Ready to begin a fulfilling career as a cosmetologist or barber in Illinois? Before you can start, you'll need to obtain a license from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). Meeting training requirements and passing state-mandated exams are the first steps you must take towards licensure. Once you're licensed, keeping it up to date is essential. Illinois law requires completion of state-approved continuing education courses for license renewal. With RocketCert's easy-to-use online training, obtaining or renewing your license is a breeze. Check out our online courses below and start your journey today!
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We've got all of the information you need to renew your cosmetology in Illinois. A total of 14 hours are required for each two year renewal period for Cosmetologist, and 10 hours are required for Hair Braiders, Nail Technicians, and Estheticians. Only state approved courses will count towards the renewal requirement.
This page has all of the information you need about obtaining a cosmetology license in Illinois including: the requirements, how to apply, and how to pass the exams.
This page has all of the information you need about obtaining a barber license in Illinois including: the requirements, how to apply, and how to pass the exams.