Iowa Cosmetology CE Requirements (2026)

The renewal fee for a Iowa cosmetology license is $60.

Iowa cosmetologists must complete 6 hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew their license.

Quick Summary

CE Hours Required

2 years

Renewal Cycle

$60

Renewal Fee

CE Categories

Iowa requires cosmetologists to complete their CE hours in specific categories. Here is the full breakdown:

Category	Hours
technical Discipline-specific technical training	4
sanitation Laws, infection control, and sanitation	2
Total	6

6 hours total. 4 must be discipline-specific, 2 in laws/infection control.

1Start your CE hours early in the renewal cycle. Do not wait until the last few months.
2Keep copies of all CE certificates. The board may audit your records at any time.
3Make sure your CE provider is approved by the Iowa Board of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences before enrolling.
4Use StyleCE to track your hours by category so you know exactly where you stand.

Board Name: Iowa Board of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences
Website: https://idph.iowa.gov/licensure/iowa-board-of-cosmetology-arts-and-sciences

Iowa requires 6 continuing education hours every 2 years.

The renewal fee is $60.

Iowa cosmetology licenses renew every 2 years.

StyleCE automatically knows Iowa's requirements and tracks your progress. Free for one license.