Effective April 1, 2012 licensees must:
Maintain records of the course title, description, date, address of location, and
number of hours earned
Ensure at least 50% of subject matter broadens the knowledge of the cosmetic
art profession (instructors – 50% teacher training techniques/and enhance the
ability to communicate)

After completion of these requirements date and sign affirmation of course
completion. All licensees may be subject to audit and must provide records of the
course title, description, date, address of the location, and a number of hours
earned if requested by the Board. (All Board audits will review actual course
attendance hours.

​Exemptions: A licensee who is in active practice as a COSMETOLOGIST and
has at least 20 years of consecutive years of experience as a cosmetologist can
apply for an exemption from the continuing education requirement. 20 Years Work
Experience Exemption Form
Individuals age 60 or older with 10 years of continuous work experience can
apply for exemption from CE with the exception of teacher licenses.
60 Years of Age and 10 Years Work Experience Exemption Form.