Continuing Education
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
COURSE LISTS
FOR INSTRUCTORS
- 30 hours of teaching-methodology courses
- 15 hours of clinical practice courses
FOR PROVIDERS
Whether you are a seasoned course provider already or interested in learning how to become one, we are here to assist you.
Step 1
Ensure that you qualify to become a Practitioner or Instructor CE Provider. If so, complete the appropriate application.
- Practitioner Providers* may be a Licensed Cosmetology School, Licensed Salon, Post-Secondary Institution or MN Board Recognized Professional Association
- Instructor Providers may be a Licensed Cosmetology School, Licensed Salon, Post-Secondary Institution, MN Board Recognized Professional Association or Subject Matter Expert.
Step 2
Complete the application. After you apply you will receive an email with instructions on how to submit the $150 fee.
Step 3
Once your complete application and payment are received, if deemed eligible, you will receive an approval email with your provider number and log-in information. Then you may begin to submit courses for approval.
*Important: The Core CE course cannot be offered by salons. Salons must offer Professional Practice CE courses in person, not online. Non-cosmetology post-secondary institutions may not offer Professional Practice CE courses.