Licensing
How many types of barber licenses are there in PA?
(Answer: 3 – Barber, Manager-Barber, Barber-Teacher)
How long is a temporary student license valid?
9 months
What two parts make up the barber exam?
Written and Practical
What must every shop display outside? (Answer: Barber pole or sign)
(Answer: Barber pole or sign)
How often must waste containers be cleaned? (Answer: Every 24 hours)
(Answer: Every 24 hours)
Where must barber licenses be displayed?
(Answer: In a conspicuous place at the shop/work area)
What grade level or equivalent must a student complete to enroll?
8th grade or equivalent
What must a student bring to the practical exam? (Answer: Barber kit with required implements
Answer: Barber kit with required implements
What is the minimum length for a one-chair shop? (Answer: 15 feet)
(Answer: 15 feet)
What is the 4-step process for cleaning implements?
(Answer: Cleanse → Disinfect → Rinse/Dry → Store)
How many years can a license stay in escrow before re-exam is required?
Answer: 5 years)
What type of student time counts toward training hours?
Actual instruction and practice time
What must a student bring to the practical exam? (Answer: Barber kit with required implements
(Answer: Barber kit with required implements
How many razors are required per barber chair? (Answer: Two, at least one nondisposable)
(Answer: Two, at least one nondisposable)
Towels must be either ___ or ___. (Answer: Freshly laundered or disposable, one per client)
(Answer: Freshly laundered or disposable, one per client)
What must a barber do if they change their home address?
Notify the Board within 30 days)
If a student has no education proof, what option is available?
Take a Board-approved equivalent exam
How many times can you retake the exam in a year? (Answer: Unlimited)
(Answer: Unlimited)
How must a barbershop be separated from a food store? (Answer: By a solid floor-to-ceiling partition)
(Answer: By a solid floor-to-ceiling partition)
Name one item prohibited in a barbershop.
(Answer: Finger bowls, powder puffs, styptic pencils, sponges, hair duster, )
Which licenses are required to manage?
Manager Barber
What is the required number of training hours for barbering in PA?
1250 hours
What happens if you fail both parts within one year? (Answer: Must reapply and repay fees)
(Answer: Must reapply and repay fees)
When can a barber shop and cosmetology shop share a waiting area?
(Answer: Only if entrances to work areas are separate)
Can barbers treat skin diseases? Why or why not? (Answer: No; must refer client to a physician)
(Answer: No; must refer client to a physician)