A barbering instructor is a person who provides practical instruction in barbering in a school licensed by the Department. Persons who provide only instruction in theory are not included in this description. A barbering and cosmetology instructor must hold a current barbering instructor certificate. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must complete 2000 hours of practice as a licensed barber or cosmetologist or holds a current manager license and completes 150 hours of instructor training approved by the Department.