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Utah barber license — 1,000 training hours, exam details, fees ($234), and application steps. Verified 2026 data. Data verified 2026-03-23. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
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1,000 hrs
Training Hours
Written + Practical
Exam Type
$234
Gov. Fees
Available
Apprenticeship
2 years (expires September 30, odd-numbered years)
Renewal Cycle
No
CE Required
Minimum Age
Varies
Education Level
High school diploma or GED, or completion of an approved barber training program
Residency
No state residency required
Background Check
Not required
Total Training Hours
1,000 hours
Barber school or apprenticeship
Apprenticeship Alternative
1,250 hours required
1,250 hours (separate from school; cannot combine school + apprenticeship hours).
Online Hours Allowed
Not specified; contact DOPL for current policy
Curriculum Includes
NIC Barber Theory Examination
NIC Barber Theory exam. Must pass with a score of 75% or better within one year of submitting the licensing application.
NIC Barber Practical Examination
NIC Barber Practical exam. Must pass with a score of 75% or better within one year of submitting the licensing application.
Haircutting, shaving, trimming beards and mustaches, shampooing, styling, hair coloring, chemical treatments, scalp treatments, and facial treatments for compensation.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee | $60 |
Exam Fee Written ($96) + practical ($98) via PSI | $174 |
License Fee The application fee covers the initial license issuance | Included in application fee |
Total Government Fees App ($60) + exams ($174) | $234 |
Barber School Tuition: $5,000–$16,000
Varies by school; NOT a government fee
Utah accepts licensed barbers from other U.S. states, territories, or districts by endorsement. Applicants must hold a current barber license in good standing from another jurisdiction.
Additional Requirements: Must submit verification of out-of-state license and pay applicable fees.
Beginning January 1, 2026, under Senate Bill 330, existing cosmetology/barbering licenses will be renewed as cosmetology licenses, and individuals can choose to refer to themselves as either a cosmetologist or barber. New standalone barber licenses will no longer be issued after this date (with limited exceptions for those already enrolled). Existing barber license holders may continue to renew as a barbering license.
Initial License Term
2 years
Renewal Cycle
2 years (expires September 30, odd-numbered years)
Renewal Fee
$52
Continuing Education
Not required
Regulatory Board
Shop License Fee: $60 (Estimated shop license fee; contact DOPL for exact current amount)
Barbershops must be separately licensed through DOPL and must meet health and safety standards.
Utah is undergoing a major transition in barber licensing. Effective January 1, 2026, Senate Bill 330 merges barbering under the cosmetology license. New standalone barber licenses will no longer be issued (with limited exceptions), and existing cosmetology/barbering licenses will renew as cosmetology licenses. This makes Utah one of the first states to fully merge these two traditionally separate professions. Utah also requires a 75% passing score on NIC exams, higher than the 70% standard used in most states.
SB 330 (eff. Jan 2026) will overhaul licensing — new barbering permit at 130 hours; barber license may be absorbed into cosmetology.
Current requirements still in effect until SB 330 takes effect.
No minimum age specified.
Apprenticeship (1,250 hrs) is separate from school — cannot combine hours.
Military fee waivers available.
Total fees: $234.
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How this state compares to 35 others for this profession
Timeline
#4 of 36
Salary
#34 of 36
Cost
#29 of 36
Processing
#1 of 36
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Barbers (SOC 39-5011)
Entry Level
$24,050
25th percentile
Median
$25,290
-35% vs. national avg ($38,960)Experienced
$25,640
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
290 employed in this state
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.
Source: Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) — Licensing Requirements
Estimated total: 40–66 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
Source: Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) — Licensing Requirements
2–8 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) — Licensing Requirements
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NIC exam requirements
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Senate Bill 330 changes effective January 1, 2026
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Utah 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.