District of Columbia Cosmetology CE Courses (2026)

To renew your Cosmetology license in District of Columbia you need to satisfy the District of Columbia Board of Barber and Cosmetology (Dept of Licensing and Consumer Protection)'s continuing education (CE) requirement — about 6 hours per 2-year cycle. Below is what the board requires and a comparison of course providers that offer qualifying CE. This is an unofficial guide — confirm any course is board-approved before you buy.

What District of Columbia requires for Cosmetology renewal

CE hours required	6 hours per cycle
Renewal cycle	24 months
Governing body	District of Columbia Board of Barber and Cosmetology (Dept of Licensing and Consumer Protection)

6 CE credits per renewal: 2 hours in a health/safety/welfare course plus 4 hours of general electives from a board-approved provider. The CE requirement is waived for first-time renewals and for owner licenses.

Full Cosmetology renewal guide for District of Columbia (deadlines, fees & CE) →

District of Columbia Cosmetology CE course providers

Heads-up: These are independent, third-party CE providers — we are not affiliated with them and don't guarantee approval. Always confirm a course is accepted by the District of Columbia Board of Barber and Cosmetology (Dept of Licensing and Consumer Protection) before purchasing.

Elite Learning — Cosmetology CE
State-approved cosmetology CE packages built around each state's renewal topics.
Milady Training (Cengage)
Continuing education and skills courses from the leading cosmetology education brand.
360training
Online cosmetology CE accepted in states that require continuing education for renewal.

District of Columbia Cosmetology CE courses: frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do I need to renew my Cosmetology license in District of Columbia?

District of Columbia requires about 6 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. 6 CE credits per renewal: 2 hours in a health/safety/welfare course plus 4 hours of general electives from a board-approved provider. The CE requirement is waived for first-time renewals and for owner licenses.

Do online Cosmetology CE courses count in District of Columbia?

Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the District of Columbia Board of Barber and Cosmetology (Dept of Licensing and Consumer Protection). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.

Where do I report my District of Columbia Cosmetology CE?

District of Columbia generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the District of Columbia Board of Barber and Cosmetology (Dept of Licensing and Consumer Protection).

Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the District of Columbia Board of Barber and Cosmetology (Dept of Licensing and Consumer Protection). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.

Official District of Columbia Board of Barber and Cosmetology (Dept of Licensing and Consumer Protection) site →

Cosmetology CE courses in another state

All states: Cosmetologist renewal