GA Master Barber study plan
GA Master Barber · Give each week a clear focus.
8 weeks · About 6 hours per week
Georgia Barbering Laws, Rules, and Regulations & Sanitation, Sterilization, and Safety Practices
Identify and summarize the Georgia barbering statutes governing licensure, scope of practice, and renewal requirements
List the Georgia rules for sanitation inspections, including required frequency and record-keeping
Explain the difference between cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization as defined in Georgia regulations
Locate and annotate the Georgia Board of Barbering administrative code sections most likely to appear on the exam
Your checkpoint
A one-page annotated reference sheet listing 15 key Georgia law and sanitation citations with plain-language summaries
Georgia Barbering Laws, Rules, and Regulations & Sanitation, Sterilization, and Safety Practices
Describe the disciplinary actions and penalties the Georgia Board can impose for violations
Outline the required steps for opening and maintaining a compliant barbershop in Georgia
Compare Georgia sanitation requirements for tools, linens, and work surfaces against a self-audit checklist
Explain blood spill procedures and universal precautions as required by Georgia rules
Your checkpoint
A completed 20-item sanitation self-audit checklist with pass/fail notes and correct procedure for each failed item
Sanitation, Sterilization, and Safety Practices & Hair and Scalp Anatomy, Disorders, and Treatments
Diagram the layers of the skin and hair follicle and label the structures relevant to barbering services
Differentiate among bacterial, viral, and fungal infections common in barbershops and state the required response for each
Explain the growth cycles of hair and how they affect cutting and chemical services
Identify the signs of contagious conditions that require service refusal under Georgia rules
Your checkpoint
A hand-drawn or digital diagram of the hair follicle and skin layers with at least 12 labeled structures and a written explanation of each
Sanitation, Sterilization, and Safety Practices & Hair and Scalp Anatomy, Disorders, and Treatments
Describe scalp and hair disorders, including their causes, symptoms, and whether barbering services are permitted
Explain the proper use and limitations of disinfectants, including contact time and dilution
Summarize the safety data sheet requirements and chemical handling rules for barbershop products
List the types of hair and scalp treatments available and their indications and contraindications
Your checkpoint
A 30-item flashcard set covering hair and scalp disorders and sanitation procedures, with at least 90% accuracy on a self-quiz
Hair and Scalp Anatomy, Disorders, and Treatments & Barbering Services, Tools, and Chemical Applications
Explain the structure and function of hair and scalp in relation to haircutting and styling techniques
Describe the tools used in barbering, including their proper use, maintenance, and sanitation
Outline the chemistry of hair coloring and lightening, including the role of developer and pH
Identify the safety precautions and patch test requirements for chemical services
Your checkpoint
A tool and chemical inventory chart listing 15 barbering tools and products with their purpose, sanitation method, and safety notes
Barbering Services, Tools, and Chemical Applications & Georgia Barbering Laws, Rules, and Regulations
Demonstrate the correct procedures for a basic haircut, including sectioning, elevation, and blending
Explain the steps for a straight razor shave, including skin preparation and aftercare
Describe the relaxation and permanent wave processes and their effects on hair structure
Review Georgia laws on chemical services and client consent
Your checkpoint
A step-by-step written procedure for a men's haircut and a straight razor shave, each with at least 10 steps and sanitation checkpoints
Georgia Barbering Laws, Rules, and Regulations & Sanitation, Sterilization, and Safety Practices & Hair and Scalp Anatomy, Disorders, and Treatments & Barbering Services, Tools, and Chemical Applications
Complete a full-length practice exam under timed conditions and score at least 75%
Review all incorrect answers and categorize them by domain
Re-read the Georgia law sections that were most frequently missed
Practice explaining sanitation and disorder topics aloud as if teaching a peer
Your checkpoint
A practice exam score report with a list of weak areas and a targeted review plan for the final week
Georgia Barbering Laws, Rules, and Regulations & Sanitation, Sterilization, and Safety Practices & Hair and Scalp Anatomy, Disorders, and Treatments & Barbering Services, Tools, and Chemical Applications
Review all domain summaries and key fact sheets created during the course
Take a second full-length practice exam and score at least 85%
Recite the most critical Georgia law and sanitation rules from memory
Finalize a test-day checklist including identification and scheduling details
Your checkpoint
A final one-page summary sheet of the 20 most important facts across all domains, plus a second practice exam score of 85% or higher
Milestones
Week 2: Score at least 80% on a 25-question quiz covering Georgia law and sanitation basics
Week 4: Complete the 30-item flashcard self-quiz with at least 90% accuracy on hair and scalp disorders
Week 6: Submit written procedures for a haircut and straight razor shave that include all required sanitation steps
Week 8: Achieve a score of 85% or higher on a full-length timed practice exam covering all four domains