02-041-24 Me. Code R. § 2

Current through 2024-44, October 30, 2024

Section 041-24-2 - General Eligibility; Application

An applicant may apply for licensure as an instructor to teach one or more of the following practice areas: aesthetics, barbering, cosmetology, limited barbering and nail technology. The applicant establishes basic eligibility for licensure by submitting the following in a format as required by the Director, along with the fee required by chapter 10, section 5(8) of the rules of the Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation, "Establishment of License Fees," and such other information as the Director may require:

1. Evidence of completing the 12^th grade in a secondary school of learning. A high school diploma or its equivalent is acceptable.

2. A valid practitioner's license in the practice area for which the applicant is seeking an instructor license.

3. Evidence of having met one of the following education pathways:

A. Pathway 1: Student Instructor Training

The applicant has satisfactorily completed a course of study in instructing, as described in chapter 27 of this Program's rules, which consisted of at least 600 hours in not less than fifteen (15) weeks at a licensed school.

B.Pathway 2: Practice Experience

The applicant has engaged in active practice in one or more of the practice areas for which instructor licensure is sought. For purposes of this paragraph, "active practice" means:

1) During the five (5) years immediately preceding application, the applicant shall demonstrate a minimum of 1,500 hours of licensed practice work experience; and

[NOTE: The Director will accept the designation of occupation as stated on the first page of the proposed supervisor's federal tax returns as prima facie proof of active practice in such occupation during the period covered by such returns.]

2) Evidence of four (4) credits calculated at the rate of one (1) credit per fifteen (15) class hours at a post-secondary school that is recognized and accredited, or in candidacy for accreditation, by the United States Department of Education in courses directly related to education or teaching, such as teaching methods, curriculum development, lesson plan development, assessments, classroom management, or measurements and evaluation. Credits shall be documented by an official transcript issued by the school.

C. Pathway 3: Post-Secondary Education Related to Teaching

The applicant has satisfactorily completed nine (9) credits calculated at the rate of one (1) credit per fifteen (15) class hours at a post-secondary school that is recognized and accredited, or in candidacy for accreditation, by the United States Department of Education in courses directly related to education or teaching.

D.Pathway 4: Endorsement, Licensed Instructor in Another Jurisdiction

The applicant shall submit evidence of a having a valid license to teach or instruct in another State or jurisdiction.

02-041 C.M.R. ch. 24, § 2