Cosmetology License Renewal Courses - Texas - Wisconsin - Iowa - Florida - Illinois - Georgia - Illinois - Nebraska

Master cosmetology licenses expire on March 31st of even-numbered years. To renew, you must complete 5 hours of Georgia cosmetology continuing education on-site or online, report those hours to the Georgia state board and pay a renewal fee. Follow these steps:

1. Verify the continuing education requirements with the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology: Sometimes the rules change, so it is essential for you to be familiar with the current obligations. Currently, Georgia requires 3 hours of health & safety training (including the standard DTAE curriculum) and 2 hours of other pre-approved courses or activities such as trade or product show attendance.
2. Locate and enroll in a state-approved continuing education course: You can find a current list of on-site and online approved providers on the state board's website. Be sure to get a certificate of completion or other written proof of attendance from the provider.
3. Go to the Georgia Board of Cosmetology's website to complete the online license renewal application and pay your renewal fee: During the process, you will be asked questions about your citizenship status, whether you have completed your CE requirements, and whether you have been convicted of a crime or received a board sanction since your last renewal.

Tips & Warnings

• The state board will send you a courtesy reminder about 6 weeks before the expiration date of your license. However, it is your responsibility to renew your license every 2 years on or before the expiration date. Be sure to keep your mailing address and email address current with the Board.
• There is a 6 month late renewal period if you miss the March 31st deadline; however, the board will place your license in a lapsed-late renewal status during that time. If you continue to practice with an expired license, you may be subject to a fine, disciplinary action or criminal prosecution.
• Georgia allows cosmetologists with at least 25 years of experience or with a demonstrable hardship to obtain a CE waiver.
• You can verify the status of your license on the state board's website.
• If you live out-of-state but want to keep your license current, you still must complete all Georgia cosmetology license renewal requirements.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 24 January 2012 20:21