Electrologist / Washington
2026 data Washington board official source

Washington Electrologist License Requirements

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Requirements, fees, and renewal timing for this license, sourced from state board records.

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What the Washington data shows for Electrologists

Washington's path to electrologist licensure runs through 915 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. Washington folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Electrology School".

The initial price tag is $167, and renewal costs $126 every 2 years. Washington 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

C
Licensing Ease Score
59/100
Electrologist · Washington

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
915 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$167
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden D
$63/yr
$126 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 Washington

Education / Training Hours
Electrology School
915 hours
Exam Requirement
State Board Exam or CPE Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$167
Renewal Fee
$126
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 Washington licenses
Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Washington licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Electrologist in Washington? ▼
In Washington, the license path calls for 915 education/training hours, a passing score on State Board Exam or CPE Exam, and a $167 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as an Electrologist in Washington? ▼
Washington licenses electrologists who complete its requirements (915 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Washington licensing board.
Can I transfer my Electrologist license to Washington 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 Washington licensing board for how this applies to you.
Does Washington require a background check for Electrologist licensing? ▼
A criminal background check is mandatory for electrologist licensing in Washington. The state licensing board sets the disqualifying-offense criteria and review process.

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What to do with this electrologist license

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

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

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