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Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Arts & Sciences

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Use the online services portal for licensing, reports, and purchases. Some services may require an online user account. 

  • Online Service Portal

    Access all online services including:

    > Applying for or renewing a license, registration or permit

    > Online purchases

     

  • Licensee Search

    Find information about a licensee. 

    You do not need an account to access this information.

  • Application Requirements

    Access application forms and other information about how to obtain a license.

  • File a Complaint

    File a complaint about a barber or cosmetology professional. 

About the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Arts & Sciences

We evaluate the qualifications of applicants for licensure and grant licenses to those who qualify.

More about the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology

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Quick links for barbering and cosmetology professionals and interested parties in Iowa. 

  • Boards Members

    Board members, and information about application and appointment to boards and commissions in Iowa.

  • Calendar

    Information about meetings & teleconferences.

  • Iowa Administrative Code 481

    Iowa Administrative Code 481 listed by chapter. Refer to chapters 500 - 507 and 940 - 946 .

  • Iowa Code Chapter 157

    The practice act for barbering and cosmetology in Iowa.

  • Iowa Professional Health Programs

    Information about the professional health programs.

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