Illinois 7-hour Cosmetology Continuing Education Renewal Course

Course Summary

Ready to Renew? Start with Your 7-Hour Online CE Course

This 7-hour course is designed specifically for licensed Cosmetologists in Illinois who need to complete their online continuing education hours. It’s fully approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) and covers the maximum number of hours you’re allowed to complete through “distance learning.”

Whether you’re catching up or staying ahead, this course gives you the flexibility to complete your CE on your own time—without stepping away from your salon schedule.

Course Package Includes

• 3 Hours Sanitation
• 1 Hour Sexual Harassment Awareness
• 1 Hour Burnout in the Beauty Industry
• 2 Hours Essential Business Skills

All courses are self-paced, include unlimited exam retakes, and allow instant certificate download upon completion.

Approved Provider Information

Cosmo Credits is an approved continuing education provider in Illinois.
Provider Number: 190.000850

This course fulfills the online CE requirement for:

• Cosmetologists

If you are an Illinois Esthetician, Nail Technician, or Hair Braider, please see the 5-hour Illinois renewal package here.

Sexual Harassment Awareness Requirement

This 7-hour renewal course package includes the mandatory 1-hour Sexual Harassment Awareness training, required by the IDFPR for all licensees every renewal cycle since 2020.

Domestic Violence Awareness Requirement

The IDFPR also requires a separate Domestic Violence Awareness course for cosmetologists. This package does not include this course. Here is a list of IDFPR approved providers for the Domestics Violence course.

Total CE Requirements

It is our understanding that all licensed cosmetologists must complete a total of 14 CE hours each renewal cycle.

This course covers the 7 hours that may be completed online.

You still need 7 hours of instructor-led or classroom CE to meet your full renewal requirement.

Where to Find Live Courses

In addition to your online hours, you need 7 hours of live, classroom, or “instructor-led” courses.
We recommend contacting cosmetology schools in your area to find live courses. They often have classes available year-round and especially close to renewal deadlines.

When is the Next Renewal Deadline?

• Cosmetologists: September 30, 2025

Are There Any Exemptions?

As of 2017, there are no exemptions for:

• First-time renewals
• Those over age 62
• Licensees practicing over 25 years

COVID-related CE exemptions have also expired. Only extreme hardship or active military service may qualify for a waiver.

Get Started Now

Sign up, take the course, pass the quiz, and download your certificate. It’s that simple.

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How to Complete Your Renewal – Step by Step

1. Enroll in the 7-hour online course and complete the modules.
2. Pass the quizzes and download your certificate of completion.
3. Enroll in and complete the required Domestic Violence Awareness training (see link above to find approved providers).
4. Complete 7 hours of instructor-led or classroom CE with a live provider.
5. Log in to your IDFPR account, upload your CE certificates, and pay the $50 renewal fee.
6. Print your license from your IDFPR account.
7. Post your license in a visible area at your workplace.