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Forms and Applications



Important Notice for Applicants

Applicants for Licensure must read the Board regulations for the profession or occupation for which they are requesting licensure.

Go to the Board's main web page for information on the Rules and Regulations of this Board.

Application Format Information

The applications below are offered in Adobe Reader (PDF Format) as either a static .pdf or an Interactive .pdf format.

The Adobe Static PDF can be opened and printed for the applicant to handwrite the information on the form. The Adobe Interactive PDF allows you to type your information onto the form and save a copy on your computer for your personal records. The customer is required to print, sign and return the application to our office at the address provided.

You must have the Adobe Reader 9.1 or greater in order to view and print the Adobe PDF files. If you do not have Adobe Reader version 9.1 or greater installed on your computer, then you will need to download the current Adobe Reader This software is free and is a onetime process which will then permit you to view and print these and other .PDF formatted publications on the Web.

Note that there is a link for Web Policy in the footer portion of all pages on this web site. This page contains links to all plug-ins that may be required to view information on this web site.


Rules for Accepting Applications

DPOR Boards only accept the current versions of the applications provided below. DPOR Boards are not responsible for processing delays associated with forms that do not conform to this requirement. Application fees are not refundable.


Application Forms

The table below contains a list of forms and applications to be used when applying for a license or certification. Please choose the form you need by clicking on the appropriate PDF Format icon.

Form Name or Type PDF Format
Barber and Cosmetology Endorsement Application Get PDF Version of Endorsement Application
Barbers and Cosmetology Training & Experience Verification Form Get PDF Version of Barbers and Cosmetology Training and Experience Verification Form
Barber Examination and License Application Get PDF Version Barber Exam and License Application
Body-Piercing Apprenticeship Completion Form Get PDF Version of Body-Piercing Apprenticeship Completion Form
Body-Piercing Apprenticeship Sponsor Application Get PDF Version of Body-Piercing Apprenticeship Sponsor Application
Body-Piercing Apprenticeship Standards & Apprenticeship Application Get PDF Version of Body-Piercing Apprenticeship Standards & Apprenticeship Application
Body-Piercing Examination and License Application Get PDF Version of Body-Piercing Examination and License Application
Body-Piercing Training & Experience Verification Form Get PDF Version of Body Piercing-Training & Experience Verification Form
Body-Piercing Client Disclosure Form Get PDF Version of Body-Piercing Client Disclosure Form
Body Piercer (Ear Only) License Application Get PDF Version of Body Piercer Ear Only License Application Form
Cosmetology Examination and License Application Get PDF Version Cosmetology Exam and License Application
Esthetician-Esthetican Instructor Examination and License Application Get PDF Version Esthetician Instructor Examination and License Application
Master Esthetican Instructor Examination and License Application Get PDF Version Master Esthetician Instructor Examination and License Application
Hair Braiding Examination and License Application Get PDF Version of Hair Braiding Exam and License Application
Instructor Application Get PDF Version of Instructor Application
Limited Term Tattooer License Application Get PDF Version of Limited Term Tattooer License Application
Limited Term Tattoo Parlor License Application Get PDF Version of Limited Term Tattoo Parlor License Application
Master Permanent Cosmetic Tattooer Examination and License Application Get PDF Version of Master Permanent Cosmetic Tattooer Examination and License Application
Nail Technician Examination and License Application Get PDF Version of Nail Tech Exam and License Application
Permanent Cosmetic Tattooer Examination and License Application Get PDF Version of Permanent Cosmetic Tattooer Examination and License Application
Reinstatement Application Get PDF Version of Reinstatement Application
Salon, Shop, Spa, and Parlor License Application Get PDF Version of Shop and Parlor License Application
Salon, Shop, Spa Self Inspection Form Get PDF Version of Salon, Shop, Spa Self Inspection Form
School License Application Get PDF Version of Barber School Application
School Self Inspection Form Get PDF Version of School Self Inspection Form
Tattoo Client Disclosure Form Get PDF Version of Tattoo Client Disclosure Form
Tattooer Training and Experience Form Get PDF Version of Tattooer Training and Experience Form
Tattooing Apprentice Completion Form Get PDF Version of Tattoo Apprentice Completion Form
Tattooing Apprenticeship Sponsor Application Get PDF Version of Tattoo Apprenticeship Sponsor Application
Tattooing Apprenticeship Standards and Apprentice Application Get PDF Version of Tattoo Apprentice Application
Tattooer Examination and License Application Get PDF Version Tattooer Exam and License Application
Temporary Permit Application Get PDF Version Temporary Permit Application
Wax Technician Examination and License Application Get PDF Version Wax Tech Exam and License Application