Montana Barber CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Barber license in Montana you need to satisfy the Montana Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists (Department of Labor & Industry, Business Standards Division)'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 Montana requires for Barber renewal
| CE hours required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Montana Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists (Department of Labor & Industry, Business Standards Division) |
No continuing education is required to renew a standard barber license. The board's CE rule (ARM Subchapter 21, rule 24.121.2101) applies only to active instructors, who must complete 30 hours per renewal period. Practitioner barber renewals carry no CE obligation.
Full Barber renewal guide for Montana (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Montana 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.
Montana Barber CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Barber license in Montana?
Montana does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for Barber renewal. No continuing education is required to renew a standard barber license. The board's CE rule (ARM Subchapter 21, rule 24.121.2101) applies only to active instructors, who must complete 30 hours per renewal period. Practitioner barber renewals carry no CE obligation.
Do online Barber CE courses count in Montana?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Montana Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists (Department of Labor & Industry, Business Standards Division). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Montana Barber CE?
Montana generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Montana Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists (Department of Labor & Industry, Business Standards Division).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Montana Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists (Department of Labor & Industry, Business Standards Division). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.