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Kansas Cosmetology State Board Practice Test

Kansas Cosmetology Exam, given by National Testing Network (NTN)

The Kansas Cosmetology written exam has 120 questions (100 scored), gives you 120 minutes, needs a score of 75 to pass, and costs $75. National Testing Network (NTN) gives it.

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Kansas Cosmetology practice questions

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  1. Question 1 of 5

    What can happen when over-lightening destroys too much protein in hair?

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  2. Question 2 of 5

    What must be done to a workstation surface if blood spills on it?

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  3. Question 3 of 5

    Which hair condition is inappropriate for a Japanese thermal straightening service?

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  4. Question 4 of 5

    How often must a bleach mixture be prepared fresh in a salon?

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  5. Question 5 of 5

    What is the minimum age required to take the Kansas cosmetology licensure examination?

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The paper at a glance

Testing vendor
National Testing Network (NTN)
Questions
120
Scored questions
100
Minutes
120
To pass
A score of 75.
Fee
$75
Languages
English
Hands-on exam
No hands-on exam

What the paper weighs

The share of the paper each topic carries, as this state publishes it.

TopicShare of the paperQuestions
Safety, Sanitation & Infection Control40%40
Kansas State General Laws, Rules and Regulations25%25
Hair Care & Services19%19
Skin Care & Services4%4
Product Knowledge & Chemistry4%4
Nail Care & Services4%4
Implements, Tools & Equipment2%2
Anatomy & Physiology2%2

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How many questions is the Cosmetology written exam in Kansas?
120 questions, 100 of them scored. You get 120 minutes.
What do I need to pass?
A score of 75.
Which languages can I take it in?
English. You pick the language when you book.
What does it cost to take the exam?
In Kansas, the exam costs $75.
Is there a hands-on exam too?
No. For this license, Kansas has only the written exam.