To request a name, address or birthdate change in the system, you must provide a clear
scan or digital photo of your photo ID (driver's license, passport, etc.) and a copy of official documentation
(Social Security card, birth certificate, marriage license, etc.) which shows the correct information.
Please fax this to 425-977-0566 with the request to make the change.
Cosmetology Apprentices who are referred for testing at 1000 hours will pay for both their written theory and practical test.
They will be able to schedule their written theory exam immediately. They can schedule retests for their written theory exam as needed.
When they are within 80 hours of completing their training and have at least 1420 hours recorded in the system, they can schedule their practical test. Their complete program hours must be recorded in the system before the test date. Apprentices with incomplete hours will not be allowed to test.
Body Art Apprentices follow these steps to sign up for testing:
Within 80 hours of completing their program the trainer should refer the apprentice for testing.
Go to the KBOC website http://www.kansas.gov/kboc/
Download the Body Art Application for Examination
Complete the form and submit it to KBOC with all required documentation and payments
If you were enrolled in a Body Art Program before July, 2013:
Include the Apprentice Final Record
Include all Training Log Sheets
If you were enrolled in a Body Art Program July, 2013 or later: DO NOT include the Apprentice Final Record DO NOT include all Training Log Sheets
Once KBOC reviews and verifies your documentation, you will be able to schedule and pay for your tests.
Applications for Testing Accommodations will be considered in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
To apply for accommodations for your exam(s), you must:
You can request an exam reschedule up to seven (7) calendar days before your exam date. A schedule
change is not allowed six (6) days preceding your exam date. Reschedule requests can be done in
your candidate account on cosmetologykansas.com where you view your exam schedule.
Exam fees are non-refundable.
We do not accept rescheduling requests over the phone.
With a credit card, you can schedule your test instantly.
If you do not have a credit card you can mail in a payment for a voucher.
To apply for a voucher, log onto your candidate account and click on the 'Pay by Check' link. Print the voucher request form and mail it, with your money order or cashier's check, to the address listed.
Once your payment is received, a voucher number will be mailed to you. Schedule your tests and use the voucher number to pay.
In the case of exam site closures due to extreme weather conditions or
staff emergencies, candidates will be notified by the testing center as
soon as possible. When possible, they will be notified at least 2 hours
before the scheduled exam time. After candidates receive notification, they
can submit a reschedule request through the “Contact Support” link on our
website or call into our Customer Support Team and they will assist with a
reschedule.
