Minnesota Barber CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Barber license in Minnesota you need to satisfy the Minnesota Board of Barber Examiners'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 Minnesota requires for Barber renewal
| CE hours required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 12 months |
| Governing body | Minnesota Board of Barber Examiners |
No continuing education is required to renew a Minnesota registered barber certificate. Minn. Stat. ch. 154 conditions renewal only on timely application and payment of the required fee; it contains no CE mandate.
Full Barber renewal guide for Minnesota (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Minnesota 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.
Minnesota Barber CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Barber license in Minnesota?
Minnesota does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for Barber renewal. No continuing education is required to renew a Minnesota registered barber certificate. Minn. Stat. ch. 154 conditions renewal only on timely application and payment of the required fee; it contains no CE mandate.
Do online Barber CE courses count in Minnesota?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Minnesota Board of Barber Examiners. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Minnesota Barber CE?
Minnesota generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Minnesota Board of Barber Examiners.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Minnesota Board of Barber Examiners. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.