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Hawaii State Profile for Cosmetologists

State Info

Welcome to Hawaii, the Aloha state. Hawaii is comprised of a chain of 132 islands. We usually think of the eight main islands when we think of Hawaii. This is not surprising as the other 124 islands only total about 3 square miles in land area.
Hawaii is home of the world’s most active volcano, the crater of Kilauea on Mauna Loa. Sandy beaches, towering volcanoes, and lush valleys lure thousands of tourists each year to this tropical paradise.

Career Info for Hairstylists and Cosmetologists

In January 2007, Hawaii had 10,25o individuals employed amongst their 1,597 salons.

• 72% of those salons are employee-owned
• 13% are booth rented salons
• 15% are a combination of the two

The average salary in Hawaii for hairstylists and cosmetologists is $40,574. The Job Demand Survey projects that Hawaii intends to make 1,758 new hires in the next 12 months.

Moving to Hawaii from another state?

• You can combine your course hours and apprenticeship hours. Two apprenticeship hours equal one course hour. You must have 1800 course hours to qualify for a cosmetology license.
• If you are licensed in another state and have one year’s work experience, you can apply for a license in Hawaii.
• If you have a license in another state and you have taken 1800 course hours or more, you can get a cosmetology license in Hawaii.
• If you have a license in another state and you have taken fewer that 1800 course hours, you will need to take additional courses before you will be considered for a cosmetology license in Hawaii.