required
Pennsylvania requires the cosmetologist theory examination.
- Provider
- Pearson VUE
- Questions
- Not publicly confirmed
- Time
- Not publicly confirmed
- Passing score
- Not publicly confirmed
- Delivery
- computer based
PA · Last reviewed 2026-08-27
Pennsylvania cosmetology exam preparation
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Written: Foundation preview
Practical: Not currently offered
Reviewed beta packages are state-specific practice. Foundation previews are general preparation only; not currently offered tracks are not available. Practice results never predict or guarantee passing.not required
Pennsylvania has not required a practical examination since November 25, 2014.
- Provider
- Not confirmed
- Total time
- Not publicly confirmed
- Passing score
- Not publicly confirmed
- Delivery
- not confirmed
Sample question
Original foundation question
This sample is general cosmetology preparation. It is not represented as a recalled or official Pennsylvania exam question.
HAIRSTYLING
A thermal iron should be tested before use to:
AIncrease density
BConfirm a safe temperature
CChange porosity permanently
DDisinfect the cord
Reference: NIC National Cosmetology Theory content 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.
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! Current question count, time limit, and passing score were not confirmed in the board guide.
! Pennsylvania 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.
! Pennsylvania is recorded as not requiring a practical examination for this license, so this track is not offered as a launch exam-preparation track.
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