Maryland Cosmetology CE Requirements (2026)

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

Maryland 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

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

Category	Hours
health safety Health, safety, and laws	2
elective Elective continuing education	4
Total	6

6 hours per renewal. New CE requirement effective January 1, 2026.

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 Maryland Board of Cosmetologists before enrolling.
4Use StyleCE to track your hours by category so you know exactly where you stand.

Maryland requires 6 continuing education hours every 2 years.

The renewal fee is $60.

Maryland cosmetology licenses renew every 2 years.

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