by SCCBB Admin | Sep 10, 2026 | Cosmetology
Quick Summary Financial aid for cosmetology school comes from a mix of federal grants, federal loans, and institutional payment options, with eligibility tied to a completed FAFSA and enrollment at a school approved for federal student aid. Programs like the...
by SCCBB Admin | Aug 15, 2026 | Barber, Cosmetology
Quick Summary The best barbering classes for cosmetologist professionals use a California-approved crossover format that builds on prior cosmetology education. Effective training concentrates on clippers, fades, tapers, beard shaping, straight-razor shaving,...
by SCCBB Admin | Aug 10, 2026 | Barber, Cosmetology
Quick Summary California offers a direct path for learning how to get a barber license after cosmetology without completing another full entry-level program. Eligible applicants complete a Board-approved barber crossover course focused on shaving, clipper work,...
by SCCBB Admin | Aug 5, 2026 | Barber, Cosmetology
Quick Summary California allows a licensed cosmetologist, or someone who completed an approved cosmetology course, to pursue a barber license through an approved crossover course. After completing the required barber-focused training, the applicant must submit proof...
by SCCBB Admin | Jul 5, 2026 | Barber, Cosmetology
Quick Summary Licensed cosmetologists seeking a barber license can use a crossover program to reduce their training hours. California law permits this pathway for those who already hold a valid cosmetology license. The best crossover school offers an approved...
by SCCBB Admin | Jun 15, 2026 | Barber, Cosmetology
Quick Summary California licensing standards for barbers and cosmetologists continue evolving under regulations introduced through Senate Bill 803. The 2026 guidelines affect training hours, written examinations, externships, mobile services, crossover education, and...
