Cosmetology Test State Board 2

Question 1

Which document must a cosmetology student present when applying to take the state board practical exam?

Accepted Answer

Valid government-issued photo ID

Answer

A valid government-issued photo ID (such as a driver's license or passport) is required to verify identity when applying for the state board practical exam.

Question 2

During the state board practical exam, a candidate accidentally cuts themselves with shears. What is the correct first action?

Accepted Answer

Notify the examiner immediately and follow bloodborne pathogen protocol

Answer

Any exposure incident must be reported to the examiner immediately, and bloodborne pathogen protocol (stopping service, gloves, proper disposal) must be followed.

Question 3

What is the minimum passing score on the written state board exam in most U.S. states?

Accepted Answer

70%

Answer

Most U.S. states require a minimum score of 70% on the written cosmetology state board exam to pass.

Question 4

Which organization administers the National Interstate Council (NIC) cosmetology written exam used by many states?

Accepted Answer

NIC through approved testing vendors

Answer

The NIC develops and owns the exam, which is then administered through approved testing vendors contracted by each state.

Question 5

A cosmetologist's license expires and she continues working for 30 days before noticing. In most states, this results in:

Accepted Answer

A fine and requirement to renew immediately

Answer

Practicing with an expired license typically results in a fine and the requirement to renew; the severity depends on how long the license was expired.

Cosmetology Test Practice Test

Cosmetology Test Practice Test

Cosmetology Test State Board 2