Mich. Comp. Laws § 339.1207: Cosmetologist; qualifications.

Sec. 1207.

The department shall issue a cosmetologist license to an individual who fulfills all of the following requirements:

Is not less than 17 years of age.

Is of good moral character.

Has had an education equivalent to the completion of the ninth grade.

Has completed either not less than a 1,500-hour course of study in a licensed school of cosmetology or has served as an apprentice for not less than 2 years in a licensed cosmetology establishment in which hair care services, skin care services, and manicuring services are offered. The training shall include a minimum number of practical applications as prescribed in rules promulgated by the director.

Has passed an examination prescribed by the department and the board.