How many questions is the Cosmetology written exam in North Carolina?

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

Which languages can I take it in?

English. You pick the language when you book.

What does it cost to take the exam?

In North Carolina, the exam costs $84.

Is there a hands-on exam too?

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

At a PROV test center. North Carolina has centers in 16 cities.

Written exam

North Carolina Cosmetology State Board Practice Test

Cosmetologist written exam, given by PROV

The North Carolina Cosmetology written exam has 110 questions (100 scored), gives you 90 minutes, needs a scaled score of 75 to pass, and costs $84. PROV gives it.

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North Carolina Cosmetology practice questions

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Question 1 of 5
Assessment shows intact fibers that absorb moisture quickly. Compared with resistant fibers, which perm product is appropriate?
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Question 2 of 5
Which pigment family reflects light, making hair appear lighter than its actual depth?
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What is the effect of adding yellow to a hair dye mixture?
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What defines skin corrosion after initial exposure to a chemical substance?
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What does thio neutralization remove to rebuild the hair bonds?
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The paper at a glance

Testing vendor: PROV
Questions: 110
Scored questions: 100
Minutes: 90
To pass: A scaled score of 75.
Fee: $84
Languages: English
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
Hair Care and Services	45%	45
Scientific Concepts	35%	35
Skin Care and Services	10%	10
Nail Care and Services	10%	10

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How many questions is the Cosmetology written exam in North Carolina?: 110 questions, 100 of them scored. You get 90 minutes.
What do I need to pass?: A scaled 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 North Carolina, the exam costs $84.
Is there a hands-on exam too?: Yes. North Carolina also has a hands-on exam for this license, apart from the written one.
Where do I take it?: At a PROV test center. North Carolina has centers in 16 cities.