Electrologist / Rhode Island
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Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island data shows for Electrologists

Rhode Island's path to electrologist licensure runs through 848 hours of approved instruction and a passing score on State Board Exam or CPE Exam, plus a criminal history screening before applicants younger than 18 can be licensed. Rhode Island folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Electrology School".

Upfront cost is $155, with renewal running $118 on a 2-year cycle. Continuing education is not a listed requirement for this profession in Rhode Island, so the annualized maintenance burden is lower than in states that mandate ongoing hours.

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

Licensing Ease Score

C+
Licensing Ease Score
60/100
Electrologist · Rhode Island

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 D
848 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$155
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden D
$59/yr
$118 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 Rhode Island

Education / Training Hours
Electrology School
848 hours
Exam Requirement
State Board Exam or CPE Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$155
Renewal Fee
$118
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 Rhode Island licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Electrologist in Rhode Island? ▼
Rhode Island's requirements cover 848 hours of education or training, the State Board Exam or CPE Exam exam, and an initial fee of $155. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as an Electrologist in Rhode Island? ▼
Certification as an electrologist in Rhode Island means clearing the state's checklist: 848 hours of education, and a passing exam score. The Rhode Island licensing board can confirm the current details.
Can I transfer my Electrologist license to Rhode Island from another state? ▼
Here's how reciprocity typically plays out for electrologists: Varies by state — check with state board. Many occupations are additionally covered by interstate licensing compacts that ease cross-state moves. Check with the Rhode Island licensing board for how this applies to you.
Does Rhode Island require a background check for Electrologist licensing? ▼
Rhode Island does require a background check before issuing an electrologist license. What counts as disqualifying, and how it's reviewed, is up to the state licensing board.

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What to do with this electrologist license

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

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

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

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