HB 87
An Act amending the act of May 3, 1933 (P.L.242, No.86), referred to as the Cosmetology Law, further providing for eligibility requirements for examination and for apprentices in cosmetology salons.
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Bill overview
This bill amends the Pennsylvania Cosmetology Law to clarify the requirements for apprentices in cosmetology salons. It establishes that a cosmetologist salon owner who is at least 23 years old, a high school graduate, and has at least ten years of experience as a licensed cosmetologist, or holds a teacher’s license, can instruct apprentices. The law also specifies that salons must have a minimum of two licensed cosmetologists and no more than two apprentices, and teachers must report apprenticeship hours to the board.
Key provisions
- Cosmetology salon owners with specific experience or licenses can instruct apprentices.
- Salons must maintain a minimum of two licensed cosmetologists and a maximum of two apprentices.
- Apprentices must have at least ten years of experience as a licensed cosmetologist or hold a teacher's license.
- Teachers instructing apprentices must report hours to the board quarterly.
- Apprentices can apply for examination after completing their apprenticeship.
- Upon completion, apprentices may receive a temporary permit to practice cosmetology.
- Salon owners can hire cosmetology teachers to instruct apprentices.
Who is affected
- Cosmetology salon owners
- Licensed cosmetologists
- Cosmetology apprentices
- The Board of Cosmetology
- Individuals seeking cosmetology licenses
Notable changes
- Specifies eligibility requirements for salon owners instructing apprentices.
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Cosponsors
G. Roni Green
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