MSBCB cosmetology renewal: Mississippi 2026

Mississippi does not require continuing education for cosmetology, esthetician, or nail technician renewal. Licenses renew every 2 years by application and fee only. No CE hours or courses needed. Set a free reminder below so you never miss your deadline.

CE hours
0
no CE required
Cycle
2
years per cycle
Online CE
N/A
no CE required
Renewal
n/a
fee not published
Bar chart showing Mississippi requires zero CE hours for cosmetology renewal, with comparison to the five highest-CE states.
CE requirements at a glance, sourced from the state board's published statute.
Recent rule change: Item B.2 shows a strikethrough amendment changing initial Master designation application from 8 to 16 CE hours. Confirm current requirement is 16 hours for initial master designation.

Does Mississippi require CE for cosmetology renewal?

Mississippi does not require continuing education for license renewal. You renew every 2 years by paying the fee and submitting any required documentation. Add your renewal date below and we'll email you 90, 60, and 30 days before your deadline.

Exemptions

Master Esthetician/Master Cosmetologist/Master Manicurist licenses require 8 CE hours per 2-year biennial period. Instructors require 24 CE hours per 2-year period (including 5 hrs from Board-sanctioned teaching methods seminar). Regular esthetician/cosmetologist/manicurist: no CE.

Other states with no CE requirement: Arizona, California, Massachusetts. Compare all 53 states.

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Frequently asked questions about Mississippi cosmetology renewal

Does Mississippi require CE for cosmetology or esthetician renewal?

Mississippi does not require continuing education for cosmetology, esthetician, or nail technician license renewal. You renew every 2 years by application and fee only. No CE hours or courses are required.

Can I complete Mississippi cosmetology CE online?

Mississippi has no CE requirement, so there are no online CE hours to complete. Renewal is by application and fee only.

How often does a Mississippi cosmetology license need to be renewed?

Mississippi cosmetology and esthetician licenses renew every 2 years. No CE is required; renewal is by application and fee.

What happens if my Mississippi cosmetology license lapses?

If you miss your Mississippi renewal deadline, your license enters expired or inactive status. You may face late fees, a reinstatement application, and in some cases additional CE hours or re-examination. Set a free reminder on CEFinder so your deadline is never a surprise.