Short answer
The NIC written exam has about 110 multiple-choice questions, 100 of them scored.
Cosmetology Written Exam Topics
- Scientific concepts: infection control, safety, anatomy, chemistry
- Hair care: cutting, coloring, chemical texture services
- Skin care and hair removal
- Nail care
Infection control appears throughout both the written and practical exams.
USA Cosmetology State Board Exam: Quick Facts
- Most common exam
- NIC (written + practical)
- Written
- ~110 questions, ~90 min
- Passing
- Usually 75%
- Licensed by
- State cosmetology board
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