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Arizona barber license — 1,200 training hours, exam details, fees ($220), and application steps. Verified 2026 data. Data verified 2026-03-23. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
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1,200 hrs
Training Hours
Written + Practical
Exam Type
$220
Gov. Fees
Available
Apprenticeship
2 years (expires on birthday)
Renewal Cycle
No
CE Required
Minimum Age
16 years old
Education Level
2 years of high school (10th grade)
Residency
No state residency required
Background Check
Not required
Total Training Hours
1,200 hours
Barber school or apprenticeship
Apprenticeship Alternative
2,000 hours required
DES-approved apprenticeship program requiring 2,000 hours of practical training under supervision.
Online Hours Allowed
Not specified; contact the board
Curriculum Includes
Arizona Barber Written Examination (NIC)
Computer-based exam, 110 questions (100 scored), 90 minutes. Administered by PCS/NIC.
Arizona Barber Practical Examination (NIC)
Computer-based written practical examination administered by PCS/NIC.
Haircutting, shaving, trimming beards and mustaches, shampooing, styling, hair coloring, permanent waving, hair straightening, scalp massaging, and facial treatments incidental to barbering.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee No separate application fee | N/A |
Exam Fee Written exam ($100) + practical exam ($77), paid to PCS | $177 |
License Fee License fee $40 + $3 processing fee | $43 |
Total Government Fees Written exam ($100) + practical exam ($77) + license ($40) + processing ($3) | $220 |
Barber School Tuition: $5,000-$15,000
Varies by school; NOT a government fee
Arizona allows out-of-state barbers to apply for licensure by endorsement if they hold a valid license and meet equivalent training requirements.
Additional Requirements: Must provide license verification from the issuing state. Infection Protection & Law Review class required for all reciprocity applicants.
Cosmetologist/hairstylist → barber requires 200-hour crossover course. Arizona maintains separate barber and cosmetology licenses under the combined Barbering & Cosmetology Board (merged Jan 1, 2022 under HB2029).
Initial License Term
2 years
Renewal Cycle
2 years (expires on birthday)
Renewal Fee
$30
Continuing Education
Not required
Regulatory Board
Shop License Fee: $100 (Establishment license fee)
Barbershops must be licensed as establishments and pass health and safety inspections.
Arizona statute specifically breaks down the 1,200-hour requirement into at least 250 hours of theory (fundamentals, hygiene, bacteriology, histology, chemistry) and 950 hours of practical instruction (massage, haircutting, shaving, and chemical work).
CRITICAL: Training hours are 1,200 (250 theory + 950 practical), NOT 1,500. Updated per ARS §32-3292 via HB2168.
Barbers and cosmetologists are now under the SAME combined board (Barbering & Cosmetology Board) as of Jan 1, 2022 (HB2029).
Crossover: cosmetologist/hairstylist → barber requires 200-hour crossover course.
Infection Protection & Law Review class required for all reciprocity applicants.
Mobile barbering units allowed with Board registration.
Fee waivers available per A.R.S. § 41-1080.01 for low-income first-time applicants.
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How this state compares to 35 others for this profession
Timeline
#14 of 36
Salary
#28 of 36
Cost
#23 of 36
Processing
#1 of 36
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Barbers (SOC 39-5011)
Entry Level
$32,510
25th percentile
Median
$32,840
-16% vs. national avg ($38,960)Experienced
$32,840
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
Note: BLS OEWS data reflects only base wages reported by employers. Barber income often includes tips and booth rental arrangements not captured in these figures.
Source: BLS OEWS – Barbers (May 2024)
National employment projections for 2024-2034
Projected Growth
+4.1%
Average GrowthNew Jobs
+3,100
over 10 years
Annual Openings
8,400
per year (avg.)
76,000 currently employed nationwide (2024)
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034 (September 2025)
Government fees and exam costs to obtain your initial license
Note: These are government licensing fees only. Education/training program costs (tuition, books, etc.) are not included as they vary widely by institution.
Estimated total: 46–76 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
2–8 weeks
Estimated processing time
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Arizona requires 1,200 hours of barber training. Find approved schools and programs near you.
Contact your state barber board for a list of approved schools.