What does "good standing" mean for a cosmetology licensee?

"Good standing" for a cosmetology licensee signifies that the individual holds a valid license that is active and free from any restrictions or disciplinary actions. This means that the licensee has complied with all necessary regulations, requirements, and has not faced issues that would affect the status of their license.

A license in good standing indicates that the licensee is authorized to practice cosmetology without any limitations, ensuring they can perform services legally. The absence of restrictions is particularly important, as any sanctions or disciplinary actions would place a license in a different standing, and an expired license would not be valid for practice.

Being renewed is a part of maintaining good standing but simply having an active license doesn’t necessarily encompass the full definition of "good standing." Therefore, the most accurate interpretation aligns with the concept that a license in good standing is valid and free from restrictions or issues that would impede the licensee’s ability to practice.