New Mexico Barber CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Barber license in New Mexico you need to satisfy the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department, Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists'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 New Mexico requires for Barber renewal
| CE hours required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department, Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists |
No continuing education is required to renew a standard barber (practitioner) license in New Mexico. Renewal is completed by paying the fee and uploading the required photo before the expiration date. CE applies only to instructor licenses (12 hours annually), not to practitioner barbers.
Full Barber renewal guide for New Mexico (deadlines, fees & CE) →
New Mexico 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.
New Mexico Barber CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Barber license in New Mexico?
New Mexico does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for Barber renewal. No continuing education is required to renew a standard barber (practitioner) license in New Mexico. Renewal is completed by paying the fee and uploading the required photo before the expiration date. CE applies only to instructor licenses (12 hours annually), not to practitioner barbers.
Do online Barber CE courses count in New Mexico?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department, Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my New Mexico Barber CE?
New Mexico generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department, Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department, Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
Official New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department, Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists site →