How many questions is the Nails written exam in South 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 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.

Written exam

South Carolina Nail Tech State Board Practice Test

National Nail Technology Theory Examination, given by PROV

The South Carolina Nails 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 Nail Tech practice questions

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After months of daily unprotected lotion use, redness appears on both hands. Which factor increases this risk?
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Question 2 of 5
Which implement can gently ease fully softened soak-off gel polish loose without scraping?
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Question 3 of 5
During service, one metal pusher falls onto the floor. How should the technician continue?
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What name describes the single molecules that join together to build long chains?
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Question 5 of 5
During an acrylic fill, how should existing product's raised edge be prepared?
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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.

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 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.