DC · Last reviewed 2026-08-27
Requirements can change. Confirm the current candidate bulletin and licensing-board instructions before scheduling or purchasing supplies.
Written: foundation preview
Practical: unavailable
The District requires the NIC Cosmetology written examination through Prov at a Prov computer-based testing center. Prov publishes a passing scaled score of 70.00.
Cosmetologists must pass a practical examination after the theory examination. The District holds practical examinations at Bennett Career Institute and sends scheduling instructions through its exam coordinator.
State-selected sample
This sample is general cosmetology preparation. It is not represented as a recalled or official District of Columbia exam question.
AWrap it
BClean off visible debris
CStore it overnight
DApply oil
Reference: CDC Standard Precautions and NIC Infection Control outline ↗Official sources
Research compilation: Echo Craft, LLC editorial team. Professional subject-matter review is still pending and is disclosed as a launch gap.
Known gaps
! The current District bulletin does not publish the cosmetology item count or time limit.
! Current practical sections, timing, cut score, and candidate kit instructions were not published.
! District of Columbia is recorded as requiring a written examination, but Beauty Exam Studio does not yet have a state-specific written content pack. The launch experience provides general foundation practice only; users must confirm current content, timing, scoring, and procedures with the official board or testing provider.
! District of Columbia's practical requirements are listed from reviewed public sources, but Beauty Exam Studio does not yet have a state-specific practical task pack for this jurisdiction. The New York sequence and timers are never substituted for another state.
Beauty Exam Studio is an independent educational product. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by District of Columbia, its licensing board, or its examination providers. Practice results do not guarantee licensure or exam performance.