TENNESSEE STATE LAW OF COSMETOLOGY EXAM NEWEST
2025/2026 ACTUAL EXAM WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (100% VERIFIED ANSWERS)
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A cosmetology school shall contain at least __________ square
feet of instructional floor space including an enclosed theory
classroom - ANSWER-2200
How many days must the new school be closed to the public
unless it has students enrolled with 200 or more hours to perform
services on the public - ANSWER-90
How long is a school considered new - ANSWER-Until it has
students with 200 hours or more
If an existing school requires an expansion campus facility, how
close must the facility be located - ANSWER-Within 2 miles of the
main campus
The board of cosmetology is made up of how many members? -
ANSWER-9
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Who appoints the 9 members of the board? - ANSWER-The
Governor
What are the requirements needed in order to select the 9
members of the board? - ANSWER-3 cosmetologist, 2 members
must be 21 who are not in the occupation of cosmetology, 1 must
hold a baccalaureate degree in education, 1 member is the owner
of a school, & 1 is an instructor licensed in TN at least 5 years.
What is the minimum age requirement for any person interested
in cosmetology, esthetics, manicuring, shampooing, or natural
hair styling license? - ANSWER-16
Pending insurance or denial by the board for the appropriate
license, you may work in a shop if you display what item at your
workstation? - ANSWER-Copy of your passing inspection and
receipt and/or copy of cashier check or money order.
What are the duties of the board members? - ANSWER-
Inspections/examinations of applications and declare policy of
board.
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The practice of granting license to qualified individuals without
examination is known as? - ANSWER-Reciprocity
What is the minimum age requirement for a manager operating a
school or shop? - ANSWER-18
In addition to 750 hours, an esthetics an needs how many more to
become an instructor? - ANSWER-300
Who is responsible for maintaining the supplies in the student kit?
- ANSWER-Student
Who is responsible for ensuring that only licensed persons
perform services at a shop? - ANSWER-Owner/Manager
What do you have to do if you do not pay the fee for the original
license with 6 months after being notified by the state board of
passing your examination? - ANSWER-Submit application again
and retake test.