Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia Department 240 - GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERS
Here’s a refreshed overview of the Compilation of Rules & Regulations, Department 240 – Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers, current through March 18, 2025:
📋 Department Structure & History
Board Formation & Authority
Merged under HB 314 on July 1, 2015, uniting the Barber and Cosmetology boards. Governing authority derives from O.C.G.A. Title 43, administered by the Secretary of State’s Professional Licensing Boards Division in Macon, GA
Procedural & Fee Rules
Adopted hearing procedures via Chapters 295‑3–13. Licenses are issued, renewed, and reinstated per fee schedules (with late penalties) and reinstatement after six months of lapse .
🧐 Key Chapters & Highlights
📌 Chapter 240‑2: Violations & Fines
Defines acts warranting citations, fines, probation, suspensions, and revocations for inspections, standards violations, or complaints
🎓 Chapter 240‑3: Continuing Education
Outlines minimum ongoing education requirements for license renewal (exact hours vary by category)
🏢 Chapter 240‑4: Facility Requirements
General standards: Cleanliness, permanent location, sanitation
Posting rules: Display licenses, inspection results, and laws/rules visibly .
Safety: Protective clothing, implement storage protocols (e.g., airtight/restroom hygiene) .
👥 Chapter 240‑5: Apprentices
Eligibility: 16+, supervised by licensed master with sufficient experience
Permissible for four-year term; hours count only post-license
Hour requirements vary: 3,000 hours/18 mo for master cosmetologist/barber; 1,050 hours/8 mo for nail tech, etc.
Recordkeeping mandates: weekly logs, supervisor notifications on changes, retention for five years .
🧪 Chapter 240‑6: Licensure by Examination
Administered in English; practical & written sections require 70% pass (typo but refers to turn0search2).
Fee-based re-exams allowed; medical emergencies permit one waived fee .
Application requires proof of exam passage and payment of non-refundable fees .
🔄 Chapter 240‑7: Cross-Over Licensing
Barber → Cosmetologist: 300 hours in hairstyling, nail care, skincare, sanitation, etc.
Cosmetologist → Barber: 300 hours covering theory, clipper cutting, shaving/trimming, and other instruction
👩🏫 Chapter 240‑10: Instructor Licensing
Requires master-level license, one year of experience, instructor certification, exams, and educational transcript
🏫 Chapters 240‑11/12: By-Endorsement & Facility Licensing
Outlines requirements for endorsements and salon/shop licensing—forms, inspections, recordkeeping
🎓 Chapters 240‑13 to 240‑18: School Requirements & Curricula
School licensing, inspections, student records, online learning rules (Ch. 13).
Specific curricula/equipment for barber, cosmetology, esthetician, nail care, hair designer instructors and schools (Chapters 14‑18)
✅ How to Use This Reference
| Stakeholder | Relevant Chapters | Key Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Salon/Shop Owners | 240-4, 240-12 | Facility compliance & licensing |
| Apprentices/Schools | 240-5, 240-13–18 | Training standards & records |
| Applicants | 240-6, 240-7 | Exam, licensure, crossover paths |
| Instructors | 240-10 | Instructor credentials & training |
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