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South Carolina Cosmetology State Board Practice Test

National Cosmetology Theory Examination, given by PROV

The South Carolina Cosmetology written exam has 110 questions (100 scored), gives you 90 minutes, needs a score of 75 to pass, and costs $78. PROV gives it.

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South Carolina Cosmetology practice questions

Five questions from the South Carolina paper. Tap an answer and you see right away if you got it. No account needed.

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  1. Question 1 of 5

    Why should lightener proportions be measured instead of estimated?

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  2. Question 2 of 5

    Which finding requires postponing an oxidative dye service for safety?

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  3. Question 3 of 5

    Which activity is strictly forbidden in work areas with a reasonable risk of blood exposure?

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  4. Question 4 of 5

    What condition prevents a professional from performing a scalp service?

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  5. Question 5 of 5

    Blood-contaminated waste has been discarded. Used tools have been removed. What comes next before another client is seated?

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The paper at a glance

Testing vendor
PROV
Questions
110
Scored questions
100
Minutes
90
To pass
A score of 75.
Fee
$78
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.

TopicShare of the paperQuestions
Hair Care and Services45%45
Scientific Concepts35%35
Skin Care and Services10%10
Nail Care and Services10%10

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How many questions is the Cosmetology written exam in South Carolina?
110 questions, 100 of them scored. You get 90 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 South Carolina, the exam costs $78.
Is there a hands-on exam too?
Yes. South Carolina also has a hands-on exam for this license, apart from the written one.