Nail Technician Licensing Requirements

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Practicing as a nail technician in Missouri requires a license from the Missouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners. Operating without a license is illegal and can result in fines or penalties. A signed document from clients will not protect you from these legal consequences. Consult a local attorney for more detailed advice.

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i’ve been wanting to become a nail technician, but the school is over an hour away from me. I’ve been doing nails for 10 years on myself all my friends, and everybody wants me to do their nails, and I want to become an at-home nail technician without becoming certified. would I be able to write up a legal document that I would make the client sign before I do their nails, so I won’t get in trouble for not being certified
Hello Jayden, could you please tell me which country and state you live in? The rules about practicing as a nail technician without a license can vary depending on your location.
i live in moberly missouri
In Missouri:
- Nail technicians must be licensed by the Missouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners.
- Practicing without a license is illegal and may result in fines or penalties.
Please consult with a local attorney for more detailed advice.
so i can’t just have them sign a paper?
Unfortunately, a signed document may not protect you from legal consequences. In Missouri, it's illegal to practice as a nail technician without a license, regardless of any agreements with clients. Please consult a local attorney for further advice.