Expired licence policies are provided below (click here for a PDF version.)
Policy Guide for Licence / Permit Reinstatement |
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Expired (less than 3 years): |
Any individual whose licence has been expired for no more than 3 calendar years is subject to:
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Expired for more than 3 years, but less than 10 years:
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Any individual whose licence has been expired for more than 3 calendar years but less than 10 years is subject to:
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Expired for more than 10 calendar years: |
Any individual whose licence has been expired for more than 10 calendar years is subject to:
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The above in no way infringes on any disciplinary action to be taken in accordance with the Cosmetology Act and By-Laws. |
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Reinstatement of Expired Licence Application & Process:
Individuals looking to reinstate their cosmetology licence are required to fill out a Reinstatement of Lapsed Licence application form (found here) and submit it to the Association for review, together with copies of any additional documentation required.
Please note: A lapsed licence due to health or medical-related reasons require proof from your Family Physician or Nurse Practitioner.
Application Fee(s):
Fees associated with reinstatement are noted above and in accordance with the Cosmetology Act, 2012, c. 39 at Schedule B. A non-refundable Administrative Fee plus applicable taxes is due at the time of submitting the application.
Applications can be submitted by fax (902) 468-7147, email info@nscosmetology.ca or walk-in.
Once the application and administrative fee are received, your application will be forwarded to the Association's Executive Director for review. Once the review process has been completed, you will receive a letter of outcome from the Association (processing time can take from 6-8 weeks). Should your application be denied, the letter of the outcome will include the reasons why.
Please note: Incomplete applications will expire 90 days post submission.