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TDLR staff says SHEARS hours-reporting update went live; schools will no longer submit 700/300 hours separately
Summary
TDLR staff reported a system update that consolidates students' reported hours under a single permit in SHEARS, aims to reduce exam-eligibility errors, and expands outreach and training sessions for schools.
TDLR staff told the Barbering and Cosmetology Advisory Board that a software update to the agency's hours-reporting system went live and should reduce confusion schools reported about separating core and specialty hours.
Lorraine (Education and Examination Division) told the board “the final updates were made and went live into production this morning at approximately 08:00 this morning.” She explained the change consolidates hours reporting so schools will report all hours under…
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