Iowa Administrative Code

licensee shall: 921.8(1) Submit a reactivation application and pay the reactivation fee as specified in 481—Chapter 507. 921.8(2) Provide verification of current competence to practice dietetics by satisfying one of the following criteria: a. If the license has been on inactive s…

suspended, or voluntarily surrendered must apply for and receive reinstatement of the license in accordance with rule 481—506.31(272C) and must apply for and be granted reactivation of the license in accordance with rule 481—921.8(17A,147,272C) prior to practicing dietetics in th…

“Active license” means the license is current and has not expired. “Approved program/activity” means a continuing education program/activity meeting the standards set forth in these rules. “Audit” means the selection of licensees for verification of satisfactory completion of con…

922.2(1) The biennial continuing education compliance period will extend for a two-year period beginning on the sixteenth day of the licensee’s birth month and ending on the fifteenth day of the birth month two years later. Each biennium, each person who is licensed to practice a…

922.3(1) General criteria. A continuing education activity that meets all of the following criteria is appropriate for continuing education credit if the continuing education activity: a. Constitutes an organized program of learning that contributes directly to the professional c…

provided in Iowa Code section 272C.3 when the board determines that the licensee is guilty of any of the following acts or offenses or those listed in 481—Chapter 504: Failure to comply with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics/Commission on Dietetic Registration, Code of Ethic…

adopts by reference the following: 924.1(1) to 924.1(9) Reserved. 924.1(10) Model rules for licensee review committee, 481—Chapter 505. This rule is intended to implement Iowa Code chapter 272C. [ARC 8148C, IAB 7/24/24, effective 8/28/24; Editorial change: IAC Supplement 9/18/24]…

84D.2 and 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) §29.5 as amended on December 19, 2016, the following definitions apply to terms used in this chapter: “Active license” means a license that is current and has not expired. “Core curriculum” means the basic core life sciences curricul…

suspended, or voluntarily surrendered must apply for and receive reinstatement of the license in accordance with rule 481—506.31(272C) and must apply for and be granted reactivation of the license in accordance with rule 481—940.9(17A,147,272C) prior to practicing barbering and c…

940.2(1) Requirements for licensure. All persons providing services in one or more practice disciplines shall hold a license issued by the board. The applicant shall: a. Submit a completed online application and pay the nonrefundable fee specified in 481—subrule 507.5(1). b. Demo…

940.3(1) An applicant shall pass a national examination prescribed by the board for the particular practice discipline with a score of 75 percent or greater. The applicant shall submit the test registration fee directly to the test service. NIC examinations are administered accor…

940.4(1) A barbering and cosmetology license is not a requirement for an electrology, esthetics, or nail technology license. 940.4(2) Core life sciences curriculum hours shall be transferable in their entirety from one practice discipline to another practice discipline. 940.4(3) …

a licensee to provide the prescribed practice services of shaving, microdermabrasion, chemical exfoliation, laser services, and IPL hair removal treatments once a licensee has complied with training requirements and submitted a completed application, the required supporting evide…

940.6(1) A certified laser product or an intense pulsed light device shall only be used on surface epidermal layers of the skin except for hair removal. 940.6(2) A laser hair removal product or an intense pulsed light device shall not be used on a minor unless the minor is accomp…

electrologist, prior to providing services relating to a certified laser product, intense pulsed light device, chemical peel, or microdermabrasion, shall obtain from a client a consent form that: 1. Specifies in general terms the nature and purpose of the procedure(s); 2. Lists k…

940.8(1) The biennial license renewal period for a license to practice cosmetology arts and sciences shall begin on April 1 of one year and end on March 31 two years later. All licensees shall renew on a biennial basis. a. The board may send a renewal notice by regular mail to ea…

licensee shall: 940.9(1) Submit a reactivation application on a form provided by the board. 940.9(2) Pay the reactivation fee that is due as specified in rule 481—507.5(147,157). 940.9(3) Provide verification of current competence to practice barbering and cosmetology arts and sc…

84D.2 and 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) §29.5 as amended on December 19, 2016, the following definitions apply to terms used in this chapter: “Change in ownership” means any of the following: a new owner of a sole proprietorship; the addition, removal, or replacement of an…

941.10(1) If the renewal application and fee are not received in the office within 30 days after the license expiration date, the school license is inactive. To reactivate the school license, the reactivation application and fee shall be submitted to the board. 941.10(2) A school…

941.11(1) Every school shall have a sign visible outside the entrance designating the place of business. 941.11(2) A school license and the current proof of renewal shall be posted in the school’s front entrance area to provide the public a full unobstructed view of the license. …

The school shall meet the following physical requirements: 941.12(1) The school premises shall have a minimum floor space of 3,000 square feet. 941.12(2) Each school shall provide a minimum of 100 square feet per student. When the enrollment in a school exceeds 30 students, addit…

and sciences shall have the following minimum equipment: 1. Workstations equipped with chair, workstation, closed drawer or container for sanitized articles, and mirror (maximum of two students per unit); 2. Treatment room(s) when electrology or esthetics or both are offered; 3. …

sciences shall not be approved by the board of barbering and cosmetology arts and sciences unless it complies with the course of study requirements as provided below. 941.14(1) Requirements for hours. a. Barbering and cosmetology curriculum. Supervised practical instruction, theo…

shall be licensed by the department. 941.15(1) An instructor teaching a course in electrology, esthetics or nail technology shall also hold a license in that practice discipline or hold a barbering and cosmetology license that shows proof of having completed training in those pra…

cosmetology arts and sciences. Each student instructor shall be under the direct supervision of a licensed instructor at all times. [ARC 7921C, IAB 5/1/24, effective 7/1/24; Editorial change: IAC Supplement 9/18/24]

941.17(1) A school of barbering and cosmetology arts and sciences shall, prior to the time a student is obligated for payment, inform the student of all provisions set forth in Iowa Code section 714.25. The school shall retain a copy of the signed statement for two years followin…

941.18(1) A school of barbering and cosmetology arts and sciences shall have a written, published attendance policy. 941.18(2) Schools shall ensure: a. Students complete the hours required for each course of study set forth in rule 481—941.14(157). b. Student attendance policies …

941.19(1) A school may adopt an accelerated learning policy that includes the acceptance of life experience, prior knowledge learned and test-out procedures. 941.19(2) If the school has an accelerated learning policy, the policy shall be a written, published policy that clearly o…

obtained a license issued by the board. A separate enclosed area inside an establishment that is operated as an independent business for the purpose of providing barbering and cosmetology services shall be considered its own establishment and shall not operate unless an establish…

have a contract between the student, the school and the establishment mentor that includes scheduling, liability insurance and purpose of the mentoring program. 941.20(1) Students shall not begin the mentoring program until they have completed a minimum of 50 percent of the total…

941.21(1) A student shall be considered a graduate when the student has completed the required course of study and met the minimum attendance standard. 941.21(2) Students shall be given a final examination upon completion of the course of study but before graduation. 941.21(3) Af…

941.22(1) Each school of barbering and cosmetology arts and sciences shall maintain a complete set of student records. Individual student hours shall be kept on file at the school for two years following graduation. 941.22(2) Each school shall maintain daily teaching logs for all…

and cosmetology arts and sciences may be used during scheduled theory or applied practical time for any use other than for student instruction so long as these activities do not disrupt classes. Activities that disrupt classes include but are not limited to: 941.23(1) Persons att…

recreational vehicle may be used as a readily movable establishment if it complies with the following: 941.3(1) The owner shall possess a current readily movable establishment license issued by the board. 941.3(2) The owner shall complete a board-approved application. 941.3(3) Th…

941.4(1) The biennial license renewal period for an establishment license shall begin on January 1 of every odd-numbered year and end on December 31 two years later. 941.4(2) A renewal of license notice shall be electronically mailed to the owner of the establishment prior to the…

941.5(1) An establishment that has not renewed the establishment license within the required time frame will have an inactive license and shall not provide barbering and cosmetology arts and sciences services until the license is reactivated. 941.5(2) To reactivate an establishme…

941.6(1) Every establishment shall have a sign visible outside the entrance designating the place of business. 941.6(2) The most current establishment license proof of renewal shall be posted in the establishment front entrance area to provide the public a full, unobstructed view…

941.7(1) A duplicate certificate shall be required if the current certificate is lost, stolen or destroyed. A duplicate certificate shall only be issued under such circumstances. 941.7(2) A duplicate establishment certificate shall be issued upon receipt of a completed applicatio…

941.8(1) An application for a school license shall be submitted 90 days prior to the anticipated opening day of the school. Prior to board review, the application shall include: a. The exact location of the proposed school including a copy of the essential parts of the lease or o…

941.9(1) The annual license renewal period for a school license shall begin on July 1 and end on June 30 one year later. a. The online renewal application and renewal fee shall be submitted before the license expiration date. b. Schools shall be in full compliance with this chapt…

“Cleaning” means removing visible debris and disposable parts, washing the surface or item with water and soap or detergent, rinsing the surface or item thoroughly and drying the surface or item. Cleaning must occur before disinfection can begin. “Disinfectant” means a U.S. Envir…

and clean in person and attire. [ARC 7922C, IAB 5/1/24, effective 7/1/24; Editorial change: IAC Supplement 9/18/24]

consistently by observing the following: 943.11(1) Thoroughly wash hands after smoking, vaping, eating, using the restroom, etc., and before providing services to each client. Hand sanitizers or gloves are not an acceptable substitute for hand washing. 943.11(2) Maintain biohazar…

943.12(1) If a service provider injures oneself, the following steps shall be taken before returning to service: a. Stop service. b. Clean the injured area by washing the area with soap and water. Use antiseptic or ointment as appropriate. c. In the case of mucous membrane exposu…

implements must be either disinfected or sterilized according to the requirements of this rule before use upon a client in schools and establishments. 943.13(1) Disinfection. a. Nonporous tools and implements. (1) Immersion method. After each use, all immersible nonporous tools a…

supplies that come into direct contact with a client cannot be disinfected. These instruments and supplies include but are not limited to cotton pads, sponges, wooden applicators, emery boards, pumice stones, nail buffers, buffing bits, arbor or sanding bands, sleeves, toe separa…

943.15(1) Liquids, creams, waxes, powders and cosmetics used for clients must be kept in closed, labeled containers. 943.15(2) All fluids, semifluids and powders must be dispensed with an applicator or from a shaker, dispenser pump, or spray-type container. a. Applicators made of…