The bill amends the Occupational Code of Michigan, specifically sections 1109 and 1206, to update the requirements for obtaining licenses as barber and cosmetology instructors. For barber instructors, the bill specifies that applicants must be licensed barbers with at least two years of experience and complete 600 hours of instructor training or equivalent college coursework, along with additional requirements such as passing an examination and demonstrating good moral character. It also allows individuals with valid cosmetology instructor licenses to qualify as barber instructors if they complete specific training in barbering techniques.

Similarly, the bill outlines the qualifications for cosmetology instructors, which include having a high school diploma, being licensed as a cosmetologist, and completing a minimum of 600 hours of instructor training (increased from 500 hours for those starting after July 1, 2024). The bill also introduces provisions for limited instructor licenses and specialist instructor licenses, allowing individuals to teach specific subjects without meeting all standard requirements. Overall, the amendments aim to enhance the standards for instructor qualifications in the barbering and cosmetology fields in Michigan.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 339.1109, 339.1206
As Passed by the House: 339.1109, 339.1206