Schools of Cosmetology And Barbering

• Application fee $100.00
• License fee $500.00

• Annual base on first issue date.

Complete and submit the Application for Initial School License with the following information:

• Fee of $500.00 payable to the Treasurer, State of Maine or pay by credit card by completing the authorization form;

Please provide the following on separate attachments:

• Documentation that the school meets applicable Maine fire safety and local building code standards. Such documentation should include copies of current permits or certificates indicating compliance.
• A floor plan and description of the facility which will house the school and its program. Attention should be given to identifying the use made of the indicated areas, and the dimensions and square footage of each.
• Tuition, Fees, Other Charges: Cite catalog/brochure page(s).
• Admission Requirements: Cite catalog/brochure page(s).
• Instructional Staff: For each staff member, please indicate name, background experience and teaching assignment. Include the license number, license expiration date, and date of employment for each.
• Record Keeping and Reporting Procedures: Submit copies of all forms.
• Academic Progress Standards: Enclose copies or cites catalog/brochure page(s).
• Graduation Requirements: Enclose copies or cites catalog/brochure page(s).
• Five copies of the school's current catalog/brochure must be submitted.
• Evidence shall be submitted to indicate that the school has a valid surety bond as required by 32 MRSA, Subchapter IV, §14246(1). The appropriate form for completion is enclosed.
• Evidence shall be submitted to show that all licenses and/or permits issued by local and state agencies indicating compliance with fire safety and local or municipal building codes are current and valid.
• A copy of the most recently financial statement as required by 32 MRSA, Subchapter IV, §14246(2) and board rules shall be submitted with the school's application for licensure.
• A copy of the school's current liability insurance policy that meets the requirements set in rule.

Application form (PDF) - New School

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• Annual renewal fee is $500.00.

• This license renews annually.

• Each submission for a license renewal must include the school's most recent financial audit conducted by a certified public accountant not affiliated with the school. When a school does not participate in federal or state financial aid programs, internally prepared financial statements signed by the applicant are acceptable. Every renewal application must include a bond in the required amount. The school must certify that:

  • The school has included information in all school brochures and handbooks provided to students, and has posted information in a location in the school frequented by students advising students of their rights to receive refunds and where to direct any complaints the students have concerning their education; and
  • The school is in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations. Renewal applications are mailed approximately 30 days prior to the license expiration date. It is the licensee's responsibility to keep the Board informed of the current license address and/or to see that the license is renewed absent the renewal application.

• Application for License Renewal and submit.
  
  The Department must verify that you have met all the conditions for renewal before your license is renewed. Online submission of your renewal application should not be construed as automatic renewal of your license.