Continuing Education Providers for Barbers and Cosmetologists
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Licensee Renewal Requirements
Licensees must complete a total of 4 hours of department-approved continuing education courses every two years to renew their license, including:
- One hour in sanitation
- One hour in human trafficking awareness
- Two hours of choice in any of the following topics:
- Any topic listed in Section 83.202 of the rules
- Sanitation required under the law and rules
- The Texas Barbering and Cosmetology law and rules
- Mental health awareness
Held License 15+ Years
If a licensee has held a license for at least 15 years, they will only need to complete two hours of continuing education.
They are required to complete both of the following:
- One hour of department-approved continuing education in sanitation
- One hour of department-approved continuing education in human trafficking awareness
The additional two hours of continuing education will be waived and will not be required.
Reporting Continuing Education Hours
Please note that the reporting of continuing education hours is the responsibility of the continuing education provider. Licensees may check their hours at the Continuing Education Courses Look Up. If the hours have not been reported, the licensee should contact the provider first to ensure that the hours are reported. If the reporting issue is not resolved, they have the option of filing a complaint.
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Also see frequently asked questions for more info about the application process:
Request for Information -
contact the Education and Examination division
Voice: (512) 463-6599 or toll free at (800) 803-9202
Fax: (512) 463-1512
