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Licensing in Utah
In Utah, almost all professional licenses are issued by the Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL): beauty, barbers, massage therapists, nurses, contractors, electricians and plumbers. Since 2026, Utah has a new system of beauty licenses.
State licenses
License names are official, as they appear in state documents. Choose a field.
| License | Training | Exam |
|---|---|---|
| Master Esthetics | 1,200 hours | DOPL exam |
| Master Hair Design | School or apprenticeship | DOPL exam |
| Master Barbering | School or apprenticeship | DOPL exam |
| Nail Technician | School or apprenticeship | DOPL exam |
| Permitsfor individual services | School or apprenticeship | DOPL exam |
- Since January 1, 2026, prior licenses convert on renewal: Cosmetology/Barbering becomes a legacy license, and Hair Design becomes Master Hair Design or Master Barbering.
- An apprenticeship is an alternative to school for every permit and most licenses. Schools may offer up to 50% of a program online. Since January 31, 2026, applications are online only.
| License | Training | Exam |
|---|---|---|
| Massage Therapist | Massage school or a 1,000-hour apprenticeship | MBLEx |
| Massage Assistant | 300 hours | DOPL exam |
| Massage Safety Permit | Training module | — |
- Massage licenses are issued by DOPL. All applicants need the MBLEx and a fingerprint background check; the minimum age is 18.
| License | Issued by | Exam |
|---|---|---|
| Registered NurseRN | DOPL, Board of Nursing | NCLEX-RN |
| Licensed Practical NurseLPN | DOPL, Board of Nursing | NCLEX-PN |
| Certified Nursing AssistantCNA | Utah Nursing Assistant Registry | State exam |
| Medical Assistant | No state license | Optional certification |
- Utah is in the Nurse Licensure Compact: a multistate nursing license is valid.
| License | Issued by | Key points |
|---|---|---|
| B100 General Building | DOPL | 25-hour course + 5-hour business and law + exam |
| R100 Residential / Small Commercial | DOPL | 25-hour course + 5-hour business and law + exam |
| Specialty Contractor | DOPL | Up to 3 classifications |
| Electrician, Plumber | DOPL | State licenses |
- B100 and R100 require 4,000 paid construction hours in the past 5 years (or an equivalent).
- Contractor licenses renew every 2 years, by November 30 of odd-numbered years.
| What | Issued by | Key points |
|---|---|---|
| LLC | Division of Corporations and Commercial Code | Registration — file a Certificate of Organization |
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Utah specifics
- One agency. Almost all licenses are issued by DOPL.
- A new beauty license system. Since 2026 — Master Hair Design, Master Barbering, Master Esthetics and permits.
- Apprenticeship instead of school. Available for every permit and most licenses.
- Massage via apprenticeship. 1,000 supervised hours instead of school, then the MBLEx.
- A course for contractors. 25 pre-licensure hours and 5 hours of business and law.
- In the Nurse Licensure Compact. A multistate nursing license is valid here.
What professionals earn in Utah
Median annual wage statewide, excluding tips. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.
Frequently asked questions
What changed in beauty licensing in 2026?
New licenses — Master Hair Design, Master Barbering and Master Esthetics; prior licenses convert on renewal.
Can I train outside a school?
Yes, an apprenticeship is an alternative to school for every permit and most licenses.
How do I become a massage therapist without school?
Complete a supervised apprenticeship of at least 1,000 hours and pass the MBLEx.
Can a nurse from a compact state work in Utah?
Yes. Utah is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact.
*Current as of September 30, 2026. The information on this page is not official and is for general reference only. Requirements are set by state and local authorities and may change — always check the official websites: Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), Utah State Legislature, Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code. Wage data — BLS.