How to become an esthetician in Utah
Utah estheticians are licensed by the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), Cosmetology and Associated Professions. Here is what it takes to work as a licensed esthetician in Utah, from official sources checked November 4, 2026.
Part of the state's website could not be reached when we checked, so some details come from Utah law and official forms. Confirm them on the official page before you apply.
Who can become an esthetician in Utah?
- Application and fee through My License One
- Documented minimum service counts certified by school or apprenticeship supervisor
- Completion of required education or an approved apprenticeship
- Passing the Division's exam
Utah esthetician license requirements
| Licensed by | Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), Cosmetology and Associated Professions |
|---|---|
| License name | Master Esthetics License (Utah also offers a 200-hour Basic Esthetics Permit; the 600-hour esthetics license is now legacy) |
| Education or training | Master esthetics: 1,200 school hours or a 1,200-hour approved apprenticeship; Basic esthetics permit: 200 hours. Change: effective January 1, 2026, these replaced the esthetics license (600 school or 800 apprenticeship hours), which is no longer issued. |
| Exam | Master esthetics: NIC theory and practical exams through Prov (70% passing); basic esthetics permit: Integrated Competency Assessment (ICA) permit exam. |
| License term | Two years; licenses expire September 30 of odd years. |
| Reciprocity | Under Utah Code 58-1-302, DOPL issues a license by endorsement to applicants licensed in another US state with similar scope, at least one year of experience and good standing. |
How much does it cost?
| Master Esthetician application | $85.00 |
|---|---|
| Master Esthetician renewal | $68.00 |
| Basic Esthetics Permit application | $60.00 |
| Basic Esthetics Permit renewal | $52.00 |
| Master Esthetician apprentice | $20.00 |
Fees as listed by the state. Schools, courses, exam prep, insurance and equipment cost extra and vary by provider.
Steps to become an esthetician in Utah
- Complete 1,200 (master) or 200 (basic permit) hours at a licensed school, or register an approved apprenticeship with DOPL before starting
- Pass the NIC theory and practical exams for master esthetics (or the ICA permit exam for the basic permit) through Prov
- Create a Utah ID and apply online through My License One (paper applications ended January 31, 2026)
- Submit school or supervisor certification of hours and service counts and pay the fee
- Receive and display your license; renew by September 30 of odd years
Apply on the official Utah site
How do you check an esthetician's license in Utah?
- Search the name or license number on the official Utah esthetician license lookup.
- Check that the status is active and the name matches the person or company you're hiring.
- Ask how long they've been licensed and whether any complaints or discipline are on record.