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Idaho cosmetology exam preparation

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Written: foundation preview

Practical: unavailable

WRITTEN EXAM

required

Idaho requires the NIC Cosmetology Theory written examination through Prov. Candidates may use a Prov center or remote proctoring, and Prov publishes a passing scaled score of 75.00.

Provider: Prov
Questions: Not publicly confirmed
Time: Not publicly confirmed
Passing score: Not publicly confirmed
Delivery: remote or test center

PRACTICAL EXAM

required

Idaho requires the NIC cosmetology practical core plus eyebrow hair removal and manicure. Prov offers practical appointments at Idaho sites and through remote proctoring and publishes a passing scaled score of 75.00.

Provider: Prov
Total time: Not publicly confirmed
Passing score: Not publicly confirmed
Delivery: remote or test center

Practical procedure preview

Published sections for Idaho

Cosmetologists use a cold thermal curling iron. Kits must fit completely under the work area and be no larger than 30 by 30 inches; disinfectants must be wipes and other products must be non-aerosol.

01NIC Cosmetology Core Practical SectionsTiming controlled by current instructions

02Hair removal of the eyebrowsTiming controlled by current instructions

03ManicureTiming controlled by current instructions

State-selected sample

Original foundation question

This sample is general cosmetology preparation. It is not represented as a recalled or official Idaho 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.

state boardIdaho Barber and Cosmetology Services Licensing BoardAccessed 2026-08-27 contracted providerIdaho Cosmetology and Related Fields Candidate Information BulletinEffective 2026-01-05 · Accessed 2026-08-27

Known gaps

What we have not confirmed or completed.

! The Idaho bulletin does not publish the written question count or time limit.

! The Idaho bulletin links the NIC task CIBs but does not reproduce section timing or a total duration.

! Idaho 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.

! Idaho'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 Idaho, its licensing board, or its examination providers. Practice results do not guarantee licensure or exam performance.