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Barber Licensing Boards: California & Texas

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CA · Last checked 2026-10-28

California licensing board

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Board: California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology
Phone: (800) 952-5210
School-route training: 1,000 hours
License type: Barber

School-route scope: Approved-school route only; apprenticeship/experience/crossover/military are distinct.

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Official Barber exam instructions

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