Electrologist / Pennsylvania
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Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania data shows for Electrologists

Pennsylvania sets the entry bar for electrologists at 676 training hours and a passing score on State Board Exam or CPE Exam. A background check is a standard part of the process, and applicants must be 18 or older. The credential is administered under Pennsylvania's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Electrology School".

Budget $124 to get started, plus $96 at each renewal on a 2-year cycle. Pennsylvania doesn't require continuing education for this license, so upkeep costs stay confined to the renewal fee itself.

Reciprocity for this profession works like this: Varies by state — check with state board.

Licensing Ease Score

B-
Licensing Ease Score
66/100
Electrologist · Pennsylvania

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-
676 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$124
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden C
$48/yr
$96 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 Pennsylvania

Education / Training Hours
Electrology School
676 hours
Exam Requirement
State Board Exam or CPE Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$124
Renewal Fee
$96
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
Not required
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Pennsylvania licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Electrologist in Pennsylvania? ▼
In Pennsylvania, the license path calls for 676 education/training hours, a passing score on State Board Exam or CPE Exam, and a $124 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as an Electrologist in Pennsylvania? ▼
To become a licensed electrologist in Pennsylvania, you must meet the state's requirements including 676 hours of education. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Pennsylvania licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Electrologist license to Pennsylvania from another state? ▼
Electrologist licenses generally reciprocate as follows: Varies by state — check with state board. Interstate licensing compacts cover many professions and can further ease a move between states. The Pennsylvania licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does Pennsylvania require a background check for Electrologist licensing? ▼
Background screening is part of the electrologist licensing process in Pennsylvania. The state licensing board determines which offenses disqualify an applicant and how appeals are handled.

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What to do with this electrologist license

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

  • See how Pennsylvania'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 Pennsylvania's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Pennsylvania overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Pennsylvania 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.