What specific topics must be included in continuing education courses?

The inclusion of human trafficking awareness and methods of assisting victims in continuing education courses is critical for professionals in the cosmetology field. This requirement is outlined in Texas law to ensure that all license holders are equipped with the knowledge to identity signs of human trafficking and understand how to respond appropriately. The goal is to foster a safe and informed community, especially in industries like cosmetology where professionals can often encounter individuals affected by such issues.

In contrast, while skin care techniques, marketing strategies, and hair coloring techniques are valuable topics for cosmetology professionals, they do not carry the same legal mandate for inclusion in continuing education. The focus on human trafficking in the curriculum highlights the broader social responsibility of the cosmetology profession, emphasizing the role that beauty industry professionals can play in combating this issue.