If you are a cosmetologist, barber, esthetician, or nail technician in Idaho, your license is overseen by two connected bodies: a state licensing division and a professional board.
The Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL)
The Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL) is the state agency that handles licensing for many professions in Idaho. DOPL processes applications and renewals, manages inspections and complaints, and supports the boards that oversee each profession.
The Barber and Cosmetology Services Licensing Board
Within DOPL, the Barber and Cosmetology Services Licensing Board oversees our industry. The Board's licenses include:
Individuals: barbers, barber stylists, cosmetologists, estheticians, nail technicians, and electrologists, plus apprentice registrations
Instructors: barber, barber stylist, cosmetology, esthetics, electrology, and nail technology
Establishments: barber and cosmetology establishments, including mobile establishments
Schools: barber and cosmetology schools
The Board has seven members, including licensed professionals, a school representative, and a member of the public.
What the Board Does
Reviews license applications and discipline cases
Works on rules for the profession
Hears updates from DOPL on legislation, finances, and licensing
Holds public meetings, generally about once a quarter, that include time for public comment
How to Stay Connected
Attend a meeting. Meetings are open to the public in person and online. See our Board Meetings page for dates.
Read the rules. DOPL posts current statutes, rules, and guidance on the Board's page.
Watch rulemaking. When rules are being updated, DOPL announces opportunities for public comment on its rulemaking page.
Contact DOPL: OL-Licensing@dopl.idaho.gov or (208) 334-3233.
This article is for general education only.
Get updates on Board meetings and rule changes. Join the Idaho PBBA free.
