Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 130 - RULES OF GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY
Chapter 130-3 - SCHOOL EQUIPMENT CURRICULUM
Rule 130-3-.18 - Curriculum Requirements for Barber to Become Master Cosmetologist
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through December 27, 2023
In order to be licensed as a master cosmetologist, a person licensed to practice barbering must meet all the requirements of O.C.G.A. § 43-10-9(h) and pass the master cosmetologist examination. Before taking the examination, a barber must submit proof of successfully completing 250 credit hours of training in a board approved cosmetology school in the following subjects:
(a) Hairstyling = (75) - (75 credit hours):
(b) Nail care = (30) - (30 credit hours and applications are to apply to full sets only):
(c) Hair lightening and color removal = (95) - (95 credit hours):
(d) Permanent waving = (20) - 20 credit hours (1 credit hour/1 application);
(e) Chemical relaxing = (20) - 20 credit hours (1 credit hour/1 application);
(f) Skin care = (10) - 10 credit hours comprised of 1 credit hour per application or facial given.
Total Hours - 250 credit hours.
O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-10-2, 43-10-9.
Original Rule entitled "Curriculum Requirements for Barber to Become Master Cosmetologist" adopted. F. Mar. 29, 2007, eff. Apr. 18, 2007.