Who needs this 4-hour barber CE course?
Every Texas Class A barber renewing a license must complete 4 hours of TDLR-approved continuing education during each two-year license period — unless you've been licensed 15 years or more, in which case TDLR allows a reduced 2-hour course.
This course satisfies the full 4-hour requirement for barbers licensed under 15 years. Not sure which course you need? Enter your license number at registration and we'll check your years licensed against TDLR's records automatically.
What the course covers
The course delivers the exact topics TDLR requires for barber continuing education:
- Sanitation and infection control (1 CE hour) — disinfection rules for clippers, blades, and stations under Texas law
- Human trafficking prevention (1 CE hour) — mandatory awareness training for all Texas license holders
- Texas law and professional practices (2 CE hours) — TDLR barbering rules, shop requirements, and client safety
Built for the barbershop schedule
The course is audio-based and fully self-paced — listen like a podcast between appointments, on your commute, or at home. Your progress saves automatically, and you can switch between phone, tablet, and computer.
Total seat time is 200 minutes (TDLR counts a CE hour as 50 minutes). Finish, and your certificate is emailed instantly while we report your completion to TDLR within 24 hours.
English and Spanish included
The full course is available in English and Spanish at no extra cost. Cambia de idioma en cualquier momento — switch languages whenever you like without losing progress.
Frequently asked questions
How many CE hours does a Texas Class A barber need?
TDLR requires 4 hours of approved continuing education every two-year renewal period: 1 hour of sanitation, 1 hour of human trafficking prevention, and 2 hours of Texas law and professional practices. Barbers licensed 15 or more years may qualify for a reduced 2-hour requirement.
Is this barber CE course TDLR-approved?
Yes. Dooney's Barber & Beauty CE is TDLR continuing education Provider #2491 and this course is TDLR Course #32440. We report your completion directly to TDLR.
How much does Texas barber CE cost?
The 4-hour course is a one-time $29.99. That includes all required topics, your certificate of completion, and electronic reporting of your hours to TDLR.
Can I do my barber CE on my phone?
Yes. The course is audio-based and works on any phone, tablet, or computer. Your progress saves automatically so you can complete it in short sessions between clients.
When are my hours reported to TDLR?
Within 24 hours of completing the course. You also get an emailed certificate of completion immediately for your records.
I've been a barber for over 15 years — do I still need 4 hours?
No. If you have held your license 15 or more years, TDLR allows you to renew with a 2-hour course covering sanitation and human trafficking prevention. See our 2-hour barber CE course.
Finish your CE today — $29.99