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TITLE 175. OKLAHOMA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERING

ADVISORY BOARD ON MASSAGE THERAPY

RULES AND REGULATIONS AND STATUTES

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Rules and Regulations – Cosmetology and Barbering Section Page

Chapter 1. Administrative Operations

Subchapter 1. General Provisions 175:10-1-1 14

Subchapter 3. Licensure of Schools 175:10-3-1 15

Subchapter 5. Licensure of Establishments 175:10-5-1 38

Subchapter 7. Sanitation, disinfection and Safety Standards 175:10-7-1 39

for Establishments and School

Subchapter 9. Licensure of Cosmetologists, Barbers and 175:10-9-1 49

Related Occupations

Subchapter 11. License Renewal, Fees and Penalties 175:10-11-1 58

Subchapter 13. Reciprocal and Crossover Licensing 175:10-13-1 60

Subchapter 15. Inspections, Violations and Enforcement 175:10-15-1 61

Section 199.2 State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering 66

Section 199.3 Powers of Board – Rules and Regulations – 68

Members of Armed Forces – Serious Illness

Section 199.4 Executive Director 69

Section 199.5 Positions and Salaries 70

Section 199.6 Unlawful Acts 70

Section 199.7 Schools – Eligibility to Take Examination 71

Application

Section 199.8 Apprentices 74

Section 199.9 Facilities – License Required 74

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Emergency Effective April 10, 1980

Section 199.13 Reciprocity licenses – Criteria for Issuing Licenses 77

without Examination

Section 199.14 Fees 77

Section 199.15 State Cosmetology and Barbering Fund 78

Section 199.18 Private Cosmetology and Barbering Services 79

Subchapter 9. Standards of Professional Conduct 175:20-9-1 85

Subchapter 11. Grounds for Discipline 175:20-11-1 88

Subchapter 13. Complaints and Hearings 175:20-13-1 88

Subchapter 15. Fee Schedule 175:20-15-1 88

Massage Therapy Practice Act – Title 59 O.S. Sections 4200.1 et seq

Section 4200.2 Definitions 89

Section 4200.3 Licensed Massage Therapist – When license 90

is required – Restrictions on practicing massage therapy

Section 4200.4 Authority of State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering 91

Section 4200.8 Examination for licensure – Standardized national 93

examination

Section 4200.9 Out-of-state license holders – License renewal – Inactive 93

status – Fees

Section 4200.10 Preemption 94

Section 4200.11 Disciplinary actions and proceedings 94

Section 4200.12 Immunity 94

Section 4200.13 Violations 95

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State of Oklahoma

Cosmetology and Barbering do hereby certify that the Oklahoma Cosmetology and Barber Law,

Additionally, Rules and Regulations appearing in this revision affect the Massage profession and

licensees of the State of Oklahoma have been adopted and promulgated by the State Board of

Cosmetology and Barbering pursuant to authority vested by law.

This book is marked as an “unofficial” copy. The only “official” copy of the Board’s rules and

regulations are on file with the Secretary of State, Office of Administrative Rules.

Malena Curtsinger, Executive Director

BOARD MEMBERS

Machele Callicoat, Chair

Christy Mather, Vice Chair

Erin L. Pierce

Carla Wilkins

Heather Sinclair

Austin Hodges

Ericka Jackson

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TITLE 175. STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBERING

CHAPTER 1. ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONS

SUBCHAPTER 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS

175:1-1-1. Purpose

This chapter provides information pertinent to member qualifications, agency structure and

indicates otherwise:

“Act” means the Oklahoma Cosmetology and Barbering Act.

“Apprentice” means a person who is engaged in learning the practice of cosmetology or

barbering in a cosmetology or barber establishment. [Title 59 O.S. Section 199.1]

“Assigned practice or clinic work” means demonstrations and lesson practice in which

services may be performed on patron, student or model on clinic floor in classroom for the benefit of

student observation, notes, etc. The practice or demonstration shall be assigned by or with approval of

the instructor in charge and materials/supplies used for the education demonstration are the

responsibility of the school.

“Barber/Barber Stylist” means any person who engages in the practice of barbering.

hand or mechanical appliances; singeing, shampooing or applying lighteners or color to the hair,

applying hair tonics; applying cosmetic preparations, antiseptics, powders, oils, clays or lotions to

scalp, face, neck or upper part of the body, but excluding the application of makeup; and removing

superfluous hair from the face, neck or upper part of the body.

“Barber school or college” means an Establishment operated for the purpose of teaching

barbering.

“Board” means the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering.

“Clean” means removal of surface and/or visible debris by using soap, detergent or chemical

“cleaner”, followed by a clean water rinse.

“Clock hour” means a measure of time determined to be sixty (60) minutes that a student

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“Cosmetic studio” means any place or premises where demonstrators give demonstrations,

without compensation, for the purpose only of advertising and selling cosmetics.

“Cosmetician” means a person licensed by the Board to perform patron services limited to hair

arranging and application of make-up, including, but not limited to using hairstyling tools and products.

Services must be performed in a licensed establishment.

“Cosmetologist” means any person who engages in, follows or performs any of the practices of

cosmetology.

dressing, removing, singeing, styling, waving or similar work upon the hair of any person by any

means, whether with hands or mechanical or electrical apparatus or appliances. Nothing in the

Oklahoma Cosmetology and Barbering Act shall be construed to prohibit the use of hands or

mechanical or electrical apparatus or appliances for the non-permanent removal of hair from the human

body without puncturing of the skin or the use of stimulating exercising, beautifying or similarly

working the scalp, face, neck, arms or the manicuring of the nails of any person, exclusive of such of

the foregoing practice as are within the scope of practice of the healing arts as provided by law.

“Cosmetology Establishment” means an Establishment or place of business where one or

more persons are engaged in the practice of cosmetology but shall not include barber schools and

colleges.

shall be operating cosmetology and/or barbering school, and shall be subject to the provisions of the

Oklahoma Cosmetology and Barbering Act. Licensed cosmetology and barbering schools may offer

education to secondary and post secondary students in this state.

"Credit hour" means a unit of value awarded to a student for successful completion of a

program, course or course lesson and credit to clock ratio as recognized by the United States

Department of Education or a regional or national accreditation entity recognized by the United States

Department of Education.

“Demonstrator” means a person who is not licensed in this state as a Cosmetologist, Barber or

Instructor and who demonstrates any cosmetic preparation. The person shall be required to obtain a

Demonstrator license from the Board before making any such demonstrations.

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"Dry sanitizer" means a clean, dry, closed (covered) cabinet, drawer, chest or other type

container used in a cosmetology/barber establishment or school for the purpose of storing clean, dry

disinfected combs, brushes and other implements without fumigant after the articles have been cleaned

and disinfected in a wet sanitizer (or by other approved method in the case of metal implements).

“Emergency circumstances” means a serious injury, illness or death in the immediate family

of applicant for registration, examination, licensure, etc.

“Establishment” means a place or premises, cosmetology salon or barber shop, cosmetic or

the art and science of skin care theory and practice.

"Hairbraiding Technician" means a person certified by the Board to perform hairbraiding,

hairweaving techniques, and hair extensions in a licensed cosmetology establishment.

“Hybrid learning” means courses that combine face-to-face classroom instruction with on-line

computer based learning.

“Manicurist/Nail Technician” means a person licensed by the Board to perform nail care

services to the public in a place licensed by the Board where nail care/manicuring/pedicuring services

may be performed.

“Manicurist/Nail Technician Instructor” means a person licensed by the Board as a qualified

teacher of the art and science of nail technology theory and practice.

“Non-Porous” means material that has no pores and does not allow for liquids to be absorbed

or pass through. Common non-porous materials include glass, metal and plastic.

“Post secondary institution” means a school licensed to teach students according to prescribed

curriculum as in Title 59 O.S. § 199.7 (F) 1 Board rule 175:10-3-34(a).

“Porous” means material that has minute spaces or holes through which liquid or air may pass.

“Secondary institution” means a school licensed to teach students eligible for credit for 500

hours of related subjects as prescribed in Title 59 O.S. § 199.7 (f)2 and in Board rule 175:10-3-34(b).

“Sterilize” means the eradication of all microbial life through the use of heat, pressure, steam or

chemical sterilant.

“Student” means a person who is enrolled in a cosmetology or barber school and appropriately

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by the Board to perform threading in a licensed establishment.

“Unassigned practice or clinic work” means a personal service of cosmetology or barber

practice (on student on another etc.); which shall be elective practice which one student chooses to

perform or to receive (routine shampoo not included); and in which school supplies may be used (i.e.

bleach/color/perm, etc.); and which practice and service is not assigned by the instructor and/or

performed for the benefit of a group of students who have been scheduled to observe as a classroom or

SUBCHAPTER 3. BOARD STRUCTURE AND AGENCY ADMINISTRATION

175:1-3-1. Composition, powers and duties of Board

(a) The Board is composed of eleven (11) members appointed by the Governor to four (4) year

staggered terms. Six (6) cosmetologist members are appointed, one (1) from each of six (6)

congressional districts of the state, one (1) member is appointed to represent public cosmetology

schools, one (1) to represent privately owned cosmetology schools, one (1) to represent privately

owned barber school, and one (1) is appointed as a lay/public member, and one (1) barber member is

appointed at large.

(2) The chair has the authority to call meetings if the need arises.

(d) An Assistant Attorney General is assigned to the agency as liaison and serves as the Board’s legal

advisor.

(e) In order to safeguard and protect the health and general welfare of the people of the State of

Oklahoma, the Board has the power and duty to carry out the provisions of the Cosmetology and

Barber Act 59 O.S. Section 199.1 et. seq. and to make and enforce all reasonable and necessary rules

and regulations for that purpose. In addition to the general powers, the Board shall have the following

powers and duties:

(1) The Board shall promulgate rules relating to the standards of sanitation which shall be

observed and practiced by all cosmetology and barber Establishments and schools.

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175:1-3-2. Agency administration; description of agency

(a) The State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering shall create positions, make appointments and fix

salaries of officials and employees necessary to carry out the purposes of the Cosmetology and

Barbering Act [59 O.S. Sections 199.1 et. seq] and the administration thereof.

(b) The Board’s Executive Director is in charge of the office and directly supervises all employees.

(c) The office of the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering is located at 2401 N.W. 23

Street,

Suite 84, (Shepherd Mall) in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73107. Phone number (405) 521-2441. Fax

(f) All Board meetings are conducted at the Board’s office location. Rule making and disciplinary

hearings may be held in other locations if additional space is needed or if considered necessary for

other legal valid reasons.

SUBCHAPTER 5. RULES OF PRACTICE

175:1-5-1. Setting hearings; hearing officer; Attorney General assistance

(a) The State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering may hold a hearing on any alleged violations of the

Cosmetology and Barber Act [59 O.S. Section 199.1 et seq]. All hearings shall be conducted pursuant

to the Administrative Procedures Act [75 O.S. 250 et seq.].

175:1-5-2. Unlawful acts; findings of fact [REVOKED]

175:1-5-3. Grounds for refusal, revocation or suspension of license or registration [REVOKED]

175:1-5-4. Board sanctions

(a) If it is proven that violations of the Oklahoma Cosmetology Act and Board rules and regulations

have occurred, sanctions available to the Board are:

(1) Revocation of license; or

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first instructor and one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) for each additional instructor is required to

be submitted for cosmetology or barber school license. The bond shall be in an amount

sufficient to meet bonding requirements for all staff.

(E) Financial statement. A current financial statement of the license applicant, prepared by a

Public Accountant or a Certified Public Accountant, is required to be submitted to the Board.

The financial statement shall be prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting

principles and shall reflect the applicant’s total property inventory, assets and liabilities which

provided course(s) in training and education designed to qualify a person who shall complete the

public post secondary course(s) for examination and licensure, shall follow instructions for license

application procedures in (1) of this Section as may be applicable in requesting school license

application and approval from the Board.

(A) Names, address and phone number(s) of Public School Administrator and other supervisory

person (Principal, Assistant Principal, Coordinator or Counselor), of school/department and of

each instructor proposed to teach in the school shall be submitted to the Board. File number of

the instructor(s) shall be submitted.

(B) Applicant shall provide to the Board a notarized affidavit stating source of sufficient bond

coverage and that building wherein the school is proposed to be conducted is publicly owned.

schools by the Board. Forms include a surety bond renewal form, power-of-attorney and

verification form.

(B) Fee of $125.00 is required for school license renewal.

(4) Public school license renewal. A public school license shall expire annually on June 30

Renewal must be received by June 30

each year.

(A) Public school license renewal application and invoice is mailed annually to schools.

(B) Fee of $125.00 is required for school license renewal.

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plumbing facilities, construction and building codes for the proposed school. Applicant must provide

city inspection certificate, fire department, electrical and plumbing certificates as applicable for the city

or county where proposed school is located and other applicable zoning or construction documents the

Board may require for approval.

(b) Space/building requirements. At the initial inspection, the Board’s representative will consult

with the proposed owner(s), instructor(s) and other person(s) designated by the license applicant as

responsible for the proposed school regarding the requirements necessary to the physical arrangements

owner must show the Inspector proof of certification of compliance with applicable codes upon

request. At least two point of ingress/egress for the building are required. In the event of

multiple stories or building levels, fire escape(s) must be approved and appropriate exit signs

must be posted for safe exit from the building.

(3) Minimum building and student work space.

(A) The proposed school building space must contain a minimum of twenty-two

hundred (2,200) square feet of floor space. The Board considers a working area of 5’ X

8’ (40 square feet) per student as necessary and adequate for the safe operation of the

required minimum equipment approved for the conducting of cosmetology or barber

courses of training. Space allotted to reception area, restrooms, lockers, vending

(C) The proposed school plans shall contain a facial and skin care room designed to

provide maximum sanitation methods and privacy to patrons.

and separate restroom facilities for male and female students.

(4) Dispensary, drinking fountain, school reception area, wall and floor covering

requirements.

good repair at all times.

(B) Each school shall have a dispensary room equipped with a sink plumbed with hot

and cold water.

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(i) Floors in work areas (shampoo and styling areas) shall be covered with hard,

cleanable surface of vinyl, linoleum or other impervious floor covering. Carpet is

prohibited for use in school work areas.

(ii) Walls and woodwork to a height of five (5) feet shall be painted or covered

with easily cleaned and washable material.

(3) the minimum equipment is installed and operable; and

(4) the school license applicant is prepared to begin classes in compliance with Board rules,

regulations and law.

(c) All enrolled students shall be present and in appropriate uniform at time of second inspection and if

all student registrations are complete, students may accumulate hours for the date of inspection

provided all other license requirements are met.

175:10-3-4. Issuance of initial school license

(a) An initial school license may be issued upon satisfactory second inspection report and school bond

All records, reports and documents submitted to the Board shall become property of the Board.

175:10-3-15. Student registration; prerequisites [REVOKED]

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(A) be at least 16 years of age by November 1

(B) submit completed student registration application accompanied by a fee of $5.00

before attending classes.

(C) submit a copy of the completed student/school contract with the student registration

application.

(D) submit proof of at least eighth grade education or equivalency or submit proof of

having satisfactorily passed an ability to benefit exam.

(3) Each student shall be provided with an approved textbook or manual upon commencing

training.

(4) All applicants who register with the Board as students or who apply for a license will be

considered without regard to race, sex, creed, color, religion, or national origin provided they

have met all requirements of cosmetology and barber law and rules of the Board. All students

shall be considered for enrollment in a school. Admission to public schools is governed by

applicable state and federal laws.

PART 5. EQUIPMENT AND CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS

to all areas of the curriculum. Each school shall maintain a quality reference library addressing various

major subjects as pertain to the total field of cosmetology or barbering.

175:10-3-31. Training equipment requirements.

(a) The following minimum equipment is considered by the Board to be adequate for the appropriate

and safe training of no more than thirty-seven (37) students. The minimum equipment shall be required

for all schools with one (1) to and including thirty-seven (37) students.

(1) One (1) school seal

(2) One (1) Chart of Anatomy to include:

(A) bones

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(3) One (1) blackboard

(4) Three (3) large wet sanitizers (pan-type with covers)

(5) One (1) large dry sanitizer with airtight cabinet (without fumigant) to keep instruments, combs,

and brushes after they have been taken from wet sanitizer

(6) One (1) small dry sanitizer for each student (closed dry cabinet, drawer or other covered box-

type container)

(7) One (1) container with cover for each student to store soiled brushes/combs etc. until such time

(12) Twelve (12) curling irons (one for each additional 15 students or major fraction thereof)

(13) One (1) mannequin for each student

(14) Four hundred (400) permanent wave rods and other permanent wave supplies as necessary

(15) Twenty (20) work/styling stations with mirrors

(16) Twenty (20) styling chairs

(17) Five (5) covered waste receptacles

(18) One (1) large closed cabinet for clean towels

(19) Four (4) vented, covered containers provided for soiled linens (towels, capes, sheets)

(one for each additional 15 students or major fraction thereof)

(20) One (1) large dispensary cabinet

acceptable for student practice (one for each additional 15 students or major fraction thereof) This is

a requirement for a cosmetology school and not a barber school.

(26) One (1) facial supply cabinet (one for each additional 15 students or major fraction thereof)

This is a requirement for a cosmetology school and not a barber school.

(27) Four (4) manicure tables and chairs considered adequate for patron service. A long narrow

(18") folding table is acceptable for student practice. This is a requirement for a cosmetology school

and not a barber school.

(28) One (1) covered hair pin or clippie container for each student. This is a requirement for a

cosmetology school and not a barber school.

(b) Other additional equipment shall be required if the Boards Inspector shall show evidence that the

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175:10-3-33. Required textbooks

Textbooks must be approved by the Board that adequately covers the prescribed curricula and

prepares students for State Board testing. Other textbooks and reference material may be used to

enhance the course of study.

(1) Theory (must be coordinated with each practical practice subject as is appropriate

throughout the course of training) 150 clock hours

(2) Manicuring and pedicuring (including sculptured nails and tips and other artificial nail

application procedures and care) 90 clock hours

(3) Facials (skin care training includes make-up, arching, waxing and/or other methods for non-

permanent hair removal) 160 clock hours

(4) Scalp treatments and shampooing/conditioning rinses 30 clock hours

(5) Hairstyling, including finger waving, the dressing of wigs, thermal and blow drying 300 clock

hours

(6) Hair color tints and bleaching and other color treatments 170 clock hours

(b) Public cosmetology school. The 1500 clock hour curriculum (1000 hours pure cosmetology plus

500 hours of cosmetology related high school subjects) is prescribed for public school, parochial

school, private school or home schooled students in the following situations:

(1) Cosmetology students that are currently attending high school, parochial, private school or a

home school.

(2) Persons that did not otherwise complete their cosmetology training while registered as a

cosmetology student in high school, parochial school, or a home school .

(A) Students who shall qualify for training in this matter must complete 1000 clock hours in a

Basic cosmetology course and 500 hours of approved related subjects. The official parochial,

private school or home school high school transcript shall serve as documentation for the 500

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two (2) school years.

(B) Adult students registered in a cosmetology school are not eligible to train under the 1000

hours pure cosmetology plus 500 hours of cosmetology related high school subjects unless

qualified under (b) (1) and (2) of this rule.

(3) Theory (must be coordinated with each practical practice subject as is appropriate

throughout the course of training) 150 clock hours

(4) Manicuring and pedicuring (including sculptured nails and tips and other artificial nail

(8) Hair color tints and bleaching and other color treatments 120 clock hours

(9) Hair cutting and hair shaping with shears and thinning shears (scissors) razor and clipper

(includes beard) 120 clock hours

(10) Professional development, Establishment management and unassigned hours for review,

examinations, etc. 100 clock hours

(11) Hair restructuring/permanent waving and chemical hair relaxing 180 clock hours

(12) Cosmetology related subjects 500 clock hours

(13) Total cosmetology hours 1500 hours

(c) Minimum training supplies for private and public schools. A Basic Cosmetology student

minimum training supplies are required as follows:

(7) one (1) nail file or package of emery boards

(8) one (1) tweezer

(9) six (6) assorted hair brushes

(10) twelve (12) combs (including tail, all purpose and/or barber-type)

(11) one (1) curling iron

(12) one (1) shampoo cape

(13) appropriately disinfected set of manicuring implements for student training use on each patron

(14) toe nail clipper

(15) permanent wave rods

(16) other hair restructuring supplies

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(21) an adequately supplied products dispensary to appropriately train students in cosmetology

classes

(22) visual aid equipment in addition to the chalk or marker board

175:10-3-35. Training prior to clinic practice [REVOKED]

(1) Student registered in the master cosmetology instructor course must:

(A) hold an Oklahoma Cosmetologist license or be registered for the Basic Cosmetologist

examination. If any person enrolled prior to examination shall fail to appear or fail to pass

Basic Cosmetologist, he/she shall immediately cease master cosmetology instructor training

until such time as he shall again register for and show proof of achieving a passing score on the

cosmetologist examination.

(B) hold a High School Diploma or General Education Development Certificate.

(C) file registration application for master cosmetology instructor course including fee of $5.00

with the Board.

(2) Each student shall be provided with an approved textbook or manual before commencing

(2) Introduction to teaching and curriculum 120 clock hours

(3) Course outlining and development; lesson planning; teaching techniques; teaching aids;

developing and administering and grading examinations 330 clock hours

(4) Cosmetology Law, cosmetology school management and record keeping 90 clock hours

(5) Teaching - assisting in the classroom and clinic 150 clock hours

(6) Practice teaching - classroom and clinic 250 clock hours

(7) Total hours 1000 hours

(c) Master Cosmetology Instructor students are assigned practice in classes actually scheduled by the

school. Practice teaching by master cosmetology instructor students will be in the Basic,

Manicurist/Nail Technician, Cosmetician, and/or Esthetician/Facialist/Facial Operator course. Practice

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(e) Minimum training supplies. A master cosmetology instructor shall be provided the following:

(1) textbook or manual

(2) workbook

(3) Board Statute, Rules and Regulations Book

(f) Any lapse in licensure will not be credited towards work experience as outlined in 199.7(n)(1)(2)

175:10-3-38. Manicurist/Nail Technician course entrance and curriculum requirements

(b) Curriculum requirements. The 600 clock hour curriculum is prescribed as follows: (Note: Hours

may be measured in credits and ratio as recognized by the United States Department of Education or by

a regional or national accreditation entity recognized by the United States Department of Education.)

(1) Bacteriology, disinfection and sanitation 40 clock hours

(2) Nail structure, composition, disorders and diseases 60 clock hours

(3) Manicuring and pedicuring (includes waxing or other non-permanent hair removal) 160 clock

hours

(4) Artificial nails 160 clock hours

(5) Nail art 60 clock hours

(6) Establishment development (includes business administration and law; insurance; professional

(1) one (1) textbook or manual

(2) one (1) cuticle nipper for finger nails and one (1) nipper for toe nails

(3) one (1) cuticle scissor

(4) one (1) cuticle pusher

(5) one (1) nail brush

(6) one (1) nail file or package of emery boards

(7) artificial nail product and tools

(8) appropriately disinfected set of manicuring implements for student use on

each patron

(9) an adequate supply of protective gloves (disposable)

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(a) Entrance requirements. Esthetician/Facialist/Facial Operator course entrance requirements are

the same as for a basic course student.

(1) Each student shall be provided an approved textbook before commencing classroom training.

(2) An esthetician/facialist/facial operator student shall not be allowed to perform patron services

until such time as he/she has received at least 80 clock hours of practice and classroom instruction

under the direct supervision of a licensed instructor.

(b) Curriculum requirements. The 600 clock hour curriculum is prescribed as follows: (Note: Hours

make-up 200 clock hours

(4) Non-permanent hair removal: (includes methods and procedures and arching) 40 clock hours

(5) Salon development: (includes business administration and law; insurance; professional ethics;

record keeping; business telephone techniques; salesmanship; displays and advertising; hygiene and

public health) 60 clock hours

(6) Board rules, regulations and statutes 40 hours

(7) Total hours 600 hours

(c) Minimum training supplies Esthetician/Facialist/Facial operator minimum training supplies are

required as follows:

(1) one (1) textbook or manual

(8) visual aid equipment in addition to the chalk or marker board

175:10-3-40. Curriculum and training requirements for cosmetology and barbering courses

(a) Curriculum training shall include the study of electricity, safety measures and chemistry and must

be carried through all classes in which it is used. Mannequin practice must be given to each student.

(b) A student who has completed the training in the Basic courses in a cosmetology and/or barbering

school or as an apprentice who completed the course in an Establishment, must have had required

amount of patron practice by working under actual cosmetology/barbering Establishment conditions to

that he should be able to:

(1) perform any ordinary operation satisfactorily and in the same amount of time customarily

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equipment, schedule and curriculum.

175:10-3-52. Change of ownership or location

(a) No license is transferable. Any time a school changes ownership, the requirements for an original

cosmetology license shall apply.

(1) Any school owner who contemplates selling or otherwise transferring ownership of his school

(b) Change of location of any school shall require written notice be submitted to the Board no less than

thirty (30) days prior to any change in order to be approved by the Board.

175:10-3-53. Instructors

(a) Licensed instructors required; demonstrators and guest lecturers. Teaching in a school shall be

done by licensed instructors only. Professional persons in fields related to cosmetology and barbering

may lecture in schools.

(b) Product demonstration time allowed. The total time given to product demonstrations or lecturers

shall not exceed eight (8) hours per month in any one school.

(2) Any substitute instructor in any school shall posses a valid instructor license issued by the Board

in order for hours of training to be credited to a student.

(e) Owner instructors. If the owner of a school is the only instructor or one of the minimum number

of instructors required for the number of students enrolled and registered in the school, the owner

instructor shall devote full time to the instruction of courses of study during school training hours.

(f) Notice of change in instructor staff. Each school owner is required to notify the Board in writing

of any changes in cosmetology staff or instructors.

175:10-3-54. Instructor/student ratio

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(3) Three instructors for 38 to and including 52 students.

(4) Four instructors for 53 to and including 67 students.

(5) Five instructors for 68 to and including 82 students.

(6) Six instructors for 83 to and including 97 students, etc.

(b) One instructor student in training shall count as an instructor toward the required ratio of instructor

to student provided the school has notified the Board in writing if the instructor student in training is to

be counted toward the required ratio of instructor student. The written notification must indicate that

including social security information.

(b) A student must be given a copy of the student contract at enrollment time.

(c) A copy of each student/school contract must be kept on file in the school.

(d) A student/school contract shall not be changed after a copy is submitted to the Board unless a

change in contract is initialed by each involved party. A copy of the initialed contract shall be given to

student at time of any change and a copy submitted to the Board within five (5) days of a change, noted

with revised date.

(e) A student shall be registered in only one school at any given time.

student prior to the student’s registration of the following:

(1) the identity of the college or university with which the school has the agreement; and

(2) the number of credit hours that the college or university will accept pursuant to the articulation

agreement.

(c) The notice shall also include a disclaimer informing the student that there is no guarantee that

colleges or universities that do not have an articulation agreement with the school will accept the credit

hours. The notice to the student shall be prominently displayed in the student handbook.

(d) Direct instructor supervision required. A student must train under the direct supervision of an

instructor employed by the school at all times in order to be credited for hours by the Board.

(e) Credit for field of study related field trip. A student may be given credit for hours spent in a

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hours of the Basic Cosmetology/Barber course or more than sixteen clock hours in a given week.

(3) credit for cosmetology related field trips shall not exceed twenty-four (24) total clock hours of the

Manicurist, Facial/Esthetics course or more than sixteen clock hours in a given week.

(4) credit for cosmetology related field trips shall not exceed forty (40) total clock hours of the Master

Instructor, Manicurist/Nail Technician Instructor or Facial/Esthetics Instructor course, Barber or

Barber Instructor or more than sixteen (16) clock hours in a given week.

(f) Credit for model participation in a State Board practical examination. A student may be given

175:10-3-59. Curriculum and schedule [REVOKED]

175:10-3-60. Attendance and other records and requirements

(a) Minimum attendance per week. A part time schedule shall be submitted and approved by the

Board. Student shall attend a clock hour school at least three (3) hours per day, five (5) days per week

or a total of fifteen (15) hours per week.

(b) Daily sign-in/time clock or other records maintained in a clock hour school. In addition to

maintaining a current record of student hours, clock hour schools shall keep a record of daily

attendance Students registered in a clock hour school shall sign or clock in and out of each class daily.

upon request of the Board as allowed under the Cosmetology and Barbering Act.

(g) Monthly submission of hour reports. All clock hour schools shall be required to submit a report

of all student hours earned to the board monthly and will be due by the 10

of the following month. All

hours shall be submitted as follows: Private school hours must reflect day and evening classes,

student’s name, file/registration number, and accumulated hours received. Public school hours must

reflect the instructor who teaches the program and program taught, whether day or evening class,

student name, file/registration number, and hours received by student.

175:10-3-61. School Affidavit; hours accumulated

(a) School Affidavit upon completion, withdrawal or termination. School Affidavit shall be

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School Affidavit of completed hours of training must be submitted with examination registration.

(c) Hours submitted upon course completion. Accumulated student hours shall be submitted to the

Board within five (5) business days of the completion of course hours by a student. The school owner

or instructor shall submit accumulated hours to the Board on Board approved School Affidavit to allow

the student to be registered for examination and be issued a student work permit by the Board.

(d) Refusal to submit student hours. No school owner or instructor shall ever refuse to submit

accumulated student hours if hours are completed. School will notify the board of any unpaid balance

(f) Student copies of School Affidavit of completion. A student who completes a specific course

must be provided the School Affidavit of completion dated on the day of completion provided the

tuition is paid in full according to contractual agreement.

175:10-3-62. Patron services in school

(a) Student not paid for clinic work. A school may not offer to pay commission to a student for clinic

work performed.

(b) Prices for services. All prices charged by the school for clinic services shall be conspicuously

posted in the school clinic area.

175:10-3-63. School rules to be posted; specific and current

(a) A copy of the school rule and regulations is required to be posted in each school.

(b) School rules shall define “Excused absence”.

(c) School rules shall be specific regarding excessive absence and tardiness.

(d) Posted school rules shall be kept current. Any revised rules shall be submitted to the Board and

students shall be apprised of revised rules and effective date at least two (2) weeks prior to planned

effective date.

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uniform during classroom or clinic practical practice training. The Board minimum uniform dress code

standards set forth as follows:

(1) Each instructor, student training in a school or apprentice training in an Establishment shall be

dressed in a washable tightly woven crisp fabric which shall readily shed hair clippings and/or other

airborne particles.

(2) Tank or tube tops, sleeveless tops, high heels, and open toe footwear are considered by the Board

to be unsafe and unsanitary attire for any student while training in the theory and practical practices

175:10-3-65. Class number not to exceed number for which school is approved [REVOKED]

175:10-3-66. Sanitation standards and Code of Ethics to be posted [REVOKED]

175:10-3-67. Student re-registration fee and transfer process

(a) Student re-registration. Each time a student registers, re-registers, or transfers, in addition to other

requirements, the registration fee of $5.00 must be submitted to the Board with registration application.

(b) Student transfer. An affidavit, signed by official of transferring school must be received by the

submits the necessary proof of training to the Board for evaluation. Necessary papers will be

forwarded upon request. The reciprocity processing fee for transfer of out-of-state hours is $30.00.

175:10-3-68. Board review of failed final school examination; inspector review of failed

practical theory work [REVOKED]

175:10-3-69. Student registration for examination upon course completion [REVOKED]

175:10-3-70. Student work permit [REVOKED]

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expired may be credited toward the appropriate examination as in Rule 175:10-9-33.

175:10-3-72. Failure to appear for examination; request to be excused. [REVOKED]

175:10-3-73. Alcoholic beverage/controlled substance prohibited in schools

It is prohibited by the Board for any school instructor, student or school personnel to consume, serve

175:10-3-75. Truth in advertisement; notice of student practice

(a) A school shall be forbidden to advertise by using knowingly false or deceptive statements in order

to induce students to enroll in the school.

(b) All advertisements for clinic practice shall contain the statement “All work is performed by

students”. The statement shall be required to be posted in a highly visible manner in the school clinic

area.

175:10-3-76. Student complaints

Each school shall have in place a student complaint process. The procedures for the complaint

complaint. If notification is received by the Board from the investigating authority that the school has

been found to be in violation of federal regulations, the Board may take action pursuant to Title 59 O.S.

§ 199.6 or 199.11.

175:10-3-77. Non compliance with cosmetology law/rules

A school owner who fails or refuses to comply with the Act or Board rules is subject to disciplinary

action by the Board.

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(a) A school must submit a curriculum and schedule for students utilizing hybrid learning.

(b) School must show proof that hybrid learning activities are continuously monitored by the school

and the process must be formally approved by the Board.

(c) Credit for hybrid learning is limited to 10% of the theory related hours of training in any given

course.

(d) A record of students actively participating in hybrid learning activities must be maintained in the

school and available for inspection purposes.

175:10-5-1. Cosmetology and Barber Establishment license application; authorization open to

pending first inspection

(a) The Board will issue an Establishment license upon receipt of application for license, appropriate

fee and notarized affidavit of applicant which reflects compliance with all Establishment license

requirements. Initial inspection will be conducted to confirm compliance of license requirements.

(b) In the event the Establishment should fail to be approved at initial inspection, the Establishment

may be required to close and cease to provide services to the public until applicant/establishment shall

be in compliance of all license requirements.

(c) When the ownership of an Establishment changes, it will be considered a new Establishment and

shall be required to comply with requirements for initial Establishment license.

175:10-5-2. Minimum equipment; sanitation standards; rule posted

(a) Each Establishment shall have at least one (1) shampoo basin and shampoo chair and other

equipment, implements and supplies adequate to provide services in a sanitary and safe manner to the

public. Clothing worn by licensee while performing services to the public shall be clean and shall be

designed to reduce risk of exposure to electrical and/or chemical burns/cuts to the skin and the potential

for transmitting germs/bacteria.

(b) Each Establishment shall have in use at all times, at least one (1) dry and one (1) wet sanitizer for

the purpose of disinfecting combs, brushes and other implements after each use.

(c) Each Establishment shall be required to be in compliance with rules established by the Board

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Establishment. Each owner and manager is responsible for assuring that each person employed and/or

under his supervision and control in the Establishment, shall appropriately post a current, valid

Oklahoma license or work permit before performing services to the public in the Establishment.

175:10-5-3. Subdivided/subleased booth/work station [REVOKED]

(2) board licensee to perform cosmetology or barbering services

(c) No Establishment license is required if health care facilities offer limited cosmetology or barbering

services for grooming and hygiene purposes to patrons and residents of the facility. Persons employed

by the facility to perform limited services must be a licensed cosmetologist, or barber or be authorized

to practice the healing arts or nursing while engaged in the proper discharge of their professional duties.

[Title 59 O.S. Section 199.6 (I)]

175:10-5-5. Display of barber pole

Only a licensed barber Establishment or an Establishment that employs licensed barbers may display

a barber pole on the premise.

No Establishment shall operate in a residence or beauty/barber supply house or other business unless

a room or rooms are provided separate and apart from the residence/supply house business and with a

separate entrance. Establishment must be separate from beauty supply house/business. Establishment

area shall have separate entrance and must be identified/signed in order for the Board and consumers to

determine specific area of inspection authority and responsibility. Establishment area shall be

separated by a solid divider, partition, wall, display counter or shelves. Divider wall must measure at

least six (6) feet from floor to top in such manner as to assure compliance with Board standards of

sanitation and safety for Establishment operation. All doors and windows between residence/living

quarters shall be kept closed during Establishment hours.

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175:10-7-3. Adequate ventilation/chemical Safety

(a) All rooms must have good ventilation adequate to quickly rid immediate premises of fumes from

products (i.e. artificial nail products, bleach etc.) according to the city/state codes.

(b) Chemicals shall be transported and stored in accordance with the manufacture's label

(c) Chemicals must be stored in the original containers

(d) Chemicals must be stored in overhead cabinets or locked cabinets. They may not be stored in areas

175:10-7-4. Furnishings; windows; ceilings; walls; floors

(a) Furniture shall be of washable material and shall be kept clean. Breaks or cracks in furniture must

be repaired immediately.

(b) Windows must be kept in a clean condition.

(c) Each work/styling station shall be provided with adequate light and fixtures which shall be kept in a

sanitary and safe condition.

(d) Ceilings and walls shall be of an easily cleaned, smooth and unbroken surface.

(e) Curtains, partitions and wall hangings shall be kept clean at all times.

(f) Floors in Establishments and schools shall be maintained in a clean manner.

(3) each nail station

(4) between every 2 pedicure chairs

(5) each restroom, dispense area and any break room where food is prepared.

(i) Trash containers must have solid sides and liners should be used. Trash containers must be emptied

when full.

175:10-7-5. Disinfectants required for use in schools and related establishments

(a) Every precaution shall be taken to prevent infection by disinfecting all tools.

(b) All items shall be cleaned and disinfected by removing all visible debris from an item or surface by

using soap/water or a cleaning agent.

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(e) For immersion the items must stay completely immersed for full contact time according to

manufacturer's instructions.

(f) For spray, place clean item on clean surface and spray with disinfectant until thoroughly saturated.

Ensure that all surfaces of item stay visibly moist for full contact time listed on the label for all

pathogens listed on the label to be effectively destroyed.

(g) For EPA registered wipes - wipe all surfaces and ensure that all surfaces remain visibly moist for

full contact time listed on the label.

(j) All disinfected items must be stored in a dry/closed cabinet, drawer, or other closed/covered/light

type container without fumes.

175:10-7-6. Disinfecting agents and procedures for use in schools and related establishments

(a) Disinfectants for use by Establishments and schools shall be used only if registered with the

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for use as a disinfectant to achieve its intended purpose in

accordance with the product label.

(b) To disinfect and minimize corrosion of metal instruments, immerse and wipe thoroughly with an

EPA approved disinfectant or spray with approved oil base disinfectant and store in a cabinet or closed

container free from contamination between use and service for each patron.

bottle is emptied, it must remain available until a new bottle is available.

(h) When disinfectant is placed in a secondary container such as a spray bottle, tub or jar, that container

must be labeled to indicate what chemical is in the container.

(i) Disinfectant must be disposed of in accordance with all local, state and federal requirements.

(j) UV light boxes for sanitation purposes are prohibited.

(k) Any products banned by the FDA shall not be used for any cosmetology/barbering service.

(l) Disinfecting electrical items with plastic/metal guards, clipper blades, drill bits and any metal or

nonmetal removable parts must be removed, cleaned and disinfected by first removing all visible

debris. Use EPA registered spray or wipe disinfectant as instructed on manufacturer's label for full

contact time. Allow to air dry. Tool housing must also be disinfected. Store in a clean place such as a

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175:10-7-32. Kiosk style establishment

A kiosk style cosmetology or barbering establishment may be approved to operate within an

enclosed building such as a mall or airport lounge. The operation of a kiosk style establishment shall

require an Establishment license. The establishment must have a hand washing lavatory with hot and

cold water under pressure. Only non-chemical hair services, demonstrations, make-up applications,

styling tool demonstrations or threading may be performed at the kiosk style establishment. All

(c) Pencil sharpeners must be cleaned out and properly disinfected by immersion or spray with an

EPA registered disinfectant after each use

(d) Disposable applicators must be used in the application of mascara

(e) Liquid foundation must be dispensed with a pump style bottle or removed from container

without allowing mouth of container to be contaminated.

(f) Make up that is in a cake format should be scraped off onto a single use or disinfected surface,

such as a palette for application.

(g) When make-up displays are accessible to the public, disposable applicators for all make-up

must be readily available.

(h) Eyelash extensions may only be performed by a licensed cosmetologist or esthetician

(j) Tray Barrier – a fresh/new disposable barrier such as a paper towel will be used on tray or

counter space on which items for clients re placed before each service begins.

(k) Mask will be worn properly over both nose and mouth during eyelash service.

(l) Forehead Barrier – disposable, single use or freshly laundered forehead barrier must be used.

(m) Lash use and Storage

(1) Lashes must be stored in covered container

(2) Once lashes are removed from original container, they cannot be placed back in original

container and may not be used on another client and may not be stored for later use of same

client.

(3) Any cutting implement used to cut lashes into sections (to render lash strips on time use)

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(n) De-tacking tape used for taping back eye lid skin or lashes cannot be de-tacked on skin. De-

tacking must be done on a clean towel.

(o) Any nozzle or dropper used for rinsing or flushing the eye during the service cannot come in

direct contact with the eye or skin.

(p) Make up application on the face and beautifying lashes and brows with the use of

commercially available products use in accordance with manufacturer written instructions,

include but not limited to;

(b) Wax pots must remain covered and free from debris when not in use

(c) Wax may be removed for use by one of the following methods:

(1) Single use spatula disposed of after a single dip/application

(2) Disinfected plastic spatula – new spatula for each dip into the pot

(3) Removal of was needed for entire service into a single use, disposable cup. Only in this

(d) If wax becomes contaminated or has visible debris, pot must be emptied and disinfected. No wax

may be re-used only new wax may be used in the pot.

both be easily transmitted in the wax pot environment.

(h) Double dipping is expressly prohibited – HPV and HSV can both be easily transmitted in the wax

pot environment.

175:10-9-1. Apprentice training

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the Board. The application shall include apprenticeship inspection fee of $20.00 (includes purchase of

Rules, Regulations and Law book, apprentice registration and inspection fee).

(c) An inspection will be made by the Board for approval of required equipment, textbooks, and theory

tests.

(d) An interview will be conducted with the instructor and the proposed apprentice to assure that both

parties fully understand the apprenticeship program.

(e) When all requirements are met, an equipment affidavit will be signed by the inspector and the

(5) Other Establishment equipment as shall be required for course of training.

(g) Textbooks must be approved by the Board that adequately cover the prescribed curricula and

prepares students for State Board testing. Other textbooks and reference material may be used to

enhance the apprentice course.

(h) Entrance requirements for apprentice training:

(1) Apprenticeship must be approved by the Board before apprentice attends class.

(2) Apprentice must be at least sixteen (16) years of age.

(3) Apprentice must show proof of at least 8

grade education or equivalency (8

grade diploma

or transcript). The Board may accept a statement from a school official who states, upon

interview with applicant, that applicant has the equivalency of at least 8

grade potential and

approved for courses of review when required for expired license.

(k) The instructor shall not charge the apprentice for training. The instructor may charge for services

rendered by the apprentice while in apprentice training.

(l) If the apprentice performs extra-curricular work for the shop owner for compensation, the work

shall in no way interfere with the eight (8) hours per day of training for an apprentice.

(m) The instructor shall instruct the apprentice in all subjects as outlined in the curricula prescribed by

the Board to be taught in a school. The instructor shall give the apprentice weekly tests and a final

examination in both the practical skills and theory work.

(n) Apprenticeship training shall be under the direct supervision of the approved licensed instructor at

all times.

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(2) Manicurist/Nail Technician - 1200 hours

(3) Facial/Esthetics - 1200 hours

(4) Cosmetician - 1200 hours

(5) Barber – 3000 hours

(b) An apprentice who transfers to a school shall be given 50% credit of the hours completed as an

apprentice.

175:10-9-4. Apprentice badge and uniform

(a) An apprentice shall wear a lab coat and an apprentice badge at all times. The badge shall be issued

by the Board and shall identify apprentice as a trainee.

(b) Apprentice registration receipt shall be posted at all times.

175:10-9-5. Practical practice and attendance records

(a) Each apprentice shall maintain a record of each practical practice he performs during training on a

form approved by the Board. The instructor shall initial each practice immediately after each is

performed by the apprentice.

(b) Attendance reports shall be completed by both the instructor and the apprentice and maintained in

175:10-9-7. Completion of training; examination application and issuance of work permit

(a) At the completion of training, the instructor shall immediately submit the affidavit of hours

completed.

(b) Upon Board receipt of affidavit of hours, a registration for examination form is mailed to the

instructor for the apprentice. The examination registration requires completion by both the instructor

and apprentice and must be immediately submitted to the Board. The Board shall issue a permit to

work which shall be posted at work/styling station with current photo attached.

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(a) The examination application shall be completed to include the School Affidavit of completion of

hours and the examination fee.

(b) The Board shall conduct examinations for license at such times as the Board shall consider

necessary to reasonably accommodate applicants for the examination.

(c) Each applicant shall be required to take both written and practical portion of the State Board

examination.

(d) The written exam will test general knowledge. Textbooks approved by the Board will contain the

(g) Minimum passing grades, on each portion of the examination, are as follows:

(1) Cosmetology - 75%

(2) Master Instructor – 75%

(3) Manicurist - 75%

(4) Esthetician - 75%

(5) Cosmetician - 75%

(6) Barber – 75%

(7) Manicurist/Nail Technician Instructor – 75%

(8) Facial/Esthetics Instructor – 75%

(9) Master Barber Instructor 75%

care professional qualified to diagnose the disability.

(j) Instructor license examination candidate declaring a disability shall be provided a distraction free

space, test schedule variation and/or extended time to complete the test.

(k) State Board examination grades/scores will be provided to schools at least twice a year. The reports

will be provided more frequently only as time and staff allows.

175:10-9-26. Pre-registration for Board examination

(a) Except in emergency circumstances, examination pre-registration will be recognized by the Board

only as follows:

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(2) May of each year shall be considered the “school year end” for any pre-registration

application for examination, therefore, April, May and June pre-registration eligibility is

established.

(3) A work permit shall not be issued to an applicant who is pre-registered before completion of

training.

(4) School is required to submit School Affidavit immediately upon final completion of hours in

order that the Board may issue a license.

An applicant may be issued a permit to work in a licensed Establishment, under the direct

supervision of an appropriately licensed individual, upon registration for the examination and course

completion. The Board shall not issue a permit to work to an applicant who is pre-registered before

course completion. An applicant registering for an instructor examination may be issued a permit to

work in a licensed school or college, under the direct supervision of an appropriately licensed

individual, upon registration for the examination and course completion. The Board shall not issue a

permit to work to an instructor applicant who is pre-registered before course completion.

(b) School shall notify Board when Instructor student resumes training.

175:10-9-30. Failure to apply for license upon passing examination

(a) When an applicant is notified by the Board of passing the examination, application for license must

be made within thirty (30) days. Previously issued work permit becomes void thirty (30) days from

date of notice.

(b) Applicant may continue to work under the student work permit until a license is issued if

application for license is made within thirty (30) days of notice to apply.