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Complete Cosmetology State Board Exam Prep
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Start Here: Orientation & How To Use This Course
Welcome + How This Course Works
What’s On The Exam in 2026
Pick Your Path (State Differences)
Scientific Concepts (≈35%)
Infection Control & Safety
Anatomy & Physiology Essentials
Chemistry & Product Knowledge
Electricity & Equipment Safety
Infection Control - Practice Test
Anatomy & Physiology - Practice Test
Chemistry & Product Knowledge - Practice Test
Electricity Principles - Practice Test
Hair Care & Services (≈45%)
Trichology & Scalp Care
Consultation & Hair Design Principles
Shampoo, Conditioning & Scalp Treatments
Trichology - Practice Test
Hair Design Principles - Practice Test
Shampoo & Scalp Treatments - Practice Test
Haircutting Techniques - Practice Test
Hairstyling - Practice Test
Hair Enhancements - Practice Test
Chemical Texture Services - Practice Test
Hair Coloring Services - Practice Test
Skin Care & Services (≈10%)
Skin Histology & Disorders
Facial Procedures
Hair Removal (Temporary)
Makeup Application
Skin Histology - Practice Test
Facial Procedures - Practice Test
Hair Removal (Temporary) - Practice Test
Makeup Application - Practice Test
Nail Care & Services (≈10%)
Nail Structure & Disorders
Manicure & Pedicure (Procedure & Safety)
Artificial Nail Applications (Tips, Acrylic, Gel, Dip)
Nail Structure - Practice Test
Manicure & Pedicure - Practice Test
Artificial Nail Applications - Practice Test
Work Area & Client Preparation - Practice Tests
Supplies Setup - Practice Test
Sanitation - Practice Test
Draping - Practice Test
Thermal Curling - Practice Tests
Technique with Cold Iron - Practice Test
Hair Cutting - Practice Tests
Scissor Cutting Techniques - Practice Test
Chemical Waving - Practice Tests
Permanent Wave Procedures - Practice Test
Predisposition & Strand Test - Practice Tests
Allergy Testing, Strand Testing - Practice Test
Highlighting - Practice Tests
Foil Application (Virgin) - Practice Test
Color Retouch - Practice Tests
Retouch Techniques - Practice Test
Virgin Relaxer Application - Practice Tests
No-Base Relaxer - Practice Test
Mock Practical Exam (NIC Core Services)
Work Area & Client Preparation + Setup
Thermal Curling (Cold Iron Demonstration)
Haircutting (Uniform/One-Length Principles)
Chemical Waving (Permanent Wave)
Foil Highlight — Virgin Application
Color Retouch (Regrowth Application)
Virgin Relaxer Application (No-Base)
Blood Exposure Procedure
Practical Run (Sequencing & Pacing)
State-Specific Guides (2025)
How to Use These State Guides
California (CA Board of Barbering & Cosmetology)
Texas (TDLR)
Florida (DBPR)
New York (NY Dept. of State, Division of Licensing Services)
Other NIC-Based States (Quick Setup)
Flashcards
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1. Infection Control & Safety
2. Scientific Foundations (Anatomy • Chemistry • Electricity)
3. Trichology & Scalp Care
4. Shampoo, Conditioning & Scalp Treatments
5. Haircutting & Design Principles
6. Thermal Styling & Finishing
7. Chemical Texture & Relaxers
8. Hair Color Foundations (Levels • Tones • Developers)
9. Color Applications & Correction (Foils • Virgin • Retouch • Toning)
10. Skin Care & Makeup Basics
11. Hair Removal (Tweezing • Soft Wax)
12. Nail Care & Enhancements (Structure • Mani/Pedi • Acrylic/Gel/Dip)
Mock Exam Simulation
Cosmetology Full Length Exam
Exam-Day Playbook (Written + Practical)
Written Exam Strategy — The 90-Minute Game Plan
Practical Exam Strategy — Sequencing, Safety, Recovery
What to Bring & Test-Center Rules (General)
ADA & Accommodations (Fast Guide)
If You Need a Retake — 72-Hour Reset
Final Review & Last-Minute Boosters
High-Yield Review (1 Week Out)
24-Hour Lightning Review (The Day Before)
Confidence & Nerves Toolkit (On-Exam Resets)
Wrap-Up & Next Steps
Certificate of Completion (For Your Files)
You’re Ready — What Happens After You Pass
Feedback & Certificate of Completion
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What to Bring & Test-Center Rules (General)
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