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Complete Cosmetology State Board Exam Prep
Cosmetology Free Practice Test
Practice Test #1
Start Here: Orientation & How To Use This Course
Welcome + How This Course Works
What’s On The Exam in 2025
Pick Your Path (State Differences)
Scientific Concepts (≈35%)
Infection Control & Safety
Anatomy & Physiology Essentials
Chemistry & Product Knowledge
Electricity & Equipment Safety
Hair Care & Services (≈45%)
Trichology & Scalp Care
Consultation & Hair Design Principles
Shampoo, Conditioning & Scalp Treatments
Skin Care & Services (≈10%)
Skin Histology & Disorders
Facial Procedures
Hair Removal (Temporary)
Makeup Application
Nail Care & Services (≈10%)
Nail Structure & Disorders
Manicure & Pedicure (Procedure & Safety)
Artificial Nail Applications (Tips, Acrylic, Gel, Dip)
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)
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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