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Description
Established 1939 W.S. §33-12-119 through 33-12-140.
The Wyoming Board of Cosmetology, mandated to protect the public, issues licenses
to individuals who qualify by reciprocity or through the Board's administration
of a written and practical examination. The board issues licenses to cosmetologists,
hair stylists, nail technicians, estheticians, independent contractors, and instructors;
to salons; and to schools. The Board enforces regulation by inspections, by investigation
of consumer complaints, and conducts hearings and imposes enforcement action when
appropriate.
Day to day operations of the Board are overseen by and Executive Director employed
by the Board, agency staff members, and an Assistant Attorney General assigned to
the Board. Office operations include Administration, Licensing and Examinations,
and Enforcement. The Board is a regulatory agency for the Cosmetology profession
and its related fields.
Mission Statement
To ensure the public health, welfare, and safety through education and enforcement
of the cosmetology laws and rules by regulation of salons, schools, and individuals
who practice cosmetology.
Examinations and Board meetings
The board administers six (6) examinations per year, consisting of the NIC Theory
and Practical examinations for all licensure categories.
Board meetings are held in conjunction with the examinations. The board meetings
are scheduled for 9:30 a.m. at the Parkway Plaza
(Railroad Room) on the following dates.
- May 24, 2010
- July 12, 2010
- November 15, 2010
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