Skip to Content Accessibility Information

Apprenticeships - Cosmetologists

The Board of Cosmetologists supports several apprenticeships. The individual registering for the apprenticeship must be at least 16 years old. A sponsor, using their registration number and password, may certify monthly apprentice training below:

Sponsor Certifications for Apprentice Training

  • Apprentice Cosmetologist: Must complete 2 years of training with at least 20 hours per week. Sponsored ONLY by a Senior Cosmetologist. Allowed 1 renewal for 2 additional years when renewed on time.
     
  • Apprentice Hairstylist: Must complete 15 months of training with at least 20 hours per week. Sponsored by a Senior Cosmetologist or Limited Hairstylist who has been licensed for at least 2 years. NO RENEWALS PERMITTED.
     
  • Apprentice Esthetician: Must complete 1 year of training with at least 20 hours per week. Sponsored by a Senior Cosmetologist or Limited Esthetician who has been licensed for at least 2 years. Allowed 1 renewal for 1 additional year when renewed on time.
     
  • Apprentice Nail Technician: Must complete 8 months of training with at least 20 hours per week. Sponsored by a Senior Cosmetologist or Limited Nail Technician who has been licensed for at least 2 years. NO RENEWALS PERMITTED.

The apprenticeship program supporting the eyelash technician license will begin on January 1, 2027. Details and requirements will be posted on the website as that date approaches. For more information, please refer to Senate Bill 617/House Bill 1223 for reference.

Before an online application will be processed, sponsors must complete and return a sponsor jot form. All apprentices must apply online for a permit to practice.

For more information about the apprenticeship program, please review The Maryland Board of Cosmetologists Apprenticeship Powerpoint