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Services
Nail Technology
Professions Licensed by IDFPR:
- Nail Technician, Licensed - Renewal Available!
- Nail Technology CE Sponsor Registration
- Nail Technology Teacher, Licensed - Renewal Available!
- Nail Technology School - Renewal Available!
- Salon/Shop Registration
NOTICE: IDPFR Introduces New Online Licensing System!
On October 30, 2024, IDFPR launched CORE, a new online system for professionals to apply for licensure in Illinois.
New applications for Nail Technology are among the three initial professions added to CORE to test and ensure system functionality.
Access CORE and learn more about the new system by going here.
License Information
Online Renewal & Instructions
- Online Renewal Instructions
- Click Here to Start Your Online Renewal!
Please allow 2-4 business days for your license to post in our systems and your license status to update. - NOTE: If an applicant misses the renewal window and the online portal does not allow you to renew after it concludes, you must reinstate their license by requesting a Reinstatement application from IDFPR.
Notices
- IDFPR Issues Memo Regarding Medical Spa Services
In recent years, numerous medical spas (“medspas”) have opened in Illinois. A variety of non-surgical cosmetic procedures are performed in this setting, including injections of botulinum toxin (Botox), injections of weight loss medications, dermal fillers, laser hair removal, platelet rich plasma, and vitamins.
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, along with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), issued this memo on December 2, 2024 that outlines key responsibilities of medspas, includes information for compliance with IDFPR and IDPH regulations, and the need to make infection prevention a priority. - We have a new Third Party Authorization for licensure applicants, which may be found here! This is for applicants to authorize individuals or companies to contact IDFPR on your behalf regarding your application. All other versions of the form will no longer be accepted by the Department starting May 1, 2024.
Reactivate Your License
Nail Technician License Application
- Nail Technician Candidate Study Guide
- Nail Technician Online Examination
- Nail Technician Endorsement
- Salon/Shop Registration: Online Application
- Salon/Shop Registration: Paper Application
- Petition For Restoration From Discipline
- Petition for Hearing
- Verification of Experience Supporting Document (VE-COB)
Nail Technology Teacher/School/CE Sponsor License Applications
- Domestic Violence CE Sponsor
- Nail Technology Teacher Candidate Study Guide
- Nail Technology Teacher CE Fact Sheet
- Nail Technology Teacher Online Examination
- Nail Technology Teacher Acceptance of Examination
- Nail Technology Teacher Endorsement
- Nail Technology School Registration
- Continuing Education Sponsor Registration
- Continuing Education Out-of-State Sponsor Registration
- Petition for Restoration
Resources & Publications
- Department FAQs
- Barber, Cosmetologist, Esthetician, Hair Braider or NailTechnician Criminal Conviction FAQs
- Change Your Address
- Name and Address Change Form
- Request Certification/Verification
- Statement Regarding Fish Pedicures
- Statement Regarding Lasers
- Approved CE Sponsors
- Domestic Violence CE Sponsors
- List of Schools
- Reasonable Accommodation Request for Examinees with Disabilities
- Application to classify records as confidential
