In 1992, the Board of Barber Examiners and the Board of Cosmetology were merged to create the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. Responsibilities BBC's responsibilities are protecting and educating consumers who seek barbering, cosmetology, and electrology services. BBC also regulates the individuals who provide the services and the salons in which the services are performed. Chapter 10, Article 1, Section 7312 of the Business and Professions Code defines BBC's legal mandate. Conduct and administer examinations of applicants for licensure.
Issue licenses to qualified applicants.
Discipline persons who have been determined to be in violation of this chapter or the regulations adopted pursuant to this chapter. Adopt rules governing sanitary conditions and precautions to be employed as are reasonably necessary to protect the public health and safety in establishments, approved schools, and in the practice of any profession provided for in this chapter. A written copy of these rules shall be furnished to each licensee. Exams BBC ensures that applicants for licensure have completed the necessary training and passed a written and practical examination. The examination requires that the individual demonstrate that they possess the knowledge and skills required to protect the public's health and safety.