COMPLETE 2025 NORTH DAKOTA STATE BOARD OF
COSMETOLOGY LAW EXAM STUDY GUIDE – 300 VERIFIED
PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR LICENSURE
PREPARATION
1. What is the minimum age to apply for a cosmetology license in North
Dakota?
A. 16
B. 17
C. 18
D. 21
Answer: C. 18
2. How many hours of training are required for a cosmetologist license in
North Dakota?
A. 1000 hours
B. 1200 hours
C. 1500 hours
D. 1800 hours
Answer: C. 1500 hours
3. What is the primary responsibility of the North Dakota State Board of
Cosmetology?
A. Provide financial assistance to salons
B. Enforce laws and regulations regarding cosmetology
C. Develop beauty products
D. Organize fashion shows
Answer: B. Enforce laws and regulations regarding cosmetology
4. How often must cosmetology licenses be renewed in North Dakota?
A. Every year
B. Every 2 years
C. Every 3 years
D. Every 5 years
Answer: B. Every 2 years
,5. What is the late fee for renewing a cosmetology license past the due date
in North Dakota?
A. $10
B. $25
C. $50
D. $100
Answer: C. $50
6. Can a cosmetology license be transferred from another state to North
Dakota?
A. Yes, with reciprocity and approval
B. No, you must start over
C. Only for nail technicians
D. Yes, if you pay double the fee
Answer: A. Yes, with reciprocity and approval
7. Who must be present in a salon during business hours?
A. An accountant
B. A receptionist
C. A licensed cosmetologist
D. A security officer
Answer: C. A licensed cosmetologist
8. What is the consequence of practicing cosmetology without a valid
license in North Dakota?
A. A warning
B. A $10 fine
C. Disciplinary action and/or a fine
D. Immediate employment suspension
Answer: C. Disciplinary action and/or a fine
9. How many members serve on the North Dakota State Board of
Cosmetology?
A. 3
B. 4
C. 5
D. 7
Answer: C. 5
10. Which of the following is NOT a license issued by the Board?
A. Cosmetologist
B. Barber
C. Esthetician
,D. Manicurist
Answer: B. Barber
11. How often are salons inspected in North Dakota?
A. Monthly
B. Annually
C. Every 2 years
D. Randomly
Answer: B. Annually
12. What must be displayed in plain view in every salon?
A. TV screen
B. List of services
C. License of each professional
D. Price list
Answer: C. License of each professional
13. What is required to disinfect tools in a salon?
A. Water only
B. Soap and water
C. EPA-registered disinfectant
D. Alcohol wipes
Answer: C. EPA-registered disinfectant
14. What happens if a licensee changes their name?
A. No action required
B. Must notify the Board within 30 days
C. Only required at renewal
D. Must take another exam
Answer: B. Must notify the Board within 30 days
15. Which of the following is prohibited in a salon?
A. Sterilized tools
B. Licensed staff
C. Live animals (except service animals)
D. Posted safety protocols
Answer: C. Live animals (except service animals)
16. What is the minimum required square footage for a cosmetology salon
in ND?
A. 150 sq ft
B. 300 sq ft
C. 500 sq ft
, D. 1000 sq ft
Answer: B. 300 sq ft
17. What must be done if blood is drawn during a service?
A. Continue the service
B. Wipe with tissue and keep going
C. Stop the service, disinfect the area, and wear gloves
D. Send the client home
Answer: C. Stop the service, disinfect the area, and wear gloves
18. What is the proper way to store clean linens?
A. In a drawer
B. On the chair
C. In a covered container or cabinet
D. On the floor
Answer: C. In a covered container or cabinet
19. How should soiled towels be stored before laundering?
A. In a laundry basket
B. On the floor
C. In a labeled, closed container
D. Anywhere out of sight
Answer: C. In a labeled, closed container
20. How must foot spas be cleaned between clients?
A. Wipe with cloth
B. Rinse with water
C. Clean and disinfect according to manufacturer's instructions
D. Clean only once per day
Answer: C. Clean and disinfect according to manufacturer's instructions
21. What type of water must be available in a salon?
A. Bottled only
B. Rainwater
C. Potable, running hot and cold water
D. Cold water only
Answer: C. Potable, running hot and cold water
22. Who is responsible for maintaining sanitation in a salon?
A. The landlord
B. Each licensee
C. Only the manager
D. Cleaning service only
Answer: B. Each licensee
COSMETOLOGY LAW EXAM STUDY GUIDE – 300 VERIFIED
PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR LICENSURE
PREPARATION
1. What is the minimum age to apply for a cosmetology license in North
Dakota?
A. 16
B. 17
C. 18
D. 21
Answer: C. 18
2. How many hours of training are required for a cosmetologist license in
North Dakota?
A. 1000 hours
B. 1200 hours
C. 1500 hours
D. 1800 hours
Answer: C. 1500 hours
3. What is the primary responsibility of the North Dakota State Board of
Cosmetology?
A. Provide financial assistance to salons
B. Enforce laws and regulations regarding cosmetology
C. Develop beauty products
D. Organize fashion shows
Answer: B. Enforce laws and regulations regarding cosmetology
4. How often must cosmetology licenses be renewed in North Dakota?
A. Every year
B. Every 2 years
C. Every 3 years
D. Every 5 years
Answer: B. Every 2 years
,5. What is the late fee for renewing a cosmetology license past the due date
in North Dakota?
A. $10
B. $25
C. $50
D. $100
Answer: C. $50
6. Can a cosmetology license be transferred from another state to North
Dakota?
A. Yes, with reciprocity and approval
B. No, you must start over
C. Only for nail technicians
D. Yes, if you pay double the fee
Answer: A. Yes, with reciprocity and approval
7. Who must be present in a salon during business hours?
A. An accountant
B. A receptionist
C. A licensed cosmetologist
D. A security officer
Answer: C. A licensed cosmetologist
8. What is the consequence of practicing cosmetology without a valid
license in North Dakota?
A. A warning
B. A $10 fine
C. Disciplinary action and/or a fine
D. Immediate employment suspension
Answer: C. Disciplinary action and/or a fine
9. How many members serve on the North Dakota State Board of
Cosmetology?
A. 3
B. 4
C. 5
D. 7
Answer: C. 5
10. Which of the following is NOT a license issued by the Board?
A. Cosmetologist
B. Barber
C. Esthetician
,D. Manicurist
Answer: B. Barber
11. How often are salons inspected in North Dakota?
A. Monthly
B. Annually
C. Every 2 years
D. Randomly
Answer: B. Annually
12. What must be displayed in plain view in every salon?
A. TV screen
B. List of services
C. License of each professional
D. Price list
Answer: C. License of each professional
13. What is required to disinfect tools in a salon?
A. Water only
B. Soap and water
C. EPA-registered disinfectant
D. Alcohol wipes
Answer: C. EPA-registered disinfectant
14. What happens if a licensee changes their name?
A. No action required
B. Must notify the Board within 30 days
C. Only required at renewal
D. Must take another exam
Answer: B. Must notify the Board within 30 days
15. Which of the following is prohibited in a salon?
A. Sterilized tools
B. Licensed staff
C. Live animals (except service animals)
D. Posted safety protocols
Answer: C. Live animals (except service animals)
16. What is the minimum required square footage for a cosmetology salon
in ND?
A. 150 sq ft
B. 300 sq ft
C. 500 sq ft
, D. 1000 sq ft
Answer: B. 300 sq ft
17. What must be done if blood is drawn during a service?
A. Continue the service
B. Wipe with tissue and keep going
C. Stop the service, disinfect the area, and wear gloves
D. Send the client home
Answer: C. Stop the service, disinfect the area, and wear gloves
18. What is the proper way to store clean linens?
A. In a drawer
B. On the chair
C. In a covered container or cabinet
D. On the floor
Answer: C. In a covered container or cabinet
19. How should soiled towels be stored before laundering?
A. In a laundry basket
B. On the floor
C. In a labeled, closed container
D. Anywhere out of sight
Answer: C. In a labeled, closed container
20. How must foot spas be cleaned between clients?
A. Wipe with cloth
B. Rinse with water
C. Clean and disinfect according to manufacturer's instructions
D. Clean only once per day
Answer: C. Clean and disinfect according to manufacturer's instructions
21. What type of water must be available in a salon?
A. Bottled only
B. Rainwater
C. Potable, running hot and cold water
D. Cold water only
Answer: C. Potable, running hot and cold water
22. Who is responsible for maintaining sanitation in a salon?
A. The landlord
B. Each licensee
C. Only the manager
D. Cleaning service only
Answer: B. Each licensee
