For Practitioners
To renew or reactivate an operator or salon manager license through the Minnesota Board of Cosmetology, 8 total hours of continuing education are required. Hours are to be broken down by subject matter as follows:
4-hour Core continuing education course must include:
- 1 hour of laws and rules
- 3 hours of health, safety, and infection control standards
4-hour Professional Practice continuing education course. Course subject matter may include any of the following:
- Product chemistry and chemistry interaction
- Proper use of machines and instruments
- Business management and human relations
- Techniques relevant to the type of license held