If you’re looking to renew your Florida cosmetology license, here’s a quick summary of what you need. Click below to download your Florida cosmetology CE checklist.
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What do I need to renew my cosmetology license in Florida?
The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) requires cosmetologists licensed in Florida to complete 10 hours of CE in the following topics every two years:
- Minimum of one (1) hour HIV/AIDS
- Three (3) hours of sanitation and sterilization
- One-half (.5) hour OSHA
- One-half (.5) hour workers’ compensation
- Two (2) hours of laws and rules
- One (1) hours of chemical makeup
- One (1) hour of environmental issues
- One (1) hour in any subject related to the practice of cosmetology
Related: 10-hour CE Package for Florida Cosmetologists
What do I need to renew my esthetician/facial/full specialist license in Florida?
The DBPR requires estheticians and facial/full specialists licensed in Florida to complete 10 hours of CE in the following topics every two years:
- 1 Hour of HIV/AIDS
- 3 Hours of Sanitation and Sterilization
- .5 Hours of OSHA
- .5 Hours of Workers’ Compensation
- 2 Hours of Florida Laws and Rules
- 1 Hour of Chemical Makeup
- 1 Hour of Environmental Issues
- 1 Hour of any subject related to the practice of cosmetology
Related: 10-hour CE package for Florida Facial/Full Specialists
What do I need to renew my manicurist/nail specialist license in Florida?
The DBPR requires nail specialists licensed in Florida to complete 10 hours of CE in the following topics every two years:
- 1 Hour of HIV/AIDS
- 3 Hours of Sanitation and Sterilization
- .5 Hours of OSHA
- .5 Hours of Workers’ Compensation
- 2 Hours of Florida Laws and Rules
- 1 Hour of Chemical Makeup
- 1 Hour of Environmental Issues
- 1 Hour of any subject related to the practice of cosmetology
Related: 10-hour CE package for Florida Manicurists/Nail Specialists
Important news regarding CE hours for Florida cosmetologists
The DBPR has issued some slight changes in the CE requirements for a segment of licensees this renewal cycle. Here’s a quick summary of who’s affected.
- Licensed for less than ten (10) years or Other Issue: Your CE requirements haven’t changed. You’ll still need to complete all 10 hours by October 31, 2024.
- Licensed for ten (10) or more years WITH disciplinary action: Your CE requirements haven’t changed. You’ll still need to complete all 10 hours by October 31, 2024.
- Licensed for ten (10) or more years without disciplinary action: Congratulations on being continually licensed for over 10 years with no disciplinary action! You may be impacted by the new CE regulations. While you may no longer need to take CE to maintain your license, it’s important to stay sharp. Between new techniques, developing technologies, and changing rules, it’s critical for salon professionals to keep on top of the latest trends in cosmetology. Online CE courses are the simplest way to stay up to date. Explore Florida continuing education requirements here.
Important Note: This license renewal information is provided as a convenience only and is subject to change at any time. It’s ultimately the responsibility of the licensee to be sure that he or she is meeting all requirements for each license and corresponding renewal period.
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