If the business owner of a cosmetology shop does not have a cosmetology license, the shop manager must have a license and at least two years of experience. Licenses are required for cosmetologists, hairstylists, manicurists, skincare specialists, barbers, hair braiders, and beauticians. It is the shop owner's responsibility to ensure their staff is licensed.

If you want to operate a cosmetology school in New Jersey, you need a cosmetology school license.

If you want to teach cosmetology in New Jersey, you need a cosmetology teacher license.

Any staff providing cosmetology services will need a cosmetology license. If the business owner of a cosmetology shop does not have a cosmetology license, the shop manager must have a license and at least two years of experience. Licenses are required for cosmetologists, hairstylists, manicurists, skincare specialists, barbers, hair braiders, and beauticians. It is the shop owner's responsibility to ensure their staff is licensed.

New shops, relocated shops, or shops that have transferred ownership are required to obtain a license. After your application is submitted and reviewed, your shop will be inspected.

If you have more than six children under your care you must run your child care services outside of your home and will need a child care center license.