TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.100 FEES
Section 1175.100 Fees
a) Licensure fees for cosmetologists, barbers, estheticians, hair
braiders, nail technicians, cosmetology teachers, cosmetology clinic teachers,
barber teachers, esthetics teachers, hair braiding teachers, and nail
technology teachers are:
1) License. The fee for a license is $30 and is to be submitted
with the application.
2) Examination. Applicants for any examination shall be required
to pay, either to the Division or to the designated testing service, a fee
covering the cost of providing the examination.
3) Licensure by Acceptance of Examination. The fee for an
application to accept an examination is $30 and is to be submitted with the
application.
4) Renewal. The fee for renewal of a license shall be calculated
at the rate of $25 per year.
5) Restoration. The fee for restoration of a license is $50 plus
payment of all lapsed renewal fees not to exceed $200.
6) Restoration from Inactive Status. The fee for restoration of a
license from inactive status is the current renewal fee.
7) Endorsement. The fee for a license for a cosmetologist,
barber, esthetician, hair braider, nail technician, cosmetology teacher, barber
teacher, esthetics teacher, hair braiding teacher, or nail technology teacher
licensed under the laws of another jurisdiction is $45.
b) Licensure fees for cosmetology schools, barber schools, esthetics
schools, hair braiding schools or nail technology schools are:
1) License. The fee for a license is $450 plus the cost of
inspection ($50).
2) Change of Ownership. The fee for a license resulting from a
change of ownership is $150 plus the cost of inspection ($50).
3) Change of Location. The fee for a license resulting from a
change of location is $150 plus the cost of inspection ($50).
4) Change of Name. The fee for a license resulting from a change
of name is $20.
5) Renewal. The fee for renewal of a license shall be calculated
at $100 per year.
6) Expansion. The fee for on-site and off-site expansion is $50.
7) Cosmetology School Approval to Teach Esthetics. The fee for
approval to upgrade to teach esthetics shall be the cost of the inspection
($50).
8) Cosmetology School Approval to Teach Nail Technology. The fee
for approval to upgrade to teach nail technology shall be the cost of the
inspection ($50).
9) Cosmetology
School Approval to Teach Hair Braiding. The fee for approval to upgrade to
teach hair braiding shall be the cost of the inspection ($50).
10) Cosmetology
School Approval to Teach Barbering. The fee for approval to upgrade to teach
barbering shall be the cost of the inspection ($50).
c) Salon Fees
1) Registration. The fee for registration of a barber shop or
cosmetology, nail technician, hair braiding or esthetics salon (salon) is $40.
2) Change of Name. The fee for changing the name or address of a
registered barber shop or salon is $20.
3) Renewal. The fee for renewal of a registration for a barber
shop or salon is calculated at $20 per year.
4) Reissuance Reprint. The fee for reissuance of a registration
with a change of name is $20.
5) Restoration. The fee for restoration of a registration for a
barber shop or salon is $40.
d) Sponsor Fees
1) Registration. The fee for registration as a continuing
education (CE) sponsor shall be $200.
2) Renewal. The fee for renewal as a CE sponsor shall be $100
every two years. If a sponsor allows the registration to lapse, he/she will be
required to submit $250 to restore the registration.
3) Registration. The fee for registration as a domestic violence
and sexual assault awareness education sponsor shall be $100.
4) Renewal. The fee for renewal as a domestic violence and
sexual assault awareness education sponsor shall be $50 every two years. If a
sponsor allows the registration to lapse, he/she will be required to submit
$100 to restore the registration.
5) State agencies, community colleges and State universities in
Illinois who are approved as CE sponsors shall be exempt from registration and
renewal fees.
e) General Fees
1) Change of Name or Address. The fee for issuance of a license
with a change of name or address other than during the renewal period is $20.
2) Certification of Record. The fee for certification of a
licensee's record for any purpose is $20.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159,
effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.105 ENGLISH TRANSLATIONS
Section 1175.105 English
Translations
Any document submitted to the Division,
in accordance with the Act and this Part, in a foreign language must be
accompanied by an original, notarized English translation. The translator must
be fluent in both English and the foreign language and must certify to the
accuracy of the translation.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.110 GRANTING VARIANCES
Section 1175.110 Granting
Variances
The Director may grant variances from this Part in
individual cases when he/she finds that:
a) The provision from which the variance is granted is not
statutorily mandated;
b) No party will be substantially injured by granting the
variance; and
c) The rule from which the variance is granted would, in the
particular case, be unreasonable or unnecessarily burdensome.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.115 SANITARY STANDARDS
Section 1175.115 Sanitary
Standards
The sanitary standards set forth
in this Section shall be followed by all licensees as appropriate to their
practice. Failure to comply with these standards shall be considered
unprofessional conduct and may be determined to be a violation pursuant to Section
4-7 of the Act.
a) Definitions
1) "Clean" means free of soil, dust, contaminants or
impurities, or recently laundered and unused, or the removal of soil, dust,
etc., by washing, sweeping, clearing away, or any other appropriate method
2) "Disinfect" means the use of a chemical agent that
eliminates harmful bacteria, fungi and viruses on surfaces.
3) "Disinfectant" means a chemical agent that
eliminates harmful bacteria, fungi and viruses.
4) "Hospital
Grade Disinfectant" means a disinfectant that is registered with the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as a hospital-level disinfectant and that
performs the functions of bactericides (kill harmful bacteria), virucides (kill
pathogenic viruses), and fungicides (destroy fungus).
b) Sanitary Requirements
1) Adequate disinfecting or sterilizing equipment shall be
maintained for the number of licensees, usage requirements, and volume of
business.
2) All disinfecting agents shall be kept at adequate strengths to
maintain effectiveness, be free of residue and be available for immediate use
at all times the salon or shop is open for business.
3) All tools, implements and items that come in direct contact
with a client shall be cleaned and disinfected or disposed of after use on each
client.
4) All non-disposable manicure tools and implements shall be cleaned
and disinfected with a hospital grade disinfectant after use on each client.
5) All items designed to be disposed of after a single use, such
as orangewood sticks, cotton, gauze, neck strips, nail wipes, tissues, sponges,
paper towels, wooden applicators and spatulas, emery boards or porous nail
files, buffer blocks, pumice stones, sanding bands or sleeves and disposable
nail bits shall be disposed of after each use.
6) New and/or disinfected and cleaned tools shall be stored
separately from all others.
7) Manicure tables, work stations and facial chairs shall be cleaned
and disinfected with a hospital grade disinfectant before and after serving
each client.
8) Head rests of any chair shall be protected with a disposable
cover and changed after each use, or a clean washable towel may also be used.
9) Items subject to cross-contamination by re-dipping into a
multi-use container, such as creams, cosmetics, astringents, lotions, removers,
waxes, moisturizers, masks and oils used within a field of practice, shall be dispensed
from containers to prevent contamination of the unused portion. Any product
that becomes contaminated shall be discarded after use on that particular
client.
10) Paraffin
wax must be used in a manner that prevents contamination of wax remaining in
the paraffin bath or container, such as application with a single use or
sanitized spatula or applicator or disposal of any used wax. Paraffin must be
covered when not in use and maintained at a temperature specified by the
manufacturer's instructions.
11) All
articles that come in direct contact with the client's skin that cannot be
cleaned or disinfected shall be disposed of immediately after use.
12) All clean towels
shall be kept in a closed or covered space.
13) All clean or disposable esthetics sheets, gowns and head
coverings shall be kept in a closed or covered space.
14) Licensees shall observe and follow thorough hand washing with
soap and water or any equally effective cleansing solution or waterless hand
sanitizer before and after serving each client.
15) Licensees shall ensure that each client's hands or feet are
washed with soap and water or waterless hand sanitizer prior to performing any
manicuring or pedicuring services.
16) The use of nail products or the distribution of nail products
containing monomer Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) is prohibited.
17) Clean towels shall
be used for each client.
18) Clean
or disposable esthetics sheets, gowns and head coverings shall be used for each
client.
19) A neck strip or towel shall be placed around the client's
neck and changed after each use to prevent direct contact between a common use
hair cloth or cape and the client's skin.
20) Hair clippings shall not be allowed to accumulate and shall
be disposed of in a covered container.
21) Floor surfaces shall
be kept clean, orderly and in good repair.
22) Storage
drawers for clean tools and implements shall be clean, free of hair and used
only for clean tools and implements.
23) All
soiled towels shall be kept in a covered container. Containers shall be large
and sturdy enough to store soiled items, towels or linens after use.
24) Shampoo
bowls and sinks shall be clean and free of hair and residue after each use.
25) Equipment,
mirrors, lights and similar closures, furnishings, attached equipment,
decorative materials and fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair.
26) Walls,
doors, windows and ceilings shall be clean and free of excessive spots, mildew,
condensation or peeling paint.
27) Storage cabinets,
work stations and vanities shall be kept clean.
28) Roller-storage
receptacles and contents shall be clean and free of hair and residue.
29) Outer surfaces of
waste disposal containers shall be kept clean.
30) All
salons and shops shall provide adequate ventilation as required by the city,
county or municipality to keep them free of excessive heat, steam,
condensation, vapors, obnoxious odors, smoke and fumes.
31) All
salons and shops shall provide a safe and adequate supply of continuous hot and
cold running water from an approved source (see Illinois Plumbing Code (77 Ill.
Adm. Code 890)). Sinks located in the restroom do not qualify as a water
source.
32) Licensees
shall have immediate access to a supply of hot and cold running water.
33) No
owner or manager of a salon or shop shall knowingly permit any person suffering
from a serious communicable disease, as defined in 77 Ill. Adm. Code 690, to
work on the premises.
34) No
licensee shall be required or permitted to massage any surface of the skin or
scalp where the skin is inflamed or where a skin infection or eruption is
present.
35) No
licensee shall be required or permitted to work upon a person suffering from a
serious communicable disease, as defined in 77 Ill. Adm. Code 690.
36) Pets
or other animals shall not be permitted in a salon or shop at any time. This
prohibition does not apply to an animal assistant for the physically impaired.
c) Pedicure
Equipment Cleaning and Disinfecting Procedures
The following procedures, as
developed by the International Nail Technicians Association, shall be followed
for all pedicure equipment, such as whirlpool pedicure foot spas,
self-contained foot basins, sinks and pedicure bowls:
1) After
each client:
A) Drain
all water from the foot spa, pedicure basin or bowl;
B) Clean
the interior surfaces and walls of the foot spas or basin with soap or
detergent to remove all visible debris; rinse with clean, clear water;
C) Disinfect
by spraying the interior surface of the foot basin or bowl with either an
EPA-registered disinfectant (demonstrated bactericidal, fungicidal, and
virucidal activity used according to manufacturer's instructions) or 10% bleach
solution; and
D) Wipe
dry.
2) At
the end of every day, after the last client:
A) Perform
the procedures of subsection (c)(1);
B) Remove
the screen from whirlpool basin. All debris trapped behind the screen of each
foot spa shall be removed with a brush and soap or detergent; then the screen
and the inlet shall be cleaned to remove all visible debris with soap or
detergent and water;
C) Before
replacing the screen, totally immerse the screen in either an EPA-registered
disinfectant or 10% bleach solution;
D) Fill
the basin with warm water and low-sudsing soap, turn the system on and flush
the spa system for 5 minutes, then rinse and drain.
3) Once
every week:
A) Repeat
the procedures of subsection (c)(2); then fill the foot spa or basin with cold water
and one tablespoon of 5.25% liquid household bleach (or the equivalent) for
each one gallon of water based on the capacity of unit;
B) Turn
unit on and circulate the bleach solution through the system for 5 to 10
minutes; turn unit off;
C) Let
the bleach solution sit in the spa or pedicure basin overnight (at least 6-10
hours);
D) The
following morning, and before the first client, drain bleach solution;
E) Fill
the basin with clean water, turn the system on and flush the system with clean water
and drain.
4) Logs:
Make a record of the date and time
of the weekly cleaning and disinfecting. The record for the last 90 days shall
be readily accessible and available upon client or inspector request. Separate
logs for weekly and daily procedures are needed but may be kept in the same
document log.
d) Devices/Equipment
1) All
manual or mechanical devices and equipment used in the practice of barbering,
cosmetology, esthetics, hair braiding or nail technology must meet all
"product registration requirements" imposed by any federal, State,
county or local authority.
2) All
manual or mechanical devices or equipment used in the practice of barbering,
cosmetology, esthetics, hair braiding or nail technology must be used in
accordance with the "product safety requirements” imposed by any federal, State,
county or local authority.
3) Each
licensee must verify, maintain, or be able to access documentation related to
any device classified by the FDA that is used in the practice of barbering,
cosmetology, esthetics, hair braiding or nail technology.
4) Licensees
may not use any manual or mechanical device or equipment unless the use is part
of the delivery of services within the licensee's scope of practice and is
consistent with the manufacturer's intended use of the device and with client
health and safety.
e) Compliance with All
Applicable Regulations
Owners or managers of a salon or
shop and licensees shall observe and be subject to all Illinois Department of
Public Health, as well as other city, county and State, regulations pertaining
to public health and safety. Compliance with building, State fire, plumbing,
and electrical regulations is also required.
(Source: Amended at 38 Ill. Reg. 21098,
effective November 7, 2014)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.120 DISHONORABLE, UNETHICAL OR UNPROFESSIONAL CONDUCT
Section 1175.120
Dishonorable, Unethical or Unprofessional Conduct
The Division may suspend or
revoke a license, refuse to issue or renew a license, or take other
disciplinary action based upon its findings of dishonorable, unethical or
unprofessional conduct (see Section 410/4-7(a)(1)q of the Act), which is
interpreted to include, but is not limited to, the following acts or practices:
a) Engaging in conduct likely to deceive, defraud or harm the
public, or demonstrating a willful disregard for the health, welfare or safety
of a client or student. Actual injury need not be established;
b) Practicing or offering to practice beyond the scope permitted
by law, or accepting and performing professional responsibilities that the
licensee knows or has reason to know that he/she is not competent to perform;
c) Using products and chemicals that have not been approved by
the United States Food and Drug Administration or utilizing those products or
substances in a manner that is contrary to the manufacturer indication for use,
e.g. using hair dye meant for hair on the scalp for dyeing eyebrows;
d) Violating labor laws in the practice of the profession under this
Act, or using persons to provide services in a manner that constitutes
involuntary labor and other forms of servitude to repay debts, or engaging in
sex trafficking in which a commercial sex act is induced by force, fraud or
coercion or in which the person induced to perform the sex act has not attained
18 years of age;
e) Engaging in conduct that is a departure from or failure to
conform to the standards of practice. Actual injury to a client need not be
established;
f) Demonstrating actual or potential inability to practice with
reasonable skill, safety or judgment:
1) by reason of illness, use of alcohol, drugs, chemicals or any
other material; or
2) as a result of any mental or physical condition;
g) Committing gross negligence or multiple acts of negligence in
practice. The Department may take into account relevant factors and practices,
including but not limited to the standard of practice generally and currently
followed and accepted by persons licensed to practice the profession in this State,
and the current accepted teachings among licensed schools;
h) Engaging in deception regarding licensure; for example, the
licensee or applicant:
1) assisted in examination fraud or cheating or other misconduct
or subversion of the examination;
2) allowed a license to be used by another person;
3) allowed the license to be displayed to the public when the
license has expired, is inactive, or has been revoked or suspended;
4) provided or assisted in the provision of credentials to a
person who has not earned the credential in compliance with the Act, for
example, selling transcripts or CE certificates to a person who did not attend
or receive the training as the document asserts or providing unearned
transcripts to family members or friends; or
5) produced or facilitated the production of forged or falsified
licenses, transcripts, credentials or certificates to the Department.
i) Obtaining products and chemicals for sale to licensees and
conveying that material to another, or allowing an unlicensed person to use the
licensee's credential to obtain material that is not for sale to the public in
the quantity or formulation sold only to licensees, e.g., conveying acetone,
hydrochloric acid, or ammonia to unlicensed persons or those who use the
product or substances in the manufacture of other chemicals or illegal
substances;
j) Engaging in fraud or material deception in the course of
professional services or activities, including advertising services or goods,
in a false or misleading manner;
k) Failing to cooperate with the Department, which includes but
is not limited to the following in regard to the licensee's practice or
applicant's conduct or credentials:
1) Refusing to permit or interfering with an inspection authorized
under the Act;
2) Failing to respond fully and truthfully to a question or
request for information from the Department;
3) Failing to provide information or documents to the Board
within the time specified by the Board;
4) Failing to appear and provide information at an interview
requested by the Department;
5) Deceiving or attempting to deceive the Department regarding
any matter related to the licensee's or applicant's practice, including but not
limited to altering or destroying any record or document;
6) Failing to comply with the terms, conditions and
recommendations of a Non-Disciplinary Order or Non-Disciplinary Consent Order
issued by the Department; or
7) Interfering with or using threats or harassment to delay or
obstruct any person in providing information or evidence to the Department in
any matter, investigation, contested case proceeding, or other legal action
instituted by the Department;
l) Engaging in fraud or misconduct or misrepresentations
regarding student financial aid;
m) Failing to comply with an Order, Consent Order or other Order
or Subpoena of the Department or another licensing authority or another
authority having jurisdiction over the practice of the profession, or
surrendering licensure to any other licensing or regulatory authority having
jurisdiction over the licensee or applicant in the same occupation or related
professions while an investigation or inquiry into allegations of
unprofessional or unlawful conduct is in progress or after a charging document
has been filed against the applicant or licensee alleging unprofessional or
unlawful conduct;
n) Engaging in conduct that constitutes the offer to sell, sale
or provision of controlled substances or illegal substances or sex acts in, or
in areas adjacent to, the location where professional services are provided;
o) Engaging in any act of sexual misconduct involving a client,
including but not limited to any nonconsensual acts or statements of a sexual
nature that do not contribute to an appropriate licensee-client relationship or
the professional provision of services; or
p) Engaging in any act involving moral turpitude, including but
not limited to fraud, deceit, dishonesty or illegal activity undertaken for
personal gain.
(Source: Added at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.125 CITATIONS
Section 1175.125 Citations
a) The Division may issue citations to licensees and registrants
or to unlicensed or unregistered persons or entities for the following
violations of the Act:
1) Unlicensed
practice;
2) Practice
on an expired license;
3) Failure
to register a salon or shop;
4) Operating
a salon or shop on an expired registration;
5) Aiding
and abetting unlicensed practice;
6) Failure
to display a license as required by the Act; and
7) Failure to comply with sanitary rules (Section 1175.115).
b) A nondisciplinary fee shall be assessed for a first citation
for any one of the violations listed in subsection (a) in the amount of $100,
with the exception that the fine (disciplinary) for a violation of subsection
(a)(5) shall be $200. If there are multiple violations cited, the Division may
assess a nondisciplinary fee or a fine, as applicable, in these amounts per
violation.
c) The fine to be assessed for a second citation issued within 12
months after the first citation for the same violation for any one of the
violations listed in subsection (a) shall be $250, with the exception of the
violation listed in subsection (a)(5), which shall be $500. If there are
multiple violations cited, the Division may assess a fine in these amounts per
violation.
d) Payment of the nondisciplinary fee or the fine does not
absolve the person or entity cited from the responsibility to correct the violation.
A continuing or repeated violation may subject the person or entity cited to a
further citation or to disciplinary action as authorized by the Act and this
Part.
e) Failure to timely satisfy the nondisciplinary fee or the fine
assessed may result in disciplinary action for the violations noted.
(Source: Added
at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.150 DEFINITIONS
Section 1175.150 Definitions
"Act"
means the Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Hair Braiding, and Nail Technology
Act of 1985 [225 ILCS 410].
"Approved
Education Credentialing Evaluation Service" means a credential evaluation
services company that was an accredited member of the National Association of
Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International
Credentials Evaluators (AICE) on the date that the evaluation was completed.
"Board"
means the Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Hair Braiding, and Nail Technology
Board.
"Department"
means the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
"Director"
means the Director of the Division of Professional Regulation, with the
authority delegated by the Secretary.
"Division"
means the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation-Division
of Professional Regulation.
"Licensee"
means a licensee under the Act.
"Private
School" means any educational institution not meeting the definition of public
school that conducts a cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, hair braiding or nail
technology program.
"Public
School" means a public high school, a community college, public
university, or any other institution operated by a governmental body or agency
that conducts a cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, hair braiding or nail
technology program.
(Source: Added at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159,
effective August 10, 2018)
ADMINISTRATIVE CODE TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175 THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING, AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.175 APPLICANT AND LICENSEE ADDRESS OF RECORD AND EMAIL ADDRESS OF RECORD
Section 1175.175 Applicant
and Licensee Address of Record and Email Address of Record
Pursuant to Section 2105-7 of the Civil Administrative Code
of Illinois [20 ILCS 2105], all applicants and licensees shall:
a) provide a valid address and email address to the Department,
which shall serve as the address of record and email address of record,
respectively, at the time of application for licensure or renewal of a license;
and
b) inform the Department of any change of address of record or
email address of record within 14 days after any changes, either through the
Department's website or by contacting the Department's licensure maintenance
unit.
(Source: Added at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.200 EXAMINATION BARBER
Section 1175.200 Examination
– Barber
a) Eligibility. Each applicant must meet the following
requirements, pursuant to Section 2-2 or 2-3 of the Act, prior to filing an
application for the barber examination.
1) Be
at least 16 years of age;
2) Be a high school graduate or its equivalent or beyond the age
of compulsory school attendance;
3) Either:
A) Pursuant to Section 2-2 of the Act, graduate from a barber
school approved by the Division that meets the requirements set forth in
Subpart C; or
B) Pursuant to Section 2-3 of the Act, graduate from a cosmetology
school approved by the Division that meets the requirements set forth in
Subpart E.
b) Application. Each applicant shall file an application for
examination, on forms provided by the Division. The application shall include:
1) An official transcript showing successful completion of the
required training outlined in Section 2-2(c) and 2-3(c) and (d) of the Act and
a passing grade on the final examination administered by the school as set
forth in Section 1175.340;
2) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100;
3) Official transcripts showing successful completion of remedial
training when required by Section 2-7 of the Act or Section 1175.210;
4) Proof of any name change (i.e., marriage license, divorce
decree, affidavit, or court order) if the applicant's name is other than that
shown on submitted documents;
5) If licensed as a barber in another state, a certification of
licensure from the state of original licensure and from the state of current
licensure or most recent practice; and
6) All applicants shall submit the required examination fee to
the Department's testing service.
c) Examination. Each applicant shall take and pass the barber
examination as required in Section 1175.210.
d) An applicant's training received from a barber school or
similar institution located in another state, other jurisdiction of the United States,
or foreign jurisdiction must substantially comply with the requirements set
forth in Subpart C. An applicant seeking credit for training or licensure in a
foreign country must provide educational training credentials and transcripts
and/or evidence of licensure to determine if the applicant's program
substantially complies with the requirements set forth in Subparts B and C. The
Board may, as a means of assisting it in the review of foreign country training
or licensure, require an applicant to submit his/her educational training
credentials and transcripts and/or evidence of licensure to an approved
education credentialing evaluation service or similar service approved by the Board
for evaluation at the cost to the applicant. The Board may also require additional
coursework or a 250-hour barber refresher course from a school licensed by the
Division as set forth in Section 1175.331. The Board may also require an
applicant to appear for an interview before the Board or to provide additional
information to assist the Board in its evaluation of the applicant's training.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.205 LICENSURE BY EXAMINATION BARBER TEACHER
Section 1175.205 Licensure
by Examination – Barber Teacher
a) Eligibility. Each applicant must meet the following requirements
pursuant to Section 2-4(a), (b), (c) and (d) of the Act prior to filing an
application for the barber teacher examination.
1) Be at least 18 years of age;
2) Be a high school graduate or its equivalent;
3) Hold a license in good standing as a barber or cosmetologist;
4) Either:
A) Complete a program of 500 hours of barber teacher training in
an approved barber school and 3 years of practical experience as a licensed
barber within 5 years preceding the application; or
B) Complete a program of 1000 hours of barber teacher training in
an approved barber school.
b) Application. Each applicant shall file an application, on
forms provided by the Division. The application shall include:
1) Either:
A) In the case of a barber teacher training graduate, pursuant to
Section 2-4(d)(1) of the Act:
i) An official transcript from an approved barber school showing
successful completion of a program of 500 hours of barber teacher training as
set forth in Section 1175.335; and
ii) 2 employment verification forms showing at least 3 years of
practical experience as a licensed barber within the last 5 years.
B) In the case of a barber teacher training graduate, pursuant to
Section 2-4(d)(2) of the Act, an official transcript from an approved barber
school showing successful completion of a program of 1000 hours of barber
teaching training as set forth in Section 1175.335;
2) The applicant's Illinois barber license number;
3) If licensed as a barber teacher in another state, other
jurisdiction of the United States, or foreign jurisdiction, a certification of
licensure from the state or jurisdiction of original licensure and from the
state or jurisdiction of current licensure or most recent practice;
4) Proof of any name change (i.e., marriage license, divorce decree,
affidavit, or court order) if the applicant's name is other than that shown on
any document submitted; and
5) All applicants under this Section shall submit the required
examination fee to the Department's testing service.
c) Examination. Each applicant shall take and pass the barber
teacher examination as required in Section 1175.210.
d) An applicant's training received from a barber or cosmetology
school or similar institution located in another state, other jurisdiction of
the United States, or foreign jurisdiction must substantially comply with the
requirements set forth in Subpart C. An applicant seeking credit for training
or licensure in a foreign country must provide educational training credentials
and transcripts and/or evidence of licensure to determine if the applicant's
program substantially complies with the requirements set forth in Subparts B
and C. The Board may, as a means of assisting it in the review of foreign
country training or licensure, require an applicant to submit his/her
educational training credentials and transcripts and/or evidence of licensure
to an approved education credentialing evaluation service or similar service
approved by the Board for evaluation at the cost to the applicant. The Board
may also require additional coursework or a 250-hour barber refresher course
from a school licensed by the Division as set forth in Section 1175.331. The
Board may also require an applicant to appear for an interview before the Board
or to provide additional information to assist the Board in its evaluation of
the applicant's training.
e) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.206 LICENSURE BY ACCEPTANCE OF EXAMINATION - BARBER
Section 1175.206 Licensure
by Acceptance of Examination − Barber
a) Eligibility. If the applicant does not hold a license as a
barber or barber teacher in any jurisdiction of the United States but has
completed barber training and passed a barber licensing examination in that
jurisdiction substantially similar to the requirements of the Act and this
Part, the applicant shall apply for licensure under this Section.
b) Application. Each applicant shall file an application for
acceptance of examinations on forms provided by the Division. The application
shall include:
1) An official transcript from the school or program showing
successful completion of training;
2) Proof of passage of the licensing examination within 12 months
preceding the application; and
3) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
(Source: Added at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159,
effective August 10, 2018)
ADMINISTRATIVE CODE TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175 THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING, AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.207 LICENSURE BY ACCEPTANCE OF EXAMINATION - BARBER TEACHER
Section 1175.207 Licensure
by Acceptance of Examination − Barber Teacher
a) Eligibility. If the applicant has a barber license in any
jurisdiction of the United States, does not hold a barber teacher license in
any jurisdiction of the United States, and has completed teacher training and
passed a teacher examination in another jurisdiction of the United States other
than Illinois substantially similar to the requirements of the Act and this
Part, the applicant shall apply for licensure under this Section.
b) Application. Each applicant shall file an application for
acceptance of examination on forms provided by the Division. The application
shall include:
1) Proof of licensure as a barber in this or any other
jurisdiction of the United States;
2) Proof of 3 years of practical experience as a licensed barber
within 5 years preceding the application;
3) An official transcript from the school or program showing
successful completion of teacher training;
4) Proof of passage of a teacher licensing examination within 12
months preceding the application; and
5) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
(Source: Added at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159,
effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.210 EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS
Section 1175.210 Examination
Requirements
a) Examinations shall be administered by the Division or its
designated testing service for barbers and teachers of barbering.
b) The passing grade on each examination is 75 or another state's
passing grade.
c) Retakes
1) A barber applicant who fails to pass a third examination must
submit an official transcript from a licensed barber or cosmetology school
showing successful completion of a 100-hour refresher course (see Section
1175.331), or the 250-hour barber refresher course from a school licensed by
the Division as set forth in Section 1175.331, prior to taking the exam a
fourth time;
2) A barber teacher applicant who fails to pass a third
examination must submit an official transcript from a licensed barber or
cosmetology school showing successful completion of 80 hours of additional
study in teaching methodology and educational psychology prior to taking the
examination a fourth time;
3) The requirement for remedial training set forth in this
Section may be waived in whole or in part by the Division upon proof to the
Division that the applicant has demonstrated competence to again sit for the
examination. Pursuant to Section 2-7 of the Act, the Division shall consider
the following factors when waiving remedial training, including but not be
limited to: the percentage points by which the applicant failed the
examination, the number of times the applicant failed the examination, and
extenuating circumstances that explain the applicant's failure to pass the
examination;
4) For purposes of the examination retakes, the fourth attempt
shall count as the first;
5) An applicant shall make a written request for an examination
retake at least 45 days in advance of the examination date. The request must
include the required examination fee and official transcripts when further
study is required in accordance with subsections (b)(1), (2) and (3).
d) If an applicant has not submitted an application for licensure
within 12 months after taking and passing the examination, the applicant must
retake and pass the examination prior to being granted a license.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.215 APPLICATION FOR LICENSURE (REPEALED)
Section 1175.215 Application
for Licensure (Repealed)
(Source: Repealed at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.220 LICENSURE BY ENDORSEMENT
Section 1175.220 Licensure
by Endorsement
a) An applicant who is currently registered or licensed as a
barber in another state or jurisdiction of the United States and who is seeking
licensure in Illinois by endorsement shall file an application, on forms
provided by the Division, that includes:
1) An official certification of licensure from the state or
government board in the applicant's jurisdiction of original licensure and from
the state or government board in which the applicant is currently licensed and
practicing, if other than the original, stating the applicant's name, the
barber license number, the original issuance date and the expiration date. The
license issued must be the same or substantially similar to the barber license
issued by the Division;
2) Proof of any name change (i.e., marriage license, divorce
decree, affidavit or court order) if the applicant's name is other than that
shown on submitted documents; and
3) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
b) An applicant who is currently registered or licensed as a
barber teacher in another state or jurisdiction of the United States and who is
seeking licensure in Illinois by endorsement shall file an application, on
forms provided by the Division, that includes:
1) An official certification of licensure from the state or
government board in the applicant's jurisdiction of original licensure and from
the state or government board in which the applicant is currently licensed and
practicing, if other than the original, stating the applicant's name, the
barber teacher license number, the original issuance date and the expiration
date. The license issued must be the same or substantially similar to the
barber teacher license issued by the Division;
2) Proof of any name change (i.e., marriage license, divorce
decree, affidavit or court order) if the applicant's name is other than that
shown on submitted documents; and
3) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
c) An applicant who is currently registered or licensed as a
barber in a foreign country and who is seeking licensure as a barber in
Illinois by endorsement shall file an application, on forms provided by the Division,
that includes:
1) An official document from the government agency, board or
council in the applicant's original jurisdiction of practice stating the applicant's
name, the barber license number, the original issuance date, the expiration
date, a brief description of any licensure or exit examination taken to qualify
for the license, and the grades received. The license issued in a foreign
country and its requirements must be the same or substantially similar to the
barber license issued by the Division;
2) An official transcript from the school or schools attended by
the applicant showing the individual subject areas completed and the hours
completed by the applicant, with the school seal affixed, or an official
certification from the government agency, board or council showing the
individual subject areas completed and the hours completed by the applicant,
with the board, agency or council seal affixed. Educational training
credentials and transcripts and/or evidence of licensure obtained in a foreign
country must be submitted to determine if the applicant's program substantially
complies with the requirements set forth in Subparts B and C. The Board may,
as a means of assisting it in the review of foreign country training or
licensure, require an applicant to submit his/her educational training
credentials and transcripts and/or evidence of licensure to an approved
education credentialing evaluation service or similar service approved by the Board
for evaluation at the cost to the applicant. The scope of practice and
education requirements must be the same or substantially similar to the barber
license issued by the Division. The Board may require additional coursework or
a 250-hour barber refresher course from a school licensed by the Division as
set forth in Section 1175.331 or may require an applicant to pass the barber
examination. The Board may also require an applicant to appear for an interview
before the Board or to provide additional information to assist the Board in
its evaluation of the applicant's training;
3) Evidence that the applicant has practiced barbering in another
jurisdiction for at least 3 years after completing the requirements to qualify
for registration or licensure in that particular jurisdiction, but within 5
years preceding his/her application for endorsement. This evidence may be in
the form of affidavits from at least 3 clients, coworkers or business owners
who can verify the applicant's practice as a barber;
4) Proof of any name change (i.e., marriage license, divorce
decree, affidavit or court order) if the applicant's name is other than that
shown on submitted documents; and
5) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
d) An applicant who is currently registered or licensed as a
barber teacher in a foreign country and who is seeking licensure as a barber teacher
in Illinois by endorsement shall file an application, on forms provided by the Division,
that includes:
1) An official document from the government agency, board or
council in the applicant's original jurisdiction of practice stating the
applicant's name, the barber teacher license number, the original issuance
date, the expiration date, a brief description of any licensure or exit
examination taken to qualify for the license, and the grades received. The
license issued in a foreign country and its requirements must be the same or
substantially similar to the barber teacher license issued by the Division;
2) An official transcript from the school or schools attended by
the applicant showing the individual subject areas completed and the hours
completed by the applicant, with the school seal affixed, or an official
certification from the government agency, board or council showing the
individual subject areas completed and the hours completed by the applicant,
with the board, agency or council seal affixed. Educational training
credentials and transcripts and/or evidence of licensure obtained in a foreign
country shall be submitted to determine if the applicant's program
substantially complies with the requirements set forth in Subparts B and C. The
Board may, as a means of assisting it in the review of foreign country training
or licensure, require an applicant to submit his/her educational training
credentials and transcripts and/or evidence of licensure to an approved
education credentialing evaluation service or similar service approved by the Board
for evaluation at the cost to the applicant. The scope of practice and
education requirements must be the same or substantially similar to the barber teacher
license issued by the Division. The Board may require additional coursework or
a 250-hour barber refresher course from a school licensed by the Division as
set forth in Section 1175.331 or may require an applicant to pass the barber
and/or barber teacher examination. The Board may also require an applicant to
appear for an interview before the Board or to provide additional information
to assist the Board in its evaluation of the applicant's training;
3) Evidence that the applicant has practiced as a barber teacher
in another jurisdiction for at least 3 years after completing the requirements
to qualify for registration or licensure in that particular jurisdiction, but
within 5 years preceding his/her application for endorsement. This evidence
may be in the form of affidavits from at least 3 clients, coworkers, business
owners, students or school administrators who can verify the applicant's
practice as a barber teacher;
4) Proof of any name change (i.e., marriage license, divorce
decree, affidavit or court order) if the applicant’s name is other than that
shown on submitted documents; and
5) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
e) An applicant for licensure as a barber who is licensed in
another jurisdiction may be given 300 hours of educational credit for every 12-month
period during which he/she was lawfully employed as a barber. To obtain credit
for work experience, the applicant must submit verification of employment on
forms provided by the Division in support of the work experience from at least
three clients, coworkers or business owners. A certification of licensure from
the jurisdiction in which the lawful practice is claimed must also be
submitted.
f) An applicant applying for licensure as a barber or barber
teacher on the basis of endorsement who has previously failed the licensing
examination in Illinois shall not be approved for licensure on the basis of
endorsement unless and until he/she provides verification of successful
completion of a substantially equivalent licensure examination. The successful
completion of the substantially equivalent examination must occur after the
most recently failed examination attempt in Illinois. An applicant may be
required to appear before the Board to answer questions about any examination
taken by the applicant. The Board may recommend the completion of additional
education by an applicant prior to licensure.
(Source:
Amended at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.221 LICENSED COSMETOLOGIST OR COSMETOLOGY TEACHER SEEKING LICENSE AS BARBER
Section 1175.221 Licensed
Cosmetologist or Cosmetology Teacher Seeking License as Barber
A licensed cosmetologist or
cosmetology teacher may apply for licensure as a barber. Each applicant shall
file an application on forms provided by the Division that includes:
a) The
applicant's current cosmetologist or cosmetology teacher license number;
b) An official transcript showing successful completion of the supplemental
barber course (see Section 1175.332);
c) Proof of passage of the barber examination; and
d) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
(Source: Added at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159,
effective August 10, 2018)
ADMINISTRATIVE CODE TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175 THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING, AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.222 LICENSED COSMETOLOGY TEACHER SEEKING LICENSE AS BARBER TEACHER
Section 1175.222 Licensed
Cosmetology Teacher Seeking License as Barber Teacher
A licensed cosmetology teacher
may apply for licensure as a barber teacher. Each applicant shall file an
application on forms provided by the Division that includes:
a) The
applicant's current cosmetology teacher license number;
b) The applicant's current barber license number or an official
transcript showing successful completion of the supplemental barber course (see
Section 1175.332) or, in accordance with Section 2-12 of the Act, proof of
three (3) years of experience as a cosmetology teacher and an official
transcript showing successful completion of only the barber subjects in the
supplemental barber course that are not also required in the supplemental
cosmetology course (see Section 1175.441) and proof of passage of the barber
examination; and
c) The
required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
(Source:
Amended at 49 Ill. Reg. 12951, effective October 6, 2025)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.225 RENEWALS
Section 1175.225 Renewals
a) Barber, barber teacher and barber school licenses shall expire
on July 31 of each odd numbered year. The holder of a license may renew that
license during the month preceding its expiration date.
b) Applicants for renewal shall:
1) Return a completed renewal application; and
2) Submit the required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
c) It is the responsibility of each licensee to notify the Division
of any change of address. Failure to receive a renewal form from the Division
shall not constitute an excuse for failure to pay the renewal fee or to renew a
license.
d) Practicing or operating on a license that has expired shall be
considered unlicensed activity and shall be grounds for discipline pursuant to
Section 4-7 of the Act.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.230 RESTORATION BARBER
Section 1175.230 Restoration
– Barber
a) Application
for Restoration
1) A person applying for restoration of a license as a barber
that has been expired for less than 5 years shall submit an application on
forms provided by the Division and pay the required fee set forth in Section
1175.100.
2) If restoring after active military service, the applicant
shall submit a copy of the applicant's DD-214 and the current renewal fee.
b) A person applying for restoration of his/her license as a
barber that has been expired for 5 years or more shall submit an application on
forms provided by the Division along with either:
1) All
of the following:
A) Verification of employment as a barber in another jurisdiction for
at least 24 months within the 5 years preceding application for restoration
from at least 3 clients, coworkers or business owners;
B) Certification of licensure from the licensing authority in the
jurisdiction of employment stating that the existing practice was authorized;
C) A
completed Restoration Questionnaire; and
D) The
required fee set forth in Section 1175.100; or
2) A copy of the applicant's DD-214 and the current renewal fee,
if restoring from active military service.
c) An applicant for restoration under subsection (b) who is
unable to comply with one or both of subsections (b)(1)(A) and (B) shall submit
official transcripts showing successful completion of a 250-hour refresher
course from a licensed barber or cosmetology school or successful completion of
the examination set forth in Section 1175.210 within 2 years prior to or within
2 years after application for restoration. An applicant shall comply with the
remaining requirements of subsection (b).
d) If an applicant takes and fails the examination, the license
will not be restored until he/she has successfully completed the examination.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.235 RESTORATION BARBER TEACHER
Section 1175.235 Restoration
– Barber Teacher
a) A person applying for restoration of a license as a barber
teacher that has been expired for less than 5 years shall file an application,
on forms provided by the Division, and the required fee (see Section 1175.100).
If restoring after active military service, the applicant shall submit a copy
of the applicant's DD-214 and the current renewal fee.
b) A person applying for restoration of a license as a barber
teacher that has been expired for 5 years or more shall submit an application
on forms provided by the Division, along with either:
1) All of the following:
A) Verification of employment as a barber teacher in another
jurisdiction for at least 24 months within the 5 years preceding application
for restoration;
B) A certification of licensure from the licensing authority in
the jurisdiction of employment;
C) A
completed Restoration Questionnaire;
D) The
required fee set forth in Section 1175.100; or
2) A copy of the applicant's DD-214 and the current renewal fee,
if restoring from active military service.
c) An applicant for restoration under subsection (b) who is
unable to comply with one or both of subsections (b)(1)(A) and (B) shall submit
official transcripts showing successful completion of a 250-hour barber teacher
refresher course set forth in Section 1175.331 or successful completion of the
examination set forth in Section 1175.210 within 2 years prior to or within 2
years after applying for restoration of the license. An applicant shall comply
with the remaining requirements of subsection (b).
d) If an applicant takes and fails the examination, the license
will not be restored until he/she has passed the examination.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
SUBPART C: BARBER SCHOOL
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.300 SCHOOL LICENSURE APPLICATION PRIVATE SCHOOLS
Section 1175.300 School Licensure
Application – Private Schools
a) An applicant for a private barber school license shall submit
a completed application to the Division with the following information and
documentation:
1) A detailed 8½ x 11 inch floor plan that is:
A) drawn to scale;
B) shows dimensions;
C) has all areas labeled;
D) has all fixtures shown; and
E) demonstrates compliance with the requirements of Section
1175.305;
2) A copy of:
A) a lease showing at least a 1-year commitment to the use of the
school site, the address of the school site, the name of the lessor and the
name of the lessee; or
B) the certification of ownership of the proposed school site;
3) If the owner is a corporation, a filed copy of the Articles of
Incorporation; if the owner is a limited liability company, a filed copy of the
Articles of Organization; or if the owner is a partnership, a listing of all
partners and their current addresses;
4) If the owner will be conducting business under an assumed name
as described in the Assumed Business Name Act [805 ILCS 405], a copy of the
application to adopt an assumed name filed with the government office
responsible for approving the assumed name;
5) An official fire inspection report by the local fire
inspection authority within the last 6 months giving approval for use of the
site as a school;
6) A financial statement indicating sufficient current finances
exist to operate the school for at least 3 months. The Division will not
accept a bank statement as sufficient proof to meet this requirement. The
financial statement shall include reporting cash assets on hand and any
liabilities and shall be prepared by either a certified public accountant or a
person knowledgeable about the finances of the school. Any financial statement
submitted by a person who is not a certified public accountant must contain a
signed statement certifying under penalty of perjury that the information is
true and accurate based upon inspection of the financial records of the school;
7) A copy of the official enrollment agreement to be used by the
school, which shall be consistent with the requirements of Section 1175.310;
8) A listing of all teachers, including their teacher license
numbers, who will be in the school's employ;
9) A copy of the curricula that will be followed for each program
that meets the requirements of this Part;
10) A copy of the school's official transcript for each program
that complies with the requirements of this Part;
11) A Commitment Statement, as provided in the licensure
application packet, signed and dated by the school's chief administrative
officer; and
12) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
b) When the items required by subsection (a) have been received,
the Division shall inspect the school premises, prior to school approval, to
determine compliance with this Subpart. School operations shall not commence,
nor shall the school in any way solicit student enrollment, until the school
has received written notice of approval from the Division. Approval will be
granted if the requirements of this Subpart have been met.
c) Barber schools shall only offer instruction in barbering and
barber teacher education.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.301 SCHOOL LICENSURE APPLICATION PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Section 1175.301 School Licensure
Application – Public Schools
a) An applicant for a public barber school license shall submit a
completed application to the Division with the following information and
documentation:
1) A detailed 8½ x 11 inch floor plan that is:
A) drawn
to scale;
B) shows
dimensions;
C) has
all areas labeled;
D) has
all fixtures shown; and
E) demonstrates compliance with the requirements of Section
1175.305;
2) A listing of all teachers, including their teacher license
numbers, who will be in the school's employ;
3) A copy of the curricula that will be followed for each program
that meets the requirements of this Part;
4) A copy of the school's official transcript for each program
that meets the requirements of this Part;
5) A Commitment Statement, as provided in the licensure
application packet, signed and dated by the school's chief administrative
officer; and
6) The
required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
b) When the items required by subsection (a) have been received,
the Division shall inspect the school premises, prior to school approval, to
determine compliance with Subpart C. School operations may not commence, nor
shall the school in any way solicit student enrollment, until the school has
received written notice of approval from the Division. Approval will be
granted if all of the requirements of this Subpart have been met.
c) Barber schools shall only offer instruction in barbering and
barber teacher education.
(Source: Added at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175 THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING, AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.305 PHYSICAL SITE REQUIREMENTS
Section 1175.305 Physical
Site Requirements
a) Space Requirements
1) A school shall have a minimum of 500 square feet of work space
or 40 square feet of work space for each student, or a maximum of 25 students,
whichever is greater. An additional 30 square feet of work space is required
for each additional student if attendance exceeds 25 at any given time.
2) Work space shall include dispensary and laboratory area. Work
space shall not include classrooms, rest rooms, halls, checkrooms, conference
rooms, storage space or other areas or facilities for school administration.
3) Two restrooms shall be provided.
4) Separate cloak space shall be provided for the public.
5) A public waiting area must be provided.
6) Schools shall provide a student lounge area, which shall be
separated from the work area, and sufficient space for each student to keep
school related and personal items.
7) All areas of the school shall be ventilated and lighted.
b) Equipment Requirements – All equipment shall be in working
condition and sufficient for the number of students enrolled. Minimum
requirements for school equipment are:
1) An entrance sign designating the name of the school.
2) A school seal.
3) A time clock or other equipment necessary for verification of
attendance and hours earned.
4) Four shampoo chairs and 4 shampoo bowls with adequate hot and
cold running water.
5) Clinic stations shall have at least 3 feet per student in the
class, including electrical outlets, mirror space and either a barber chair or
styling chair. One wet sanitizer shall be provided for each 10 clinic stations.
6) A chair for each student in the classroom and, when
appropriate, sufficient desk or table space.
7) Adequate covered disposal cans placed at convenient locations.
8) At least one covered container for soiled towels in each work
space.
9) Closed or covered space equipped for storing towels and having
sufficient storage space for 10 dozen towels per 20 students in the clinical
work area.
10) One bearded mannequin for each student in attendance.
11) One straight razor and strop for each student and a lather
machine for every two students.
c) Sanitary Regulations
1) Clean outer garments must be worn at all times. No open toed
shoes shall be worn by students.
2) All instruments shall be sanitized before and after use on
each patron.
3) Clean towels shall be used for each patron.
4) Shampoo bowls must be sanitized after each use.
5) Hands must be cleansed before and after serving each patron.
6) After each patron is served, combs and brushes must be
cleansed, then immersed in a disinfectant, then rinsed in water and dried.
Combs and brushes shall be kept in a closed or covered container or space apart
from appliances that have not been disinfected.
7) The head rests of any chair shall be protected with a
disposable cover or clean towel and changed after each patron.
8) Non-disposable head coverings must be laundered and sanitized
after each separate use.
9) All powders, lotions, creams, and other cosmetics shall be
kept in clean, closed containers. All cosmetics shall be applied by sanitary
applicators and removed from the container with a sanitary spatula.
10) No owner, manager, teacher, or school administrator shall
knowingly permit any person suffering from a serious communicable disease as
defined in 77 Ill. Adm. Code 690 to work on the premises, or knowingly permit a
student to serve a patron with a serious communicable disease.
11) No animals or pets, except animal assistants for the
physically impaired, shall be permitted on school premises.
12) The floors, walls and furniture shall be kept clean at all
times.
13) An adequate supply of hot and cold running water shall be
available for school operation.
d) Textbooks/Teaching Materials – Textbooks shall be provided for
each student in attendance.
e) Teachers – The student/teacher ratio shall not exceed a 25 to
1 ratio.
(Source: Amended at 38 Ill. Reg. 21098,
effective November 7, 2014)
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| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.310 ENROLLMENT AGREEMENTS AND REFUND POLICIES
Section 1175.310 Enrollment
Agreements and Refund Policies
a) All licensed private barber schools shall have enrollment
agreements that meet the requirements of Section 3B-12 of the Act. Licensed
public barber schools will be deemed to be in compliance with this provision if
these schools comply with the requirements of their public institution.
b) All licensed barber schools shall implement refund policies
pursuant to Section 3B-13 of the Act and this Section.
1) When notice of cancellation is given within 5 days after
the date of enrollment, all application and registration fees, tuition and any
other charges shall be refunded to the student.
2) When notice of cancellation is given after the fifth day
following enrollment but before the completion of the student's first day of
class attendance, the school may retain the application and registration fee,
not to exceed $100, and the cost of any books or materials that have been
provided by the school and retained by the student.
3) When notice of cancellation is given after the student's
completion of the first day of class attendance but prior to the student's
completion of 5% of the course of instruction, the school may retain the
application and registration fee, not to exceed $100, 10% of the
tuition, other instructional charges or $300, whichever is less, and the cost
of any books or materials that have been provided by the school and
retained by the student.
4) When a student has completed 5% or more of the course of
instruction, the school may retain the application fee and registration fee,
not to exceed $100, and the cost of any books or materials provided by the
school, but shall refund a part of the tuition and other instructional charges
in accordance with the requirements of the school's regional or national
accrediting agency, if any, or in accordance with this subsection (b).
(Section 3B-13(1))
c) For students who enroll in and begin classes, the following
schedule of tuition adjustment will be considered to meet the Division
standards for refunds:
|
PERCENTAGE
OF
A
SCHEDULED
COURSE
COMPLETED
|
AMOUNT
OF TUITION OWED TO THE SCHOOL
|
|
|
|
|
0.01%
to 4.9%
|
10%
|
|
5%
to 9.9%
|
30%
|
|
10%
to 14.9%
|
40%
|
|
15%
to 24.9%
|
45%
|
|
25%
to 49.9%
|
70%
|
|
50%
and over
|
100%
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(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.315 ADVERTISING
Section 1175.315 Advertising
All school advertising for
patrons must conspicuously contain the words "Work Done Exclusively by
Students" or "All Work Done by Students".
(Source: Amended at 30 Ill.
Reg. 9503, effective May 10, 2006)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.320 RECORDKEEPING - TRANSCRIPTS
Section 1175.320
Recordkeeping − Transcripts
a) Each school shall provide an official transcript showing the
entire course work of each student. The official transcript shall contain the
following information:
1) School name, address and phone number;
2) School seal;
3) School license number;
4) Signature of owner, registrar or director of the school;
5) Student's name, address and social security number;
6) Actual dates student attended, including start date, end date
and graduation date;
7) Subject areas, required hours, earned hours, and grades
received (in a percentage form);
8) Any transfer hours citing the name and address of school
transferred from, subject areas, hours earned, and grades received (percentage);
and
9) Final examination grades (percentage).
b) The official transcript and school records for each student
shall be permanently maintained by the school in the following manner:
1) If maintained on the school premises, they shall be maintained
in a locked, fire-resistant cabinet. If official transcripts are maintained on
a computer system, history tapes or discs of all official records must be
stored in a locked, fire-resistant cabinet or electronically stored in a secure
off-site storage system.
2) If records, whether electronic or paper, cannot be maintained
on the premises in locked fire-resistant cabinets, duplicate student records,
including the official transcripts, shall be maintained at a separate location
that shall be made known to the Division. The records shall be accessible to
Division officials for inspection.
c) A copy of the transcript shall be given to the student upon
graduation or other permanent exit from the school provided the student has met
all financial obligations of the student contract as set forth in Section
1175.310.
d) An official transcript and school records for students who
withdrew or dropped out of a program shall be maintained by the school for 5
years from the student's first day of attendance at the school.
e) Transcripts from approved schools must meet the requirements
of this Section to be accepted by the Division for licensure.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159,
effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.325 RECORDKEEPING HOURS EARNED
Section 1175.325
Recordkeeping – Hours Earned
a) Student Hours. A licensed barber school shall have a written,
published attendance policy.
1) When determining student hours, a school may define its
attendance requirements to include 100% attendance for the program length or
may allow excused absences for not more than 10% of the program for
satisfactory completion. Satisfactory completion is defined as completion of
all theory and practical work as outlined in school's curricula.
2) Student attendance policies shall be written and applied
uniformly and fairly.
3) The school must maintain documentation of excused absences for
at least 5 years.
4) The school must maintain attendance records for each student
to verify that the minimum attendance standard set forth by the school is being
met.
b) A complete and accurate record of hours of attendance for each
student must be recorded and maintained by the school.
c) If a time clock is used, each student shall punch his/her own
time card. No student, teacher or any other person shall punch the time card of
another student. If a time clock is not used, there shall be another
verifiable method used by the school to record student hours. The records shall
be in a form that allows the student to receive a written report of hours
earned. This written report of hours earned shall be provided to the student
on a monthly basis and shall be placed on a cumulative record by the school.
d) Credit for hours earned away from school premises shall be awarded
only if students are supervised by a licensed instructor or by a licensed barber or cosmetologist in the case of an internship.
Credit hours for outside study may include workshops, educational programs,
films and demonstrations.
e) Hours earned away from the school premises shall be recorded
on school time forms. These forms shall include: the school seal, name of
student, event or program attended, date attended, signature of student,
signature of supervising licensed instructor.
f) Instructors shall review the hours earned by each student
monthly. Each month the instructor shall issue a signed monthly report to the
student showing the actual number of hours earned by the student.
g) Time cards may be destroyed upon the student's permanent exit
from the school and after all hours earned are recorded on the official
transcript.
h) An hour shall be considered 50-60 minutes of instruction.
i) A licensed instructor shall supervise all classroom and
practical instruction. No credit shall be given for unsupervised study.
j) A barber student is not permitted to serve the
public until he/she has successfully completed a combination of a minimum of
150 hours of classroom instruction and practical application that includes hair
cutting, sanitation and shaving.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
ADMINISTRATIVE CODE TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175 THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING, AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.330 CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS - BARBER
Section 1175.330 Curriculum
Requirements − Barber
a) Each licensed barber school shall provide a program consisting
of a minimum of 1,500 clock hours or a 50 credit hour equivalency (1 credit hour
equals 30 clock hours) of instruction. Instruction shall be a combination of
classroom instruction and hands on (practical and technical) experience. The
licensed barber school may provide online hours in theory, but online hours
shall not exceed 10% of the hours required in each of subsection (a)(1) through
(a)(5). The minimum subjects and number of hours for each category of training
shall be as follows:
1) Basic Training – 200 hours:
A) barber history;
B) bacteriology;
C) infection control and
safe work practices;
D) implements, tools and
equipment;
E) anatomy and physiology;
F) chemistry;
G) electricity and light
therapy;
H) properties and disorders
of the skin;
I) properties
and disorders of the hair and scalp, including all hair types and textures,
coil, curl, or wave patterns, hair strand thicknesses, and volumes of hair;
J) treatment of the hair
and scalp;
K) facial and scalp
massage; and
L) the
Act and this Part, including sanitary standards.
2) Shaving and facial hair
design – 50 hours.
3) Haircutting and styling
– 500 hours:
A) cutting;
B) thinning;
C) shaping;
D) trimming;
E) application
of electrical/mechanical equipment;
F) curling;
G) hair
treatments; and
H) blow
drying.
4) Chemical texture
services – 500 hours:
A) hair
coloring and lightening;
B) chemical
safety;
C) OSHA
standards relating to chemical use;
D) permanent
waving;
E) hair
relaxing;
F) hair
and scalp conditioning; and
G) shampooing,
toning and rinsing.
5) Barbershop management –
250 hours:
A) State
and local laws and rules;
B) Illinois
Workers' Compensation Act;
C) labor
law;
D) client
relations;
E) bookkeeping;
and
F) business
ethics.
b) An
internship program is an optional part of the curriculum. If a licensed barber
school chooses to establish an internship program, then the internship program
must comply with the requirements of this subsection (b).
1) An
internship program:
A) May be
substituted for 150 hours of the required 1500 program hours set forth in this
Section.
B) May be
part of the curriculum of a licensed barber school and shall be an organized
preplanned training program designed to allow a student to learn barbering
under the direct supervision of a licensed barber in a registered barber shop
or salon.
2) A
student in the internship program:
A) May
participate in an internship program only after completing 750 hours of
training with a minimum average grade of 80. A school may, however, set the
average grade higher and set other standards that a student must meet to
participate in the internship program.
B) May
not spend more than 150 hours in an internship program for credit.
C) May
not be paid while participating in the internship program, as it is a part of
the barber curriculum of the school.
D) May
work a maximum of 8 hours a day and shall be required to spend 1 day a week at
the school.
E) Shall
be under the direct on-site supervision of a licensed barber. Only 1 student
shall be supervised by 1 licensed barber.
3) A
licensed barber school shall state clearly in the enrollment agreement that the
school offers an internship program.
4) The
licensed barber school shall enter into a contract with the student, the
registered barber shop or salon, and a licensed barber. The contract shall
contain all the provisions set forth in subsection (b)(2) and any other
requirements of the internship established by the school. The contract shall be
signed by the student, the school and the licensed barber. Any party to the
contract may terminate the contract at any time.
c) A
school may, as part of its educational program and on school premises, offer
barbering services to the public, through a student clinic, as a means of
providing students with practical experience. Services shall be provided by
students working under the supervision of one or more teachers. Students shall
receive no compensation, including tips, but shall receive credit for hours
worked towards the 1500-hour education requirement. The school may provide
those services under the authority of its school license and is not required to
obtain a salon registration. The school shall post a sign visible to the
public advising that all services are provided by students. Except as provided
in this subsection (c), a school and a salon shall not operate within the same
premises.
(Source: Amended at 49 Ill. Reg. 12951,
effective October 6, 2025)
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ADMINISTRATIVE CODE TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175 THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING, AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.331 CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS BARBER REFRESHER COURSE
Section 1175.331 Curriculum
Requirements – Barber Refresher Course
a) The 250-hour barber refresher course required under Section
1175.210, 1175.220 or 1175.230 shall include a minimum of 250 clock hours of
training in the following categories, as defined in Section 1175.330:
1) Basic
Training;
2) Shaving
and Facial Hair Design;
3) Hair
Cutting and Styling;
4) Chemical
Texture Services; and
5) Barbershop
Management;
b) The refresher course in subsection (a) shall include a minimum
of 25 hours in basic training. The subjects covered in the remaining 225 hours
may be determined at the discretion of the school and/or teacher, provided the
refresher course includes training in each category listed in subsection (a). Instruction
shall be a combination of classroom instruction and hands on (practical and
technical) experience. However, instruction may include online hours in theory
not to exceed 10% of the total hours.
c) The 100-hour barber refresher course set forth in Section 1175.210
shall be similar to the refresher course in subsection (a), except that the
school and/or teacher shall have the discretion to structure the course to the
individual needs of the student to better prepare the student for again taking
the examination.
(Source: Added at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.332 CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS 500-HOUR BARBER COURSE FOR LICENSED COSMETOLOGISTS AND LICENSED COSMETOLOGY TEACHERS
Section 1175.332 Curriculum
Requirements – 500-Hour Barber Course for Licensed Cosmetologists and Licensed
Cosmetology Teachers
a) The 500-hour barber course for licensed cosmetologists or
licensed cosmetology teachers seeking licensure as a barber (see Section 2-10
of the Act), shall include a minimum of 500 clock hours of instruction and
practical experience in subjects in the following categories as defined in
Section 1175.330:
1) Basic Training − 90 Hours, including the Act and this
Part and sanitary standards;
2) Shaving
and Facial Hair Design – 50 Hours;
3) Haircutting
and Styling – 300 Hours;
4) Chemical
Texture Services – 30 Hours;
5) Barbershop
Management – 30 Hours.
b) The school may provide online hours in theory, not to exceed
10% of the total hours.
c) The school may include an internship as part of this course.
(Source: Added
at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.335 CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS BARBER TEACHER
Section 1175.335 Curriculum
Requirements – Barber Teacher
a) Each licensed barber school that provides teacher training must
utilize a teacher program that includes a minimum of 1000 hours or a 34 credit
hour equivalency (1 credit hour equals 30 clock hours) of instruction. The
licensed barber school may provide online hours in theory, but online hours
shall not exceed 10% of the hours required in each of subsections (a)(1), (2),
(3) and (4). The minimum number of hours shall be as follows:
1) 500 hours of Post-Graduate School Training that includes all
subjects in the basic barbering curriculum (see Section 1175.330), including
theory and practice. Presentation of material must include the concepts that
are intended to be taught and the skills to be acquired during the various
phases of basic education.;
2) 20 hours of Educational Psychology that shall include, but not
be limited to, topics in educational objectives, student characteristics and
development, the learning process, and an evaluation of learning that relates
to teaching. These hours shall be waived on behalf of barber teacher students
who have completed a course in Educational Psychology at an accredited college
or university.
3) 20 hours of Teaching Methods (Theory) that shall include, but
not be limited to, topics in individual differences in learning, lesson
planning and design, lesson delivery, assessment of learning performance,
classroom management, student motivation and classroom climate. These hours
shall be waived on behalf of barber teacher students who have completed a
course in Teaching Methods-Secondary Level at an accredited college or
university.
4) 150 hours of Application of Teaching Methods that includes
preparation and organization of subject matter to be presented on a unit by
unit basis and presentation of subject matter through application of varied
methods (lecture, demonstration, testing and assignments). Presentations must
provide teaching objectives to be accomplished and correlate theoretical with
practical application.
5) 50 hours of Business Methods that includes inventory,
recordkeeping, interviewing, supplies, the Act and this Part.
6) 260 hours of Student Teaching under the on-site supervision of
an Illinois licensed teacher. The student teacher shall present theoretical and
practical demonstrations to students in the basic curriculum.
b) The approved curriculum for a 500-hour Teacher Training Course
shall be based upon 3 years of practical experience for a barber and shall
consist of the Teacher Training Curriculum outlined in subsection (a)(2)
through (6).
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.336 CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS BARBER TEACHER REFRESHER COURSES
Section 1175.336 Curriculum
Requirements – Barber Teacher Refresher Courses
a) The barber teacher refresher course shall include a minimum of
250 clock hours of instruction and practical experience and may include online
instruction for theory not to exceed 10% of the total hours in subjects in each
of the categories of training defined in Section 1175.335:
1) 20 hours of Educational Psychology;
2) 20 hours of Teaching Methods (Theory);
3) 120 hours of Application of Teaching Methods;
4) 50 hours of Business Methods; and
5) 40 additional hours of training as determined by the school or
teacher.
b) In the case of barber teacher applicants who fail to pass a
third examination, the remedial training required by Section 1175.335(c) shall
include 80 clock hours of additional instruction in the following categories of
training defined in Section 1175.335:
1) 20 hours of Teaching Methods (Theory); and
2) 60 hours of Application of Teaching Methods.
(Source: Added at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.340 FINAL EXAMINATION
Section 1175.340 Final
Examination
a) A school shall require each candidate for graduation to pass a
final examination that tests the student's theoretical and practical knowledge
of the curriculum studied. A "final examination" shall include a
single final examination or multiple examinations as determined by the school.
b) The practical examination shall test the candidate's skills in
the following areas:
1) Hair cutting;
2) Sanitation; and
3) Shaving.
c) The examination shall be administered by the uniform
application of standard performance criteria established by the school for each
skill area. The standard performance criteria for each skill area shall be
delineated in the examination records as specified in subsection (h).
d) A passing score of 75 or greater shall be required on both the
theoretical and practical portions of the final examination or another state's
passing grade.
e) The school shall allow each candidate for graduation at least
3 attempts to pass the final exam.
f) The Division may monitor the administration of the final
examination:
1) As a result of a complaint received;
2) For random sampling;
3) To collect data; and/or
4) When the failure rate on the licensure examination for school
graduates is greater than 25%.
g) The Division shall maintain records of each school's graduate
failure rate on the licensing examination. The records shall reflect only
first examination attempts for each graduate. The Division may review the
records on an annual basis to identify those approved schools that have an
average annual failure rate greater than 25%. An average annual failure rate
greater than 25% is grounds for school disapproval.
h) The school shall maintain records of the final examination for
a period of no less than 5 years in the manner prescribed in Section 1175.320.
These records shall include:
1) A copy of the final examination administered; and
2) Each student's examination grades.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.345 CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP
Section 1175.345 Change of
Ownership
a) For purposes of this Section, "change of ownership",
"sale" or "transfer" of a corporation means the transfer of
more than 50% of stock during a 14-day period. For purposes of this Section, "change
of ownership", "sale" or "transfer" of a partnership
means a change of more than 50% of the partners during a 14-day period. For purposes
of this Section, "change of ownership", "sale" or "transfer"
of an LLC means a change of more than 50% of the members during a 14-day
period. Any change of ownership of a parent business entity that owns the
school's owner shall not be considered a change of ownership of the school.
b) If a licensed school is to be sold or otherwise transferred,
the new owner must notify the Division at least 30 days in advance of the
effective date of the transfer of ownership. The notification shall include a
signed and dated letter from the pre-transfer owner acknowledging the planned
sale or transfer.
c) Upon filing notice to the Division, the new owner may continue
to operate the school under the previously issued license, provided that the
new owner submits an application for licensure with the Division within 30 days
after the effective date of the transfer of ownership by mailing to the Division:
1) A signed and completed school application;
2) A detailed 8½ x 11 inch floor plan that is:
A) drawn
to scale;
B) shows
dimensions;
C) has
all areas labeled;
D) has all
fixtures shown; and
E) demonstrates compliance with the requirements of Section
1175.305, if any expansion is to be done by the new owner;
3) A copy of:
A) a lease agreement showing at least a 1 year commitment to the
use of the school site, the name of the lessor and the name of the lessee; or
B) the certification of proposed school site ownership;
4) A copy of the enrollment agreement that will be utilized by
the new owner;
5) If the new owner is a corporation, limited liability company,
or partnership a copy of the following:;
A) if the owner is a domestic corporation, a filed copy of the
Articles of Incorporation filed with the Secretary of State or, in the case of
a foreign corporation, a filed copy of the Authority to Transact Business in
Illinois accepted by and filed with the Secretary of State;
B) if the owner is a domestic limited liability company, a copy of
the Articles of Organization that were filed with the Secretary of State, or if
the owner is a foreign limited liability company, a copy of the Application for
Admission to Transact Business as a Foreign Limited Liability Company accepted
by and filed with the Secretary of State; or
C) if the owner is a partnership, a listing of all partners and
their addresses;
6) A copy
of curricula that will be used by the new owner;
7) A
sample copy of the school's official transcript;
8) A
Commitment Statement, as provided in the licensure application packet, signed
and dated by the school's chief administrative officer;
9) List
of all the names, addresses and current status of all schools in which the
applicant has previously owned any interest, and a declaration as to whether
any of these schools were ever denied accreditation or licensing or lost
accreditation or licensing from any government body or accrediting agency;
10) An official inspection report by the local fire inspection
authority within 6 months after application approving the school site;
11) A financial statement indicating sufficient current finances
exist to operate the school for at least 3 months. The Division will not
accept a bank statement as sufficient proof to meet this requirement. This
financial statement shall include reporting cash assets on hand and any
liabilities and shall be prepared by either a certified public accountant or a
person knowledgeable about the finances of the school. Any financial statement
submitted by a person who is not a certified public accountant must contain a
signed statement certifying under penalty of perjury that the information is
true and accurate based upon inspection of the financial records of the school;
12) If a name change is to also occur, all documents submitted
must include the new name; and
13) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
d) Once the items listed in subsection (c) have been received,
the Division shall conduct an inspection prior to approval of the change of
ownership. Approval will be granted if the requirements of Subpart C have been
met.
e) If the new owner fails to submit a new application within 30
days, or if the Division does not approve the school, the school shall remain
closed until final Division approval is received.
f) The new owner is responsible for ensuring that the school is
in compliance with all current provisions of the Act and this Part.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.350 CHANGE OF LOCATION
Section 1175.350 Change of
Location
a) When the location of a licensed school is to be changed, the
school owner shall submit to the Division the following:
1) Written notice to the Division at least 30 days in advance of
the school site change;
2) A signed and completed school application;
3) A detailed 8½ x 11 inch floor plan that is:
A) drawn to scale;
B) shows dimensions;
C) has all areas labeled;
D) has all fixtures shown; and
E) demonstrates compliance with the requirements of Section
1175.305;
4) A copy of:
A) a lease agreement showing at least a 1 year commitment, the address of the school site, the name of the lessor and
the name of the lessee; or
B) the certification of ownership of the school site;
5) An official fire inspection report by the local fire
inspection authority, conducted within 6 months prior to application, approving
the site; and
6) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
b) Once the items listed in subsection (a) have been received,
the Division shall inspect the premises to determine compliance with this Part.
If any changes affecting the items in subsection (a) are made prior to
inspection, the school owner must notify the Division in writing. School
operations shall not commence at the new location until the owners have
received written notice of approval from the Division. Approval will be
granted if the requirements of this Subpart C have been met.
c) If the change of location is due to natural destruction of, or
other severe damage to, the original premises due to circumstances beyond the
control of the owner, a temporary site may be used to teach theory classes only.
1) The temporary site must be inspected prior to its use and must
possess light and ventilation, tables and chairs for the number of students in
a classroom, and must be clean.
2) The temporary site may be used for a period of 2 months. The
2 month period can be extended for good cause. Good cause includes, but is not
limited to, unexpected delays in construction, delays in lease arrangements, or
delays in equipment delivery.
d) If the site is not approved, the school shall not solicit new
students for this location until the school has been approved.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.355 CHANGE OF NAME
Section 1175.355 Change of
Name
When changing the name of a
licensed school, a written request for a name change, along with supporting
documentation, and the required fee specified in Section 1175.100, shall be submitted
30 days in advance of any name change. The Division shall then issue an
updated license. At the time of the change of name, all identifying signs and
materials must be changed to conform to the new name on the school license.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.360 EXPANSION
Section 1175.360 Expansion
a) Written notice shall be given to the Division 30 days prior to
any expansion of a licensed school.
b) Off-Site Classrooms
1) When the expansion will result in an off-site classroom
location, a completed school application must be submitted along with:
A) A detailed 8½ x 11 inch floor plan that is:
i) drawn
to scale;
ii) shows
dimensions;
iii) has
all areas labeled;
iv) has
all fixtures shown; and
v) demonstrates compliance with the requirements of Section
1175.305;
B) A copy of:
i) a lease showing at least a 1-year commitment to the use of
the site, the address of the school site, the name of
the lessor and the name of the lessee; or
ii) the
certification of ownership of the proposed site;
C) An official fire inspection report, from the local fire
inspection authority within the last 6 months, giving approval for use of the
site as an off-site classroom location;
D) A statement from the school owner outlining the purpose of the
off-site classroom location;
E) A listing of any and all additional teachers who will be added
to the teaching staff as a result of the expansion;
F) A financial statement indicating sufficient current finances
exist to operate the school for at least 3 months. The Division will not
accept a bank statement as sufficient proof to meet this requirement. This
financial statement shall include reporting cash assets on hand and any
liabilities and shall be prepared by either a certified public accountant or a
person knowledgeable about the finances of the school. Any financial statement
submitted by a person who is not a certified public accountant must contain a
signed statement certifying under penalty of perjury that the information is
true and accurate based upon inspection of the financial records of the school;
and
G) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
2) An off-site classroom location is defined as a separate
classroom, not continuously joined (i.e., not accessible from the current or
main space), located within 5 miles of the main school site that serves to
provide adequate space in which to train an overflow of students. A clinic may
not be operated at an off-site classroom location. A school may establish only
one off-site classroom location. All identifying signs and materials must
reflect the name of the main school.
c) When an on-site expansion is to accommodate an increased
enrollment, a completed school application shall be submitted along with:
1) A detailed 8½ x 11 inch floor plan that is:
A) drawn
to scale;
B) with
dimensions;
C) has
all areas labeled;
D) has all
fixtures shown; and
E) demonstrates compliance with the requirements of Section
1175.305;
2) A statement from the school owner outlining the purpose of the
expansion;
3) A listing of any and all additional teachers who will be added
to the teaching staff as a result of the expansion; and
4) The required inspection fee.
d) Upon receipt of the items listed in subsections (b) and (c),
the Division shall inspect the expansion site to determine compliance with this
Part. If any changes affecting the items in subsections (b) and (c) are made
prior to inspection, the school owner must notify the Division in writing. The
site shall not be used until the inspection has occurred and the owner has
received written notification of approval from the Division. Approval will be
granted if all of the requirements of this Subpart C have been met.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.365 DISCONTINUANCE OF PROGRAM
Section 1175.365
Discontinuance of Program
a) The Division shall receive a minimum of 30 days written notice
of a school's intent to discontinue its program. The notice shall include the
exact location where the student records are to be stored.
b) The school owner shall notify the Division in writing of the actual
closing date of the school.
c) All school records shall be maintained after the school
closes.
d) The school must continue to meet the requirements of the Act
and this Part until the actual closing date.
e) Each student enrolled at the time of discontinuation must be
provided an official transcript of all hours earned while enrolled in the
program.
f) Each student shall be given a refund prorated to at least
reflect the percentage of time remaining to complete the course of instruction.
g) Students who have acquired 750 or more clock hours before
their school closes shall be allowed to transfer all accumulated hours to
another licensed barber school. Schools accepting these hours shall not be
credited with the students' pass/fail statistics (see Section 1175.570(b))
resulting from their first attempt on the Illinois examination.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.370 WITHDRAWAL OF LICENSURE
Section 1175.370 Withdrawal
of Licensure
a) The Division may withdraw, suspend or place on probation,
pursuant to 68 Ill. Adm. Code 1110, the licensure of a school of barbering when
the quality of the program has been affected by any of the following causes:
1) Gross or repeated violations of any provisions of the Act or
this Part;
2) Fraud or dishonesty in furnishing transcripts or documentation
for evaluation of the school;
3) Failure to meet the criteria for school approval in Section
1175.300 or 1175.301;
4) Failure to administer the final examination as specified in
this Part;
5) Failure to maintain final examination grades for each student
and a master of the examination administered by the school as specified in this
Part;
6) Fraud or dishonesty in providing transcripts to students;
7) Failure to provide transcripts to students who have fulfilled
all obligations under Section 1175.310;
8) A finding by the U.S. Office of Education or Illinois Student Assistance Commission that a school has
misappropriated or misused grant or loan monies or has aided in obtaining such
monies by providing fraudulent or untruthful information; or
9) Any other violations of the Act or this Part.
b) The Division shall give written notice and a hearing pursuant
to 68 Ill. Adm. Code 1110 when Division approval of a school is proposed to be
withdrawn.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.375 COSMETOLOGY SCHOOLS APPROVED TO TEACH BARBERING
Section 1175.375 Cosmetology
Schools Approved to Teach Barbering
a) Existing
cosmetology schools that wish to provide barbering instruction shall:
1) Provide 200 square feet of space to accommodate
5 work stations and a maximum of 10 students. If attendance exceeds 10 on the
clinic floor at any time, an additional 40 square feet is required for each
additional work station required by subsection (a)(4)(B). The use of this space
shall not reduce the square footage for the conduct of an approved cosmetology
school below the minimum requirements set forth in Section 1175.505.
2) File an application with the Division, on forms
provided by the Division, that shall include:
A) A detailed 8½ x 11 inch floor plan that
is:
i) drawn to scale;
ii) shows dimensions;
iii) has all areas labeled;
iv) has all fixtures shown;
and
v) demonstrates
compliance with the requirements of Section 1175.305;
B) An official copy of the fire inspection report
from the local fire inspection authority, conducted within 6 months prior to
application, giving approval for use of the site as a school;
C) A financial statement indicating
sufficient current finances exist to operate the school for at least 3 months.
The Division will not accept a bank statement as sufficient proof to meet this
requirement. This financial statement shall include reporting cash assets on
hand and any liabilities and shall be prepared by either a certified public
accountant or a person knowledgeable about the finances of the school. Any
financial statement submitted by a person who is not a certified public
accountant must contain a signed statement certifying under penalty of perjury
that the information is true and accurate based upon inspection of the
financial records of the school;
D) A
copy of the enrollment agreement to be used by the school;
E) A
copy of the barbering curriculum;
F) A listing of all barber and cosmetology
teachers, including their teacher license numbers, who will be in the school's
employ;
G) A
copy of the school's official transcript; and
H) The
required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
3) Subsections
(a)(2)(B) through (D) shall not apply to a public school.
4) When the items listed in subsection (a)(2) have
been received, the Division shall inspect the school premises, prior to school
approval, to determine compliance.
5) In addition, the school shall have the
following:
A) At least one work station or position for every 2
students. Every work station shall include electrical outlets, mirror space and
either a barber chair or styling chair.
B) Every school shall provide sufficient barbering
tools, devices and supplies for each student in attendance.
b) Cosmetology schools approved to teach barbering
shall be required to comply with all provisions of this Part. Space and
equipment required for barber schools pursuant to Section 1175.305(a) and (b) may be utilized for both the cosmetology and barber
programs offered by the cosmetology school.
c) Cosmetology teachers shall only teach those
subjects that are common to barbering and cosmetology.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159,
effective August 10, 2018)
SUBPART D: COSMETOLOGY
ADMINISTRATIVE CODE TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175 THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING, AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.400 LICENSURE BY EXAMINATION COSMETOLOGY
Section 1175.400 Licensure
by Examination – Cosmetology
a) Eligibility. Each applicant must meet the following
requirements (see Section 3-2 or 3-3 of the Act) prior to filing an application
for the cosmetologist examination:
1) Be
at least 16 years of age;
2) Be a high school graduate or its equivalent or be beyond the
age of compulsory school attendance;
3) Either:
A) Pursuant to Section 3-2 of the Act, graduate from a cosmetology
school approved by the Division that meets the requirements set forth in
Subpart E; or
B) Pursuant to Section 3-3 of the Act, graduate from a barber
school approved by the Division that meets the requirements set forth in
Subpart C.
b) Application. Each applicant shall file an application for
examination, on forms provided by the Division. The application shall include:
1) An official transcript showing successful completion of the
required training outlined in Section 3-2(c) or 3-3(c) of the Act and a passing
grade on the final examination administered by the school as set forth in
Section 1175.540;
2) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100;
3) Official transcripts showing successful completion of remedial
training when required by Section 3-6 of the Act or Section 1175.410 of this
Part;
4) Proof of any name change (i.e., marriage license, divorce
decree, affidavit or court order) if the applicant's name is other than that
shown on any documents submitted;
5) If licensed as a cosmetologist in another state, a
certification of licensure from the state of original licensure and from the
state of current licensure or most recent practice; and
6) The examination fee required by the Department's testing
service.
c) Examination.
Each applicant shall take and pass the cosmetology examination as required in
Section 1175.410.
d) An
applicant's training received from a cosmetology school or similar institution
located in another state, other jurisdiction of the United States, or foreign
jurisdiction must substantially comply with the requirements set forth in
Subpart E. An applicant seeking credit for training or licensure in a foreign
country must provide educational training credentials and transcripts and/or
evidence of licensure to determine if the applicant's program substantially
complies with the requirements set forth in Subparts D and E. The Board may,
as a means of assisting it in the review of foreign country training or
licensure, require an applicant to submit his/her educational training
credentials and transcripts and/or evidence of licensure to an approved
education credentialing evaluation service or similar service approved by the Board
for evaluation at the cost to the applicant. The Board may also require
additional coursework or a 250-hour cosmetology refresher course from a school
licensed by the Division as set forth in Section 1175.531. The Board may also
require an applicant to appear for an interview before the Board or to provide
additional information to assist the Board in its evaluation of the applicant's
training.
(Source:
Amended at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.405 LICENSURE BY EXAMINATION COSMETOLOGY TEACHER
Section 1175.405 Licensure
by Examination – Cosmetology Teacher
a) Eligibility. Each applicant must meet the following requirements
pursuant to Section 3-4(a)(1), (2), (3) and (4) of the Act prior to filing an
application for the cosmetology teacher examination:
1) Be at least 18 years of age;
2) Be a high school graduate or its equivalent;
3) Hold a license in good standing as a cosmetologist;
4) Either:
A) Complete a program of 500 hours of cosmetology teacher training
in an approved cosmetology school and 2 years of practical experience as a
licensed cosmetologist within 5 years preceding the application; or
B) Complete
a program of 1000 hours of cosmetology teacher training in an approved
cosmetology school.
b) Application. Each applicant shall file an application, on
forms provided by the Division. The application shall include:
1) Either:
A) In the case of a cosmetology teacher training graduate (see
Section 3-4(a)(4)(i) of the Act):
i) An official transcript from an approved cosmetology school
showing successful completion of a program of 500 hours of cosmetology teacher
training as set forth in Section 1175.535; and
ii) 2 employment verification forms showing at least 2 years of
practical experience as a licensed cosmetologist within the last 5 years.
B) In the case of a cosmetology teacher training graduate,
pursuant to Section 3-4(a)(4)(ii) of the Act, an official transcript from an
approved cosmetology school showing successful completion of a program of 1000
hours of cosmetology teacher training as set forth in Section 1175.535;
2) The applicant's Illinois cosmetology license number;
3) If licensed as a cosmetology teacher in another state, other
jurisdiction of the United States, or foreign jurisdiction, a certification of
licensure from the state or jurisdiction of original licensure and from the
state or jurisdiction of current licensure or most recent practice;
4) Proof of any name change (i.e., marriage license, divorce
decree, affidavit, or court order) if name is other than that shown on any
document submitted; and
5) The examination fee required by the Department's testing
service.
c) Examination. Each applicant shall take and pass the
cosmetology teacher examination as required in Section 1175.410.
d) An applicant's training received from a cosmetology school or
similar institution located in another state, other jurisdiction of the United
States or foreign jurisdiction must substantially comply with the requirements
set forth in Subpart E. An applicant seeking credit for training or licensure
in a foreign country must provide educational training credentials and
transcripts and/or evidence of licensure to determine if the applicant's
program substantially complies with the requirements set forth in Subparts D
and E. The Board may, as a means of assisting it in the review of foreign
country training or licensure, require an applicant to submit his/her
educational training credentials and transcripts and/or evidence of licensure
to an approved education credentialing evaluation service or similar service
approved by the Board for evaluation at the cost to the applicant. The Board
may also require additional coursework or a 250-hour cosmetology refresher
course from a school licensed by the Division as set forth in Section
1175.531. The Board may also require an applicant to appear for an interview
before the Board or to provide additional information to assist the Board in
its evaluation of the applicant's training.
e) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.406 LICENSURE BY ACCEPTANCE OF EXAMINATION - COSMETOLOGIST
Section 1175.406 Licensure by Acceptance of Examination −
Cosmetologist
a) Eligibility. If the applicant does not hold a license as a
cosmetologist or cosmetology teacher in any jurisdiction of the United States
but has completed cosmetology training and passed cosmetology licensing
examination in that jurisdiction substantially similar to the requirements of
the Act and this Part, the applicant shall apply for licensure under this
Section.
b) Application. Each applicant shall file an application for
acceptance of examination on forms provided by the Division. The application
shall include:
1) An official transcript from the school or program showing
successful completion of training;
2) Proof of passage of the licensing examination within 12 months
of application; and
3) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
(Source: Added
at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.407 LICENSURE BY ACCEPTANCE OF EXAMINATION - COSMETOLOGY TEACHER
Section 1175.407 Licensure by Acceptance of Examination
− Cosmetology Teacher
a) Eligibility. If the applicant has a cosmetology license in
any jurisdiction of the United States, does not hold a cosmetology teacher
license in any jurisdiction of the United States, and has completed cosmetology
teacher training and passed a teacher examination in another jurisdiction of
the United States other than Illinois substantially similar to the requirements
of the Act and this Part, the applicant shall apply for licensure under this
Section.
b) Application. Each applicant shall file an application for
acceptance of examination on forms provided by the Division. The application
shall include:
1) Proof of licensure as a cosmetologist in this or any other
jurisdiction of the United States;
2) Proof of 2 years of practical experience as a licensed
cosmetologist within 5 years preceding the application;
3) An official transcript from the school or program showing
successful completion of teacher training;
4) Proof of passage of a teacher licensing examination within 12
months preceding the application; and
5) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
(Source: Added
at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
ADMINISTRATIVE CODE TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175 THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING, AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.410 EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS
Section 1175.410 Examination
Requirements
a) Examinations shall be administered by the Division or its
designated testing service and shall cover subject matter as set forth in
Section 3-6 of the Act.
b) The passing grade on each examination is 75 or another state's
passing grade.
c) Retakes
1) A cosmetology applicant who fails to pass a third examination
must submit an official transcript from a licensed cosmetology school showing
successful completion of a 100-hour refresher course, or the 250-hour
cosmetology refresher course, from a school licensed by the Division as set
forth in Section 1175.531, prior to taking the examination a fourth time.
2) A cosmetology teacher applicant who fails to pass a third
examination must submit an official transcript from a licensed cosmetology
school showing successful completion of 80 hours of additional study in
teaching methodology and educational psychology prior to taking the examination
a fourth time.
3) The
requirement for remedial training set forth in this Section may be waived in
whole or in part by the Division upon proof to the Division that the applicant
has demonstrated competence to again sit for the examination. Pursuant to
Section 3-6 of the Act, the Division shall consider the following factors when
waiving remedial training, including but not be limited to: the percentage
points by which the applicant failed the examination, the number of times the
applicant failed the examination and extenuating circumstances that explain the
applicant's failure to pass the examination.
4) For purposes of the examination retakes, the fourth attempt
shall count as the first.
5) An applicant shall make a written request for an examination
retake at least 45 days in advance of the examination date. The request must
include the required examination fee and official transcripts when further
study is required in accordance with subsections (c)(1), (2) and (3).
d) If an
applicant has not submitted an application for licensure within 12 months after
taking and passing the examination, the applicant must retake and pass the
examination prior to being granted a license.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159,
effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.415 APPLICATION FOR LICENSURE (REPEALED)
Section 1175.415 Application
for Licensure (Repealed)
(Source: Repealed at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.420 LICENSURE BY ENDORSEMENT
Section 1175.420 Licensure
by Endorsement
a) An
applicant who is currently registered or licensed as a cosmetologist in another
state or jurisdiction of the United States and who is seeking
licensure in Illinois by endorsement shall file an application, on forms
provided by the Division, that includes:
1) An
official certification of licensure from the state or government board in the
applicant's jurisdiction of original licensure and from the state or government
board in which the applicant is currently licensed and practicing, if other
than the original, stating the applicant's name, the cosmetologist license
number, the original issuance date and the expiration date. The license issued
must be the same or substantially similar to the cosmetology license issued by
the Division;
2) Proof
of any name change (i.e., marriage license, divorce decree, affidavit or court
order) if the applicant's name is other than that shown on submitted documents;
and
3) The
required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
b) An
applicant who is currently registered or licensed as a cosmetology teacher in
another state or jurisdiction of the United States and who is seeking licensure
in Illinois by endorsement shall file an application, on forms provided by the
Division, that includes:
1) An
official certification of licensure from the state or government in the
applicant's jurisdiction of original licensure and from the state or government
board in which the applicant is currently licensed and practicing, if other
than the original, stating the applicant's name, the cosmetology teacher
license number, the original issuance date and the expiration date. The
license issued must be the same or substantially similar to the cosmetology
teacher license issued by the Division;
2) Proof
of any name change (i.e., marriage license, divorce decree, affidavit or court
order) if the applicant's name is other than that shown on submitted documents;
and
3) The
required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
c) An applicant who is currently registered or licensed as a
cosmetologist in a foreign country or province and who is seeking licensure in
Illinois by endorsement shall file an application, on forms provided by the Division,
that includes:
1) An official document from the government agency, board or council
in the applicant's original jurisdiction of practice stating the applicant's
name, the cosmetologist license number, the original issuance date, the
expiration date, a brief description of any licensure or exit examination taken
to qualify for the license, and the grades received. The license issued in a
foreign country and its requirements must be the same or substantially similar
to the cosmetology license issued by the Division;
2) An official transcript from the school or schools attended by
the applicant showing the individual subject areas completed and the hours completed
by the applicant, with the school seal affixed, or an official certification
from the government agency, board or council showing the individual subject
areas completed and the hours completed by the applicant, with the board,
agency or council seal affixed. Educational training credentials and
transcripts and/or evidence of licensure obtained in a foreign country must be
submitted to determine if the applicant's program substantially complies with
the requirements set forth in Subparts D and E. The Board may, as a means of
assisting it in the review of foreign country training or licensure, require an
applicant to submit his/her educational training credentials and transcripts
and/or evidence of licensure to an approved education credentialing evaluation
service or similar service approved by the Board for evaluation at the cost to
the applicant. The scope of practice and education requirements must be the
same or substantially similar to the cosmetology license issued by the
Division. The Board may require additional coursework or a 250-hour
cosmetology refresher course from a school licensed by the Division as set
forth in Section 1175.531 or may require an applicant to pass the cosmetology
examination. The Board may also require an applicant to appear for an
interview before the Board or to provide additional information to assist the
Board in its evaluation of the applicant's training;
3) An official certification of licensure from the state or
country in which the applicant is currently licensed and practicing, if other
than the original, stating the applicant's legal name, the cosmetologist
license number, the original issuance date, the expiration date, a brief
description of any licensure examination taken to qualify for the license and
the grades received, and whether the applicant's file contains any record of
disciplinary actions taken or pending;
4) Evidence that the applicant has practiced cosmetology in
another jurisdiction for at least 3 years after completing the requirements to
qualify for registration or licensure in that particular jurisdiction, but
within 5 years preceding his/her application for endorsement. This evidence may
be in the form of affidavits from at least 3 clients, coworkers or business
owners who can verify the applicant's practice as a cosmetologist;
5) Proof of any name change (i.e., marriage license, divorce
decree, affidavit or court order) if the applicant's name is other than that
shown on submitted documents; and
6) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
d) An applicant who is currently registered or licensed as a
cosmetology teacher in a foreign country and who is seeking licensure as a
cosmetology teacher in Illinois by endorsement shall file an application, on
forms provided by the Division, that includes:
1) An official document from the government agency, board or council
in the applicant's jurisdiction of original licensure stating the applicant's
name, the cosmetology teacher license number, the original issuance date, the
expiration date, a brief description of any licensure or exit examination taken
to qualify for the license, and the grades received. The license issued in a
foreign country and its requirements must be the same or substantially similar
to the cosmetology teacher license issued by the Division;
2) An official transcript from the school or schools attended by
the applicant showing the individual subject areas completed and the hours completed
by the applicant, with the school seal affixed, or an official certification
from the government agency, board or council showing the individual subject
areas completed and the hours completed by the applicant, with the agency,
board or council seal affixed. Educational training credentials and
transcripts and/or evidence of licensure obtained in a foreign country shall be
submitted to determine if the applicant’s program substantially complies with
the requirements set forth in Subparts D and E. The Board may, as a means of
assisting it in the review of foreign country training or licensure, require an
applicant to submit his/her educational training credentials and transcripts
and/or evidence of licensure to an approved education credentialing evaluation
service or similar service approved by the Board for evaluation at the cost to
the applicant. The scope of practice and education requirements must be the
same or substantially similar to the cosmetology teacher license issued by the
Division. The Board may require additional coursework or a 250-hour
cosmetology refresher course from a school licensed by the Division as set
forth in Section 1175.531 or require an applicant to pass the cosmetology
examination and/or the cosmetology teacher examination. The Board may also
require an applicant to appear for an interview before the Board or to provide
additional information to assist the Board in its evaluation of the applicant's
training;
3) An official certification of licensure from the state or
country in which the applicant is currently licensed and practicing, if other
than the original, stating the applicant's legal name, the cosmetologist
license number, the original issuance date, the expiration date, a brief
description of any licensure examination taken to qualify for the license and
the grades received, and whether the applicant's file contains any record of
disciplinary actions taken or pending;
4) Evidence that the applicant has practiced as a cosmetology
teacher in another jurisdiction for at least 3 years after completing the
requirements to qualify for registration or licensure in that particular
jurisdiction, but within 5 years preceding his/her application for endorsement.
This evidence may be in the form of affidavits from at least 3 clients, coworkers,
business owners, students or school administrators who can verify the
applicant's practice as a cosmetology teacher;
5) Proof of name change (i.e., marriage license, divorce decree,
affidavit or court order) if name is other than that shown on any of the
documents submitted; and
6) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
e) An applicant for licensure as a cosmetologist who is licensed
in another jurisdiction may be given up to 300 hours of educational credit for
every 12-month period during which he/she was lawfully employed as a
cosmetologist. To obtain credit for work experience, the applicant must submit
verification of employment on forms provided by the Division in support of the
work experience from at least 3 clients, coworkers or business owners. A
certification of licensure from the jurisdiction in which the lawful practice
is claimed must also be submitted.
f) An applicant applying for licensure as a cosmetologist or
cosmetology teacher on the basis of endorsement who has previously failed the
licensing examination under this Act in Illinois shall not be approved for
licensure on the basis of endorsement unless and until he/she provides
verification of successful completion of a substantially equivalent licensure
examination. The successful completion of the substantially equivalent
examination must occur after the most recently failed examination attempt in
Illinois. An applicant may be required to appear before the Board to answer
questions about any examination taken by the applicant. The Board may
recommend the completion of additional education by an applicant prior to
licensure.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.425 RENEWALS
Section 1175.425 Renewals
a) Every license issued under the Act shall expire as follows:
1) Cosmetology teacher, cosmetology clinic teacher and
cosmetology school licenses shall expire on September 30 of each even-numbered
year.
2) Cosmetologist licenses shall expire on September 30 of each
odd-numbered year. A prerenewal period is the 24-month period preceding
September 30 in the year of renewal.
3) The holder of a license may renew that license during the
month preceding its expiration date.
b) Applicants for renewal shall:
1) Submit a completed renewal application.
2) Cosmetologist – Certify on the renewal application to
successful completion of a minimum of 14 hours of CE from a cosmetology sponsor
registered with the Division, in accordance with Section 1175.1200, within the
2 years prior to the expiration date of the license, if renewing a cosmetology
license. Certify compliance with Section 1175.1220.
3) Cosmetology Teacher and Cosmetology Clinic Teacher – Certify
on the renewal application to successful completion of a minimum of 24 hours of
CE from a sponsor registered with the Division, in accordance with Section
1175.1200, within the 2 years prior to renewal if renewing a cosmetology
teacher or cosmetology clinic teacher license. Certify compliance with Section
1175.1220. Ten of 24 hours shall be in the following areas:
A) Teaching methodology;
B) Educational psychology;
C) Classroom management; or
D) Other teaching related courses.
4) Submit the required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
c) A renewal applicant is not required to comply with CE for the
first renewal after issuance of original license.
d) The Division may require additional evidence demonstrating
compliance with the CE requirements (i.e., certificate of attendance or
certificate of completion). It is the responsibility of each renewal applicant
to retain or otherwise produce evidence of this compliance. That evidence
shall be required in the context of the Division's random audit.
e) It is the responsibility of each licensee to notify the Division
of any change of address. Failure to receive a renewal form from the Division
shall not constitute an excuse for failure to renew a license.
f) Practicing or operating on a license that has expired shall be
considered unlicensed activity and shall be grounds for discipline pursuant to
Section 4-7 of the Act.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.430 RESTORATION COSMETOLOGY
Section 1175.430 Restoration
– Cosmetology
a) Application for Restoration
1) A person applying for restoration of a license as a
cosmetologist that has expired or been on inactive status for less than 5 years
shall submit an application on forms provided by the Division and:
A) Pay
the required fee set forth in Section 1175.100;
B) Provide evidence of successful completion of 14 hours of
continuing education earned within the 2 years immediately preceding the
restoration.
2) If restoring after active military service, the applicant
shall submit a copy of the applicant's DD-214 and the current renewal fee.
b) A person applying for restoration of a license as a
cosmetologist that has been expired or been on inactive status for 5 years or
more shall submit an application on forms provided by the Division along with
either:
1) All of the following:
A) Verification of employment as a cosmetologist in another
jurisdiction for at least 24 months within the 5 years preceding application
for restoration from at least 3 clients, coworkers or business owners;
B) Certification of licensure from the licensing authority in the
jurisdiction of employment stating that the practice was authorized;
C) A completed Restoration Questionnaire;
D) Evidence of successful completion of 14 hours of CE earned
within the 2 years immediately preceding restoration; and
E) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100; or
2) A copy of the applicant's DD-214 and the current renewal fee,
if restoring from active military service.
c) An applicant for restoration under subsection (b) who is
unable to comply with one or both of subsections (b)(1)(A) and (B) shall submit
official transcripts showing successful completion of a 250-hour refresher
course from a licensed cosmetology or barber school as set forth in Section
1175.531 or passage of the examination set forth in Section 1175.410 within 2
years prior to or within 2 years after application for restoration. A
cosmetology applicant who completes this refresher course or takes the
examination shall not be required to complete 14 hours of CE, but shall comply
with the remaining requirements of subsection (b).
d) If an applicant takes and fails the examination, the license
will not be restored until he/she has successfully completed the examination.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.435 RESTORATION COSMETOLOGY TEACHER AND COSMETOLOGY CLINIC TEACHER
Section 1175.435 Restoration
– Cosmetology Teacher and Cosmetology Clinic Teacher
a) A person applying for restoration of a license as a licensed
cosmetology teacher or cosmetology clinic teacher that has been expired or been
on inactive status for less than 5 years shall file an application, on forms
provided by the Division. An applicant shall also submit proof of 24 hours of CE
in accordance with Section 1175.1200 earned within the 2 years preceding the
restoration and the required fee set forth in Section 1175.100. If restoring
after active military service, an applicant shall submit a copy of his/her
DD-214 and the current renewal fee.
b) A person applying for restoration of a license as a
cosmetology teacher or cosmetology clinic teacher that has been expired for 5
years or more shall submit an application on forms provided by the Division,
along with either:
1) All of the following:
A) Verification of employment as a cosmetology teacher or
cosmetology clinic teacher in another jurisdiction for at least 24 months within
the 5 years preceding application for restoration from at least 3 students,
coworkers or school owners;
B) Certification of licensure from the licensing authority in the
jurisdiction of employment;
C) Evidence of successful completion of 24 hours of CE earned
within the 2 years immediately preceding the restoration;
D) A completed Restoration Questionnaire; and
E) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100; or
2) If restoring after active military service, a copy of the
applicant's DD-214 and the current renewal fee.
c) An applicant for restoration of a cosmetology teacher license under
subsection (b) who is unable to comply with one or both of subsections (b)(1)(A)
and (B) shall submit official transcripts showing successful completion of a
250-hour cosmetology teacher refresher course set forth in Section 1175.536 or
passage of the examination set forth in Section 1175.410 within 2 years prior
to or within 2 years after application for restoration of a license. Those who
successfully complete a 250-hour refresher course or take the examination shall
not be required to complete CE before restoring a license, but shall comply
with the remaining requirements of subsection (b).
d) An applicant for restoration of a cosmetology clinic teacher
license under subsection (b) who is unable to comply with one or both of subsections
(b)(1)(A) and (B) shall submit official transcripts showing successful
completion of a 60 hour cosmetology teacher refresher course as set forth in
Section 1175.536 or passage of the examination set forth in Section 1175.410
within 2 years prior to or within 2 years after application for restoration of
a license. Those who successfully complete a 60-hour refresher course as set
forth in Section 1175.536 or take the examination shall not be required to
complete CE before restoring a license but shall comply with the remaining
requirements of subsection (b).
e) If an applicant takes and fails the examination, the license
will not be restored until he/she has passed the examination.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.440 LICENSED BARBER OR BARBER TEACHER SEEKING LICENSE AS COSMETOLOGIST
Section 1175.440 Licensed
Barber or Barber Teacher Seeking License as Cosmetologist
A licensed barber or barber
teacher may apply for licensure as a cosmetologist. Each applicant shall file
an application on forms provided by the Division that includes:
a) The
applicant's current barber or barber teacher license number;
b) An official transcript showing successful completion of the
supplemental cosmetology course (see Section 1175.532);
c) Proof of passage of the cosmetology examination; and
d) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
(Source: Added
at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
ADMINISTRATIVE CODE TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175 THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING, AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.441 LICENSED BARBER TEACHER SEEKING LICENSE AS COSMETOLOGY TEACHER
Section 1175.441 Licensed
Barber Teacher Seeking License as Cosmetology Teacher
A licensed barber teacher may
apply for licensure as a cosmetology teacher. Each applicant shall file an
application on forms provided by the Division that includes:
a) The
applicant's current barber teacher license number;
b) The applicant's current cosmetology license number or an
official transcript showing successful completion of the supplemental
cosmetology course (see Section 1175.532) or, in accordance with Section 3-11
of the Act, proof of three years of experience as a barber teacher and an
official transcript showing successful completion of only the cosmetology
subjects that are not also required in the supplemental barbering course (see
Section 1175.332) and proof of passage of the cosmetology examination; and
c) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
(Source: Amended at 49 Ill. Reg. 12951,
effective October 6, 2025)
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| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.442 LICENSED ESTHETICIAN OR ESTHETICS TEACHER SEEKING LICENSE AS COSMETOLOGIST
Section 1175.442 Licensed
Esthetician or Esthetics Teacher Seeking License as Cosmetologist
A licensed esthetician or
esthetics teacher may apply for licensure as a cosmetologist. Each applicant
shall file an application on forms provided by the Division that includes:
a) The
applicant's current esthetician or esthetics teacher license number;
b) Proof
of compliance with the requirements of Section 1175.400;
c) An official transcript showing successful completion of the
1500-hour cosmetology course (see Section 3-2 or 3-3 of the Act). The school
shall provide credit for all coursework previously completed by the applicant
that is common to both esthetics and cosmetology. The official transcript
shall indicate the coursework and hours being credited, as well as the
coursework undertaken, and credits earned at the school, which shall total at least
1500 hours; and
d) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
(Source: Added at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
ADMINISTRATIVE CODE TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175 THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING, AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.443 LICENSED ESTHETICS TEACHER SEEKING LICENSE AS COSMETOLOGY TEACHER
Section 1175.443 Licensed
Esthetics Teacher Seeking License as Cosmetology Teacher
A licensed esthetics teacher may
apply for licensure as a cosmetology teacher. Each applicant shall file an
application on forms provided by the Division that includes:
a) The
applicant's current esthetics teacher license number;
b) The applicant's current cosmetology license number or proof of
compliance with the requirements of Sections 1175.400 and 1175.442(c) or, in
accordance with Section 3-12 of the Act, proof of three years of experience as
an esthetics teacher and an official transcript showing successful completion
of the cosmetology subjects that are not also required in the esthetics
curriculum (see Section 1175.835); and
c) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
(Source: Amended at 49 Ill. Reg. 12951,
effective October 6, 2025)
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| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.444 LICENSED NAIL TECHNICIAN OR NAIL TECHNOLOGY TEACHER SEEKING LICENSE AS COSMETOLOGIST
Section 1175.444 Licensed
Nail Technician or Nail Technology Teacher Seeking License as Cosmetologist
A licensed nail technician or
nail technology teacher may apply for licensure as a cosmetologist. Each
applicant shall file an application on forms provided by the Division that
includes:
a) The
applicant's current nail technician or nail technology teacher license number;
b) Proof
of compliance with the requirements of Section 1175.400;
c) An official transcript showing successful completion of the
1500-hour cosmetology course (see Section 3-2 or 3-3 of the Act). The school
shall provide credit for all coursework previously completed by the applicant
that is common to both nail technology and cosmetology. The official
transcript shall indicate the coursework and hours being credited, as well as
the coursework undertaken, and hours earned at the school, which shall total at
least 1500 hours; and
d) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
(Source: Added at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159,
effective August 10, 2018)
ADMINISTRATIVE CODE TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175 THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING, AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.445 LICENSED NAIL TECHNOLOGY TEACHER SEEKING LICENSE AS COSMETOLOGY TEACHER
Section 1175.445 Licensed
Nail Technology Teacher Seeking License as Cosmetology Teacher
A licensed nail technology
teacher may apply for licensure as a cosmetology teacher. Each applicant shall
file an application on forms provided by the Division that includes:
a) The
applicant's current nail technology teacher license number;
b) The applicant's current cosmetology license number or proof of
compliance with the requirements of Sections 1175.400 and 1175.444(c) or, per
Section 3-12 of the Act, proof of 3 years of experience as a nail technology
teacher and an official transcript showing successful completion of only the
cosmetology subjects that are not also required in the nail technology
curriculum (see Section 1175.1135); and
c) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
(Source: Amended at 49 Ill. Reg. 12951,
effective October 6, 2025)
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SUBPART E: COSMETOLOGY SCHOOLS
| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.500 SCHOOL LICENSURE APPLICATION PRIVATE SCHOOLS
Section 1175.500 School Licensure
Application – Private Schools
a) An applicant for a private cosmetology school license shall
submit a completed application to the Division with the following information
and documentation:
1) A detailed 8½ x 11 inch floor plan that is:
A) drawn
to scale;
B) shows
dimensions;
C) has
all areas labeled;
D) has
all fixtures shown; and
E) demonstrates compliance with the requirements of Section
1175.505;
2) A copy of:
A) a lease showing at least a 1-year commitment to the use of the
school site, the address of the school site, the name of the lessor and the
name of the lessee; or
B) certification
of ownership of the proposed school site;
3) If the owner is a corporation, a filed copy of the Articles of
Incorporation; if the owner is a limited liability company, a filed copy of the
Articles of Organization; or if the owner is a partnership, a listing of all
partners and their current addresses;
4) If the owner will be conducting business under an assumed name
as described in the Assumed Business Name Act [805 ILCS 405], a copy of the
application to adopt an assumed name filed with the government office
responsible for approving the assumed name;
5) An official fire inspection report from the local fire
inspection authority within 6 months prior to filing an application giving
approval for use of the site as a school;
6) A financial statement indicating sufficient current finances
exist to operate the school for at least 3 months. The Division will not
accept a bank statement as sufficient proof to meet this requirement. The
financial statement shall include reporting cash assets on hand and any
liabilities and shall be prepared by either a certified public accountant or a
person knowledgeable about the finances of the school. Any financial statement
submitted by a person who is not a certified public accountant must contain a
signed statement certifying under penalty of perjury that the information is
true and accurate based upon inspection of the financial records of the school;
7) A copy of the official enrollment agreement to be used by the
school, which shall be consistent with the requirements of Section 1175.510;
8) A listing of all teachers, including their teacher license
numbers, who will be in the school's employ;
9) A copy of the curricula that will be followed for each program
that meets the requirements of Section 1175.530;
10) A copy of the school's official transcript for each program
that complies with the requirements of Section 1175.530;
11) A Commitment Statement, as provided in the licensure
application packet, signed and dated by the school's chief administrative
officer; and
12) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
b) New schools that wish to offer nail technology, barbering,
hair braiding and/or esthetics in addition to cosmetology shall comply with Sections
1175.375, 1175.805, 1175.1505 and/or 1175.1105.
c) When the items required by subsections (a) and (b) have been
received, the Division shall inspect the school premises, prior to school
approval, to determine compliance with this Subpart. School operations shall
not commence, nor shall the school in any way solicit student enrollment, until
the school has received written notice of approval from the Division. Approval
will be granted if all of the requirements of Subpart E have been met.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.501 SCHOOL LICENSURE APPLICATION PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Section 1175.501 School Licensure
Application – Public Schools
a) An applicant for a cosmetology school license shall submit a
completed application to the Division with the following information and
documentation:
1) A detailed 8½ x 11 inch floor plan;
A) drawn
to scale;
B) shows
dimensions;
C) has
all areas labeled;
D) has
all fixtures shown; and
E) demonstrates compliance with the requirements of Section
1175.505;
2) A listing of all teachers, including their teacher license
numbers, who will be in the school's employ;
3) A copy of the curricula that will be followed for each program
that meets the requirements of this Part;
4) A copy of the school's official transcript for each program
that meets the requirements of this Part;
5) A Commitment Statement, as provided in the licensure
application packet, signed and dated by the school's chief administrative
officer; and
6) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
b) New schools that wish to offer nail technology, barbering,
hair braiding and/or esthetics in addition to cosmetology shall comply with
Sections 1175.375, 1175.805, 1175.1505 and/or 1175.1105.
c) When the items required by subsections (a) and (b) have been
received, the Division shall inspect the school premises, prior to school
approval, to determine compliance with this Subpart. School operations may not
commence, nor shall the school in any way solicit student enrollment, until the
school has received written notice of approval from the Division. Approval
will be granted if all of the requirements of this Subpart have been met.
(Source: Added at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159,
effective August 10, 2018)
| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.505 PHYSICAL SITE REQUIREMENTS
Section 1175.505 Physical
Site Requirements
a) Space Requirements
1) A school shall have a minimum of 1000 square feet of work
space. If the school has more than 20 students, an additional 30 square feet of
work space is required for each additional student if attendance on the clinic
floor exceeds 20 at any given time.
2) Work space shall include: dispensary and laboratory area.
Work space shall not include: classrooms, facial areas, rest rooms, halls,
checkrooms, conference rooms, storage space or other areas or facilities for
school administration.
3) Two restrooms shall be provided.
4) Cloak space separate from the work space shall be provided for
the public.
5) A public waiting area must be provided.
6) Schools shall provide a student lounge area that shall be
separated from the work area and sufficient space for each student to keep
school related and personal items.
7) All areas of the school shall be ventilated and lighted.
b) Equipment Requirements – All equipment shall be in working
condition and sufficient for the number of students enrolled. Minimum
requirements for school equipment are:
1) An entrance sign designating the name of the school.
2) A school seal.
3) A time clock or other equipment necessary for verification of
attendance and hours earned.
4) Two facial chairs to be placed in an enclosed or screened
area. Facial chairs shall only be used for facials and/or waxing.
5) One facial supply station containing astringents, lotions,
creams, makeup and other necessary supplies for facials.
6) Four shampoo chairs and 4 shampoo bowls with adequate hot and
cold running water.
7) One hood hair dryer for every 10 clinic stations.
8) Clinic station shall have at least 3 feet per student in the
class, including electrical outlets, mirror space,
manicuring/pedicuring table, and either a barber chair or styling chair.
One wet sanitizer shall be provided for each 10
clinic stations. If the barber chair or styling chair is not suitable for
manicures or pedicures, then a suitable nail patron chair shall be provided.
9) A chair for each student in the classroom and, when
appropriate, sufficient desk or table space.
10) Adequate number of covered disposal cans placed at convenient
locations.
11) At least one covered container for soiled towels in thework space.
12) Closed or covered space equipped for storing towels and
having sufficient storage space for 10 dozen towels per 20 students in the clinical
work area.
13) One mannequin for each student in attendance.
c) Sanitary Regulations
1) Clean outer garments must be worn at all times. No open toed
shoes shall be worn by students.
2) All instruments shall be sanitized before and after use on
each patron.
3) Clean towels shall be used for each patron.
4) Shampoo bowls must be sanitized after each use.
5) Hands must be cleansed before and after serving each patron.
6) After each patron is served, combs and brushes must be
cleansed, then immersed in a disinfectant, then rinsed in water and dried.
Combs and brushes shall be kept in a closed or covered container or space apart
from appliances that have not been disinfected.
7) The head rests of any chair shall be protected with a
disposable cover or clean towel and changed after each patron.
8) Non-disposable head coverings must be laundered and sanitized
after each separate use.
9) All powders, lotions, creams and other cosmetics shall be kept
in clean, closed containers. All cosmetics shall be applied by sanitary
applicators and removed from the container with a sanitary spatula.
10) No owner, manager, teacher or school administrator shall
knowingly permit any person suffering from a serious communicable disease as
defined in 77 Ill. Adm. Code 690 to work on the premises, or knowingly permit a
student to serve a patron with a serious communicable disease.
11) No animals or pets, except animal assistants for the
physically impaired, shall be permitted on school premises.
12) The floors, walls and furniture shall be kept clean at all
times.
13) An adequate supply of hot and cold running water shall be
available for school operation.
d) Textbooks/Teaching Materials – Textbooks shall be provided for
each student in attendance.
e) Teachers – The student/teacher ratio during clinical
instruction shall not exceed a 25 to 1 ratio.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.510 ENROLLMENT AGREEMENTS AND REFUND POLICIES
Section 1175.510 Enrollment
Agreements and Refund Policies
a) All licensed private cosmetology schools shall have enrollment
agreements that meet the requirements of Section 3B-12 of the Act. Licensed
public cosmetology schools will be deemed to be in compliance with this
provision if these schools comply with the requirements of their public
institution.
b) All licensed cosmetology schools shall implement refund
policies pursuant to Section 3B-13 of the Act and this Section.
1) When
notice of cancellation is given within 5 days after the date of enrollment, all
application and registration fees, tuition, and any other charges shall be
refunded to the student.
2) When
notice of cancellation is given after the fifth day following enrollment but before
the completion of the student's first day of class attendance, the school may
retain the application and registration fee, not to exceed $100, and the
cost of any books or materials that have been provided by the school and
retained by the student.
3) When
notice of cancellation is given after the student's completion of the first day
of class attendance but prior to the student's completion of 5% of the course
of instruction, the school may retain the application and registration fee, not
to exceed $100, 10% of the tuition, other instructional charges or $300,
whichever is less, and the cost of any books or materials that have been
provided by the school and retained by the student.
4) When
a student has completed 5% or more of the course of instruction, the school may
retain the application fee and registration fee, not to exceed $100, and
the cost of any books or materials provided by the school, but shall refund a
part of the tuition and other instructional charges in accordance with the
requirements of the school's regional or national accrediting agency, if any,
or in accordance with this subsection (b). (Section 3B-13(1)
of the Act)
c) For students who enroll in and begin classes, the following
schedule of tuition adjustment will be considered to meet the Division
standards for refunds:
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PERCENTAGE OF
A SCHEDULED
COURSE COMPLETED
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AMOUNT OF TUITION OWED TO THE SCHOOL
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|
|
|
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0.01% to
4.9%
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10%
|
|
5% to 9.9%
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30%
|
|
10% to
14.9%
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40%
|
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15% to
24.9%
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45%
|
|
25% to
49.9%
|
70%
|
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50% and
over
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100%
|
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.515 ADVERTISING
Section 1175.515 Advertising
All school advertising for
patrons must contain the words "Work Done Exclusively by Students" or
"All Work Done by Students" displayed in a conspicuous manner.
(Source: Amended at 30 Ill.
Reg. 9503, effective May 10, 2006)
| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.520 RECORDKEEPING - TRANSCRIPTS
Section 1175.520
Recordkeeping − Transcripts
a) Each school shall provide an official transcript showing the
entire program work of each student. The official transcript shall contain the
following information:
1) School name, address and phone number;
2) School seal;
3) School license number;
4) Signature of the owner, registrar or director of the school;
5) Student's name, address and social security number;
6) Actual dates student attended, including start date, end date
and graduation date;
7) Subject areas, required hours, earned hours, and grades
received (in a percentage form);
8) Any transfer hours citing the name and address of school
transferred from, subject areas, hours earned, and grades received (percentage);
and
9) Final examination grades (percentage).
b) The official transcript and school records for each student
shall be permanently maintained by the school in the following manner:
1) If maintained on the school premises, they shall be maintained
in a locked, fire-resistant cabinet. If official transcripts are maintained on
a computer system, history tapes or discs of all official records must be
stored in a locked, fire-resistant cabinet or electronically stored in a secure
off-site storage system.
2) If records, whether electronic or paper, cannot be maintained
on the premises in locked fire-resistant cabinets, duplicate student records,
including the official transcripts, shall be maintained at a separate location
that shall be made known to the Division. The records shall be accessible to Division
officials for inspection.
c) An official transcript and school records for students who
withdrew or dropped out of a program shall be maintained by the school for 5
years from the student's first day of attendance at the school.
d) A copy of the transcript shall be given to the student upon
graduation or other permanent exit from the school provided the student has met
all financial obligations set forth in the enrollment agreement set forth in
Section 3B-12 of the Act and Section 1175.510.
e) Transcripts from approved schools must meet the requirements
of this Section to be accepted by the Division for licensure.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.525 RECORDKEEPING HOURS EARNED
Section 1175.525
Recordkeeping – Hours Earned
a) Student Hours. A licensed school of cosmetology shall have a
written, published attendance policy.
1) When determining student hours, a school may define its
attendance requirements to include 100% attendance for the program length or
may allow excused absences for not more than 10% of the program for
satisfactory completion. Satisfactory completion is defined as completion of
all theory and practical work as outlined in school's curricula.
2) Student attendance policies shall be written and applied
uniformly and fairly.
3) The school must maintain documentation of excused absences for
at least 5 years.
4) The school must maintain attendance records for each student
to verify that the minimum attendance standard set forth by the school is being
met.
b) A complete and accurate record of hours of attendance for each
student must be recorded and maintained by the school.
c) If a time clock is used, each student shall punch his/her own
time card. No student, teacher or any other person shall punch the time card of
another student. If a time clock is not used, there shall be another
verifiable method used by the school to record student hours. The records must
be in a form that allows the student to receive a written report of hours
earned. This report of hours earned shall be provided to the student on a
monthly basis.
d) Credit for hours earned away from the school premises shall be
awarded only if students are supervised by a licensed instructor or by a
licensed cosmetologist in the case of an internship. Credit hours for outside
study may include workshops, educational programs, films, demonstrations and
internship training in a registered salon.
e) Hours earned away from the school premises shall be recorded
on school time forms. These forms shall include the school seal, name of
student, event or program attended, date attended, signature of student,
signature of supervising licensed instructor.
f) Instructors shall review the hours earned by each student
monthly. Each month the instructor shall issue a signed monthly report to the
student showing the actual number of hours earned by the student.
g) Time cards may be destroyed upon the student's permanent exit
from the school and after all hours earned are recorded on the official
transcript.
h) An hour is 60 minutes of instruction but not less than 50
minutes.
i) A licensed instructor shall supervise all classroom and
practical instruction. No credit shall be given for unsupervised study.
j) A cosmetology student is not permitted to serve the public
until he/she has successfully completed a combination of the 150 hours of basic
training requirements specified in Section 1175.530(a).
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
ADMINISTRATIVE CODE TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175 THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING, AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.530 CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS COSMETOLOGY
Section 1175.530 Curriculum
Requirements – Cosmetology
Each licensed cosmetology school
shall provide a program consisting of a minimum of 1,500 clock hours or a 50
credit hour equivalency (1 credit hour equals 30 clock hours) of instruction. The
licensed cosmetology school may provide online hours in theory, but online
hours shall not exceed 10% of the hours required in each of subsections (a), (b),
(c), (d), (e), (f) and (g). Instruction shall be a combination of classroom
instruction and hands on (practical and technical) experience. The minimum subjects
and number of hours shall be as follows for each category of training:
a) Basic Training – 150 hours:
1) tools and their use;
2) shampoo;
3) understanding chemicals and use;
4) all hair types and textures, including coil, curl, or wave
patterns, hair strand thicknesses, and volumes of hair;
5) sanitation;
6) hygiene;
7) skin diseases and conditions;
8) anatomy and physiology;
9) electricity;
10) ethics;
11) nail technology;
12) esthetics;
13) eyelash extensions, tabs and strips; and
14) the Act and this Part, including sanitary standards.
b) Practical Chemical Application/Hair Treatment – 500 hours:
1) chemical safety;
2) permanent waving;
3) hair coloring, tinting and bleaching;
4) hair relaxing;
5) hair and scalp conditioning;
6) shampooing, toning and rinsing.
c) Hair Styling/Hair Dressing – 475 hours:
1) cutting;
2) thinning;
3) shaping;
4) trimming;
5) application of electrical/mechanical equipment;
6) curling;
7) hair treatments;
8) blow drying.
d) Shop Management – 200 hours:
1) labor law;
2) workers' compensation;
3) client relations;
4) bookkeeping;
5) marketing and merchandising;
6) emergency first aid;
7) right-to-know laws;
8) pertinent State and local laws and rules;
9) business ethics;
10) sanitation;
11) electrical devices;
12) personal grooming and hygiene;
13) OSHA standards relating to chemical use.
e) Esthetics – 85 hours:
1) non-therapeutic
massage, excluding the scalp;
2) nutrition
and health of skin;
3) skin
analysis;
4) cleansing
the skin;
5) mask
therapy and facial treatments;
6) facial
treatments without the aid of machines;
7) electricity,
machines and apparatus;
8) facial
treatments with the aid of machines;
9) hair removal, including tweezer method, depilators, waxing and
their use;
10) professional makeup techniques, including application of
eyelash extensions, tabs and strips;
11) product knowledge as it relates to esthetics.
f) Nail Technology – 55 hours:
1) Fabric
procedures;
2) Sculpting
procedures;
3) Light
cured gels;
4) Machines
or apparatus used in nail technology;
5) Manicures;
6) Pedicures;
7) Hand,
arm and foot massage;
8) Other
procedures as they relate to nail technology;
9) Product
knowledge as it relates to nail technology.
g) Electives – 35 hours
h) Internship program is an optional part of the curriculum. If
a licensed cosmetology school chooses to establish an internship program, then
the internship program must comply with the requirements of this subsection (h):
1) An internship program:
A) May be substituted for 150 hours of the 1,500 hours as set
forth in this Section.
B) May be part of the curriculum of a licensed cosmetology school
and shall be an organized preplanned training program designed to allow a
student to learn hair dressing, sanitation, safety and shop management, hair
treatment, nail technology, hair braiding, and/or esthetics under the direct
supervision of a licensed cosmetologist in a registered salon.
2) A student in the internship program:
A) May participate in an internship program only after completing
750 hours of training with a minimum average grade of 80. A school may,
however, set the average grade higher and set other standards that a student
must meet to participate in the internship program.
B) May not spend more than 150 hours in an internship program.
C) May not be paid while participating in this internship program
as it is a part of the cosmetology curriculum of the school.
D) May work a maximum of 8 hours a day and shall be required to
spend 1 day a week at the school.
E) Shall be under the direct on site supervision of a licensed
cosmetologist. Only 1 student shall be supervised by 1 licensed cosmetologist.
3) A licensed cosmetology school shall state clearly in the enrollment
agreement that the school offers an internship program.
4) The licensed cosmetology school shall enter into a contract
with the student, the registered salon and licensed cosmetologist. The
contract shall contain all the provisions set forth in subsection (h)(2) and
any other requirements of the internship established by the school. The
contract shall be signed by the student, the school and the licensed
cosmetologist. Any party to the contract may terminate the contract at any
time.
i) Credit
for Barber School Training – Pursuant to Section 3-2 of the Act, a school of
cosmetology may, at its discretion, consistent with this Part, accept up to 1,000
hours of barber school training, in topics common to both barbering and
cosmetology, completed at a barber school toward the 1,500-hour program
requirement of cosmetology, provided that:
1) The student
must provide the cosmetology school with an official barber school transcript
that substantially meets the requirements of Section 1175.520, or other
appropriate documentation. The cosmetology school must maintain the transcript
or other appropriate documentation for five years from the student's graduation
date from the school;
2) The
cosmetology school must record the barber school course work accepted for
credit in the student's official cosmetology school transcript, including: the
course name, start and end dates, and the number of clock hours/credit hours
completed;
3) When
the accuracy of the relevance or sufficiency of the credited course work or
training is questioned by the Division or the Board because of noncompliance in
whole or in part with this Part, lack of information, discrepancies or
conflicts in information given or a need for clarification, the applicant
seeking licensure shall:
A) Provide
information as may be necessary;
B) If
requested by the Division, appear for an interview before the Board to explain
the relevance or sufficiency, clarify information or clear up any discrepancies
or conflicts in information; and/or
C) If
recommended by the Board, pass an examination pursuant to Section 3-6 of the
Act, complete a 250-hour refresher course at a licensed cosmetology school
licensed by the Division (see Section 1175.531) or complete other coursework as
recommended by the Board.
j) Credit
for Esthetics Training − Pursuant to Section 3-10 of the Act and
consistent with this Part, the Division shall not require a licensed
esthetician in good standing to complete the 85 hours of esthetics instruction
described in subsection (e). However, a licensed esthetician must still
complete the 150 hours of basic training described in subsection (a), including
the coursework in esthetics, sanitation and hygiene. A school of cosmetology
shall not require a licensed esthetician to complete the 85 hours of esthetics
instruction described in subsection (e) as a condition of graduation.
k) Credit
for Nail Technology Training − Pursuant to Section 3-10 of the Act and
consistent with this Part, the Division shall not require a licensed nail
technician in good standing to complete the 55 hours of nail technology
instruction described in subsection (f). However, a licensed nail technician
must still complete the 150 hours of basic training described in subsection
(a), including the coursework in nail technology, sanitation and hygiene. A
school of cosmetology shall not require a licensed nail technician to complete
the 55 hours of nail technology instruction described in subsection (f) as a
condition of graduation.
l) A
school may, as part of its educational program and on school premises, offer
cosmetology services to the public, through a student clinic, as a means of
providing students with practical experience. Services shall be provided by
students working under the supervision of one or more teachers. Students shall
receive no compensation, including tips, but shall receive credit for hours
worked towards the 1,500-hour education requirement. The school may provide
such services under the authority of its school license and is not required to
obtain a salon registration. The school shall post a sign visible to the
public advising that all services are provided by students. Except as provided
in this subsection, a school and a salon shall not operate within the same
premises.
(Source: Amended at 49 Ill. Reg. 12951,
effective October 6, 2025)
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| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.531 CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS COSMETOLOGY REFRESHER COURSE
Section 1175.531 Curriculum
Requirements – Cosmetology Refresher Course
a) The 250-hour cosmetology refresher course required under
Section 1175.410, 1175.420 or 1175.430 shall include a minimum of 250 clock hours
of training in the following categories, as defined in Section 1175.530:
1) Basic Training;
2) Practical Chemical Application/Hair Treatment;
3) Hair Styling/Hair Dressing;
4) Shop Management;
5) Esthetics; and
6) Nail Technology.
b) The refresher course in subsection (a) shall include a minimum
of 25 hours in basic training. The subjects covered in the remaining 225 hours
may be determined at the discretion of the school and/or teacher, provided the
refresher course includes training in each category listed in subsection (a). Instruction
shall be a combination of classroom instruction and hands on (practical and
technical) experience. However, instruction may include online hours in theory
not to exceed 10% of the total hours.
c) The 100-hour cosmetology refresher course set forth in Section
1175.410 shall be similar to the refresher course in subsection (a), except
that the school and/or teacher shall have the discretion to structure the
course to the individual needs of the student to better prepare the student for
again taking the examination.
(Source: Added at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159,
effective August 10, 2018)
| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.532 CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS 500-HOUR COSMETOLOGY COURSE FOR LICENSED BARBERS AND LICENSED BARBER TEACHERS
Section 1175.532 Curriculum
Requirements – 500-Hour Cosmetology Course for Licensed Barbers and Licensed
Barber Teachers
a) The 500-hour cosmetology course for licensed barbers seeking
licensure as a cosmetologist (see Section 3-9 of the Act), shall include a
minimum of 500 clock hours of instruction and practical experience and may
include online hours in theory not to exceed 10% of the total hours as follows:
1) Basic Training – 50 hours including the Act and this Part and
sanitary standards;
2) Practical
Chemical Application/Hair Treatment – 170 hours;
3) Hair
Styling/Hair Dressing – 160 hours;
4) Shop
Management – 65 hours;
5) Esthetics
– 30 hours;
6) Nail
Technology – 25 hours.
b) The
school may include an internship as part of this course.
(Source: Added at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159,
effective August 10, 2018)
| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.535 CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS COSMETOLOGY TEACHER
Section 1175.535 Curriculum
Requirements – Cosmetology Teacher
a) A licensed school that intends to provide teacher training
must utilize a teacher program that includes a minimum of 1000 clock hours or a
34 credit hour equivalency (1 credit hour equals 30 clock hours) of instruction.
The licensed school may provide online hours in theory, but online hours shall
not exceed 10% of the hours required in each of subsections (a)(1), (2), (3),
(4) and (5).The minimum number of hours shall as follows:
1) 500 hours of Post-Graduate School Training that includes all
subjects in the basic cosmetology curriculum (see Section 1175.530), including
theory and practice. Presentation of material must include the concepts that
are intended to be taught and the skills to be acquired during the various
phases of basic education.
2) 20 hours of Educational Psychology that shall include, but not
be limited to, topics in educational objectives, student characteristics and
development, the learning process, and an evaluation of learning that relates
to teaching. These hours shall be waived on behalf of cosmetology teacher
students who have completed a course in Educational Psychology at an accredited
college or university.
3) 20 hours of Teaching Methods (Theory) that shall include, but
not be limited to, topics in individual differences in learning, lesson
planning and design, lesson delivery, assessment of learning performance,
classroom management, student motivation and classroom climate. These hours
shall be waived on behalf of cosmetology teacher students who have completed a
course in Teaching Methods-Secondary Level at an accredited college or
university.
4) 150 hours of Application of Teaching Methods that includes preparation
and organization of subject matter to be presented on a unit by unit basis and
presentation of subject matter through application of varied methods (lecture,
demonstration, testing and assignments). Presentations must provide teaching
objectives to be accomplished and correlate theoretical with practical
application.
5) 50 hours of Business Methods that includes inventory,
recordkeeping, interviewing, supplies, the Act and this Part.
6) 260 hours of Student Teaching under the on-site supervision of
an Illinois licensed teacher. The student teacher shall present theoretical
and practical demonstrations to students in the basic curriculum.
b) The approved program for a 500-hour Teacher Training Course
shall be based on 2 years of practical experience and shall consist of the
Teacher Training Curriculum outlined in subsection (a), with the exception of
the 500 hours of post-graduate training.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.536 CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS COSMETOLOGY TEACHER AND COSMETOLOGY CLINIC TEACHER REFRESHER COURSES
Section 1175.536 Curriculum
Requirements – Cosmetology Teacher and Cosmetology Clinic Teacher Refresher
Courses
a) The 250-hour cosmetology teacher refresher course, referred to
in Sections 1175.420 and 1175.435, shall include a minimum of 250 clock hours
of instruction and practical experience in subjects in each of the categories
of training defined in Section 1175.535 and may include online hours in theory,
not to exceed 10% of the total hours, as follows:
1) 20 hours of Educational Psychology;
2) 20 hours of Teaching Methods (Theory);
3) 120 hours of Application of Teaching Methods;
4) 50 hours of Business Methods; and.
5) 40 additional hours of training as determined by the school or
teacher.
b) In the case of cosmetology teacher applicants who fail to pass
a third examination, the remedial training required by Section 1175.410(c)(2)
shall include 80 clock hours of additional instruction in the following
categories of training defined in Section 1175.535:
1) 40 hours of Teaching Methods (Theory).
2) 40 hours of Application of Teaching Methods.
c) In the case of cosmetology clinic teachers seeking restoration
by completing a cosmetology teacher refresher course, the course shall include
a minimum of 60 clock hours of instruction in the following categories of
training as defined in Section 1175.535:
1) 40 hours of Teaching Methods (Theory).
2) 20 hours of Application of Teaching Methods.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.540 FINAL EXAMINATION
Section 1175.540 Final
Examination
a) A school shall require each candidate for graduation to pass a
final examination that shall test the student's theoretical and practical
knowledge of the curriculum studied. A "final examination" shall
include a single final examinations or multiple examinations as determined by
the school.
b) The practical examination shall test the candidate's skills in
the following areas:
1) Hair cutting;
2) Thermal curl and blow drying;
3) Chemical permanent waving and relaxing;
4) Hair coloring and lightening;
5) Esthetics; and
6) Nail technology.
c) The examination shall be administered by the uniform
application of standard performance criteria established by the school for each
skill area. The standard performance criteria for each skill area shall be
delineated in the examination records as specified in subsection (h).
d) A passing score of 75 or greater shall be required on both the
theoretical and practical portions of the final examination or another state's
passing grade.
e) The school shall allow each candidate for graduation at least
3 attempts to pass the final exam.
f) The Division may monitor the administration of the final
examination:
1) As a result of a complaint received;
2) For random sampling;
3) To collect data; and/or
4) When the failure rate on the licensure examination for school
graduates is greater than 25%.
g) The Division shall maintain records of each school's graduate
failure rate on the licensing examination. The records shall reflect only
first examination attempts for each graduate. The examination results shall
not count toward the failure rate on the licensing examination if the student
transfers to the school from a closed school with one-half or more of the
required hours for graduation.
h) The school shall maintain records of the final examination for
a period of no less than 5 years in the manner prescribed in Section 1175.520.
These records shall include:
1) A copy of the final examination administered; and
2) Each student's examination grades.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.545 CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP
Section 1175.545 Change of
Ownership
a) For purposes of this Section, "change of ownership",
"sale" or "transfer" of a corporation means the transfer of
more than 50% of stock during a 14 day period. For purposes of this Section, "change
of ownership", "sale" or "transfer" of a partnership
means a change of more than 50% of the partners during a 14 day period. For purposes
of this Section, "change of ownership", "sale" or "transfer"
of an LLC means a change of more than 50% of the members during a 14 day
period. Any change of ownership of a parent business entity that owns the
school's owner shall not be considered a change of ownership of the school.
b) If a licensed school is to be sold or otherwise transferred,
the new owner must notify the Division at least 30 days in advance of the
effective date of the transfer of ownership. The notification shall include a
signed and dated letter from the pre-transfer owner acknowledging the planned
sale or transfer.
c) Upon filing notice to the Division, the new owner may continue
to operate the school under the previously issued license, provided that the
new owner submits an application for licensure with the Division within 30 days
after the effective date of the transfer of ownership by mailing to the
Division:
1) A signed and completed school application;
2) A detailed 8½ x 11 inch floor plan that is:
A) drawn
to scale;
B) shows
dimensions;
C) has
all areas labeled;
D) has all
fixtures shown; and
E) demonstrates compliance with the requirements of Section
1175.505;
3) A copy of:
A) a lease agreement showing at least a 1-year commitment to the use
of the school site, the name of the lessor and the name of the lessee; or
B) the certification of school site ownership;
4) A copy of the enrollment agreement that will be utilized by
the new owner;
5) A copy of curricula that will be used by the new owner;
6) A
sample copy of the school's official transcript;
7) A
Commitment Statement, as provided in the licensure application packet, signed
and dated by the school's chief administrative officer;
8) List
of all the names, addresses and current status of all schools in which the
applicant has previously owned any interest, and a declaration as to whether
any of these schools were ever denied accreditation or licensing or lost
accreditation or licensing from any government body or accrediting agency;
9) If
the new owner is a corporation, limited liability company, or partnership, a
copy of the following:
A) if
the owner is a domestic corporation, a filed copy of the Articles of Incorporation
filed with the Secretary of State or, in the case of a foreign corporation, a
filed copy of the Authority to Transact Business in Illinois accepted by and
filed with the Secretary of State;
B) if
the owner is a domestic limited liability company, a copy of the Articles of
Organization that were filed with the Secretary of State or, if the owner is a
foreign limited liability company, a copy of the Application for Admission to
Transact Business as a Foreign Limited Liability Company accepted by and filed
with the Secretary of State; or
C) if
the owner is a partnership, a listing of all partners and their addresses;
10) If the new owner will be conducting business under an assumed
name as described in the Assumed Business Name Act [805 ILCS 405], a copy of
the application to adopt an assumed name filed with the government office
responsible for approving the assumed name;
11) An official fire inspection report by the local fire
inspection authority conducted within 6 months prior to application approving
the school site;
12) A financial statement indicating sufficient current finances
exist to operate the school for at least 3 months. The Division will not accept
a bank statement as sufficient proof to meet this requirement. This financial
statement shall include reporting cash assets on hand and any liabilities and
shall be prepared by either a certified public accountant or a person
knowledgeable about the finances of the school. Any financial statement
submitted by a person who is not a certified public accountant must contain a
signed statement certifying under penalty of perjury that the information is
true and accurate based upon inspection of the financial records of the school;
13) If a name change is to also occur, all documents submitted
must include the new name, and the new owner must submit a sample of the new
school seal and a photo of the new school sign; and
14) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
d) Once the items listed in subsection (c) have been received,
the Division shall conduct an inspection prior to approval of the change of ownership.
Approval will be granted if all of the requirements of Subpart E have been met.
e) If the new owner fails to submit a new application within 30
days, or if the Division does not approve the school, the school shall remain
closed until final Division approval is received.
f) The new owner is responsible for ensuring that the school is
in compliance withall current provisions of the Act and this Part.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill. Reg.
15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.550 CHANGE OF LOCATION
Section 1175.550 Change of
Location
a) When the location of a licensed school is to be changed, the
school owner shall submit to the Division the following:
1) Written notice to the Division at least 30 days in advance of
the school site change;
2) A signed and completed school application;
3) A detailed 8½ x 11 inch floor plan that is:
A) drawn to scale;
B) shows dimensions;
C) has all areas labeled;
D) has all fixtures shown; and
E) demonstrates compliance with the requirements of Section
1175.505;
4) A copy of:
A) a lease agreement showing at least a 1-year commitment, the
address of the school site, the name of the lessor, and the name of the lessee;
or
B) the certification of ownership of school site;
5) An official fire inspection report by the local fire
inspection authority conducted within 6 months prior to application, approving
the site; and
6) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
b) Once the items listed in subsection (a) have been received,
the Division shall inspect the premises to determine compliance with this
Part. If any changes affecting the items in subsection (a) are made prior to
inspection, the school owner must notify the Division in writing. School
operations shall not commence at the new location nor may the school in any way
solicit student enrollment until the owners have received written notice of
approval from the Division. Approval will be granted if all of the requirements
of this Subpart E have been met.
c) If the change of location is due to natural destruction of, or
other severe damage to, the original premises due to circumstances beyond the
control of the owner, a temporary site may be used to teach theory classes
only.
1) The temporary site must be inspected prior to its use and must
possess light, ventilation and tables and chairs for the number of students in
a classroom and must be clean.
2) The temporary site may be used for a period of 2 months. The
2-month period can be extended for good cause. Good cause includes, but is not
limited to, unexpected delays in construction, delays in lease arrangements, or
delays in equipment delivery.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.555 CHANGE OF NAME
Section 1175.555 Change of
Name
When changing the name of a
licensed school, a written request for a name change, along with supporting
documentation and the required fee specified in Section 1175.100, shall be submitted
30 days in advance of any name change. The Division shall then issue an
updated license. At the time of the change of name, all identifying signs and
materials must be changed to conform to the new name on the school license.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.560 EXPANSION
Section 1175.560 Expansion
a) Written notice shall be given to the Division 30 days prior to
any expansion of a licensed school.
b) Off-Site Classrooms
1) When the expansion will result in an off-site classroom
location, a completed school application must be submitted along with:
A) A detailed 8½ x 11 inch floor plan that is:
i) drawn
to scale;
ii) shows
dimensions;
iii) that
has all areas labeled;
iv) has
all fixtures shown; and
v) demonstrates compliance with the requirements of Section
1175.505;
B) A copy of:
i) a lease showing at least a 1-year commitment to the use of
the school site, the address of the school site, the name of the lessor, and
the name of the lessee; or
ii) the
certification of ownership of the proposed school site;
C) An official fire inspection report, from the local fire inspection
authority conducted within 6 months prior to application, giving approval for
use of the site as a classroom location;
D) A statement from the school owner outlining the purpose of the
classroom location;
E) A listing of any and all additional teachers who will be added
to the teaching staff as a result of the expansion; and
F) The
required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
2) An off-site classroom location is defined as a separate
classroom, not continuously joined, that is located within 5 miles of the main
school site that serves to provide adequate space in which to train an overflow
of students. A clinic may not be operated at an off-site classroom location. A
school may establish only 1 off-site classroom location. All identifying signs
and materials must reflect the name of the main school.
c) When an on-site expansion is to accommodate an increased
enrollment, a completed school application shall be submitted along with:
1) A detailed 8½ x 11 inch floor plan of the entire site that has
dimensions and demonstrates meeting the requirements of Section 1175.505;
2) A statement from the school owner outlining the purpose of the
expansion;
3) A listing of any and all additional teachers who will be added
to the teaching staff as a result of the expansion; and
4) The required inspection fee.
d) Upon receipt of the items listed in subsections (b) and (c),
the Division shall inspect the expansion site to determine compliance with this
Part. If any changes affecting the items in subsections (b) and (c) are made
prior to inspection, the school owner must notify the Division in writing. The
site shall not be used until such inspection has occurred and the owner has
received written notification of approval from the Division. Approval will be
granted if all of the requirements of this Subpart E have been met.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.565 DISCONTINUANCE OF PROGRAM
Section 1175.565
Discontinuance of Program
a) The Division shall receive a minimum of 30 days written notice
of a school's intent to discontinue its program. The notice shall include the
exact location where the student records are to be stored.
b) The school owner shall notify the Division in writing of the actual
closing date of the school.
c) All school records shall be maintained after the school
closes.
d) The school must continue to meet the requirements of the Act
and this Part until the actual closing date.
e) Each student enrolled at the time of discontinuation must be
provided an official transcript of all hours earned while enrolled in the
program.
f) Students who have acquired 750 or more clock hours before
their school closes shall be allowed to transfer all accumulated hours to
another licensed cosmetology school with the approval of that school. Schools
accepting these hours shall not be credited with the students' pass/fail
statistics, set forth in Section 1175.570(b), resulting from their first
attempt on the Illinois Cosmetology examination.
g) Each student shall be given a refund prorated to at least
reflect the percentage of time remaining to complete the course of instruction.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.570 WITHDRAWAL OF LICENSURE
Section 1175.570 Withdrawal
of Licensure
a) The Division may withdraw, suspend or place on probation,
pursuant to 68 Ill. Adm. Code 1110, the licensure of a school of cosmetology
when the quality of the program has been affected by any of the following
causes:
1) Gross or repeated violations of any provisions of the Act or
this Part;
2) Fraud or dishonesty in furnishing transcripts or documentation
for evaluation of the school;
3) Failure to meet the criteria for school approval in Section
1175.500 or 1175.501;
4) Failure to administer the final examination as specified in
this Part;
5) Failure to maintain final examination grades for each student
and a master of the examination administered as specified in this Part;
6) Fraud or dishonesty in providing transcripts to students who
have fulfilled all obligations under Section 1175.510;
7) Failure to provide transcripts to students;
8) A finding by the U.S. Office of Education or Illinois Student
Assistance Commission that a school has misappropriated or misused grant or
loan monies or has aided in obtaining those monies by providing fraudulent or
untruthful information; or
9) Any other violations of the Act and this Part.
b) The Division shall give written notice and a hearing pursuant
to 68 Ill. Adm. Code 1110 when Division approval of a school is proposed to be
withdrawn.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
SUBPART F: CONTINUING EDUCATION - COSMETOLOGY/COSMETOLOGY TEACHER
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.600 SPONSOR APPROVAL (REPEALED)
Section 1175.600 Sponsor
Approval (Repealed)
(Source: Repealed at 21 Ill. Reg. 7277, effective May 29, 1997)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.605 DEPARTMENT SUPERVISION (REPEALED)
Section 1175.605 Department
Supervision (Repealed)
(Source: Repealed at 21 Ill. Reg. 7277, effective May 29, 1997)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.610 CREDIT HOURS (REPEALED)
Section 1175.610 Credit
Hours (Repealed)
(Source: Repealed at 21 Ill. Reg. 7277, effective May 29, 1997)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.615 WAIVER OF CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS (REPEALED)
Section 1175.615 Waiver of
Continuing Education Requirements (Repealed)
(Source: Repealed at 21 Ill. Reg. 7277, effective May 29, 1997)
SUBPART G: ESTHETICS
ADMINISTRATIVE CODE TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175 THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING, AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.700 EXAMINATION ESTHETICS
Section 1175.700 Examination
– Esthetics
a) Eligibility. Each applicant must meet the following
requirements (see Section 3A-2 of the Act) prior to filing an application for
the esthetician examination:
1) Be at least 16 years of age;
2) Be a high school graduate or its equivalent or be beyond the
age of compulsory school attendance; and
3) Graduate from an esthetics or cosmetology school approved by
the Division to teach esthetics in accordance with Subpart H, which includes a 750
hour program in the study of esthetics extending over a period of not less
than 18 weeks nor more than 4 consecutive years.
b) Application. Each applicant shall file an application for
examination, on forms provided by the Division. The application shall include:
1) An official transcript showing successful completion of the
required training outlined in subsection (a) and a passing grade on the final examination
or examinations administered by the school as set forth in Section 1175.845;
2) Official transcripts showing successful completion of remedial
training (125-hour refresher course) when required by Section 3A-2 of the Act;
3) Proof of any name change (i.e., marriage license, divorce
decree, affidavit or court order) if the applicant's name is other than that shown
on the submitted;
4) If licensed as an esthetician or holding a related license in
another state, a certification of licensure from the state of original
licensure and from the state of current licensure or most recent practice;
5) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100; and
6) The required examination fee required by the Department's
testing service.
c) Examination.
Each applicant shall take and pass the esthetics examination as required in
Section 1175.710.
d) An
applicant's training received from a cosmetology or esthetics school or similar
institution located in another state, other jurisdiction of the United States,
or foreign jurisdiction must substantially comply with the requirements set
forth in Subpart H. An applicant seeking credit for training or licensure in a
foreign country must provide educational training credentials and transcripts
and/or evidence of licensure to determine if the applicant's program
substantially complies with the requirements set forth in Subparts G and H.
The Board may, as a means of assisting it in the review of foreign country
training or licensure, require an applicant to submit his/her educational
training credentials and transcripts and/or evidence of licensure to an
approved education credentialing evaluation service or similar service approved
by the Board for evaluation at the cost to the applicant. The Board may also
require additional coursework or a 125-hour esthetician refresher course from a
school licensed by the Division as set forth in Section 1175.836. The Board
may also require an applicant to appear for an interview before the Board or to
provide additional information to assist the Board in its evaluation of the
applicant's training.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159,
effective August 10, 2018)
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ADMINISTRATIVE CODE TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175 THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING, AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.705 LICENSURE BY EXAMINATION ESTHETICS TEACHER
Section 1175.705 Licensure
by Examination – Esthetics Teacher
a) Eligibility. Each applicant must meet the following
requirements pursuant to Section 3A-3 of the Act prior to filing an application
for the esthetics teacher examination:
1) Be at least 18 years of age;
2) Be a high school graduate or its equivalent;
3) Hold a current license as a cosmetologist or esthetician;
4) Either:
A) Complete a program of 500 hours of teacher training in an
approved cosmetology or esthetics school and 2 years of experience as a
licensed cosmetologist or esthetician within 5 years preceding application; or
B) Complete a program of 750 hours of teacher training in a
licensed cosmetology school approved to teach esthetics or in an esthetics
school.
b) Application. Each applicant shall file an application, on
forms provided by the Division. The application shall include:
1) Proof of any name change (i.e., marriage license, divorce
decree, affidavit or court order) if the applicant's name is other than that shown
on submitted documents;
2) Either:
A) An official transcript from an approved school of esthetics or
cosmetology showing successful completion of a 500-hour program of teacher
training as set forth in Section 1175.535 or 1175.840 and 2 employment
verification forms showing at least 2 years of the last 5 years preceding the
examination of practical experience as a licensed esthetician or cosmetologist;
or
B) An official transcript from an approved school of esthetics or
cosmetology showing completion of a program of 750 hours of teacher training as
set forth in Section 1175.535 or 1175.840;
3) A copy of the applicant's current Illinois esthetician or
cosmetology license;
4) If licensed in another state, a certification of licensure
from the state of original licensure and from the state of current licensure or
most recent practice; and
5) The examination fee required by the Department's testing
service.
c) Examination.
Each applicant shall take and pass the esthetics teacher examination as
required in Section 1175.710.
d) An
applicant's training received from a cosmetology or esthetics school or similar
institution located in another state, other jurisdiction of the United States,
or foreign jurisdiction must substantially comply with the requirements set
forth in Subpart H. An applicant seeking credit for training or licensure in a
foreign country must provide educational training credentials and transcripts
and/or evidence of licensure to determine if the applicant's program
substantially complies with the requirements set forth in Subparts G and H.
The Board may, as a means of assisting it in the review of foreign country
training or licensure, require an applicant to submit his/her educational
training credentials and transcripts and/or evidence of licensure to an
approved education credentialing evaluation service or similar service approved
by the board for evaluation at the cost to the applicant. The Board may also
require additional coursework or a 125-hour esthetician refresher course from a
school licensed by the Division as set forth in Section 1175.836. The Board
may also require an applicant to appear for an interview before the Board or to
provide additional information to assist the Board in its evaluation of the
applicant's training.
e) The
required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159,
effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175 THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING, AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.710 EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS
Section 1175.710 Examination
Requirements
a) Examinations shall be administered by the Division or its
designated testing service for estheticians and esthetics teachers and shall
cover both theoretical and practical knowledge that shall include but not be
limited to:
1) Product
chemistry;
2) Sanitary
rules and regulations;
3) Sanitary
procedures;
4) Chemical
service procedures;
5) Knowledge
of the anatomy of the skin as it relates to applicable services under the Act;
6) The
provisions and requirements of the Act; and
7) Labor
and compensation laws.
b) The passing grade on each examination is 75 or another state's
passing grade.
c) Retakes
1) Esthetician. An applicant who fails to pass a third
examination to become a licensed esthetician must submit an official transcript
from a cosmetology school approved to teach esthetics or an esthetics school
approved by the Division showing successful completion of a 125-hour esthetician
refresher course from a school licensed by the Division as set forth in Section
1175.836, prior to taking the examination a fourth time.
2) Esthetics Teacher. An applicant who fails to pass a third
examination to become a licensed esthetics teacher must submit an official
transcript from a licensed esthetics or cosmetology school approved to instruct
esthetics teachers showing successful completion of a 60-hour refresher course
prior to taking the examination a fourth time.
3) For purposes of the examination retakes, the fourth attempt
shall count as the first.
4) An applicant shall make a written request for an examination
retake at least 45 days in advance of the examination date. The request must
include the required examination fee and official transcripts when further
study is required in accordance with subsections (c)(1) and (2).
d) If an
applicant has not submitted an application for licensure within 12 months after
taking and passing the examination, the applicant must retake and pass the
examination prior to being granted a license.
(Source:
Amended at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.715 APPLICATION FOR LICENSURE (REPEALED)
Section 1175.715 Application
for Licensure (Repealed)
(Source: Repealed at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.716 LICENSURE BY ACCEPTANCE OF EXAMINATION ESTHETICIAN
Section 1175.716 Licensure
by Acceptance of Examination – Esthetician
a) Eligibility. If the applicant does not hold a license as an
esthetician or esthetics teacher in any jurisdiction of the United States but
has completed esthetics training and passed an esthetics licensing examination
in that jurisdiction substantially similar to the requirements of the Act and
this Part, the applicant shall apply for licensure under this Section.
b) Application. Each applicant shall file an application for acceptance
of examination on forms provided by the Division. The application shall
include:
1) An official transcript from the school or program showing
successful completion of training;
2) Proof of passage of the licensing examination within 12 months
of application; and
3) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
(Source: Added at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159,
effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.717 LICENSURE BY ACCEPTANCE OF EXAMINATION ESTHETICS TEACHER
Section 1175.717 Licensure
by Acceptance of Examination – Esthetics Teacher
a) Eligibility. If the applicant has an esthetician license in
any jurisdiction of the United States, does not hold an esthetics teacher
license in any jurisdiction of the United States, and has completed teacher
training and passed a teacher examination in another jurisdiction of the United
States other than Illinois substantially similar to the requirements of the Act
and this Part, the applicant shall apply for licensure under this Section.
b) Application. Each applicant shall file an application for
acceptance of examination on forms provided by the Division. The application
shall include:
1) Proof of licensure as an esthetician in this or another jurisdiction
of the United States;
2) Proof of 2 years of practical experience as a licensed
esthetician within 5 years preceding the application;
3) An official transcript from the school or program showing
successful completion of teacher training;
4) Proof of passage of a teacher licensing examination within 12
months preceding the application; and
5) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
(Source: Added at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159,
effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.720 LICENSURE BY ENDORSEMENT
Section 1175.720 Licensure
by Endorsement
a) An applicant who is currently registered or licensed as an
esthetician in another state or jurisdiction of the United States and who is
seeking licensure in Illinois by endorsement shall file an application, on
forms provided by the Division, that includes:
1) An official certification of licensure from the state or
government board in the applicant's jurisdiction of original licensure and from
the state or government board in which the applicant is currently licensed and
practicing, if other than the original, stating the applicant's name, the
esthetician license number, the original issuance date and the expiration date.
The license issued must be the same or substantially similar to the esthetics
license issued by the Division;
2) Proof of any name change (i.e., marriage license, divorce
decree, affidavit or court order) if the applicant's name is other than that
shown on submitted documents; and
3) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
b) An applicant who is currently registered or licensed as an
esthetics teacher in another state or jurisdiction of the United States and who
is seeking licensure in Illinois by endorsement shall file an application, on
forms provided by the Division, that includes:
1) An official certification of licensure from the state or
government board in the applicant's jurisdiction of original licensure and from
the state or government board in which the applicant is currently licensed and
practicing, if other than the original, stating the applicant's name, the
esthetics teacher license number, the original issuance date and the expiration
date. The license issued must be the same or substantially similar to the
esthetics teacher license issued by the Division;
2) Proof of any name change (i.e., marriage license, divorce
decree, affidavit or court order) if the applicant's name is other than that
shown on submitted documents; and
3) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
c) An applicant who is currently registered or licensed as an
esthetician in a foreign country and who is seeking licensure in Illinois by
endorsement shall file an application, on forms provided by the Division, that
includes:
1) An official document from the government agency, board or
council in the applicant's original jurisdiction of practice stating the
applicant's name, the esthetician license number, the original issuance date,
the expiration date, a brief description of any licensure or exit examination
taken to qualify for the license, and the grades received. The license issued
in a foreign country must be the same or substantially similar to the esthetics
license issued by the Division;
2) An official transcript from the school or schools attended by
the applicant showing the individual subject areas completed and the hours
completed by the applicant, with the school seal affixed, or an official
certification from the government agency, board or council showing the
individual subject areas completed and the hours completed by the applicant,
with the board, agency or council seal affixed. Educational training
credentials and transcripts and/or evidence of licensure obtained in a foreign country
must be submitted to determine if the applicant's program substantially
complies with the requirements set forth in Subparts G and H. The Board may,
as a means of assisting it in the review of foreign country training or
licensure, require an applicant to submit his/her educational training
credentials and transcripts and/or evidence of licensure to an approved
education credentialing evaluation service or similar service approved by the Board
for evaluation at the cost to the applicant. The scope of practice and
education requirements must be the same or substantially similar to the
esthetics license issued by the Division. The Board may require additional
coursework or a 125-hour esthetician refresher course (see Section 1175.836) from
a school licensed by the Division or may require an applicant to pass the
esthetics examination. The Board may also require an applicant to appear for
an interview before the Board or to provide additional information to assist
the Board in its evaluation of the applicant's training;
3) Evidence that the applicant has practiced esthetics in another
jurisdiction for at least 3 years after completing the requirements to qualify
for registration or licensure in that particular jurisdiction, but within 5
years preceding his/her application for endorsement. This evidence may be in
the form of affidavits from at least 3 clients, coworkers or business owners
who can verify the applicant's practice as an esthetician;
4) Proof of any name change (i.e., marriage license, divorce
decree, affidavit or court order) if the applicant's name is other than that
shown on submitted documents; and
5) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
d) An applicant who is currently registered or licensed as an
esthetics teacher in a foreign country and who is seeking licensure as an
esthetics teacher in Illinois by endorsement shall file an application, on
forms provided by the Division, that includes:
1) An official document from the government agency, board or
council in the applicant's jurisdiction of original licensure stating the
applicant's name, the esthetics teacher number, the original issuance date, the
expiration date, a brief description of any licensure or exit examination taken
to qualify for the license, and the grades received. The license issued in a
foreign country must be the same or substantially similar to the esthetics
teacher license issued by the Division;
2) An official transcript from the school or schools attended by
the applicant showing the individual subject areas completed and the hours
completed by the applicant, with the school seal affixed, or an official
certification from the government agency, board or council showing the
individual subject areas completed and the hours completed by the applicant, with
the agency, board or council seal affixed. Educational training credentials and
transcripts and/or evidence of licensure obtained in a foreign country shall be
submitted to determine if the applicant's program substantially complies with
the requirements set forth in Subparts G and H. The Board may, as a means of
assisting it in the review of foreign country training or licensure, require an
applicant to submit his/her educational training credentials and transcripts
and/or evidence of licensure to an approved education credentialing evaluation
service or similar service approved by the Board for evaluation at the cost to
the applicant. The scope of practice and education requirements must be the
same or substantially similar to the esthetics teacher license issued by the
Division. The Board may require additional coursework, a 125-hour esthetics
refresher course from a school licensed by the Division as set forth in Section
1175.836, a 60-hour esthetics teacher refresher course, or an applicant to pass
the esthetics examination and/or esthetics teacher examination. The Board may
also require an applicant to appear for an interview before the Board or to
provide additional information to assist the Board in its evaluation of the
applicant's training;
3) Evidence that the applicant has practiced as an esthetics
teacher in another jurisdiction for at least 3 years after completing the
requirements to qualify for registration or licensure in that particular
jurisdiction, but within 5 years preceding his/her application for endorsement.
This evidence may be in the form of affidavits from at least 3 clients, coworkers,
business owners, students or school administrators who can verify the applicant's
practice as an esthetics teacher.
4) Proof of name change (i.e., marriage license, divorce decree,
affidavit or court order) if the applicant's name is other than that shown on
any of the documents submitted; and
5) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
e) An applicant for licensure as an esthetician who is licensed
in another jurisdiction may be given 150 hours of educational credit for every
12-month period during which he/she was lawfully employed as an esthetician.
To obtain credit for work experience, the applicant must submit verification of
employment in support of the work experience on forms provided by the Division
from at least 3 clients, coworkers or business owners. A certification of
licensure from the jurisdiction in which the lawful practice is claimed must
also be submitted.
f) An applicant applying for licensure as an esthetician or
esthetics teacher on the basis of endorsement who has previously failed the
licensing examination in Illinois shall not be approved for licensure on the
basis of endorsement unless and until he/she provides verification of
successful completion of a substantially equivalent licensure examination. The
successful completion of the substantially equivalent examination must occur
after the most recently failed examination attempt in Illinois. An applicant
may be required to appear before the Board to answer questions about any
examination taken by the applicant. The Board may recommend the completion of
additional coursework by an applicant prior to licensure.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.721 LICENSED COSMETOLOGY TEACHER SEEKING LICENSE AS ESTHETICS TEACHER
Section 1175.721 Licensed
Cosmetology Teacher Seeking License as Esthetics Teacher
a) A licensed cosmetology teacher may apply for licensure as an
esthetics teacher. An applicant will not be required to take the esthetics
teacher examination and shall file an application on forms provided by the
Division that includes:
1) The
applicant's current cosmetology teacher license number; and
2) The
required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
b) Nothing in this Part requires a licensed cosmetologist to
obtain a license to practice esthetics or a licensed cosmetology teacher to
obtain a license to practice or to teach esthetics.
(Source: Added at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159,
effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.722 LICENSED NAIL TECHNOLOGY TEACHER SEEKING LICENSE AS ESTHETICS TEACHER
Section 1175.722 Licensed
Nail Technology Teacher Seeking License as Esthetics Teacher
A licensed nail technology
teacher may apply for licensure as an esthetics teacher. An applicant will not
be required to take the esthetics teacher examination and shall file an
application, on forms provided by the Division, that includes:
a) The
applicant's current nail technology teacher license number;
b) The applicant's esthetics license number or proof of
completion of all requirements of Section 1175.700; and
c) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
(Source: Added at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159,
effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.725 RENEWALS
Section 1175.725 Renewals
a) Every license issued under the Act shall expire as follows:
1) Esthetics teacher and esthetics school licenses shall expire
on September 30 of each even-numbered year.
2) Esthetician licenses shall expire on September 30 of each odd-numbered
year.
3) The holder of a license may renew the license during the month
preceding its expiration date.
b) Applicants for renewal shall:
1) Submit a completed renewal application.
2) Esthetician. Certify on the renewal application to successful
completion of a minimum of 10 hours of CE from a sponsor registered with the Division,
in accordance with Section 1175.1200, within the 2 years prior to the
expiration date of the license. Certify compliance with Section 1175.1220.
3) Esthetics Teacher. Certify on the renewal application to
successful completion of a minimum of 20 hours of CE from a sponsor registered
with the Division, in accordance with Section 1175.1200, within the 2 years
prior to the expiration date of the license. Certify compliance with Section
1175.1220. Ten of the 20 hours shall be in the following areas:
A) Teaching methodology;
B) Educational psychology;
C) Classroom management; or
D) Other teaching related courses.
4) Submit the required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
c) A renewal applicant is not required to comply with CE for the
first renewal after issuance of original license.
d) The Division may require additional evidence demonstrating
compliance with the CE requirements (i.e., certificate of attendance or
certificate of completion). It is the responsibility of each renewal applicant
to retain or otherwise produce evidence of this compliance. The evidence shall
be required in the context of the Division's random audit.
e) It is the responsibility of each licensee to notify the Division
of any change of address. Failure to receive a renewal form from the Division
shall not constitute an excuse for failure to renew a license.
f) Practicing or operating on a license that has expired shall be
considered unlicensed activity and shall be grounds for discipline pursuant to
Section 4-7 of the Act.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.730 RESTORATION ESTHETICS
Section 1175.730 Restoration
– Esthetics
a) Application for Restoration
1) A person applying for restoration of a license as an
esthetician that has been expired for less than 5 years shall submit an
application on forms provided by the Division and:
A) Pay the required fee set forth in Section 1175.100; and
B) Provide evidence of successful completion of 10 hours of CE in
accordance with Section 1175.1200, earned within the 2 years immediately
preceding the restoration.
2) If restoring after active military service, a copy of the
applicant's DD-214 and the current renewal fee.
b) A person applying for restoration of a license as an
esthetician that has been expired for 5 years or more shall submit an
application on forms provided by the Division along with either:
1) All of the following:
A) Verification of employment attesting to lawful practice in
another jurisdiction for at least 24 months within the 5 years preceding
application for restoration from at least 3 clients, coworkers or business
owners;
B) Certification of licensure from the licensing authority in the
jurisdiction of employment stating that the practice was authorized;
C) A completed Restoration Questionnaire;
D) Evidence of successful completion of 10 hours of CE earned
within the 2 years immediately preceding restoration; and
E) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100; or
2) A copy of the applicant's DD-214 and the current renewal fee
if restoring from active military service.
c) An applicant for restoration under subsection (b) who is
unable to comply with one or both of subsections (b)(1)(A) and (B) shall submit
official transcripts showing successful completion of a 125-hour esthetics
refresher course from an approved cosmetology or esthetics school or pass the
esthetics licensure examination pursuant to Section 1175.710 within 2 years
prior to or within 2 years after application for restoration. An applicant who
completes this refresher course or takes the examination shall not also be
required to complete 10 hours of CE, but shall comply with the remaining
requirements of subsection (b).
d) If an applicant takes and fails the examination, the license
will not be restored until he/she has successfully completed the examination.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.735 RESTORATION - ESTHETICS TEACHER
Section 1175.735 Restoration
− Esthetics Teacher
a) A person applying for restoration of a license as an esthetics
teacher or esthetics clinic teacher that has been expired or been on inactive
status for less than 5 years shall submit an application on forms provided by
the Division. An applicant shall also submit evidence of successful completion
of 20 hours of CE in accordance with Section 1175.1210 earned within the 2
years immediately preceding the restoration and the required fee set forth in
Section 1175.100. If restoring after active military service, an applicant
shall submit a copy of the applicant's DD-214 and the current renewal fee.
b) A person applying for restoration of a certificate as an
esthetics teacher that has been expired for 5 years or more shall submit an
application on forms provided by the Division, along with either:
1) All of the following:
A) Verification of employment as an esthetics teacher in another
jurisdiction for at least 24 months within the 5 years preceding application
for restoration from at least 3 students, coworkers or school owners;
B) Certification of licensure from the licensing authority in the
jurisdiction of employment;
C) Evidence of successful completion of 20 hours of CE earned
within the 2 years immediately preceding the restoration;
D) A completed Restoration Questionnaire; and
E) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100; or
2) If restoring after active military service, a copy of the
applicant's DD-214 and the current renewal fee.
c) An applicant for restoration of an esthetics teacher license under
subsection (b) who is unable to comply with one or both of subsections (b)(1)(A)
and (B) shall submit official transcripts showing successful completion of a
125-hour teacher refresher course set forth in Section 1175.836 from an
approved esthetics or cosmetology school or pass the esthetics teacher
examination in accordance with Section 1175.710 within 2 years prior to or
within 2 years after application for restoration. An applicant who completes
this refresher course shall not also be required to complete 20 hours of CE,
but shall comply with the remaining requirements of subsection (b).
d) If an applicant takes and fails the examination, the license
will not be restored until he/she has passed the examination.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
SUBPART H: ESTHETICS SCHOOLS
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.800 ESTHETICS SCHOOL APPLICATION PRIVATE SCHOOLS
Section 1175.800 Esthetics
School Application – Private Schools
a) An applicant for a private esthetics school license shall
submit a completed application to the Division with the following information
and documentation:
1) A detailed 8½ x 11 inch floor plan that is:
A) drawn
to scale;
B) shows
dimesions;
C) has
all areas labeled;
D) has
all fixtures shown; and
E) demonstrates compliance with the requirements of Section 1175.305;
2) A copy of:
A) a lease showing at least a 1-year commitment to the use of the
school site, the address of the school site, the name of the lessor and the
name of the lessee; or
B) the certification
of ownership of the proposed school site;
3) If the owner is a corporation, a filed copy of the Articles of
Incorporation; if the owner is a limited liability company, a filed copy of the
Articles of Organization; if the owner is a partnership, a listing of all
partners and their current addresses;
4) If the owner will be conducting business under an assumed name
as described in the Assumed Business Name Act [805 ILCS 405], a copy of the
application to adopt an assumed name filed with the government office
responsible for approving the assumed name;
5) An official fire inspection report from the local fire inspection
authority conducted within 6 months prior to application giving approval for
use of the site as a school;
6) A financial statement indicating sufficient current finances
exist to operate the school for at least 3 months. The Division will not
accept a bank statement as sufficient proof to meet this requirement. The
financial statement shall include reporting cash assets on hand and any
liabilities and shall be prepared by either a certified public accountant or a
person knowledgeable about the finances of the school. Any financial statement
submitted by a person who is not a certified public accountant must contain a
signed statement certifying under penalty of perjury that the information is
true and accurate based upon inspection of the financial records of the school;
7) A copy of the official enrollment agreement to be used by the
school, which shall be consistent with the requirements of Section 1175.815;
8) A listing of all teachers, including their teacher license
numbers, who will be in the school's employ;
9) A copy of the curricula that will be followed for each program
that meets the requirements of Section 1175.835;
10) A copy of the school's official transcript for each program
that complies with the requirements of Section 1175.835; and
11) A Commitment Statement, as provided in the licensure
application packet, signed and dated by the school's chief administrative
officer; and
12) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
b) When the items listed in subsection (a) have been received,
the Division shall inspect the school premises, prior to school approval, to
determine compliance with this Subpart. School operations shall not commence,
nor shall the school in any way solicit student enrollment, until the school
has received written notice of approval from the Division. Approval will be
granted if all of the requirements of this Subpart H have been met.
c) Esthetics schools shall only offer instruction in esthetics
and esthetics teacher education.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.801 ESTHETICS SCHOOL APPLICATION PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Section 1175.801 Esthetics
School Application – Public Schools
a) An applicant for a public esthetics school license shall
submit a completed application to the Division with the following information
and documentation:
1) A detailed 8½ x 11 inch floor plan that is:
A) drawn
to scale;
B) shows
dimesions;
C) has
all areas labeled;
D) has
all fixtures shown; and
E) demonstrates compliance with the requirements of Section
1175.305;
2) A listing of all teachers, including their teacher license
numbers, who will be in the school's employ;
3) A copy of the curricula that will be followed for each program
that meets the requirements of this Part;
4) A copy of the school's official transcript for each program
that meets the requirements of this Part;
5) A Commitment Statement, as provided in the licensure
application packet, signed and dated by the school's chief administrative
officer; and
6) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
b) When the items listed in subsection (a) have been received,
the Division shall inspect the school premises, prior to school approval, to
determine compliance with this Subpart. School operations shall not commence,
nor shall the school in any way solicit student enrollment, until the school
has received written notice of approval from the Division. Approval will be
granted if all of the requirements of this Subpart have been met.
c) Esthetics schools shall only offer instruction in esthetics
and esthetics teacher education.
(Source: Added at 42 Ill. Reg. 15159,
effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.805 COSMETOLOGY SCHOOLS APPROVED TO TEACH ESTHETICS
Section 1175.805 Cosmetology
Schools Approved to Teach Esthetics
a) Existing cosmetology schools that wish to provide esthetics
instruction shall:
1) Provide at least 200 square feet of space to accommodate 5
work stations and a maximum of 10 students. If attendance exceeds 10 on the
clinic floor at any time, an additional 40 square feet is required for each
additional work station required by subsection (a)(4)(A). The use of this
space shall not reduce the square footage for the conduct of an approved
cosmetology school below the minimum requirements set forth in this Section.
2) File an application with the Division, on forms provided by
the Division, which shall include:
A) A detailed 8½ x 11 inch floor plan that is:
i) drawn
to scale;
ii) shows
dimensions;
iii) has
all areas labeled;
iv) has
all fixtures shown; and
v) demonstrates compliance with the requirements of Section 1175.305;
B) An official copy of the fire inspection report from the local
fire inspection authority, conducted within 6 months prior to application,
giving approval for use of the site as a school;
C) A financial statement indicating sufficient current finances
exist to operate the school for at least 3 months. The Division will not
accept a bank statement as sufficient proof to meet this requirement. The
financial statement shall include reporting cash assets on hand and any
liabilities and shall be prepared by either a certified public accountant or a
person knowledgeable about the finances of the school. Any financial statement
submitted by a person who is not a certified public accountant must contain a
signed statement certifying under penalty of perjury that the information is
true and accurate based upon inspection of the financial records of the school;
D) A copy of the enrollment agreement to be used by the school;
E) A copy of the esthetics curriculum for each program that meets
the requirements of Sections 1175.835 and 1175.840;
F) A listing of all teachers, including their teacher license
numbers, who will be in the school's employ;
G) A copy of the school's official transcript for each program
that complies with the requirements of Section 1175.825; and
H) The required fee set forth in Section 1175.100.
3) When the items required by subsection (a)(2) have been
received, the Division shall inspect the school premises, prior to school
approval, to determine compliance. No cosmetology school shall begin teaching
an esthetics program until it has been approved by the Division.
4) In addition, the school shall have the following:
A) At least one work station or position for every 2 students. Every
work station shall include 1 facial chair, 1 steamer, 1 magnification lamp and
1 wood lamp.
B) One set of facial equipment, to include manual, mechanical or
electrical apparatus as follows:
i) Brushing;
ii) Vacuum/spray machine;
iii) Glass electrode or high frequency current; and
iv) Disencrustation machine.
b) Cosmetology schools approved to teach esthetics shall be
required to comply with all provisions in this Part. Space and equipment
required for esthetics schools pursuant to Section 1175.810(a) and (b) may be
utilized for both the cosmetology and esthetics programs offered by the
cosmetology school.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
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CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.810 PHYSICAL SITE REQUIREMENTS
Section 1175.810 Physical
Site Requirements
a) Space Requirements
1) A school shall have a minimum of 1800 square feet of work
space. If the school has more than 20 students, an additional 40 square feet is
required for each additional student on the clinic floor at any given time.
2) The school shall be partitioned to provide for the following
areas:
A) Dispensary;
B) Student spa;
C) Classrooms;
D) Two restrooms;
E) Cloak space for the public;
F) Public waiting area;
G) Student lounge area separated from the work area and sufficient
space for each student to keep school related and personal items;
H) Storage space;
I) Other areas for school administration;
J) Work stations.
3) All areas of the school shall be ventilated and lighted.
b) Equipment Requirements – All equipment shall be in working
condition and sufficient for the number of students enrolled. Minimum
requirements for school equipment are:
1) An entrance sign designating the name of the school;
2) A school seal;
3) A time clock or other equipment necessary for verification of
attendance and hours earned;
4) A minimum of 5 work stations. Every work station shall include
1 facial chair, 1 steamer, 1 magnification lamp and 1 wood lamp;
5) Every school shall also have 1 set of facial equipment to
include manual, mechanical, or electrical apparatus as follows:
A) Brushing;
B) Vacuum/spray machine;
C) Glass electrode or high frequency current; and
D) Disencrustation machine;
6) Trays for facial supplies;
7) One dry sterilizer per 2 work stations;
8) One facial supply station containing astringents, lotions,
creams, makeup and other necessary supplies for facials;
9) A chair for each student in the classroom and, when appropriate,
sufficient desk or table space;
10) Adequate covered disposal cans placed at convenient
locations;
11) At least one covered container for soiled towels in a work
area;
12) Closed or covered space equipped for storing 5 dozen clean towels
for every 10 students in the work area; and
13) One head form or chart per class.
c) Sanitary Regulations
1) Clean outer garments must be worn at all times. No open toed
shoes shall be worn by students.
2) All instruments shall be sanitized before and after use on
each patron.
3) Clean towels shall be used for each patron.
4) Hands must be cleansed before and after serving each patron.
5) After each patron is served, electrical equipment must be
sanitized according to manufacturer's specifications. All other equipment
should be washed in water and sanitized before use.
6) The head rests of any chair shall be protected with a
disposable cover or clean towel and changed after each patron.
7) Non-disposable head coverings must be laundered and sanitized
after each separate use.
8) All powders, lotions, creams and other cosmetics shall be kept
in clean, closed containers. All cosmetics shall be applied by sanitary
applicators and removed from the container with a sanitary spatula.
9) No owner, manager, teacher or school administrator shall
knowingly permit any person suffering from a serious communicable disease, as
defined in 77 Ill. Adm. Code 690, to work on the premises or knowingly permit a
student to serve a patron with a serious communicable disease.
10) No animals or pets, except animal assistants for the
physically impaired, shall be permitted on school premises.
11) The floors, walls and furniture shall be kept clean at all
times.
12) An adequate supply of hot and cold running water shall be
available for school operation.
d) Textbooks/Teaching Materials – Textbooks shall be provided for
each student in attendance.
e) Teachers – The student/teacher ratio during clinical
instruction shall not exceed a 25 to 1 ratio.
(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.815 ENROLLMENT AGREEMENTS AND REFUND POLICY
Section 1175.815 Enrollment
Agreements and Refund Policy
a) All licensed private esthetics schools shall have enrollment
agreements that meet the requirements of Section 3B-12 of the Act. Licensed
public esthetics schools will be deemed to be in compliance with this provision
if these schools comply with the requirements of their public institution.
b) All licensed esthetics schools shall implement refund policies
pursuant to Section 3B-13 of the Act and this Section.
1) When
notice of cancellation is given within 5 days after the date of enrollment, all
application and registration fees, tuition, and any other charges shall be
refunded to the student.
2) When
notice of cancellation is given after the fifth day following enrollment but
before the completion of the student's first day of class attendance, the
school may retain the application and registration fee, not to exceed $100,
and the cost of any books or materials that have been provided by the
school and retained by the student.
3) When
notice of cancellation is given after the student's completion of the first day
of class attendance but prior to the student's completion of 5% of the course
of instruction, the school may retain the application and registration fee, not
to exceed $100, 10% of the tuition, other instructional charges or $300,
whichever is less, and the cost of any books or materials that have been
provided by the school and retained by the student.
4) When
a student has completed 5% or more of the course of instruction, the school may
retain the application fee and registration fee, not to exceed $100, and
the cost of any books or materials provided by the school, but shall refund a
part of the tuition and other instructional charges in accordance with the
requirements of the school's regional or national accrediting agency, if any,
or in accordance with this subsection (b). (Section 13B-13(1) of the Act)
c) For students who enroll in and begin classes, the following
schedule of tuition adjustment will be considered to meet the Division
standards for refunds:
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PERCENTAGE OF
A SCHEDULED
COURSE COMPLETED
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AMOUNT OF
TUITION OWED
TO THE SCHOOL
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0.01% to 4.9%
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10%
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5% to 9.9%
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30%
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10% to 14.9%
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40%
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15% to 24.9%
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45%
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25% to 49.9%
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70%
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50% and over
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100%
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(Source: Amended at 42 Ill.
Reg. 15159, effective August 10, 2018)
| TITLE 68: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
CHAPTER VII: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
SUBCHAPTER b: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
PART 1175
THE BARBER, COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS, HAIR BRAIDING,
AND NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1985
SECTION 1175.820 ADVERTISING
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