Appearance Enhancement Programs

NYS Dept. of State (DOS) Curricula Training Programs in Schools Licensed by BPSS

Type of Program Required Training Hours: Theory and Clinic(Skills) Exam Required for License: Type and Description  Classroom Only Curriculum Application Hybrid Curriculum Application
Cosmetology 1,000 Dept of State - Cosmetology BPSS-30-c Cosmetology BPSS-30-de Cosmetology
Esthetics 600 Dept of State - Esthetics BPSS-30-c Esthetics BPSS-30-de Esthetics
Natural Hair 300 Dept of State - Natural Hair Styling BPSS-30-c Natural hair styling BPSS-30-de Natural hair styling
Nails 250 Dept of State - Nail Specialty BPSS-30-c Nail Specialty BPSS-30-de Nail Specialty
Waxing 75  Dept of State - Waxing BPSS-30-c Waxing Not Available for Distance Education
Barber* No State Mandated Hours Dept of State - Barber

BPSS-30-c Barber

Or

Standard Curriculum Application Classroom Instruction (fillable)

Schools may use either application for submission

BPSS-30-de Barber

Or

Standard Curriculum Application Distance/Hybrid Instruction (fillable)

Schools may use either application for submission

   * The NYS Department of State (DOS) does not have a legal requirement for a minimum or maximum number of clock hours for Barbering instruction. In approving curriculum, the Commissioner shall take into consideration that the content will enable the student to develop those skills and competencies required for employment in the occupational area for which the curriculum was developed.