TDLR Texas Cosmetology Laws and
Rules Book Questions and Answers |
Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct &
Verified
Who must hold a license to legally practice cosmetology in Texas?
✔✔ Anyone providing cosmetology services for pay.
How long is a Texas cosmetology operator license valid?
✔✔ Two years.
What happens if a license expires and is not renewed on time?
✔✔ The license becomes invalid and services must stop.
What document must be displayed at a licensed salon?
✔✔ The current salon license.
Who is responsible for the cleanliness of a salon?
✔✔ The salon owner and all license holders working there.
What must a licensee do before changing their address with TDLR?
✔✔ Notify TDLR within the required time period.
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,How many hours of training are required for a cosmetology operator license in Texas?
✔✔ 1,000 hours.
What must a student do before performing services on the public?
✔✔ Be enrolled in a licensed school and supervised.
Who can inspect a salon at any time during business hours?
✔✔ A TDLR inspector.
What is considered unprofessional conduct under Texas law?
✔✔ Violating laws, rules, or sanitation standards.
What must be done with used towels and linens after each client?
✔✔ They must be laundered or properly disposed of.
What is required before a person can teach cosmetology in Texas?
✔✔ A valid instructor license.
What is the minimum age to enroll in a Texas cosmetology school?
✔✔ 17 years old or have a high school diploma or equivalent.
What must be done before reopening a closed salon?
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, ✔✔ Renew or reactivate the salon license.
Who is allowed to perform services in a salon?
✔✔ Only properly licensed individuals or registered students.
What must be done if a client is accidentally injured in a salon?
✔✔ Provide first aid and document the incident.
What is the penalty for practicing without a license in Texas?
✔✔ Fines and possible legal action.
How must tools and implements be stored after disinfection?
✔✔ In clean, closed containers.
What must be done with products that are contaminated?
✔✔ They must be discarded.
What is required for a salon to legally operate in Texas?
✔✔ A current salon license issued by TDLR.
What must a school do to remain licensed?
✔✔ Follow curriculum, safety, and reporting requirements.
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Rules Book Questions and Answers |
Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct &
Verified
Who must hold a license to legally practice cosmetology in Texas?
✔✔ Anyone providing cosmetology services for pay.
How long is a Texas cosmetology operator license valid?
✔✔ Two years.
What happens if a license expires and is not renewed on time?
✔✔ The license becomes invalid and services must stop.
What document must be displayed at a licensed salon?
✔✔ The current salon license.
Who is responsible for the cleanliness of a salon?
✔✔ The salon owner and all license holders working there.
What must a licensee do before changing their address with TDLR?
✔✔ Notify TDLR within the required time period.
1
,How many hours of training are required for a cosmetology operator license in Texas?
✔✔ 1,000 hours.
What must a student do before performing services on the public?
✔✔ Be enrolled in a licensed school and supervised.
Who can inspect a salon at any time during business hours?
✔✔ A TDLR inspector.
What is considered unprofessional conduct under Texas law?
✔✔ Violating laws, rules, or sanitation standards.
What must be done with used towels and linens after each client?
✔✔ They must be laundered or properly disposed of.
What is required before a person can teach cosmetology in Texas?
✔✔ A valid instructor license.
What is the minimum age to enroll in a Texas cosmetology school?
✔✔ 17 years old or have a high school diploma or equivalent.
What must be done before reopening a closed salon?
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, ✔✔ Renew or reactivate the salon license.
Who is allowed to perform services in a salon?
✔✔ Only properly licensed individuals or registered students.
What must be done if a client is accidentally injured in a salon?
✔✔ Provide first aid and document the incident.
What is the penalty for practicing without a license in Texas?
✔✔ Fines and possible legal action.
How must tools and implements be stored after disinfection?
✔✔ In clean, closed containers.
What must be done with products that are contaminated?
✔✔ They must be discarded.
What is required for a salon to legally operate in Texas?
✔✔ A current salon license issued by TDLR.
What must a school do to remain licensed?
✔✔ Follow curriculum, safety, and reporting requirements.
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