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Washington Cosmetology and Beauty Schools

As the 3rd highest paying state for cosmetologists, Washington has become a top choice for students interested in joining the beauty industry.  With cosmetology programs offered at both private and public institutions, offering a variety of different beauty specialties, there are plenty of options for you to choose a program that most excites you.  BeautySchools.com wants to make getting into the cosmetology industry as easy as possible for you, which is why we have compiled the Web’s most extensive list of programs in your area.

All Beauty Programs in Washington

Seattle, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care
Federal Way, WA
Cosmetology / Barbering / Hair Design / Teacher Training
Federal Way, WA
Cosmetology
Richland, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Barbering / Nail Technology / Teacher Training
Spokane Valley, WA
Cosmetology / Barbering / Teacher Training

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Vancouver, WA
Nail Technology
Bellevue, WA
Esthetics/Skin Care / Nail Technology
Everett, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Hair Design
Renton, WA
Cosmetology / Hair Design
Vancouver, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Barbering / Hair Design / Teacher Training
Vancouver, WA
Make-Up Artist Training
Tacoma, WA
Barbering
BC Beauty College – Accredited
Union Gap, WA
Esthetics/Skin Care
Tacoma, WA
Cosmetology / Barbering
Ellensburg, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Nail Technology
Bremerton, WA
Cosmetology
Vancouver, WA
Make-Up Artist Training
Centralia, WA
Cosmetology / Nail Technology / Teacher Training
Moses Lake, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Barbering / Nail Technology
Lakewood, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Massage Therapy
Day Spa Academy – Accredited
Yakima, WA
Esthetics/Skin Care / Massage Therapy
Pasco, WA
Cosmetology / Barbering
Tacoma, WA
Esthetics/Skin Care / Teacher Training
Moses Lake, WA
Hair Design
Vancouver, WA
Cosmetology / Nail Technology / Hair Design
Yakima, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Barbering / Nail Technology / Massage Therapy / Hair Design / Teacher Training
Renton, WA
Esthetics/Skin Care
Everett, WA
Cosmetology
Bellingham, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Barbering
Everett, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Nail Technology / Make-Up Artist Training / Teacher Training
Mount Vernon, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Barbering
Renton, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Hair Design / Teacher Training
Shoreline, WA
Cosmetology / Barbering / Make-Up Artist Training / Hair Design
Yakima, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Barbering / Nail Technology / Hair Design / Teacher Training
Vancouver, WA
Cosmetology
Seattle, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Nail Technology / Make-Up Artist Training / Hair Design
Federal Way, WA
Barbering
Vancouver, WA
Make-Up Artist Training
Spokane, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Nail Technology / Teacher Training
Lakewood, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Barbering / Nail Technology / Hair Design
Mount Vernon, WA
Hair Design
Airway Heights, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Barbering / Nail Technology / Teacher Training
J's Barber School – Accredited
Wapato, WA
Barbering
Seattle, WA
Cosmetology
Wenatchee, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care
Lee's Beauty School – Accredited
Olympia, WA
Cosmetology
Tacoma, WA
Cosmetology / Barbering / Nail Technology
Pasco, WA
Cosmetology / Barbering
Burien, WA
Cosmetology
Nail Spa Academy – Accredited
Wenatchee, WA
Nail Technology
Pasco, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Barbering / Nail Technology / Teacher Training
East Wenatchee, WA
Nail Technology
Olympia, WA
Barbering
Bremerton, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Nail Technology / Hair Design
Renton, WA
Massage Therapy
Seattle, WA
Barbering
Sunnyside, WA
Cosmetology / Barbering
Seattle, WA
Cosmetology
Skin Studio Academy – Accredited
Spokane, WA
Esthetics/Skin Care
Everett, WA
Cosmetology
Spokane, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care
Port Angeles, WA
Cosmetology
Spokane Valley, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Nail Technology / Teacher Training
Longview, WA
Cosmetology / Barbering / Nail Technology / Teacher Training
Tacoma, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care
Renton, WA
Make-Up Artist Training
Vega's Academy – Accredited
Vancouver, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Barbering / Nail Technology / Hair Design
Kennewick, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Barbering / Massage Therapy / Hair Design / Teacher Training
Maple Valley, WA
Make-Up Artist Training
Vuu's Beauty School – Accredited
Seattle, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Barbering / Nail Technology / Make-Up Artist Training
Walla Walla, WA
Cosmetology / Barbering
Federal Way, WA
Esthetics/Skin Care
Bellevue, WA
Esthetics/Skin Care / Massage Therapy
Wenatchee, WA
Cosmetology
Zara Academy – Accredited
Wenatchee, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Barbering / Nail Technology / Make-Up Artist Training / Teacher Training
Bellingham, WA
Cosmetology / Esthetics/Skin Care / Barbering / Nail Technology / Massage Therapy / Teacher Training
School Accreditation

You must attend a school that is approved by your state to provide training in the discipline you want to practice. Check with the school and the state board to be sure that your program of study will prepare you for any applicable state licensure.

Ready to find your Washington cosmetology program?

Before being eligible to apply for your cosmetology license, you must meet the educational requirements established by the Washington State Department of Licensing. The minimum required state hours vary by program, so it is essential for you to make sure that your school meets the following classroom hours.

  • Cosmetologist: 1,600 hours of school training or 2,000 hours of apprenticeship training.
  • Barber: 1,000 hours of school training or 1,200 hours of apprenticeship training.
  • Esthetician: 600 hours of school training or 800 hours of apprenticeship training.
  • Manicurist: 600 hours of school training or 800 hours of apprenticeship training.

In 2014, Washington also added a license for Master Estheticians to include advanced theories, and spa body treatments.  This program will require you complete 1,200 hours from a board approved school or 1,400 hours in the apprenticeship role.

You may also choose to sit for your practical and written exams through apprenticeship training.  This requires that you complete 200 hours more than the required classroom training, 400 more for cosmetology, under supervision of a licensed professional.  You must renew your cosmetology license every two years from the date of issue. Continuing education classes are not required in the state of Washington, but are always recommended to ensure you stay updated on the latest industry trends.

If you are interested in becoming a licensed massage therapist, the Washington State Department of Health will be your licensing board and you must complete the following:

  • 500 training hours
  • 4 contact hours of training in HIV-AIDS
  • Certification in first aid from the American Red Cross

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