Electrologist / New Jersey
2026 data New Jersey board official source

New Jersey Electrologist License Requirements

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What the state board actually requires: fees, renewal cycle, and requirements from official records.

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What the New Jersey data shows for Electrologists

To practice as an electrologist in New Jersey, the state licensing board requires 756 documented education or training hours, a passing score on State Board Exam or CPE Exam. A criminal history background check is also part of the application. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. The regulation sits under New Jersey's professional licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Electrology School".

Upfront cost is $139, with renewal running $106 on a 2-year cycle. New Jersey doesn't require continuing education for this license, so upkeep costs stay confined to the renewal fee itself.

On reciprocity, electrologists should know: Varies by state — check with state board.

Licensing Ease Score

C+
Licensing Ease Score
63/100
Electrologist · New Jersey

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training C-
756 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$139
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden C-
$53/yr
$106 every 2 years
Continuing Education A+
None required
No continuing-education mandate
Experience Required A+
None required
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in New Jersey

Education / Training Hours
Electrology School
756 hours
Exam Requirement
State Board Exam or CPE Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$139
Renewal Fee
$106
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
Not required
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years

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Compare all states for Electrologist All New Jersey licenses
Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with New Jersey licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Electrologist in New Jersey? ▼
New Jersey's requirements cover 756 hours of education or training, the State Board Exam or CPE Exam exam, and an initial fee of $139. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as an Electrologist in New Jersey? ▼
New Jersey licenses electrologists who complete its requirements (756 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the New Jersey licensing board.
Can I transfer my Electrologist license to New Jersey from another state? ▼
Reciprocity for electrologists nationally works like this: Varies by state — check with state board. Beyond that baseline, interstate compacts exist for many professions and may smooth a transfer into New Jersey. Verify the specifics with the New Jersey licensing board.
Does New Jersey require a background check for Electrologist licensing? ▼
Yes, New Jersey requires a criminal background check as part of the electrologist licensing process. Disqualifying offenses and review criteria are determined by the state licensing board.

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What to do with this electrologist license

Electrologist in New Jersey, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in an electrologist-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how New Jersey's electrologist requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Electrologist in every state
  • Confirm whether your out-of-state electrologist license transfers under an interstate compact before starting a new application. Reciprocity guide
  • See how New Jersey's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. New Jersey overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the New Jersey licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.