Free cosmetology practice

Cosmetology State Board Exam Prep

Start with 10 free questions for Cosmetology, Nail Technician, Esthetician or CA/TX Barber. Read explanations, review missed topics, then compare 90-day and 1-year access. Barber uses two fixed CA/TX practice forms; audio is not available.

4 courses50 + DC Cosmetology states10 free practice questions90 days / 1 year access options

State study path

What are you preparing for?

Pick your license type and state to open the matching guide, then start the practice app with the right licensing context.

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900+ questions · state-aware

Cosmetology State Board Exam Prep

900+ questions for infection control, hair color, chemical texture, skin, nails, state law and timed mock exams.

Full access $35 for 90 days · ≈ $11.67/month · no auto-renew

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700+ questions · state-aware

Nail Technician State Board Exam Prep

700+ questions for sanitation, nail anatomy, manicuring, pedicuring, acrylic, gel, wraps and state law.

Full access $35 for 90 days · ≈ $11.67/month · no auto-renew

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500+ questions · state-aware

Esthetician State Board Exam Prep

500+ questions for skin science, infection control, facials, hair removal, makeup, machines and state law.

Full access $35 for 90 days · ≈ $11.67/month · no auto-renew

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490 questions · state-aware

Barber State Board Exam Prep

A 490-question CA/TX theory study bank, explanations, missed-question review and two fixed practice forms. Retakes use the same item sets; audio is not available.

Full access $29 for 90 days · ≈ $9.67/month · no auto-renew

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Know what to review next

Example only: a practice result can point to topics to review. A small sample does not predict whether you will pass your licensing exam.

Illustrative practice round6 / 10 correctThis is an example, not a learner result or a pass probability.

Infection control1 / 4

Hair color3 / 3

Chemical texture2 / 3

Suggested next stepReview infection controlRead the explanations for the three missed questions, then practice this topic again.

What full access includes

Everything points back to the same study loop: practice, understand, drill weak topics, then simulate the exam.

  • State mock examsPractice supported state configurations. Barber uses fixed CA/TX forms; its Texas practice timer combines two stages.
  • Answer explanationsReview the rule after every answer.
  • Weak-area drillsPractice missed topics first.
  • Audio reviewAudio is available for supported courses and languages. Barber audio is not available.

Cosmetology: $35 for 90 days

One payment, no subscription and no automatic renewal. That works out to about $11.67 a month.

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Why learners can trust it

  • Original questionsStudy questions are original, not recalled or official exam items.
  • Source-backed guidesState guides cite board, rule and testing-vendor sources.
  • No auto-renewPlans are one-time payments, not subscriptions.
  • 7-day refundIf it is not what you expected, reply within 7 days.
  • Language supportStudy in supported languages; official exam languages depend on the state and vendor.

How it works

  1. 1

    Choose your state

    The app loads a supported state profile. Barber covers California and Texas.

  2. 2

    Answer free questions

    Check the explanation after each answer.

  3. 3

    Keep studying

    Unlock mock exams, flashcards, and review.

Free licensing tools

Choose the task you came here to solve.

Popular state guides

Fast links for licensing questions with strong search intent.

Popular free questions

Review a focused answer, then continue into the practice app when you are ready.

Common questions

Is the practice test really free?

Yes. Every track includes 10 free questions with explanations, and you do not need an account to try them. Full access to the complete question bank is a one-time purchase.

Are the questions specific to my state?

Select the supported state for your course. Barber covers California and Texas with two fixed practice forms; retakes use the same item sets. Its combined Texas timer does not simulate PSI’s separate stages. Verify the current candidate bulletin.

What topics are on the written exam?

Written exams usually cover infection control, anatomy and physiology, chemistry, client consultation, services for the selected license type, and state law where your board publishes it.

Does this help with PSI or NIC-style exams?

Yes. The practice is built around state board written-exam blueprints and common PSI, NIC, and state-vendor theory topics, while still asking you to verify the current candidate bulletin for your state.

Can I study in Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean or Chinese?

Yes. The course app supports English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean, and Simplified Chinese study pages. Official exam language availability depends on the state and testing vendor.

Are these official exam questions?

No. These are original study questions, not recalled questions or official exam items. They are designed to teach the tested concepts and rules without copying a live exam.

Which exams does this cover?

This covers written theory practice for Cosmetology, Nail Technician, Esthetician and CA/TX Barber. Barber uses fixed practice forms and has no audio. Practical exam coaching is not included.

How much does full access cost?

Cosmetology full access is $35 for 90 days — one flat payment, no subscription and no automatic renewal. Prices vary by course; compare the available plans on the pricing page.

How many questions is the state board written exam?

It varies by state and testing vendor. A typical written exam runs 100–120 multiple-choice questions in about 90–120 minutes — for example, the NIC national theory exams use 110 questions in 90 minutes. The mock exam follows your state's published format.

What score do I need to pass the written exam?

Most states set the written pass mark around 70–75%. Confirm the current number in your state board's candidate bulletin — the mock exam applies your state's published pass mark where available.

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