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Connecticut barber license — 1,000 training hours, exam details, fees ($165), and application steps. Verified 2026 data. Data verified 2026-03-23. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Barber
Governing Authority
Connecticut Department of Public Health - Board for Barbers, Hairdressers, and Cosmeticians
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1,000 hrs
Training Hours
Written
Exam Type
$165
Gov. Fees
Available
Apprenticeship
2 years
Renewal Cycle
No
CE Required
Minimum Age
Varies
Education Level
8th grade or equivalent (GED accepted)
Residency
No state residency required
Background Check
Not required
Total Training Hours
1,000 hours
Barber school or apprenticeship
Apprenticeship Alternative
CT Dept. of Labor approved apprenticeship through CT Technical Education and Career System (CTECS).
Online Hours Allowed
Not specified; contact the board
Curriculum Includes
Connecticut Barber Written Examination
Written exam covering barbering theory and Connecticut laws.
Haircutting, shaving, trimming beards and mustaches, shampooing, styling, hair coloring, scalp treatments, and facial massage for compensation.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee No separate application fee | N/A |
Exam Fee Written exam (Prometric) | $65 |
License Fee License fee | $100 |
Total Government Fees Exam ($65) + license ($100) | $165 |
Barber School Tuition: $8,000-$18,000
Varies by school; NOT a government fee
Licensed barbers from other states who passed an exam can get CT license without re-examination ($100 fee). Barbers licensed 40+ years in another state get licensure without examination or additional requirements.
Additional Requirements: Must provide license verification from issuing state.
CT does NOT offer crossover licensing between cosmetology and barbering. Must complete full training for each license type.
Initial License Term
2 years
Renewal Cycle
2 years
Renewal Fee
$100
Continuing Education
Not required
Shop License Fee: $190 (Shop license fee)
Barbershops must be licensed and pass health/safety inspections.
Connecticut has one of the lowest education prerequisites among states, requiring only completion of the 8th grade. The 1,000-hour training requirement is also relatively moderate.
CT issues a SINGLE barber license type (no master barber tier).
CT does NOT require a practical exam — written exam only.
CT does NOT offer crossover licensing between cosmetology and barbering.
Reciprocity: licensed barbers from other states who passed an exam can get CT license without re-examination ($100 fee).
Barbers licensed 40+ years in another state get licensure without examination or additional requirements.
2022 statute amendment added mandatory textured hair training to curriculum.
CT apprenticeship is through the CT Technical Education and Career System (CTECS).
Explore requirements for other professional licenses in Connecticut.
How this state compares to 35 others for this profession
Timeline
#4 of 36
Salary
#24 of 36
Cost
#17 of 36
Processing
#1 of 36
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Barbers (SOC 39-5011)
Entry Level
$35,100
25th percentile
Median
$35,810
-8% vs. national avg ($38,960)Experienced
$42,160
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: 40–66 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
2–8 weeks
Estimated processing time
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Training requirements
Accessed 2026-03-09
Connecticut requires 1,000 hours of barber training. Find approved schools and programs near you.
Contact your state barber board for a list of approved schools.