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Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-4 - FACILITY REQUIREMENTS › Rule 240-4-.02 - Posting of Licenses, Rules, Signs and Inspection Reports

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Each facility shall post the license issued to them by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers, or a current copy of the online verification of licensure within fifteen feet of the facility entrance at all times in an open area of the facility, or at each work station, so as to be unobstructed and easily viewable for both customers to read and for inspection by the Board.
(2) The facility owner(s) shall ensure that each employee posts, in an open and public area, the current license/permit issued to them by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers or a current copy of the online verification of licensure.
(3) Facilities shall have posted in an open and public area at all times a copy of the most recent inspection report:
(a) If a licensee is issued a passing inspection report, the report issued by the inspector shall be posted within 30 days of the date of inspection and serve as the final inspection report
(b) If a licensee is cited and pays the citation within the required time, the report issued by the inspector shall be posted within 30 days of the date of inspection and serve as the final inspection report
(c) If a licensee is cited and does not pay the citation, the report issued by the inspector shall be posted within 30 days of the date of inspection until the citation reaches final disposition at a Board meeting or citation hearing. If the Board modifies the citation issued, the licensee may post the final disposition report of the Board sent to the licensee or otherwise available on the Board website. If the Board upholds the citation, the report issued by the inspector shall remain posted and continue serve as the final inspection report
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-4 - FACILITY REQUIREMENTS › Rule 240-4-.03 - General Health and Safety

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Licensees shall represent professional qualifications truthfully and accurately, including education and professional affiliations, and provide only those services within the scope that the practitioner is qualified by education, experience, and skill to perform within recognized professional standards for the practice of cosmetology and barbering.
(2) Hand washing is required before and between providing services to each client. An anti- bacterial soap is recommended to sanitize the hands and the exposed portions of arms before providing services and after smoking, drinking, eating, and using restrooms.
(3) Practitioners of the cosmetology and barbering profession in Georgia shall wear appropriate protective clothing and/or footwear at all times during the provision of clinical services to prevent occupational exposure to potential infectious materials. The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulates appropriate clothing and footwear for practicing license holders that may include, but not be limited to, clinical jackets, gloves and/or similar outer garments for the protection from infectious or harmful materials.
(4) Practitioners shall ensure that clients in a salon/shop or school wear appropriate clothing and footwear at all times during the provisions of services to prevent potentially harmful exposure to chemicals and infectious materials. Providing a client with a covering is acceptable.
(5) Pets shall not be allowed in facilities, with the exception of guide and assistance dogs for qualifying clients as permitted by Title 30 of the Georgia Code.
(6) All waste material must be removed daily. Garbage shall be stored in a covered, washable container and shall not be left in the establishment overnight. All work stations and client service areas must be free from food and soiled dishes.
(7) Sharps such as razor blades should be disposed in a sharps container. Sharps containers must be stored upright, have OSHA biohazard labels, and have the manufacturer's safety flap lid in place. Sharps containers must be properly disposed of when three-fourths (3/4) full. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources as well as local county and/or city ordinance regulates the proper disposal of waste containing sharps such as razor blades.
(8) In order to reduce the chance of injury or infection, licensees shall not use any implement designed to remove layers of skins such as:
(a) razor-type callus shavers designed and intended to cut growths of skin such as corns or calluses;
(b) credo blades;
(c) cutters;
(d) scrapers;
(e) graters;
(f) anything that abrades or removes layers of skin.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-4 - FACILITY REQUIREMENTS › Rule 240-4-.04 - Cleansing and Disinfection of Implements and Equipment

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) The use of any article that is not properly cleansed and disinfected on any client or subject is prohibited.
(2) Each facility shall provide correct disinfection and storage standards at all times.
(a) Multi-use tools, implements, and equipment constructed of nonporous materials such as metal, glass, or plastic for use on more than one client include, but are not limited to the following items:
1. nail clippers;
2. cuticle nippers;
3. cuticle pushers;
4. scissors;
5. shears;
6. reusable nail forms;
7. manicure and pedicure bowls;
8. foot files;
9. glass;
10. metal and fiberglass files;
11. metal drill bits;
12. tweezers;
13. come done extractors;
14. brushes;
15. dusting brush (nylon bristles that can be disinfected ONLY);
16. combs;
17. clips;
18. reusable pencil sharpeners;
19. reusable gloves;
20. any other metal or non-porous tools or implements not listed above.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-4 - FACILITY REQUIREMENTS › Rule 240-4-.05 - Storage of Implements and Equipment

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Storage standards for tools, implements, or equipment:
(a) All disinfected tools and implements (including clippers, scissors, brushes, combs, etc.) shall be stored in a sanitary manner in a clean, closed, airtight drawer or container labeled "Clean Implements";
(b) UV light cabinets may be used for storage only after properly cleansing and disinfecting multi-use tools and implements. The cabinet shall be labeled "Clean Implements" to show that it contains disinfected tools and implements. Ultraviolet lights are not acceptable methods of cleansing and disinfection;
(c) Soiled and dirty tools and implements must be stored in a separate, closed and covered container labeled "Dirty Implements." Soiled and dirty tools and implements shall not be used again until properly cleansed and disinfected according to the procedures stated in this rule and shall not be stored together with clean implements;
(d) A hazardous waste container shall be used for blood contaminated disposable implements and labeled accordingly with a biohazard label and/or the words "Contaminated Implements".
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-5 - APPRENTICES › Rule 240-5-.01 - Application for Apprentice License

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Any person at least 16 years of age desiring to train as an apprentice in a salon/shop under the direct supervision of a master who holds a current Georgia license as a master cosmetologist, master barber, hair designer, esthetician, or nail technician, and has been licensed at least thirty-six (36) months, eighteen (18) months for barbers, may make application for a four (4) year apprentice license using the form furnished by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers, and:
(a) an apprentice license issued on or after July 1, 2015 may be held for four (4) years and shall not be renewable;
(b) an apprentice holding a license issued before July 1, 2015 by the former Georgia State Board of Barbers or the former Georgia State Board of Cosmetology that has been held for two (2) years and has not been renewed shall, upon meeting all requirements, be eligible to apply for a 4-year Apprentice license;
(c) an apprentice license issued before July 1, 2015 by the former Georgia State Board of Barbers or the former Georgia State Board of Cosmetology that has already been renewed and held for four (4) or more years shall not be eligible to apply for a 4-year Apprentice license.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-5 - APPRENTICES › Rule 240-5-.02 - Apprentices Training in a Salon/Shop

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
No salon/shop shall have in training more than one apprentice for each person licensed at the master cosmetologist, master barber, hair designer esthetician or nail technician level. More than one apprentice is permissible if affirmatively shown to the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers that the apprentice will be denied the opportunity of learning the profession of cosmetology, master Barber, barber II, hair design, esthetics, or nail technology provided that the burden of proof shall be upon the person or persons seeking to show that the opportunity to learn the profession has been denied.
(1) Each apprentice shall be trained and supervised by one licensee as shown on the apprentice's registration filed with the Board by the salon/shop owner/manager. A licensee shall have an apprentice according to the level of registration as follows:
(a) Master cosmetologist - hair design apprentice, nail tech apprentice, esthetician apprentice, or master cosmetologist apprentice;
(b) Master Barber - master barber apprentice barber II apprentice;
(c) Hair designer - hair design apprentice;
(d) Esthetician - esthetics apprentice;
(e) Nail Tecnician - Nail Tech Apprentice.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-5 - APPRENTICES › Rule 240-5-.03 - Apprentice Records Requirement for Salon/Shop and Master

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Apprentice Records are required for all Salon/Shop or supervising Master as follows:
(a) An accurate weekly work sheet completed and signed either in ink or by electronic signature by the apprentice, the salon/shop owner/manager, and the training master shall be kept for each apprentice indicating the number of hours of training in each subject. This work sheet shall be sub-totaled weekly. Work sheets shall be subject to review and available to the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers for inspection at any time.
(b) Weekly work sheets shall be submitted to the Board on quarterly basis in January, April, June, and September.
(c) Salon/shop owners/managers must maintain records on each apprentice for a period of five (5) years. These records must be accurate, complete, and available to the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers for inspection at all times.
(d) Should an apprentice change salon/shop or master cosmetologist, hair designer, master barber, barber II, esthetician, or nail technician, a notarized transcript of total hours accumulated shall be signed by both the salon/shop owner/manager and the master cosmetologist, hair designer, master barber, barber II, esthetician, or nail technician and submitted to the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers within thirty (30) days of the change.
(e) Certification of completed training shall be included with the examination application.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-6 - LICENSURE BY EXAMINATION › Rule 240-6-.01 - Examination Administration

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) The board may designate vendor(s) for the purpose of administering examinations to applicants for licensure in accordance with the authority and powers granted to the board by statute. The designated vendor(s) may perform tasks pertaining to the examination of applicants including, but not limited to, receiving applications for examination, scheduling examinations, notifying applicants, and conducting examinations. All such tasks shall be identified in writing and performed only with the written approval of the board.
(2) The board, through its designated vendor(s), will provide reasonable accommodations to a qualified applicant with a disability in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The request for such an accommodation must accompany the license application, be in writing, and received by the designated agent of the board by the application deadline accompanied with appropriate documentation as indicated in the Request for Disability Accommodation Guidelines.
(3) All exams shall be administered in English. No foreign language translators will be allowed or furnished.
(4) Properly credentialed Board or Board staff shall have the authority to observe examinations at any time.
O.C.G.A. §§
										43-10-9, 43-10-12, 43-1-2(j), 43-10-2(c).
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-6 - LICENSURE BY EXAMINATION › Rule 240-6-.02 - Examination for Cosmetology or Barber License

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) An applicant for the cosmetology examination at the master cosmetology, master barber, barber II, hair designer, esthetician, nail technician, or instructor for any license shall receive notice of eligibility sent by the Board or the Board's designated agent, stating the date, time and place of examination. If the applicant fails the examination or fails to report to the examination upon notice, such person may qualify for examination again by submitting another examination fee.
(2) The applicant taking the examination shall be required to pass the practical and written examination with a minimum score of 70% on each section. Failure to achieve a passing score requires the applicant to retake the section failed.
(3) An applicant may be excused from examination in an emergency situation, from taking that examination only one time without payment of additional examination fee. An emergency situation is defined as illness or death in applicant's family. Only written excuses, with proof of emergency, will be considered.
(4) Any applicant receiving a notice of examination, who fails to report to the examination or submit a written excuse to the Board or the Board's designated agent, within 10 days after date of examination, will be required to pay another examination fee before being permitted to take the examination.
O.C.G.A. §§
										43-1-2(j), 43-10-9, 43-10-12.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-6 - LICENSURE BY EXAMINATION › Rule 240-6-.03 - Application for Cosmetology License at the Master Cosmetologist, Master Barber, Barber, Hair Designer, Esthetician or Nail Technician Level

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Any person desiring to practice cosmetology or barbering at the master cosmetologist, master barber, barber II, hair designer, esthetician or nail technician level in the State of Georgia, is required to make application for a license using the form furnished by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers and show by such application that applicant has met all the requirements of the laws and the rules of the Board. When such application is properly filled out and returned to the Board, it shall be accompanied by the following:
(a) Proof of passing a written and practical examination from Board's designated agent;
(b) any other information requested by the Board required for licensure by law or rule.
(c) the required application processing fee(s) which is non-refundable;
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-7 - CROSS-OVER LICENSING › Rule 240-7-.01 - Cross-Over Licensing Requirements for a Master Barber to Become a Master Cosmetologist

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
In order to be licensed as a master cosmetologist, a person licensed as a master barber must pass the master cosmetologist examination. Before taking the examination, a master barber must submit proof of successfully completing a total of at least 300 credit hours of training in a board approved cosmetology school in the following subjects:
(a) Hairstyling = (25) - (25 credit hours):
1. marcel iron and comb-out - (10 credit hours required - 1/2 credit hours for 20 applications);
2. fingerwaves - (10 credit hours required - 1/2 credit hour for 20 applications);
3. pincurls - (5 credit hours required - 1/2 credit hour for 10 application);
4. hair designing (47.5 credit hours)
(i) braiding (15 credit hours required - 1 service application hour/15 applications)
(ii) extensions and weaving (20 credit hours required - 2 service application hours/10 applications
(iii) twist/locks (12.5 - 1/2 service application hour/25 applications
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-7 - CROSS-OVER LICENSING › Rule 240-7-.02 - Cross-Over Licensing Requirements for a Master Cosmetologist to Become a Master Barber

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
In order to be licensed as a master barber, a person licensed as a master cosmetologist must pass the master barber examination. Before taking the examination, a master cosmetologist must submit proof of successfully complete a total of 300 credit hours of training in a board approved cosmetology school in the following subjects:
(a) Theory - 60 hours;
(b) Hairstyling techniques and clipper cutting - 115 hours = 230 applications;
(c) Shaving and trimming beards - 50 hours = 30 hours shaving=60 applications/20 trims = 60 applications;
(d) Additional Instructions - 75 hours.
O.C.G.A. §§
										43-10-2, 43-10-9, 43-10-12, 43-10-13.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-10 - INSTRUCTOR LICENSING › Rule 240-10-.01 - Application for Instructor License

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Any person desiring to teach or instruct in a school of cosmetology, school of hair design, school of barbering, school of barber II, school of esthetics, or school of nail care in the State of Georgia, is required to make application for a license using the form furnished by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers and show by such application that applicant has met all the requirements of the law and rules of the Board. When such application is properly filled out and returned to the Board, it shall be accompanied by the following:
(a) the required application processing fee(s) which is non-refundable;
(b) proof of a high school diploma or GED Certificate or certificate of completion from a post secondary school;
(c) an appropriate level of Education instructor training. An official certification or transcript indicating successful completion of the required credit hours of instructor training from a Board approved school at the appropriate level;
(d) prerequisite license plus Experience:
1. One year licensed as a Master Cosmetologist or Master Barber with a license in good standing, AND
2. One year of documented work experience in a Salon/Shop as a Master Cosmetologist, Master Barber, Esthetician, Hair Designer, or Nail Technician OR
(e) proof of passing a written and practical examination in English to become an instructor.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-11 - APPLICATION BY ENDORSEMENT › Rule 240-11-.01 - Applicants Seeking Licensure by Endorsement

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Any person licensed in another state desiring to apply for a license or instructor license in cosmetology, barber, barber II, hair design, esthetics, or nail care in the State of Georgia is required to make application using the form furnished by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers, to submit the required application processing fee(s) which is non-refundable, and to show by such application that applicant has met all the requirements of the law and rules of the Board. When such application for endorsement for the appropriate licensing level is properly filled out and returned to the Board, it shall be accompanied by the following:
(a) for applicants that can provide proof of passing both a written and practical national or state approved examination in English, and:
(i) proof of attaining at least 17 years of age;
(ii) a copy of a high school diploma, general educational development (GED) diploma, or a postsecondary education or college degree;
(iii) be of good moral character;
(iv) verification of a license issued by another state or territory that is currently active and in good standing at the appropriate level for the type of license being applied for;
(i) if the state verification does not indicate the examination was administered in English, the Board may accept a sworn statement from the applicant that the exam was taken in English;
(ii) if the verification for the license was issued by the other state or territory based on reciprocity or endorsement, applicant shall submit a verification for the state in which the original license was issued;
(iii) if the applicant has been licensed in multiple states, a verification from all states the applicant has been licensed in shall be submitted and shall indicate that no board orders or unpaid citations exist in those states.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-12 - APPLICATION FOR COSMETOLOGY/BARBER SALON/SHOP › Rule 240-12-.01 - Application for Cosmetology/Barber Salon/Shop

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Any person or persons desiring to operate a salon/shop which offers and performs cosmetology or barber services shall submit a complete application with the required application processing fee for a license using the form furnished by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers and shall meet all the requirements of the law and rules of the Board.
(2) Any salon/shop must be licensed by the Board prior to conducting business. Change of salon/shop ownership or change in the ownership or leasing must be registered with the Board by filing an application for licensure within thirty (30) days of the purchase of said salon /shop. The licenses of any salon/shop that is being sold or closed, must be returned to the board within 30 day of closing.
(3) Business names of salon/shop shall include the word "Salon" or "Shop" and shall not contain terms which would tend to mislead the public as to the operation of a cosmetology, barber, esthetician, or nail care facility.
(4) The salon/shop license or current copy of online verification shall be displayed within fifteen feet of the salon/shop entrance at all times in an open area of the registered salon/shop so as to be unobstructed and easily viewable for both customers to read and for inspection by the Board.
(5) The salon/shop owner shall complete a board-approved course for health, safety and sanitation.
(6) Salon/shop shall at all times comply with the rules for cleansing, disinfection, sanitization, health and safety required in all Board Rules of Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers.
O.C.G.A. §§
										43-1-7, 43-10-2(d), 43-10-6(a), 43-10-8(h), 43-10-11.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-13 - SCHOOL REQUIREMENTS › Rule 240-13-.01 - Application for School License

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Any person desiring a license to operate a school of barbering, cosmetology, school of hair design, school of esthetics, or school of nail care in the State of Georgia is required to make application for a license to operate the school, using the form furnished by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers, and show by such application that applicant has met all the requirements of the laws and rules of the Board. When such application is properly filled out and returned to the Board, it shall be accompanied by the following:
(a) the required application processing fee(s) which is non-refundable;
(b) an electronic copy of the floor plan of the proposed premises drawn to approximate scale, showing the square footage required in the application, arrangement of the classrooms, locker space, separate restroom for male and female with toilet and lavatory, approximate placing of equipment, the entrances and exits, sufficient ventilation and lighting, and adequate floor space. To be adequate, restroom facilities shall have a toilet and lavatory, at least one toilet and one sink each, with properly plumbed hot and cold water and shall be equipped with toilet tissue, soap dispenser with soap or other hand cleaning material, sanitary towels or other hand-drying device such as a wall-mounted electric blow-dryer, and waste receptacle;
(c) a notarized statement attesting that the school has all items of equipment required by laws and rules;
(d) satisfactory evidence of proper provisions for licensed instructors to teach;
(e) certification that each student enrolled shall be supplied with a basic kit as required by rule containing sufficient implements for the appropriate level of instruction and learning of cosmetology, hair design, master barber, barber II, esthetics, or nail technology (For specific requirements of each basic kit see rules
240-14-.01
,
240-15-.01
,
240-16-.01
,
240-17-.01
and
240-18.01
).
O.C.G.A. §§
										43-1-7, 43-10-2, 43-10-8, 43-10-11, 43-10-12.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-13 - SCHOOL REQUIREMENTS › Rule 240-13-.02 - Required Inspections for School Licensing

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Upon acceptance of the application a preliminary inspection of the proposed premises shall be conducted by an inspector for the Board.
(2) A final inspection shall occur after the applicant has met all Board requirements for facility, equipment, and consumable supplies. Upon passage of the final inspection, the appropriate license shall be issued to operate a school of barbering, or a school of cosmetology, or school of hair design, or school of esthetics, or school of nail care.
(3) The Board shall have a reasonable period of time to process any application in order to carry out an investigation for verification of any or all facts stated therein and conduct inspections.
(4) The license will be permitted to be retained and renewed only as long as the school continues to meet all of the current laws and rules of the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers. Such licenses are not transferable.
O.C.G.A. §§
										43-1-19, 43-10-2, 43-10-11, 43-10-12.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-13 - SCHOOL REQUIREMENTS › Rule 240-13-.04 - School and Instructor Requirements for Student Records

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Requirements for student records and transcripts shall be as follows:
a) Each school shall have a curriculum guide and lesson plan used by each instructor for each course taught. Such curriculum guides and lesson plans that encompasses but not limited to the curriculum established by the board for each modality, shall be made available to the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers for inspection at all times.
b) Student attendance records, grades, test scores, and all records relating to online and distance learning for the theory portion of the curriculum shall be maintained on school premises by the school as part of the permanent record for each student for a period of five (5) years.
c) A weekly work sheet signed by the student and the instructor either in ink or by electronic signature shall be kept for each student indicating the number of hours of training in each subject. This work sheet shall be sub-totaled monthly and shall be subject to review by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers at any time.
d) Progress Reports on students' attendance and grades shall be current and shall be made available for inspection by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers at all times. Should a student withdraw for any purpose, a notarized transcript of total school hours for that student shall be signed by the school's owner or manager and submitted to the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers within thirty (30) days of withdrawal.
e) Certification of completed training shall be included with the examination application.
f) Each school shall provide transcripts to students pursuant to O.C.G.A. §
								43-10-12(D).
g) School hours and student records shall be submitted to the Board upon request regardless of any financial obligation the student has to the school.
O.C.G.A. §
										43-10-12(a)(1)(D).
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-13 - SCHOOL REQUIREMENTS › Rule 240-13-.05 - Online and Distance Learning Requirements

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Board licensed or approved schools and supervising licensees may teach the theoretical portion of the curriculum to their students or apprentices through online or distance learning classes. All practical training must be hands-on and taught on the clinic floor inside the school by a Board licensed or approved instructor. Practical training for apprentices must be monitored by the designated licensed supervisor inside the Board approved salon or shop. Schools shall maintain test results and records of the monitoring process in accordance to Rule  240-13-.04(b), and apprentice test results and records shall be maintained in accordance with Rule  240-5-.03(c).
(a) Barbering
1. Master Barber
(i.) A student enrolled in a Board licensed or approved Master Barber program, or an apprentice apprenticing under a designated licensed supervisor, may accrue up to two hundred fifty (250) hours of Level I credit, and/or two hundred (200) hours of Level II credit through an online delivery system only for the theory portion of the curriculum. Schools are responsible for monitoring the student's online hours, course progress, and all testing.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-14 - BARBER SCHOOL EQUIPMENT, CURRICULUM, AND INSTRUCTOR TRAINING CURRICULUM › Rule 240-14-.01 - Barber School Equipment

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Each school desiring to teach barbering at the Master Barber or Barber II level must provide the following minimum equipment:
(a) secured storage for school and student records (locking filing cabinet, desk, etc.);
(b) sufficient instructional displays (dry erase, audio visual aids, chalkboard, etc);
(c) an appropriate disinfection container which is in accordance with Board rule  240-4-.04(b);
(d) a minimum of seven (7) hair dryers for enrollment of up to sixteen (16) students and one (1) additional dryer for each additional five (5) students;
(e) work stations with mirrors for each individual student;
(f) sufficient covered waste containers for soiled or disposable towels;
(g) hazardous waste container for blood contaminated disposable utensils labeled accordingly with a biohazard label and/or the words "contaminated utensils";
(h) sixteen (16) mannequins, one (1) for each additional five (5) students;
(i) closed towel cabinets to adequately store clean/soiled linens;
(j) separate closed container for bloody towels, labeled accordingly with a biohazard label and/or the words "contaminated linen";
(k) locker space for personal items must be furnished to each student;
(l) student sign: a sign stating "SERVICE BY STUDENTS ONLY" must be displayed;
(m) school minimum floor space (see Rule  240-14-.01(4)  below);
(n) ten towels per student;
(o) first aid kit
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-14 - BARBER SCHOOL EQUIPMENT, CURRICULUM, AND INSTRUCTOR TRAINING CURRICULUM › Rule 240-14-.02 - Master Barber School Curriculum

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The curriculum for students in a school of barbering for a complete course of at least nine (9) Months totaling fifteen hundred (1500) hours of training shall be as follows:
(a) Each school or licensed instructor shall require each student to obtain 280 total hours of theory training in the following curriculum before the student is allowed to render clinical services.
1. Classroom Theory - 50 hours: Shall include instruction by a licensed instructor in the following subjects related to barbering:
(i) chemistry (the basics of physical and chemical changes);
(ii) cleansing and disinfection;
(iii) hygiene and good grooming;
(iv) laws and rules.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-14 - BARBER SCHOOL EQUIPMENT, CURRICULUM, AND INSTRUCTOR TRAINING CURRICULUM › Rule 240-14-.03 - Barber II School Curriculum

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The curriculum for students in a school of barbering for a complete course of at least seven (7) months totaling one thousand one hundred and forty (190 curriculum + 950 practical = 1140) hours of training shall be as follows:
(a) Each school or licensed instructor shall require each student to obtain 190 total hours of theory training in the following curriculum before the student is allowed to render clinical services.
1. Classroom Theory - 50 hours: Shall include instruction by a licensed instructor in the following subjects related to barbering:
(i) chemistry (the basics of physical and chemical changes);
(ii) cleansing and disinfection;
(i) hygiene and good grooming;
(ii) laws and rules.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-14 - BARBER SCHOOL EQUIPMENT, CURRICULUM, AND INSTRUCTOR TRAINING CURRICULUM › Rule 240-14-.04 - Barber Instructor Training Curriculum

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Persons receiving instructor training in a barber school must spend all of their training time under the direct supervision of a licensed instructor and shall not be left in charge of students or school at any time without the direct supervision of a licensed instructor.
(2) Persons receiving instructor training are not permitted to perform clinical services on a patron for compensation, either by appointment or otherwise.
(3) Persons receiving instructor training shall be furnished a teacher training manual.
(4) The curriculum in a school of cosmetology or barbering for an instructor training course must include at least one (1) year and a total of 750 hours of training as follows:
(a) General Education = (250)-(250 credit/250 clock hours): All practice teaching must be supervised by a licensed instructor.
1. Cosmetology and Barber Laws, rules and regulations - (25 credit/25 clock hours);
2. Principles of teaching Barbering - (200 credit/200 clock hours);
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-15 - COSMETOLOGY SCHOOL EQUIPMENT, CURRICULUM, AND INSTRUCTOR TRAINING CURRICULUM › Rule 240-15-.01 - Cosmetology School Equipment

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Each school desiring to teach cosmetology must provide the following minimum equipment:
(a) secured metal filing cabinets for school and student records;
(b) sufficient chalkboards;
(c) an appropriate disinfection container which is in accordance with Board rule 240-5;
(d) a minimum of four (4) shampoo basins for enrollment up to fifteen (15) students, and one (1) additional shampoo basin for each additional fifteen (15) students or fraction thereof;
(e) three (3) facial chairs or cushioned massage tables;
(f) a minimum of seven (7) chair hair dryers for enrollment up to fifteen (15) students and one (1) additional dryer for each additional five (5) students;
(g) work stations with mirrors for each individual student;
(h) sufficient covered containers for soiled or disposable towels and covered/washable containers for garbage;
(i) one mannequin per student;
(j) one closed container per station for clean implements only;
(k) closed containers to adequately store clean towels/linens;
(l) locker space for personal items must be furnished for each student;
(m) paraffin wax machine and paraffin wax;
(n) school minimum floor space 3,000 sq. ft.;
(o) four (4) manicuring tables with two (2) chairs at each table, and implements as specified on nail care equipment rules of the Board;
(p) one (1) whirlpool pedicure spa (with fixed plumbing), three (3) footbaths and a current cleaning and disinfection log;
(q) audio visual aids;
(r) a current copy of the Laws and Rules of the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers;
(s) A basic kit; the basic kit for cosmetology students shall contain the following:
1. mannequin with hair at least 6-7 inches long;
2. basic combs;
3. scissors/shears and thinning shears;
4. razor with guard and disposable blades;
5. brushes;
6. rollers;
7. clips;
8. protective capes;
9. disposable neck strips
10. perm rods and end papers;
11. marcel iron and flat iron;
12. blow dryer;
13. dusting brush (nylon bristles that can be disinfected ONLY);
14. consumable supplies for esthetics;
15. basic nail care kit and consumable supplies for nail care;
16. standard textbook which corresponds with the school curriculum as indicated on the school application;
17. one (1) workbook; and
18. full copy of Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers rules and Georgia law applicable to Cosmetology and Barbering (O.C.G.A. 43-10).
(t) magnifying lamp (at least one per classroom); and
(u) facial steamer (at least one per classroom).
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-15 - COSMETOLOGY SCHOOL EQUIPMENT, CURRICULUM, AND INSTRUCTOR TRAINING CURRICULUM › Rule 240-15-.02 - Cosmetology School Curriculum

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The curriculum for students enrolled in a school of cosmetology for a complete course of a minimum of nine (9) months and totaling fifteen hundred (1,500) hours of training (250 theory + 1250 service application hours) shall be as follows:
(a) Level 1 instruction shall be provided by a licensed master cosmetology instructor. Each school or licensed instructor shall require each student to obtain two hundred fifty (250) total hours of Level 1 training before the student performs clinical services on a client/patron. Of these two hundred fifty (250) hours, two hundred twenty five (225) shall be theory and training on mannequins, and of the final twenty five (25) hours, fifteen (15) hours shall be on skin care and ten (10) hours shall be on nail care. For the purposes of this Rule, one (1) theory hour equals one (1) clock hour for the first 250 hours of training, which are intended to be theoretical in nature.
1. Theory = (40) - (40 theory hours/40 clock hours);
(i) chemistry;
(ii) cleansing and disinfection;
(iii) EPA; OSHA, infection control standards; blood spill procedures; and
(iv) AIDS; HIV; and communicable diseases.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-15 - COSMETOLOGY SCHOOL EQUIPMENT, CURRICULUM, AND INSTRUCTOR TRAINING CURRICULUM › Rule 240-15-.03 - Cosmetology School Curriculum Credit Hours

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
1. For work performed by students, credits will be allowed to students as listed below:
(a) one cold or heat wave (including shampoo and set) -
3
clock hours per application;
(b) one chemical relaxer -
2
clock hours per application;
(c) one chemical relaxer retouch -
1.5
clock hours per application;
(d) virgin lightener (including shampoo and set) -
2
clock hours per application;
(e) retouch lightener -
2
clock hours per application;
(f) foiling -
2
clock hours per application;
(g) virgin tint (including shampoo and set) -
2
clock hours per application;
(h) tint retouch -
2
clock hours per application;
(i) one brow and lash tint -
30
minutes per application;
(j) one temporary rinse/semi-permanent color -
45
minutes per application;
(k) one shampoo, set and comb out, or one pressing, curling and comb out -
1.5
clock hours per application;
(l) one shampoo -
15
minutes per application;
(m) one scalp treatment -
1
clock hour per application;
(n) one haircut -
45
minutes per application;
(o) one facial -
1
clock hour per application;
(p) make up application -
1
clock hour per application;
(q) hair removal -
30
minutes per application;
(r) sanitizing and disinfection of tools, implements, and equipment -
30
minutes per application;
(s) one manicure -
1
clock hour per application;
(t) one pedicure -
1
clock hour per application; and
(u) one full set of sculptured nail application -
3
clock hours per application.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-15 - COSMETOLOGY SCHOOL EQUIPMENT, CURRICULUM, AND INSTRUCTOR TRAINING CURRICULUM › Rule 240-15-.04 - Curriculum for Cosmetology Instructor Training

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Persons receiving instructor training in a cosmetology school shall spend all of their training time under the direct supervision of a licensed instructor and shall not be left in charge of students or school at any time without the direct supervision of a licensed instructor.
(2) Persons receiving instructor training are not permitted to perform clinical services on a patron for compensation, either by appointment or otherwise. Persons receiving instructor training shall be furnished an instructor training manual.
(3) The curriculum in a school of cosmetology for an instructor training course shall be completed within one (1) year and a total of 750 hours of training as stated below. For purposes of this Rule, one (1) credit hour equals one (1) clock hour.
(a) General Education
= (250)
-(250 credit/250 clock hours): All practice teaching must be supervised by a licensed instructor.
1. Cosmetology, Esthetician, Hair Design, Nail Technician and Barber Laws, rules and regulations - (25 credit/25 clock hours);
2. Principles of teaching cosmetology - (150 credit/150 clock hours);
3. Principles of teaching nail care - (35 credit/35 clock hours); and
4. Principles of teaching esthetics - (40 credit/40 clock hours).
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-16 - ESTHETICIAN SCHOOL EQUIPMENT, CURRICULUM, AND INSTRUCTOR TRAINING CURRICULUM › Rule 240-16-.01 - Esthetician School Equipment

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Each esthetician school must provide the following minimum equipment:
(a) secured storage for school and student records (locking filing cabinet, desk, etc.);
(b) sufficient instructional displays (dry erase, chalkboard, etc);
(c) one lavatory bowl for up to fifteen students;
(d) eight facial chairs or cushioned massage tables;
(e) one work station or position per two students;
(f) one (1) set of facial equipment per each four (4) work stations or positions to include:
1. brushing;
2. vacuum ionization;
3. glass electrode or high frequency galvanic or cathodic current (grade 2 tool or lower); and
4. spray or mister.
(g) one (1) set of facial equipment per each two (2) work stations or positions to include:
1. steamer; and
2. magnification lamp.
(h) one (1) covered container for soiled or disposable towels;
(i) covered container for soiled linen;
(j) locker space must be furnished for each student;
(k) one properly lighted make-up area;
(l) one head form or chart per class;
(m) one mannequin per student;
(n) school minimum floor space-1800 sq. ft.;
(o) an appropriate disinfection container which is in accordance with Board rule 240-5;
(p) closed cabinet for clean linen (the closed containers or cabinets may contain small openings for the purpose of ventilation);
(q) closed cabinet or container for soiled/dirty linen;
(r) audio visual aids;
(s) locker space must be furnished for each student;
(t) Adequate toilet and lavatory facilities. To be adequate, such facilities shall have at least one toilet and one sink with running water;
(u) Such facilities shall be equipped with toilet tissue, soap dispenser with soap or other hand cleaning material, sanitary towels or other hand-drying device such as a wall-mounted electric blow-dryer, and waste receptacle;
(v) adequate ventilation;
(w) proper lighting;
(x) hot and cold running water;
(y) facilities for clean sanitary drinking water; and
(z) library.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS › Chapter 240-16 - ESTHETICIAN SCHOOL EQUIPMENT, CURRICULUM, AND INSTRUCTOR TRAINING CURRICULUM › Rule 240-16-.02 - Esthetician School Curriculum

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The curriculum for students enrolled in an esthetician school for a complete course of at least nine (9) months and 1000 (250 Level 1 theory + 750 Level 2 service application) hours of training shall be as follows:
(a) Level I Instruction shall be provided by a licensed master cosmetology instructor or licensed esthetician instructor. Each school or licensed instructor shall require each student to obtain two hundred fifty (250) total theory hours of Level 1 training before the student performs clinical services on a client. Of these two hundred fifty hours, one hundred fifty (150) shall be Professional Practices, twenty (20) shall Professional Ethics, and eighty (80) shall be Business Practices. For the purposes of this Rule, one (1) theory hour equals one (
1
) clock hour for the first
250
hours of training, which are intended to be theoretical in nature.
1. Professional Practices = (
150)
- (150 theory hours/150 clock hours); shall include instruction by a licensed esthetician instructor in the following subjects:
(i) bacteriology, cleansing and disinfection;
(ii) personal hygiene;
(iii) public health and safety;
(iv) EPA, OSHA, chemicals, infection control standards, and blood spill procedures;
(v) AIDS, HIV, and communicable diseases;
(vi) methods; and
(vii) facility hygiene, clean-up applications and procedures.