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Virginia uses the NIC theory examination and adds 10 Virginia law and regulation questions.
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- Prov
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- computer based
VA · Last reviewed 2026-08-27
Virginia cosmetology exam preparation
Requirements can change. Confirm the current candidate bulletin and licensing-board instructions before scheduling or purchasing supplies.
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Written: foundation preview
Practical: unavailable
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Virginia has used Prov for NIC theory and practical examinations since January 1, 2025.
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- Prov
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- Passing score
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- hands on
Practical procedure preview
Published sections for Virginia
Follow the current Prov/NIC candidate bulletin and supply list. The practical is offered in English only.
State-selected sample
Original foundation question
This sample is general cosmetology preparation. It is not represented as a recalled or official Virginia exam question.
INFECTION CONTROL
What must occur before a reusable nonporous implement is disinfected?
AWrap it
BClean off visible debris
CStore it overnight
DApply oil
Reference: CDC Standard Precautions and NIC Infection Control outline ↗Official sources
What this profile is based on.
Research compilation: Echo Craft, LLC editorial team. Professional subject-matter review is still pending and is disclosed as a launch gap.
Known gaps
What we have not confirmed or completed.
! The current candidate bulletin does not publish a total question count, time limit, or cut score.
! The current bulletin does not publish a practical cut score or one total elapsed duration.
! Virginia 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.
! Virginia'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 Virginia, its licensing board, or its examination providers. Practice results do not guarantee licensure or exam performance.