This bill establishes a formal apprenticeship program for barbers in Wyoming, allowing registered barbers to select up to two apprentices at a time. The program outlines specific requirements for apprentices, including completion of a minimum of 1,600 hours of training over one to two years in a licensed barbershop, as well as mandatory training in safety and sanitation practices. Additionally, apprentices must have a high school diploma or equivalent, pay a registration fee, and pass an examination to qualify for certification as a registered barber.

The bill also amends existing laws to include definitions related to the apprenticeship program and updates the qualifications for barber registration. Notably, it introduces the term "apprentice" and specifies that completion of the apprenticeship is one of the pathways to obtaining a barber certification. The board of barber examiners is tasked with creating necessary rules for the implementation of this act, which is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, with certain sections becoming effective immediately upon the bill's passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 33-7-101, 33-7-204, 33-7-209