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Louisiana Barber License and Exam
Barber Licensing & Exam Prep
If you wish to make a living as a barber in the state of Louisiana, you must first obtain a license. The Louisiana Board of Barber Examiners is the body responsible for regulating barber licenses. The board requires barbers to obtain formal training from an apprenticeship or school as well as pass two exams. See the sections below for more information on the requirements and how to apply.
Once it comes time to study for the exam, we have everything you need to get started. We offer online exam prep designed to help you pass your test the first time, and is backed with our no pass, no pay policy. All of our courses are available from almost any device, any time. We hope that you will make RocketCert your home to help you obtain your Louisiana Barber License.
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What type of work can be done with this license?
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Barber License
To shave or trim the beard or cut the hair; to style, arrange, dress, curl, wave, straighten, clean, singe, epilate, depilate, shampoo, marcel, chemically restructure, bleach, tint, color or similarly work upon the hair or cranial prosthesis of any person; to give relaxing facial or scalp massage or treatments with oils, creams, or other preparations either by hand or by mechanical appliances.
What are the requirements to getting a license?
Louisiana Barber License Requirements- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Is of good moral character with temperate habits
- Pass the state board required barber exams
- Has met one of the following requirements:
- Successful completion of a course of instruction and graduation from a barber college approved by the Louisiana State Board of Barber Examiners
- Holds a current certificate of registration as a cosmetologist issued by the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology
- Successful completion of a Barber Apprenticeship Program registered with the Apprenticeship Council of the Louisiana Department of Labor
How do I obtain a license?
To apply for your license, contact the Louisiana Board of Barber Examiners at 225-925-1701 or visit their website.
The state of Louisiana has reciprocity agreements for equivalent licenses with most state boards. To obtain your license via reciprocity, you must submit a reciprocity application, pay all fees, and have proof of your license sent to the Louisiana Board of Barber Examiners. If you did not take a practical exam to obtain your license, you will be required to take one in order to obtain your Louisiana license.
With RocketCert, our education is written by a combination of professional educators and industry experts. Our exam prep is guaranteed to help you pass the exam, and is backed with our no pass, no pay policy. We pride ourselves on providing industry leading customer service. Also, if you find a better original price on any online course that we offer, we will beat it by 10%.
The first step towards obtaining your barber license is to complete either an apprenticeship program or to attend a barber school. Once you have completed one of these programs, you will be ready to apply for the exam.
The board exams cannot be scheduled or taken until you have completed an approved training program. Barber schools will submit several reports to the Board Office stating that the student has met all requirements to take exam. Upon graduation you will be able to apply for and schedule the exams.
Preparing to pass the State exam is a critical part of the licensing process. Failing the exam can result in substantial delays before you are able to work under your license. We offer industry leading exam prep and all of the references at an unbeatable price.
Which exam do I need to take?
The Louisiana Board of Barber Examiners requires applicants to pass an exam in order to obtain a license.
Exams are scheduled upon the completion of your barber school / program.
Louisiana Barber Theory Exam (NIC)
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- Questions: 50 scored, 10 pretest
- Passing Score: 75% correct
- Time: 90 minutes
Topics & Weight:
- Scientific Concepts (35%)
- Infection control and safety practices
- Human anatomy and physiology
- Identify signs and symptoms of conditions, disorders, and diseases related to skin
- Identify signs and symptoms of conditions, disorders, and diseases related to hair
- Basic chemistry of products used in barbering
- Implements and Equipment Used in Barbering (10%)
- Identify function, purpose, and care of tools used in hair services
- Understand and apply safety and sanitation practices for use of implements and equipment
- Hair Care Services (40%)
- Client consultation, analysis, and documentation for hair care services
- Hair care
- Hair design
- Apply knowledge of preparation, procedures, and safety for head shaving
- Apply knowledge of principles, procedures, and safety for chemical services
- Facial Hair and Skin Care Services (15%)
- Client consultation, analysis, and documentation for facial hair and skin care services
- Apply knowledge of draping for facial hair and skin care services
- Apply knowledge of principles, procedures, and safety for hair and skin care services
- Apply knowledge of purpose and types of electrotherapy and light therapy
How do I pass the exam?
Milady Standard Professional Barbering
Pivot Point Fundamentals: Barbering
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