Georgia Cosmetology CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Cosmetology license in Georgia you need to satisfy the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers's continuing education (CE) requirement — about 5 hours per 2-year cycle. 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 Georgia requires for Cosmetology renewal
| CE hours required | 5 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| CE tracking system | CE Broker |
| Governing body | Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers |
Each renewal after the first requires 5 CE hours per 2-year cycle: 3 hours must be a health and safety course following the curriculum developed by the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG), and the remaining 2 hours must be a Board-registered course in industry/trade show, health and safety, industry trends, computer skills, business management, or the licensee's area of practice. The first renewal after initial licensure is exempt from CE (Rule 240-3-.01(2)(a)(1)). Licensees holding a license 25+ years, or with a documented hardship, may request a waiver. Master Cosmetologist applies to standard cosmetologists; instructors have a separate 15-hour requirement.
Full Cosmetology renewal guide for Georgia (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Georgia Cosmetology CE course providers
- Elite Learning — Cosmetology CE
State-approved cosmetology CE packages built around each state's renewal topics.
- Milady Training (Cengage)
Continuing education and skills courses from the leading cosmetology education brand.
- 360training
Online cosmetology CE accepted in states that require continuing education for renewal.
Georgia Cosmetology CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Cosmetology license in Georgia?
Georgia requires about 5 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. Each renewal after the first requires 5 CE hours per 2-year cycle: 3 hours must be a health and safety course following the curriculum developed by the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG), and the remaining 2 hours must be a Board-registered course in industry/trade show, health and safety, industry trends, computer skills, business management, or the licensee's area of practice. The first renewal after initial licensure is exempt from CE (Rule 240-3-.01(2)(a)(1)). Licensees holding a license 25+ years, or with a documented hardship, may request a waiver. Master Cosmetologist applies to standard cosmetologists; instructors have a separate 15-hour requirement.
Do online Cosmetology CE courses count in Georgia?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers and the completion is reported through CE Broker. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Georgia Cosmetology CE?
Georgia uses CE Broker to track Cosmetology continuing education. Make sure your completions post there before you renew.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
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