Online News Vol. 2, Issue 1 |
Georgia State Board of Cosmetology |
Update from the Director of the Professional Licensing Boards: For the new graduates, we now have 32 on-line applications available for those applying for their first license with us. This enables some new graduates to go on-line, register, apply for licensure and pay their fees. This paperless system allows the staff to process applications much quicker to the benefit of the applicant who can receive their license and go to work much faster than in the past. We are planning more on-line applications for the near future. As we begin the year 2010, we will continue to offer more services on-line and strive to improve our processing times. For license holders, please keep your personal information up to date and accurate so our transactions with you can be faster and more accurate.
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The Georgia State Board of Cosmetology consists of nine members: five master cosmetologists, one esthetician, one manicurist, and two consumer members. Typically, the Board meets monthly for regular business and holds additional meetings for citation hearings. Board meetings and citation hearings are open to the public with the exception of executive session in which confidential matters such as complaints, disciplinary items, and applications are discussed. The Board is responsible for reviewing applications, administering examinations, licensing qualified applicants and regulating the professional practice of licensees throughout the state. Applicants for licensure must meet the required educational and training requirements before they are allowed to sit for the practical and written examination. Minutes from the Board meetings may be found on the Board’s website at www.sos.ga.gov/plb/cosmetology. |
2010 Meetings: |
2010 Citation Hearings: January 25, 2010 at 9:30 a.m. |
| The Board meets at the Professional Licensing Board office in Macon. | |
Board Members: Martha Harris, ChairpersonCynthia Stein, Vice Chairperson Wanda A. Brown Betty Carlisle James Gaines Theresa Kendrick Evelyn Reid Michelle C. Turley John F. Siggers |
Board Staff: Lisa Durden |
Number of Active Licensees: Cosmetology Instructor: 611 |
Actions Taken by Georgia State Board of Cosmetology Meetings: October: The Board voted to add the following individual to the approved translator’s list:
The Board voted to approve the following continuing education providers:
The Board voted to approve additional continuing education classes for the following continuing education providers:
The Board voted to accept consent agreements for licensure from the following individuals:
The Board voted to accept consent agreements for reinstatement licensure from the following individuals:
The Board voted to terminate the probation sanction for the following individual:
The Board voted to approve the following dates for 2010 Board meetings:
The Board voted to approve the following dates for 2010 citation hearings:
The Board voted to suspend the licenses of two individuals for non-payment of student loans:
The Board voted to refer the following licensees to the Attorney General’s Office for revocation due to non-payment of citations:
The Board voted to ratify the following cease and desist orders for unlicensed practice:
The Board elected Kay Kendrick, Thomson as Chair and re-elected Cynthia Stein, Marietta as Vice Chair.
The Board voted to uphold past due citations against the following individuals or establishments but reduce the fines:
The Board voted to accept payment for fines resulting from citations against the following establishments:
The Board voted to grant continuances for hearings on the past due citations against the following individuals or establishments:
November: The Board voted to deny the following applications:
The Board voted to accept consent agreement for licensure from the following individuals or establishments:
The Board voted to dismiss citations against the following establishments:
The Board voted to refer the following licensee to the Attorney General’s Office for revocation due to non-payment of citations:
The Board voted to ratify the following cease and desist orders:
The Board voted to post the following rule change:
All applicants who are licensed in a foreign country must submit credentials prescribed by the Board.
The Board voted to uphold citations against the following individuals or establishments:
The Board voted to uphold citations but reduce the fines against the following establishments:
The Board voted to dismiss citations against the following individuals or establishments:
The Board voted to uphold citations against the following individuals or establishments:
The Board voted to uphold citations but reduce the fines against the following individuals
The Board voted to accept payment for fines resulting from citations against the following individuals or establishments:
The Board voted to grant continuances for hearings on citations against the following individuals or establishments:
The Board voted to dismiss citations against the following individuals or establishments:
The Board approved the following continuing education providers:
December: The Board voted to deny the following application:
The Board voted to rescind a previous decision and reduce the fine for the following establishment:
The Board decided to revoke licenses from the following individuals during revocation hearings:
The Board voted to accept the following consent orders:
The Board voted to terminate probation sanctions for the following individuals:
The Board voted to ratify the following cease and desist orders:
The Board voted to approve an additional two hour continuing education class for BARDA Enterprises Int’l, Inc. in St. Petersburg, FL. |
License Renewals: Licenses expire as follows: Master Cosmetologists – March 31 of even numbered years It is illegal to work as a cosmetologist with an expired license. How do I renew my license? The Professional Licensing Boards do not mail paper renewals unless requested. A paper renewal form may be requested by the licensee by calling the Board office at (478) 207-2440, or submitting a written request. Licensees may also call our automated system at (404) 463-1100 and request a paper renewal form using their personal identification number included in their renewal notice. Disciplinary Issues: The Board addresses these issues on a case-by-case basis and takes these matters very seriously applying sanctions to those who violate the Georgia Cosmetology Practice Act, Board rules, and policies. It is important that licensees review all laws, rules and policies that affect their profession. These may be found on the Board’s website at www.sos.ga.gov/plb/cosmetology. All public disciplinary actions will be reflected in the Board minutes which may be found on the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology website. Grounds for denial, suspension, revocation of a license, or other disciplinary actions may be found at O.C.G.A. § 43-10-15 and at O.C.G.A. § 43-1-19. State laws and Board rules may be found on the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology website. |
Georgia State Board of Cosmetology Complaints Process Information: The Georgia General Assembly created the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology to regulate the licensing and practice of cosmetology. The responsibility of administering the laws in O.C.G.A. § 43-10 is given to the Board, whose members are appointed by the Governor. This Board determines if applicants meet licensure requirements, promulgates rules, and considers complaints against licensees and allegations of unlicensed practice. The process for disposing of complaints is as follows: Complaint Form: Complaints must be reported to and received by the Board in writing. Written complaints may be submitted to the Board office or be submitted on-line at http://sos.georgia.gov/myverification/submitcomplaint.aspx. Documents received in connection with a complaint will not be returned. The complaint must contain sufficient factual evidence to indicate a clear violation of Georgia law or Board rule. Investigations: The Board gives serious consideration to all complaints. Further investigative action may be taken. Should you file a complaint, you may be contacted by a Board inspector or investigator for additional information. Investigative files are considered confidential for any purpose other than a hearing before the Board. However, the Board is authorized to release such records to another enforcement agency or lawful licensing authority. Citation Hearings: At citation hearings, a licensee who has received a citation may choose to bring an attorney to represent him or her, may question witnesses, and have an opportunity to dispute their cases before the Board. After hearing from the inspector and the licensee, the Board has to determine if an apparent violation of the licensing law or Board rules exists. The Board may then choose to uphold the fine, reduce the fine, or dismiss the citation. The Board may also ask for another inspection of the facility. If a citation is upheld or reduced by the Board and still has not been paid, the Board may refer the case to the Office of the Attorney General to initiate further disciplinary action. Notification Process: While the investigation is ongoing, the Board is unable to discuss the status of a complaint with anyone, including the complainant. When the Board has completed the case, the complainant will be notified in writing of the Board’s actions. All public disciplinary actions will be reflected in the Board minutes which may be found on the Board’s website. |
Sanitation Rules and Regulations: Do you have the most current version of the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology Sanitation Rules and Regulations posted in your salon or shop? Please access the most recent version of these at www.sos.ga.gov/plb/cosmetology. They may be found under Download Forms. |
Frequently Asked Questions: A list of frequently asked questions may be found on the Board’s website. If you cannot find an answer to your question, you may contact the Board office at (478) 207-2440. |