South Carolina Code of Regulations Chapter 35 - DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION- STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY
Here’s a refined overview of Chapter 35 – State Board of Cosmetology in the South Carolina Code of Regulations:
📘 Chapter 35 — Overview & Authority
This chapter operates under statutory authority found in Sections 40‑1‑70, 40‑13‑60, 40‑13‑70, 40‑13‑80, and 40‑13‑230(D) of the South Carolina Code of Laws (scstatehouse.gov). It establishes rules for licensing, school operations, salons, and continuing education in cosmetology, nail technology, and esthetics.
🏫 Schools of Cosmetology, Esthetics & Nail Technology
§ 35‑1 – School Application
Requires submission at least 60 days before opening, on a prescribed form.
Applicants must include owner info, school name/address, scaled floor plans (clinic, dispensary, classroom, office, restrooms), and application fee (scstatehouse.gov).
§ 35‑2 – Building Requirements & Equipment
Minimum 2,500 sq ft for cosmetology schools (60 students); proportional extra space if larger.
Clinic areas: 60 sq ft per station.
Nail and esthetics courses require 240 sq ft per 10 students (scstatehouse.gov).
Equipment list includes instructor desk, student stations, shampoo bowls, manicure tables, time clocks, etc. (law.cornell.edu).
§ 35‑3 – Curriculum
Outlines minimum instructional hours for programs—typically 1,000+ hours for cosmetology and smaller hourly requirements for esthetics/nail technology (ed.sc.gov).
§ 35‑4 to § 35‑5 – Instructor Qualifications & Exams
Instructors must hold a high school diploma or GED, complete minimum 750 hours of instructor training, and operate under supervision (scstatehouse.gov).
Regulates instructor examinations and re-exams processes.
§ 35‑6 – Administrative Citations
The Board may issue penalties (citations) for violations (scstatehouse.gov).
§ 35‑7 – School Classification & Transcripts
Differentiates post-secondary from public school programs.
Allows transfer of completed hours between public and private institutions (law.cornell.edu).
💇♀️ Salons & Practitioners
§ 35‑15 – Salon Licensure
Must apply at least 10 business days before opening.
A licensed salon manager is required (scstatehouse.gov).
§ 35‑16 – Salon Equipment
Mandates adequate equipment; updated to meet OSHA and EPA disinfectant standards .
§ 35‑20 – Sanitary and Safety Standards
Ensures compliance with building, health, and safety codes.
Rules require proper sanitation, separate restrooms, potable hot/cold water, no animals in client areas (scstatehouse.gov).
📖 Continuing Education & Fees
§ 35‑23 & § 35‑24 detail the continuing education requirements and authorized providers.
§ 35‑25 covers fee schedules for schools, salons, instructors, and exams.
§ 35‑26 addresses crossover licensing (e.g., from Master Hair Care to Cosmetologist) (regulations.justia.com).
✅ What to Do Next
Opening a school? Refer to § 35‑1–§ 35‑4 for application, facilities, staffing, and curriculum guidance.
Starting a salon? Check § 35‑15, § 35‑16, and § 35‑20 for licensure, equipment, and sanitation rules.
Renewal or training? Review §§ 35‑23 through 35‑25 for continuing education mandates and fee info.
📚 Where to Find Full Text
Official PDF from SC Legislature: “Chapter 35 — Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation – State Board of Cosmetology” (scstatehouse.gov, scstatehouse.gov, law.justia.com).
Up‑to‑date online version via Justia, current through March 28, 2025 (regulations.justia.com).
LLR website includes regulations, forms, and board decisions (llr.sc.gov).
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