How many questions is the Nails written exam in Louisiana?

110 questions, 100 of them scored. You get 90 minutes.

What do I need to pass?

Louisiana does not publish a passing score for this exam, and state law keeps exam results confidential.

Which languages can I take it in?

English, Vietnamese. You pick the language when you book.

What does it cost to take the exam?

In Louisiana, the exam costs $83.

Is there a hands-on exam too?

Yes. Louisiana also has a hands-on exam for this license, apart from the written one.

Written exam

Louisiana Nail Tech State Board Practice Test

National Nail Technology Theory Examination, given by Prometric (IQT)

The Louisiana Nails written exam has 110 questions (100 scored), gives you 90 minutes, and costs $83. Prometric (IQT) gives it.

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Louisiana Nail Tech practice questions

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Which substance is known as the universal solvent?
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Which hand muscles draw the fingers together toward the midline?
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Which brush is preferred for outlining and lettering?
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Which ingredient prevents sunlight from causing discoloration in nail polish?
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Which product removes surface moisture and tiny amounts of oil from the natural nail plate?
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The paper at a glance

Testing vendor: Prometric (IQT)
Questions: 110
Scored questions: 100
Minutes: 90
To pass: Louisiana does not publish a passing score for this exam, and state law keeps exam results confidential.
Fee: $83
Languages: English, Vietnamese
Hands-on exam: Yes, a separate hands-on exam

What the paper weighs

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

Topic	Share of the paper	Questions
Nail Technology Procedures - Nail Enhancement Services	20%	20
Nail Technology Procedures - Manicure and Pedicure Services	18%	18
Scientific Concepts - Infection Control and Safety Practices	15%	15
Scientific Concepts - Anatomy and Physiology	15%	15
Nail Technology Procedures - Nail Service Tools	13%	13
Scientific Concepts - Chemistry of Nail Products	10%	10
Nail Technology Procedures - Pre-service process	5%	5
Nail Technology Procedures - Post-Service Procedures	4%	4

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How many questions is the Nails written exam in Louisiana?: 110 questions, 100 of them scored. You get 90 minutes.
What do I need to pass?: Louisiana does not publish a passing score for this exam, and state law keeps exam results confidential.
Which languages can I take it in?: English, Vietnamese. You pick the language when you book.
What does it cost to take the exam?: In Louisiana, the exam costs $83.
Is there a hands-on exam too?: Yes. Louisiana also has a hands-on exam for this license, apart from the written one.