Texasesthetician license & exam requirements
State-specific examHow to get licensed as an esthetician (tdlr) in Texas: training hours, board exam format, vendor, and how to prepare — researched from the official Texas board.
- License
- Esthetician (TDLR)
- Training hours
- 750
- Written exam
- State-specific exam
- Exam vendor
- PSI
Exam details & notes
TDLR state-specific exams administered by PSI (not NIC). Written: 75 scored questions + 10 unscored pilot questions, 70% to pass, $50; content covers scientific concepts, skin care/facials, hair removal, makeup, and Texas rules/sanitation law — law is embedded in the written exam, no separate law section. Separate ~3-hour hands-on practical ($72) at 8 PSI practical sites; written offered at 15+ Texas locations. $50 license application fee after passing. Cosmetology operators (1,000-hr) also cover esthetics scope.
Preparing for the Texas exam
PrepTempo's Esthetician course covers the NIC national theory core — infection control, skin sciences, skin analysis, and treatments. Texas runs its own written exam, but it covers largely the same core science and safety material, so the course is strong preparation. Study your Texas law-and-rules section from the board on top of the core.
Free esthetician practice questions →Texas esthetician license FAQ
Does Texas use the NIC esthetician exam?
No. Texas uses a state-specific written exam (PSI) rather than the NIC national exam.
How many training hours does Texas require for an esthetician license?
750
How do I get an esthetician license in Texas?
Complete the required training hours (750), satisfy the written exam requirement (State-specific exam, vendor PSI), and apply through the Texas board. Always confirm current rules on the official board site.
Where can I practice for the Texas esthetician or cosmetology-related board exam?
PrepTempo's Esthetician State Board course covers the NIC national theory core (infection control, skin science, analysis, and treatments) with free sample questions and free Chapter 1. Study Texas law-and-rules from your board on top of the core.
Official sources
Educational information only, researched July 2026 — not legal or licensing advice. Requirements change; confirm with the Texas board. PrepTempo is not affiliated with any state board, the National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC), or any exam vendor, and they do not endorse this product.