2024 Barbering and Cosmetology Regulations

Title 16, Division 9 of the California Code of Regulations

Article 1. Administration

§ 900. Establishment.

§ 904. Enforcement.

§ 905. Posting of Consumer Information Message.

Article 2. Qualifications for Examination

§ 909. Proof of Training.

§ 910. Out-of-State or Armed Services Applicants.

Article 3. Apprenticeship

§ 913. Approval of Apprentice Training Programs.

§ 913.1. Withdrawal of Approval: Apprenticeship Program Sponsor.

§ 914.1. Filing of Apprenticeship Application; Eligibility.

§ 914.2. Filing of Apprenticeship Application; RE-Enrollments.

§ 915. Related Training.

§ 916. Training Hours and Schedule.

§ 917. Pre-Apprentice Training.

§ 918. Apprentice Trainers.

§ 919. Board Approved Trainers and Establishments.

§ 920. Record of Apprentice Training.

§ 921. Curriculum for Barber Apprentice Course.

§ 921.1. Curriculum for Cosmetology Apprenticeship Course.

§ 921.2. Curriculum for Electrolysis Apprenticeship Course.

§ 922. Transfers.

§ 923. Surrender of License.

§ 924. Completion of Apprentice Training Program.

§ 925. Statement of Trainer Responsibilities.

§ 926. Apprenticeship Credit for Prior Training.

Article 4. Examinations

§ 931. Interpreter.

§ 932. Passing Grades in Examinations.

Article 5. Mobile Units

§ 937. Licensing and Operation.

Article 6. Schools

§ 940. Equipment for Schools.

§ 941. Approval of Schools.

§ 950.5. Curriculum for Electrolysis Course.

§ 950.10. Transfer of Credit

§ 950.12. Work upon Paying Patrons.

ยง 961. Instructional Materials.

Article 8.5. Externship

§ 962. Definitions.

§ 962.1. Notification of Participation in the Cosmetology Externship Program.

§ 962.2. Laminated School Identification.

Article 9. Licenses

§ 965. Display of Licenses.

§ 965.1. Persons Exempt from Application of Chapter; Demonstration of Products.

§ 965.2. Personal Service Permit.

Article 10. Disciplinary Proceedings

§ 969. Delegation of Certain Functions.

§ 970. Substantial Relationship Criteria.

§ 971. Criteria for Rehabilitation.

§ 972. Disciplinary Guidelines.

§ 973. Grounds for Immediate Suspension.

§ 973.1. Procedures for Issuing Immediate Suspension.

§ 973.2. Content of Immediate Suspension Notice.

§ 973.3. Terms and Conditions of Probation.

§ 973.4. Remedial Training Defined.

§ 973.5. Approval of Remedial Training Course.

§ 973.6. Appeal Process.

Article 11. Administrative Fines and Citations

§ 974. Schedule of Administrative Fines.

§ 974.1. Disciplinary Review Committee.

§ 974.2. Appeal to Disciplinary Review Committee.

§ 974.3. Installment Payment Plan.

§ 975. Good Cause for Failure to Appear for Hearing.

§ 976. Citations; Unlicensed Activity.

Article 12. Health and Safety

§ 977. Health and Safety Definitions.

§ 978. Minimum Equipment and Supplies.

§ 979. Disinfecting Non-Electrical Tools.

§ 980. Disinfecting Electrical Tools.

§ 980.1. Procedures for Cleaning and Disinfecting Whirlpool Footspas, and Air-Jet Basins.

§ 980.2. Procedures for Cleaning and Disinfecting Pipe-Less Footspas.

§ 980.3. Procedures for Cleaning and Disinfecting Non-Whirlpool Foot Basins or Tubs.

§ 980.4. Disposable Foot Basin or Tub Liners.

§ 981. Tools and Supplies.

§ 982. Sterilizing Electrolysis Tools.

§ 983. Personal Cleanliness.

§ 984. Disease and Infestation.

§ 985. Neck Strips.

§ 986. Neck Dusters and Brushes.

§ 987. Towels.

§ 988. Liquids, Creams, Powders and Cosmetics.

§ 989. Prohibited Hazardous Substances/Use of Products.

§ 990. Headrests, Shampoo Trays and Bowls, and Treatment Tables.

§ 991. Invasive Procedures.

§ 992. Skin Exfoliation.

§ 993. Prohibited Tools.

§ 994. Cleanliness and Repair.

§ 995. Building Standards.

§ 998. Schedule of Fees.

Article 13. Revenue

§ 999. Charge for Dishonored Check.