The requirements of this chapter shall not apply to the following classes of persons, and no permit required under this chapter shall be required of such persons, while engaged in the performance of the duties of their respective professions:
A. Physicians, surgeons, chiropractors, osteopaths, podiatrists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, exercise physiologists, and acupuncturists who are licensed to practice under the laws of the State of California.
B. Registered nurses, practical nurses, or licensed vocational nurses who are licensed or registered to practice under the laws of the State of California.
C. Hospitals, nursing homes, mental health facilities, or any other health facility licensed under the laws of the State of California.
D. Athletic trainers of any amateur, semiprofessional or professional athletes or teams, or athletic trainers hired by a local, state or federal government entity, while engaging in their training responsibilities for and with athletes; and trainers working in conjunction with a specific athletic event, such as track meets, triathlons, or similar single occurrence athletic events.
E. Barbers, beauticians, cosmetologists, aestheticians, and manicurists who are licensed under the laws of the State of California.
F. Any educational institution licensed and regulated by the State of California, including any portion of the institution providing massage, such as student clinics and work study programs.
G. Any other business or profession exempt from the provisions of this chapter by state law.
(Ord. 565-21, Exhibit A (part), 2021)