StateLicensed

Nail Technician License Requirements in Connecticut

Verified · July 2026
Training hours
100 hrs
Upfront cost
$100
Exam
—
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Issuing board
Connecticut Department of Public Health

How to get licensed

  1. 1

    Meet the prerequisites

    Meet the eligibility requirements set by the issuing board. Connecticut statutes do not specify a minimum age requirement for nail technician licensure. A criminal background check is explicitly not required for licensure under CGS § 20-265d. [2]

  2. 2

    Complete approved training

    Complete 100 hours of training at a state-approved program. Applicants must complete a course of not less than 100 hours of study and receive a certificate of completion from an approved school (CGS § 20-265d). [1]

  3. 3

    Submit your application

    Submit your application to Connecticut Department of Public Health with the $100 application fee. [1]

  4. 4

    Receive your license

    Once your application is approved, Connecticut Department of Public Health issues your Nail Technician for Connecticut.

Fees

Fee Amount
Application fee [1] $100
License fee [1] None specified
Renewal fee [1] $100

There is no separate license fee; the $100 initial application fee covers licensure. Renewal fee is $100 every two years.

Renewal & continuing education

Renew every 2 years.

Licenses must be renewed every two years. Connecticut does not require continuing education (CE) to renew or maintain a nail technician license.

Reciprocity

Endorsement/reciprocity from another state is available.

Licensure by endorsement is available for out-of-state licensees with a current license in good standing and at least two years of licensed experience immediately preceding application. A temporary permit valid for up to 120 days may be issued pending application approval. Connecticut is not a member of any cosmetology or nail technician compact.

2 state-approved training providers in Connecticut — browse programs and compare schools on tradecolleges.org.

Cost calculator

  • $100
Total$100

Frequently asked questions

How many training hours are required to obtain a nail technician license in Connecticut?

You must complete a course of study consisting of not less than 100 hours at an approved school and receive a certificate of completion.

Is a licensing examination required for nail technicians in Connecticut?

No. The Connecticut Department of Public Health does not require a licensing examination for nail technicians.

How often must a nail technician license be renewed and what is the fee?

Licenses must be renewed biennially (every two years) for a fee of $100.

Can I get a Connecticut nail technician license based on an out-of-state license?

Yes. The Department of Public Health may grant a license by endorsement if you provide a copy of your current active license in good standing and document at least two years of licensed experience immediately preceding application.

Sources

  1. [1] portal.ct.gov/dph/practitioner-licensing--investigations/nailtechs/licensing-requirements — accessed 2026-07-11
  2. [2] cga.ct.gov/current/pub/chap_387.htm — accessed 2026-07-11
  3. [3] portal.ct.gov/dph/practitioner-licensing--investigations/nailtechs/license-based-on-an-out-of-state-license — accessed 2026-07-11