Florida Law Cosmetology
What age should an applicant be to apply for a cosmetology At least 16
license?
Does an applicant need a high school diploma? Yes
How many minimum clock hours do you need to apply for a Minimum of 1,000 actual school hours (1,200 total)
cosmetology license?
If an applicant shall fail, what is the next step? He or she shall not be qualified to take the examination again until the completion of
the full requirements provided (1,200 hours)
Is a person who practices hair braiding exempt from Yes, they are exempt
continuing education?
How many hours is a refresher course? 48 hours
How much is the fee to reactivate an inactive license? $50
Can a salon operate without a license? No
Can you transfer a license for the operation of a salon to No
someone else?
What must a mobile salon provide to the board of Maintain a permanent business address, license numbers of employees, and vehicle
cosmetology, to insure proper inspections will take place? identification numbers
When is a cosmetologist to renew their license? On or before October 31st each biennial year
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What age should an applicant be to apply for a cosmetology At least 16
license?
Does an applicant need a high school diploma? Yes
How many minimum clock hours do you need to apply for a Minimum of 1,000 actual school hours (1,200 total)
cosmetology license?
If an applicant shall fail, what is the next step? He or she shall not be qualified to take the examination again until the completion of
the full requirements provided (1,200 hours)
Is a person who practices hair braiding exempt from Yes, they are exempt
continuing education?
How many hours is a refresher course? 48 hours
How much is the fee to reactivate an inactive license? $50
Can a salon operate without a license? No
Can you transfer a license for the operation of a salon to No
someone else?
What must a mobile salon provide to the board of Maintain a permanent business address, license numbers of employees, and vehicle
cosmetology, to insure proper inspections will take place? identification numbers
When is a cosmetologist to renew their license? On or before October 31st each biennial year
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