Esthetician / North Dakota
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North Dakota Esthetician License Requirements

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

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Specializes in skin care including facials and waxing.

What the North Dakota data shows for Estheticians

North Dakota sets the entry bar for estheticians at 340 training hours and a passing score on State Esthetics Exam. A background check is a standard part of the process, and applicants must be 16 or older. The credential is administered under North Dakota's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Esthetics School".

Upfront cost is $40, with renewal running $30 on a 2-year cycle. North Dakota doesn't require continuing education for this license, so upkeep costs stay confined to the renewal fee itself.

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

Licensing Ease Score

A-
Licensing Ease Score
84/100
Esthetician · North Dakota

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+
340 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee A+
$40
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden A+
$15/yr
$30 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 North Dakota

Education / Training Hours
Esthetics School
340 hours
Exam Requirement
State Esthetics Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$40
Renewal Fee
$30
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
Not required
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
16 years

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Esthetician in North Dakota? ▼
In North Dakota, the license path calls for 340 education/training hours, a passing score on State Esthetics Exam, and a $40 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as an Esthetician in North Dakota? ▼
To become a licensed esthetician in North Dakota, you must meet the state's requirements including 340 hours of education. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the North Dakota licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Esthetician license to North Dakota from another state? ▼
Esthetician 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 North Dakota licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does North Dakota require a background check for Esthetician licensing? ▼
A criminal background check is mandatory for esthetician licensing in North Dakota. The state licensing board sets the disqualifying-offense criteria and review process.

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What to do with this esthetician license

Esthetician in North Dakota, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in an esthetician-wide, 50-state comparison.

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

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