DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
 Floyd T. Christian, Commissioner
 DIVISION OF VOCATIONAL, TECHNICAL AND ADULT EDUCATION
 INDUSTRIAL EDUCATION SECTION
 TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA 32304



 COSMETOLOGY FACILITIES


 I. Introduction: These specifications are intended to be used as a guide
 to those planning new Cosmetology facilities or the expansion of existing
 facilities.


 II. Purpose For Which These Facilities Will Be Used: Cosmetology facilities
 are used to provide both preparatory and supplementary training in all
 phases of Cosmetology Education; namely:

 1. To give the necessary instruction and training needed to produce the
 skills and knowledge to qualify for employment as a Cosmetologist
 as prescribed by the Florida Cosmetology Law (Florida Statutes
 Chapter 477).

 2. To provide training to keep employed Cosmetologists abreast of
 changes in the occupation.


III. General Plan for Preparatory and Supplementary Training: The preparatory
 course in Cosmetology requires 1,200 hours of theory and clinical instruc-
 tion. This time includes classroom and laboratory instruction in an
 environment similar to that encountered in the field of Cosmetology.
 During the advanced portion of training, each student is required to
 perform specific predetermined services on selected volunteer patrons.

 Training in Cosmetology as prescribed by the Florida Cosmetology Law may
 be offered to students who meet the following entrance requirements:

 1. If under 18 years of age, the student must have graduated from high
 school unless the.Cosmetology course is a part of public school
 curriculum leading to a high school diploma.

 2. If the students are over 18 years of age, they must have completed
 the 10th grade or equivalent, as determined by an equivalency test
 given by a State Department of Education approved testing center.

 3. The student must be a citizen of the United States or have applied
 for citizenship.

 4. The student must furnish a health certificate from registered
 licensed physician.

 on successful completion and graduation, the students are qualified to
 ake the Cosmetologist examination administered by the State Board of
 cosmetology.