Wyo. Code R. 033-0001-6
Cosmetology, Board of
Chapter 6: Course of Study
Effective Date: 04/01/2026 to Current
Rule Type: Current Rules & Regulations
Reference Number: 033.0001.6.04012026
Course of Study
Section 1. Course of Study for Cosmetology Students. The cosmetology program for all schools shall consist of no less than eight (8) months of education in the study of hair, skin, and nails and meet the state requirement of no less than sixteen hundred (1600) hours of theory and practical instruction to include the following:
(a) Eight hundred fifty (850) hours in the science of hair, general hairstyling and chemical services to include:
(xvii) Hair color and lightening.
(b) Four hundred fifty (450) hours in the science of esthetics and general esthetics to include:
(i) Health, safety, and infection control as outlined in Chapter 10 of these rules;
(ii) Anatomy, physiology, and histology of the skin;
(iii) Skin analysis;
(iv) Skin disorders and diseases;
(v) Skin care products (chemistry, ingredients, and selection);
(vi) Basics of chemistry;
(vii) Basics of electricity;
(viii) State laws and regulations;
(ix) Professional development;
(x) Pre-and post-service procedures;
(xi) The treatment room;
(xii) Basic facials;
(xiii) Facial massage;
(xiv) Hair removal;
(xv) Advanced topics and treatments; and
(xvi) Makeup.
(c) Three hundred (300) hours in the science of nail technology and general nail technology to include:
rules; (i) Health, safety, and infection control as outlined in Chapter 10 of these (ii) Anatomy, physiology, and histology of the skin and nails; (iii) Skin and nail analysis; (iv) Nail diseases and disorders; (v) Nail and skin care products (chemistry, ingredients, and selection); (vi) Basics of chemistry; (vii) Basics of electricity; (viii) State laws and regulations; (ix) Professional development; (x) Pre-and post-service procedures; (xi) Basic and advanced manicures and pedicures; (xii) Polishing and design; (xiii) Hand, arm, foot, and leg massage; (xiv) Hand and feet treatments; (xv) Nail tips and wraps; (xvi) Nail enhancements; (xvii) Electric filing; and (xviii) Creative design.
Section 2. Course of study for Hairstyling Students. The hairstyling program for all schools shall consist of no less than five (5) months of education in the study of hair and meet the state requirement of no less than one thousand (1000) hours of theory and practical instruction to include the following:
(a) One thousand (1000) hours in the science of hair, general hairstyling and chemical services to include;
Section 3. Course of Study for Nail Technology Students. The nail technology program for all schools shall consist of no less than two (2) months of education in the study of nails and meet the state requirement of no less than four hundred (400) hours of theory and practical instruction to include the following:
(a) Four hundred (400) hours in the science of nail technology, and general nail technology to include;
Section 4. Course of Study for Esthetician Students. The esthetician program for all schools shall consist of no less than three (3) months of education in the study of skin and meet
the state requirement of no less than six hundred (600) hours of theory and practical instruction to include the following:
Section 5. Course of Study for Add-On Hair Removal License. This course of study is for licensed hairstylists and nail technicians to acquire education in the removal of superfluous hair. The hair removal program shall meet the state requirements of no less than
one hundred twenty-five (125) hours of theory and practical instruction to include the following:
(a) One hundred twenty-five (125) hours in hair removal to include; (i) Health, safety, and infection control as outlined in Chapter 10 of these rules. (ii) Anatomy of the skin; (iii) Skin analysis; (iv) Pre-and post-service procedures; and (v) Hair Removal.
Section 6. Course of Study for Add-On Lash and Brow License. This course of study is for licensed hairstylists and nail technicians to acquire education pertaining to lash and brow services. The lash and brow program shall meet the state requirements of no less than two hundred (200) hours of theory and practical instruction to include the following:
(a) Two hundred (200) hours in lash and brow services to include; (i) Health, safety, and infection control as outlined in Chapter 10 of these rules; (ii) Health and safety in relation to working around the eye area; (iii) Chemical safety; (iv) Lash types, curl, thickness, and length; (v) Pre-and post-service procedures; (vi) Applying extensions to the eyelashes; (vii) Eyelash lifting; (viii) Eyebrow lamination; and (ix) Eyebrow and eyelash tinting.
Section 7. Course of Study for Student Instructors. The instructor program for all schools shall consist of no less than two and one-half (2 ½) months of education in the study of teaching and meet the state requirement of no less than five hundred (500) hours of theory and practical instruction to include the following:
(a) Five hundred (500) hours in the science of teaching and general education to include: (i) Health, safety, and infection control as outlined in Chapter 10 of these rules; (ii) Introduction to teaching; (iii) Ethics; (iv) State laws and regulations; (v) Hours and record keeping; (vi) Lesson plans; (vii) Use of audio and visual teaching aids and tools; (viii) Test construction and analysis; (ix) Theory class lectures; (x) Class demonstrations; and (xi) Student supervision (no more than 100 hours).
Section 8. Discretionary Hours.
(a) A student of a cosmetology, hairstyling, esthetics, or nail technology program, may earn discretionary hours outside of the school's premises. (b) Discretionary hours may not exceed 2% of the total program hours. (c) Discretionary hours must be earned under the direct supervision of an instructor affiliated with the student's school.
Section 9. Hours Earned Remotely.
(a) A student may earn any non-clinical floor hours by synchronous remote education.
(b) If a student earns any portion of their hours remotely, the student’s final course record shall reflect which hours the student earned remotely.
Section 10. Client protection. Proper infection control standards should be taught and utilized throughout all educational courses in accordance with Wyoming law and the manufacturer’s directions.
Section 11. Credits Allowed When Transferring from One Course to Another. A student registered for a hairstyling, nail technician, or esthetician course, or a licensed hairstylist, nail technician, or esthetician may transfer to or enroll in a full cosmetologist course with full credit of the applicable hours. A student enrolled as a cosmetology student may transfer only course specific hours to hairstyling, nail technology, or esthetics courses and the transfer hours shall be approved by the Board.