- Introduced -

SB 149 - The act creates a new license classification for cosmetologists to be known as Class CB - braider. Braiders are required to take a course of study of at least 650 hours, or complete 1300 hours as an apprentice under the supervision of a licensed cosmetologist. The act also provides that schools of cosmetology must offer a course of study for 650 hours or the credit hours determined by the formula in Subpart A of Part 668 of Section 668.8 of Title 34 of the Code of Federal Regulations, as amended. A minimum of 100 hours of classroom training must be completed by the student before performing any acts of hair braiding on a patron or customer of a cosmetology school.

JIM ERTLE