Section 339.1210 - Esthetician; qualificationsThe department shall issue a license as an esthetician to an individual who fulfills all of the following requirements:
(a) Is at least 17 years of age.(b) Is of good moral character.(c) Has had an education equivalent to the completion of the ninth grade.(d) Has completed not less than 400 hours of training or, for an individual who begins training on or after July 1, 2024, not less than 750 hours of training, either in a licensed school of cosmetology or as an apprentice for not less than 6 months in a licensed cosmetology establishment where skin care services are rendered. The training must include a minimum number of practical applications as prescribed in rules promulgated by the director.(e) If an examination is available, has passed an examination prescribed by the department in consultation with the board.Amended by 2024, Act 78,s 3, eff. 7/8/2024.1980, Act 299, Imd. Eff. 10/21/1980 ;--Am. 1997, Act 97, Imd. Eff. 8/7/1997.