Tennessee Barber CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Barber license in Tennessee you need to satisfy the Tennessee Cosmetology and Barber Examiners Board'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 Tennessee requires for Barber renewal
| CE hours required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Tennessee Cosmetology and Barber Examiners Board |
No continuing education is required to renew a Master Barber license. The board's CE requirement (16 hours) applies only to barber instructors, not to standard barbers.
Full Barber renewal guide for Tennessee (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Tennessee 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.
Tennessee Barber CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Barber license in Tennessee?
Tennessee does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for Barber renewal. No continuing education is required to renew a Master Barber license. The board's CE requirement (16 hours) applies only to barber instructors, not to standard barbers.
Do online Barber CE courses count in Tennessee?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Tennessee Cosmetology and Barber Examiners Board. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Tennessee Barber CE?
Tennessee generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Tennessee Cosmetology and Barber Examiners Board.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Tennessee Cosmetology and Barber Examiners Board. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
Official Tennessee Cosmetology and Barber Examiners Board site →