Alaska Barber CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Barber license in Alaska you need to satisfy the Alaska Board of Barbers and Hairdressers (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development)'s continuing education (CE) requirement . Below is what the board requires and a comparison of course providers that offer qualifying CE. This is an unofficial guide — confirm any course is board-approved before you buy.
What Alaska requires for Barber renewal
| CE hours required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Alaska Board of Barbers and Hairdressers (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development) |
No continuing education is required to renew a barber license in Alaska. Renewal requires only payment of the biennial renewal fee and a U.S. Social Security Number (or exemption) on file; the board does not mandate CE hours or topics for barber renewal.
Full Barber renewal guide for Alaska (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Alaska Barber CE course providers
- Elite Learning — Barber CE
State-approved barber/cosmetology CE packages, including required-topic courses.
- Milady Training (Cengage)
Continuing education and skills courses from the leading barbering/cosmetology brand.
- 360training
Online barber CE accepted in states that require continuing education for renewal.
Alaska Barber CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Barber license in Alaska?
Alaska does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for Barber renewal. No continuing education is required to renew a barber license in Alaska. Renewal requires only payment of the biennial renewal fee and a U.S. Social Security Number (or exemption) on file; the board does not mandate CE hours or topics for barber renewal.
Do online Barber CE courses count in Alaska?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Alaska Board of Barbers and Hairdressers (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Alaska Barber CE?
Alaska generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Alaska Board of Barbers and Hairdressers (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Alaska Board of Barbers and Hairdressers (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.