Wisconsin Administrative Code
Cosmetology Examining Board
Chapter Cos 8 - Licensure
Section Cos 8.02 - Licensing requirement without examination

Universal Citation: WI Admin Code ยง Cos 8.02

Current through February 26, 2024

The board may grant a license to practice cosmetology, aesthetics, electrology, or manicuring without examination to a licensee of another state provided that one of the following conditions are met:

(1) The board has entered into a written reciprocal agreement with the licensing authority of another state, where the education and services practiced are substantially equivalent to those in Wisconsin, in accordance with s. 454.13(2), Stats.

(2) The applicant has completed all of the following requirements:

(a) The applicant holds a current license in good standing in another jurisdiction.

(b) The applicant pays the appropriate fee as indicated in s. 440.05, Stats.

(c) The applicant completes a board-approved one-hour course regarding Wisconsin statutes and administrative code applicable to their practice.

(3) A service member, former service member, or spouse of a service member or former service member who resides in this state, shall be granted a license issued under s. 454.06, Stats., if the individual meets all the following requirements:

(a) The individual applies for a reciprocal credential on a form prescribed by the board.

(b) The individual pays the fee specified under s. 440.05(2).

(c) The individual holds a license, certification, registration, or permit that was granted by a governmental authority in a jurisdiction outside this state that qualifies the individual to perform the acts authorized under the appropriate credential granted by the board.

(d) The individual is in good standing with the governmental authorities in every jurisdiction outside this state that have granted the individual a license, certification, registration, or permit that qualifies the individual to perform acts authorized under the appropriate credential granted by the board.

The board may issue a license by endorsement to an applicant who meets the criteria of s. 454.13, Stats.

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