PA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY
RULES AND REGULATIONS. EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+
2025/2026
What are the exclusions of manicuring? - ANS The term does not include [the removal of
corns or callouses] but does include the removal of thin dry skin for cosmetic purposes with a
pumice stone or similar non-metal instrument.
Who regulates tanning unit requirements? - ANS The U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Is the rental of a booth space permitted in a salon in Pennsylvania? - ANS No, a booth space
is not permitted in the state of Pennsylvania
How many members make up the State Board of Cosmetology? - ANS 13
What are the powers of the Board under the Act? - ANS The board has the power to revoke,
refuse to renew, or suspend a license.
What are the reasons that the Board can revoke, refuse to renew, or suspend a license? -
ANS - Violation of any provision of the Act.
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, - Violation of any rules or regulations.
- Gross incompetency.
- Dishonesty.
- Unethical practices.
- Refusing to be inspected.
Before any license can be suspended or revoked, what must the Board do? - ANS - Send a
notice of charges.
- Allow a public hearing.
When can a person apply to have their license reinstated? - ANS After a period of 5 years.
How can a person apply to have their license reinstated? - ANS The license will be reinstated
when proof has been presented that the violation has ceased.
To whom are all fines and civil penalties paid? - ANS The professional Augmentation Account
Where are appeals taken in the state of Pennsylvania? - ANS The Court of Common Pleas,
Dauphin County, Harrisburg, Pa.
Where are trade or fictitious names registered? - ANS The State Corporation Bureau.
Who is the commissioner of Professional and Occupational affairs? - ANS IAN J. HARLOW
(2015) (subject to change)
What are the powers of the Municipality? - ANS Any Municipality may restrict the days and
hours of shop business.
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RULES AND REGULATIONS. EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+
2025/2026
What are the exclusions of manicuring? - ANS The term does not include [the removal of
corns or callouses] but does include the removal of thin dry skin for cosmetic purposes with a
pumice stone or similar non-metal instrument.
Who regulates tanning unit requirements? - ANS The U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Is the rental of a booth space permitted in a salon in Pennsylvania? - ANS No, a booth space
is not permitted in the state of Pennsylvania
How many members make up the State Board of Cosmetology? - ANS 13
What are the powers of the Board under the Act? - ANS The board has the power to revoke,
refuse to renew, or suspend a license.
What are the reasons that the Board can revoke, refuse to renew, or suspend a license? -
ANS - Violation of any provision of the Act.
1 @COPYRIGHT 2025/2026 ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
, - Violation of any rules or regulations.
- Gross incompetency.
- Dishonesty.
- Unethical practices.
- Refusing to be inspected.
Before any license can be suspended or revoked, what must the Board do? - ANS - Send a
notice of charges.
- Allow a public hearing.
When can a person apply to have their license reinstated? - ANS After a period of 5 years.
How can a person apply to have their license reinstated? - ANS The license will be reinstated
when proof has been presented that the violation has ceased.
To whom are all fines and civil penalties paid? - ANS The professional Augmentation Account
Where are appeals taken in the state of Pennsylvania? - ANS The Court of Common Pleas,
Dauphin County, Harrisburg, Pa.
Where are trade or fictitious names registered? - ANS The State Corporation Bureau.
Who is the commissioner of Professional and Occupational affairs? - ANS IAN J. HARLOW
(2015) (subject to change)
What are the powers of the Municipality? - ANS Any Municipality may restrict the days and
hours of shop business.
2 @COPYRIGHT 2025/2026 ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
