Florida Cosmetology 
License Renewal

The state of Florida requires cosmetologists to complete a 10-hour continuing education course that includes at least:

• One hour of training on HIV/AIDS & other communicable diseases.
• Three hours of training on sanitation and sterilization.
• 30 minutes of training on Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
• 30 minutes of training on issues of workers' compensation related to Florida law.
• Two hours of training on state and federal laws and rules related to cosmetologists, cosmetology, salons, specialists, specialty salons, and booth renters; specifically including but not limited to Chapter 477, F.S., and the Rules of the Board.
• One hour of training on chemical makeup related to hair, skin and nails.
• One hour of training on environmental issues.
• One hour of Continuing Education training that provides additional instruction in any of the courses approved by the State of Florida for the purpose of Continuing Education.

Cosmetologists, Facial specialists, Full Specialists and Nail Technicians must complete 10-hour Cosmetology Continuing Education course prior to the expiration of their license.

Anyone wishing to acquire a cosmetology license must take the 4-hour HIV/AIDs course for initial cosmetology licensure, as part of their cosmetology education requirement. Learn the steps required to acquire a Florida cosmetology license.

Barbers have their own 2-hour HIV/AIDs continuing education course for license renewal. That course is the 2-Hour HIV/AIDS Continuing Education Course for Barbers.

Before receiving a license of any kind, whether endorsement or traditional, you will need to take and complete a state-approved Initial HIV/AIDS course. The course must be at least 4 hours in length and you must have completed it within two years before your application submission. You will need to submit the course completion certificate along with your application.