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Master Barber

Barbering including chemical processing.

Licensing authority: Delaware Board of Cosmetology and Barbering · Application information

Initial licensure by examination — apprenticeship

All of the following:

Application Fee
Submit approved application and the appropriate fee. Initial examination applications go through Prometric.
Completion Documentation
Submit the apprentice training transcript and hours log; apprenticeship permit terminates when completion is submitted, then apply for examination.
Foreign Documents
Credentials from outside the United States or its territories require an approved educational evaluation and translation where appropriate (rule 1.3).
General Education
Education equivalent to tenth grade; provide certified transcript or other reliable proof accepted by the Board (§5107(a)(1)).
Professional Fitness
Meet §5107(a)(4)-(8): disciplinary history, drug/alcohol impairment, substantially related convictions or pending charges, and unresolved disciplinary complaints. The Board decides statutory waiver or denial where authorized.
Professional Training
Complete 3,000 hours of supervised apprenticeship after the apprentice permit is issued; no more than 40 hours per week. Complete within 18–36 months, subject to an approved good-cause extension of no more than one year.
Initial licensure by examination — equivalent foreign training

All of the following:

Application Fee
Submit approved application and the appropriate fee. Initial examination applications go through Prometric.
Equivalent Training
Submit evidence satisfactory to the Board that foreign training is equivalent to §5107(a)(3); meet all other statutory requirements.
Foreign Documents
Credentials from outside the United States or its territories require an approved educational evaluation and translation where appropriate (rule 1.3).
General Education
Education equivalent to tenth grade; provide certified transcript or other reliable proof accepted by the Board (§5107(a)(1)).
Professional Fitness
Meet §5107(a)(4)-(8): disciplinary history, drug/alcohol impairment, substantially related convictions or pending charges, and unresolved disciplinary complaints. The Board decides statutory waiver or denial where authorized.
Recognition of Barber license issued before April 28, 2008
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Previous Issuance
Barber license was issued by the Delaware Division before April 28, 2008; the statute deems that barber a Master Barber.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Late renewal within five years
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Continuing Education
Meet any established continuing education; Board FAQ says none is required.
License Status
Lapsed less than five years under §5111(b); Board renewal instructions allow late renewal up to five years.
Payment
Pay renewal and late fee; do not resume practice until renewed to active status.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Reinstatement after license lapsed longer than five years
National Barber Styling Practical Examination (assessment without a question bank)
Application
Submit reinstatement application and fee.
Previous License
Previously held this Delaware license, lapsed for longer than five years.
Required Exam
Take and pass the practical examination; Board supplies exam registration information after review.
Biennial renewal
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Continuing Education
§5111(b) requires any Board-established continuing education. Board FAQ expressly answers that continuing education is not required.
License Status
Renew current license biennially; Barber and Master Barber expire March 31 of even years.
Payment
Submit online renewal and appropriate fee.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

New application following revocation

All of the following:

Application Fee
Submit approved application and the appropriate fee. Initial examination applications go through Prometric.
Foreign Documents
Credentials from outside the United States or its territories require an approved educational evaluation and translation where appropriate (rule 1.3).
General Education
Education equivalent to tenth grade; provide certified transcript or other reliable proof accepted by the Board (§5107(a)(1)).
Previous Revocation
Former license was revoked. Apply for a new license, successfully complete all examinations and pay all appropriate fees.
Professional Fitness
Meet §5107(a)(4)-(8): disciplinary history, drug/alcohol impairment, substantially related convictions or pending charges, and unresolved disciplinary complaints. The Board decides statutory waiver or denial where authorized.
Initial licensure by examination — school education

All of the following:

Application Fee
Submit approved application and the appropriate fee. Initial examination applications go through Prometric.
Board FAQDifference
Master Barber minimum is 1,500 classroom hours.
Foreign Documents
Credentials from outside the United States or its territories require an approved educational evaluation and translation where appropriate (rule 1.3).
General Education
Education equivalent to tenth grade; provide certified transcript or other reliable proof accepted by the Board (§5107(a)(1)).
Professional Fitness
Meet §5107(a)(4)-(8): disciplinary history, drug/alcohol impairment, substantially related convictions or pending charges, and unresolved disciplinary complaints. The Board decides statutory waiver or denial where authorized.
Professional Training
Complete at least 1,500 classroom hours of continuous training; no more than 40 hours per week excluding make-up hours.
Restoration of suspended license or removal of probation
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Board Order
Board may impose authorized disciplinary or corrective measures as conditions of reinstatement/removal of probation. Fulfill the individual Board order; §5114(c) identifies no particular examination.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Upgrade from licensed Barber by examination

All of the following:

Application Fee
Submit approved application and the appropriate fee. Initial examination applications go through Prometric.
Chemical Training
Complete an additional 600-hour chemicals apprenticeship and pass the master barber examinations under §5107(a)(3)d.
Existing License
Hold a Barber license.
Foreign Documents
Credentials from outside the United States or its territories require an approved educational evaluation and translation where appropriate (rule 1.3).
General Education
Education equivalent to tenth grade; provide certified transcript or other reliable proof accepted by the Board (§5107(a)(1)).
Professional Fitness
Meet §5107(a)(4)-(8): disciplinary history, drug/alcohol impairment, substantially related convictions or pending charges, and unresolved disciplinary complaints. The Board decides statutory waiver or denial where authorized.
Return to unrestricted licensure after voluntary treatment
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Treatment Completion
Complete the voluntary treatment program and comply with the treatment agreement and restrictions; rule 17.9 permits an application for unrestricted licensure.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Barber

Barbering without chemical processing.

Licensing authority: Delaware Board of Cosmetology and Barbering · Application information

Initial licensure by examination — apprenticeship

All of the following:

Application Fee
Submit approved application and the appropriate fee. Initial examination applications go through Prometric.
Completion Documentation
Submit the apprentice training transcript and hours log; apprenticeship permit terminates when completion is submitted, then apply for examination.
Foreign Documents
Credentials from outside the United States or its territories require an approved educational evaluation and translation where appropriate (rule 1.3).
General Education
Education equivalent to tenth grade; provide certified transcript or other reliable proof accepted by the Board (§5107(a)(1)).
Professional Fitness
Meet §5107(a)(4)-(8): disciplinary history, drug/alcohol impairment, substantially related convictions or pending charges, and unresolved disciplinary complaints. The Board decides statutory waiver or denial where authorized.
Professional Training
Complete 3,000 hours of supervised apprenticeship after the apprentice permit is issued; no more than 40 hours per week. Complete within 18–36 months, subject to an approved good-cause extension of no more than one year.
Initial licensure by examination — equivalent foreign training

All of the following:

Application Fee
Submit approved application and the appropriate fee. Initial examination applications go through Prometric.
Equivalent Training
Submit evidence satisfactory to the Board that foreign training is equivalent to §5107(a)(3); meet all other statutory requirements.
Foreign Documents
Credentials from outside the United States or its territories require an approved educational evaluation and translation where appropriate (rule 1.3).
General Education
Education equivalent to tenth grade; provide certified transcript or other reliable proof accepted by the Board (§5107(a)(1)).
Professional Fitness
Meet §5107(a)(4)-(8): disciplinary history, drug/alcohol impairment, substantially related convictions or pending charges, and unresolved disciplinary complaints. The Board decides statutory waiver or denial where authorized.
Late renewal within five years
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Continuing Education
Meet any established continuing education; Board FAQ says none is required.
License Status
Lapsed less than five years under §5111(b); Board renewal instructions allow late renewal up to five years.
Payment
Pay renewal and late fee; do not resume practice until renewed to active status.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Reinstatement after license lapsed longer than five years
National Barber 1 (No Chemical) Practical Examination (assessment without a question bank)
Application
Submit reinstatement application and fee.
Previous License
Previously held this Delaware license, lapsed for longer than five years.
Required Exam
Take and pass the practical examination; Board supplies exam registration information after review.
Biennial renewal
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Continuing Education
§5111(b) requires any Board-established continuing education. Board FAQ expressly answers that continuing education is not required.
License Status
Renew current license biennially; Barber and Master Barber expire March 31 of even years.
Payment
Submit online renewal and appropriate fee.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

New application following revocation

All of the following:

Application Fee
Submit approved application and the appropriate fee. Initial examination applications go through Prometric.
Foreign Documents
Credentials from outside the United States or its territories require an approved educational evaluation and translation where appropriate (rule 1.3).
General Education
Education equivalent to tenth grade; provide certified transcript or other reliable proof accepted by the Board (§5107(a)(1)).
Previous Revocation
Former license was revoked. Apply for a new license, successfully complete all examinations and pay all appropriate fees.
Professional Fitness
Meet §5107(a)(4)-(8): disciplinary history, drug/alcohol impairment, substantially related convictions or pending charges, and unresolved disciplinary complaints. The Board decides statutory waiver or denial where authorized.
Initial licensure by examination — school education

All of the following:

Application Fee
Submit approved application and the appropriate fee. Initial examination applications go through Prometric.
Board FAQDifference
Board FAQ says: Cosmetologist, Master Barber or Barber – 1500 classroom hours. The controlling Barber minimum is 1,250 hours under §5107(a)(3)e.
Foreign Documents
Credentials from outside the United States or its territories require an approved educational evaluation and translation where appropriate (rule 1.3).
General Education
Education equivalent to tenth grade; provide certified transcript or other reliable proof accepted by the Board (§5107(a)(1)).
Professional Fitness
Meet §5107(a)(4)-(8): disciplinary history, drug/alcohol impairment, substantially related convictions or pending charges, and unresolved disciplinary complaints. The Board decides statutory waiver or denial where authorized.
Professional Training
Complete at least 1,250 classroom hours of continuous training; no more than 40 hours per week excluding make-up hours.
Initial licensure by examination — transferred apprentice hours

All of the following:

Application Fee
Submit approved application and the appropriate fee. Initial examination applications go through Prometric.
Board FAQDifference
Board FAQ states: After completing a 1500-hour apprenticeship, you must then apply for admittance to a 600-hour classroom program that has been approved by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences (NACCAS) . Note that no NACCAS-approved 600-hour course is currently available. The statutory transfer provision controls the transfer quantities.
Foreign Documents
Credentials from outside the United States or its territories require an approved educational evaluation and translation where appropriate (rule 1.3).
General Education
Education equivalent to tenth grade; provide certified transcript or other reliable proof accepted by the Board (§5107(a)(1)).
Professional Fitness
Meet §5107(a)(4)-(8): disciplinary history, drug/alcohol impairment, substantially related convictions or pending charges, and unresolved disciplinary complaints. The Board decides statutory waiver or denial where authorized.
Training
Up to 1,800 apprentice hours may transfer at 2:1 into a 1,500-hour barbering school program, with at least 600 school hours and Board documentation. Acceptance by the school is discretionary under rule 3.4.
Restoration of suspended license or removal of probation
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Board Order
Board may impose authorized disciplinary or corrective measures as conditions of reinstatement/removal of probation. Fulfill the individual Board order; §5114(c) identifies no particular examination.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Return to unrestricted licensure after voluntary treatment
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Treatment Completion
Complete the voluntary treatment program and comply with the treatment agreement and restrictions; rule 17.9 permits an application for unrestricted licensure.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Temporary Work Permit

Temporary supervised barbering practice pending examination or reciprocity approval.

Licensing authority: Delaware Board of Cosmetology and Barbering · Application information

Temporary permit following failure and registration for next examination

All of the following:

Board Page Difference
Controlling rule 2.3 requires six months after last examination before a new temporary permit application when the two-year period expires. Board examination page states: If you do not pass both exams within two years after applying for the permit, your temporary permit will expire. You must wait one year from the date of the last exam, then reapply and meet all requirements for licensure. These requirements include repeating all educational requirements and re-taking and passing both exams.
Duration
Valid until 30 days after the next examination date. Subsequent permit requires proof of failure and registration for the next date. Eligibility lasts two years from application.
Eligibility
Otherwise qualified examination applicant; eligible for the required NIC written/theory and practical tests; pay appropriate fees.
Previous Failure
Submit evidence of failure and registration for the next examination date.
Supervision
Practice under licensed master barber, barber, barber instructor or cosmetology instructor with 35 documented shaving hours.
Target License
Barber
Temporary supervised practice pending practitioner examinations

All of the following:

Board Page Difference
Controlling rule 2.3 requires six months after last examination before a new temporary permit application when the two-year period expires. Board examination page states: If you do not pass both exams within two years after applying for the permit, your temporary permit will expire. You must wait one year from the date of the last exam, then reapply and meet all requirements for licensure. These requirements include repeating all educational requirements and re-taking and passing both exams.
Duration
Valid until 30 days after the next examination date. Subsequent permit requires proof of failure and registration for the next date. Eligibility lasts two years from application.
Eligibility
Otherwise qualified examination applicant; eligible for the required NIC written/theory and practical tests; pay appropriate fees.
Supervision
Practice under licensed master barber, barber, barber instructor or cosmetology instructor with 35 documented shaving hours.
Target License
Barber
New temporary permit application after two year eligibility period

All of the following:

Board Page Difference
Controlling rule 2.3 requires six months after last examination before a new temporary permit application when the two-year period expires. Board examination page states: If you do not pass both exams within two years after applying for the permit, your temporary permit will expire. You must wait one year from the date of the last exam, then reapply and meet all requirements for licensure. These requirements include repeating all educational requirements and re-taking and passing both exams.
Duration
Valid until 30 days after the next examination date. Subsequent permit requires proof of failure and registration for the next date. Eligibility lasts two years from application.
Eligibility
Otherwise qualified examination applicant; eligible for the required NIC written/theory and practical tests; pay appropriate fees.
Supervision
Practice under licensed master barber, barber, barber instructor or cosmetology instructor with 35 documented shaving hours.
Target License
Barber
Waiting Period
Wait six months from the last examination under rule 2.3, then submit a new application.
Temporary permit following failure and registration for next examination

All of the following:

Board Page Difference
Controlling rule 2.3 requires six months after last examination before a new temporary permit application when the two-year period expires. Board examination page states: If you do not pass both exams within two years after applying for the permit, your temporary permit will expire. You must wait one year from the date of the last exam, then reapply and meet all requirements for licensure. These requirements include repeating all educational requirements and re-taking and passing both exams.
Duration
Valid until 30 days after the next examination date. Subsequent permit requires proof of failure and registration for the next date. Eligibility lasts two years from application.
Eligibility
Otherwise qualified examination applicant; eligible for the required NIC written/theory and practical tests; pay appropriate fees.
Previous Failure
Submit evidence of failure and registration for the next examination date.
Supervision
Practice under licensed master barber, barber, barber instructor or cosmetology instructor with 35 documented shaving hours.
Target License
Master Barber
Temporary supervised practice pending practitioner examinations

All of the following:

Board Page Difference
Controlling rule 2.3 requires six months after last examination before a new temporary permit application when the two-year period expires. Board examination page states: If you do not pass both exams within two years after applying for the permit, your temporary permit will expire. You must wait one year from the date of the last exam, then reapply and meet all requirements for licensure. These requirements include repeating all educational requirements and re-taking and passing both exams.
Duration
Valid until 30 days after the next examination date. Subsequent permit requires proof of failure and registration for the next date. Eligibility lasts two years from application.
Eligibility
Otherwise qualified examination applicant; eligible for the required NIC written/theory and practical tests; pay appropriate fees.
Supervision
Practice under licensed master barber, barber, barber instructor or cosmetology instructor with 35 documented shaving hours.
Target License
Master Barber
New temporary permit application after two year eligibility period

All of the following:

Board Page Difference
Controlling rule 2.3 requires six months after last examination before a new temporary permit application when the two-year period expires. Board examination page states: If you do not pass both exams within two years after applying for the permit, your temporary permit will expire. You must wait one year from the date of the last exam, then reapply and meet all requirements for licensure. These requirements include repeating all educational requirements and re-taking and passing both exams.
Duration
Valid until 30 days after the next examination date. Subsequent permit requires proof of failure and registration for the next date. Eligibility lasts two years from application.
Eligibility
Otherwise qualified examination applicant; eligible for the required NIC written/theory and practical tests; pay appropriate fees.
Supervision
Practice under licensed master barber, barber, barber instructor or cosmetology instructor with 35 documented shaving hours.
Target License
Master Barber
Waiting Period
Wait six months from the last examination under rule 2.3, then submit a new application.

National Barber Styling Practical Examination

This assessment does not have a question bank.

Provider
Developed by the National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC); practical examinations administered by test administration companies and states upon approval and authorization of NIC
Format
Hands-on practical examination in 9 timed or variably timed core domain sections evaluated by examiners on specified tasks; candidates bring their own supply kit; model or mannequin requirements follow state guidelines; a straight razor must be used
Examination sources

National Barber Styling Theory Examination

Provider
Developed by the National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC); computer-based testing administered by test administration companies and states upon approval and authorization of NIC
Format
Multiple-choice theory examination; each question is followed by four answer options, only one of which is correct
Exam questions
110 items, of which 100 items are weighted and contribute to the final score
Time limit
90 minutes
Examination outline
  • Scientific Concepts (35% of items) (35%)
    • Infection control and safety practices — Identify how disease and infection are caused and transmitted
    • Infection control and safety practices — Apply principles of infection control: Sanitation/Cleansing; Disinfection; Sterilization; Contamination and cross-contamination
    • Infection control and safety practices — Apply blood exposure procedures
    • Infection control and safety practices — Identify requirements of government agencies (e.g., CDC, OSHA, EPA)
    • Human anatomy and physiology — Identify function and structure of the: Hair and scalp; Skin
    • Human anatomy and physiology — Identify bones related to: Head and face; Neck, shoulders, and upper back
    • Human anatomy and physiology — Identify muscles and joints and their functions related to: Head and face; Neck, shoulders, and upper back
    • Human anatomy and physiology — Understand the functions of body systems: Nervous system; Circulatory system; Endocrine system; Integumentary system
    • Human anatomy and physiology — Identify signs and symptoms of conditions, disorders, and diseases related to skin: Types; Treatments
    • Human anatomy and physiology — Identify signs and symptoms of conditions, disorders, and diseases related to hair: Types; Treatments
    • Basic chemistry of products used in barbering — Understand the chemical pH scale
    • Basic chemistry of products used in barbering — Understand purpose and effects of products, ingredients, and their interactions
    • Basic chemistry of products used in barbering — Understand interactions among chemicals
    • Basic chemistry of products used in barbering — Understand chemical reactions (e.g., overexposure, chemical burn, inhalation)
  • Implements and Equipment Used in Barbering (10% of items) (10%)
    • Identify function, purpose, and care of tools used in hair services: Equipment (e.g., chair, workstation); Implements (e.g., razors, shears, combs/brushes); Supplies and materials (e.g., towels, drape, neck strips); Electrical tools (e.g. clippers, blow dryers)
    • Understand and apply safety and sanitation practices for use of implements and equipment
  • Hair Care Services (40% of items) (40%)
    • Client consultation, analysis, and documentation for hair care services — Analyze condition of client’s hair and scalp (i.e., assessment)
    • Client consultation, analysis, and documentation for hair care services — Recognize conditions that would prohibit service (i.e., contraindications)
    • Client consultation, analysis, and documentation for hair care services — Determine hair services and/or products
    • Client consultation, analysis, and documentation for hair care services — Document and maintain client records for hair services (e.g., consultation card, service history, medical history)
    • Hair care — Apply knowledge of draping (e.g., chemical, shampoo, hair cutting)
    • Hair care — Apply knowledge of principles and procedures for shampooing and conditioning
    • Hair care — Apply knowledge of principles and procedures for scalp treatments and scalp massage/manipulation
    • Hair design — Apply knowledge of principles, procedures, and safety of hair cutting: Shaping; Outlining; Neck shave
    • Hair design — Apply knowledge of principles, procedures and safety of hair styling: Wet styling; Blowdry styling; Thermal styling; Natural hair styling (e.g., braiding, locks)
    • Hair design — Apply knowledge of principles, procedures, and safety of hair enhancements
    • Hair design — Apply knowledge of preparation, procedures, and safety for head shaving
    • Hair design — Apply knowledge of principles, procedures, and safety for chemical services — Understand preliminary tests (e.g., purposes, uses, applications): Predisposition; Strand test
    • Hair design — Apply knowledge of principles, procedures, and safety for chemical services — Hair coloring (including facial hair)
    • Hair design — Apply knowledge of principles, procedures, and safety for chemical services — Hair lightening
    • Hair design — Apply knowledge of principles, procedures, and safety for chemical services — Foiling
    • Hair design — Apply knowledge of principles, procedures, and safety for chemical services — Chemical hair relaxing/restructuring and curl reduction: Hydroxide; Thio; Keratin
    • Hair design — Apply knowledge of principles, procedures, and safety for chemical services — Chemical waving/texturizing: Alkaline; Acid; Non-thio
  • Facial Hair and Skin Care Services (15% of items) (15%)
    • Client consultation, analysis, and documentation for facial hair and skin care services — Evaluate client’s skin (e.g., type, condition)
    • Client consultation, analysis, and documentation for facial hair and skin care services — Identify contraindications: Disorders; Diseases
    • Client consultation, analysis, and documentation for facial hair and skin care services — Determine facial hair services and/or products
    • Client consultation, analysis, and documentation for facial hair and skin care services — Document and maintain client records for facial hair services (e.g., consultation card, service history, medical history)
    • Apply knowledge of draping for facial hair and skin care services
    • Apply knowledge of principles, procedures, and safety for facial hair and skin care services — Complete shave service with required strokes
    • Apply knowledge of principles, procedures, and safety for facial hair and skin care services — Facial hair design
    • Apply knowledge of principles, procedures, and safety for facial hair and skin care services — Facial (e.g., cleansing, steaming, mask)
    • Electrotherapy and light therapy — Apply knowledge of purpose and types of electrotherapy and light therapy
Examination sources

National Barber 1 (No Chemical) Practical Examination

This assessment does not have a question bank.

Provider
Developed by the National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC); practical examinations administered by test administration companies and states upon approval and authorization of NIC
Format
Hands-on practical examination in 5 timed or variably timed core domain sections evaluated by examiners on specified tasks; candidates bring their own supply kit; model or mannequin requirements follow state guidelines; a straight razor must be used
Examination sources

National Barber 1 (No Chemical) Theory Examination

Provider
Developed by the National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC); computer-based testing administered by test administration companies and states upon approval and authorization of NIC
Format
Multiple-choice theory examination; each question is followed by four answer options, only one of which is correct
Exam questions
60 items, of which 50 items are weighted and contribute to the final score
Time limit
90 minutes
Examination outline
  • Scientific Concepts (40% of items) (40%)
    • Infection control and safety practices — Identify how disease and infection are caused and transmitted
    • Infection control and safety practices — Apply principles of infection control: Sanitation/Cleansing; Disinfection; Sterilization; Contamination and cross-contamination
    • Infection control and safety practices — Apply blood exposure procedures
    • Infection control and safety practices — Identify requirements of government agencies related to public protection (e.g., CDC, OSHA, EPA)
    • Human anatomy and physiology — Identify function and structure of the: Hair and scalp; Skin
    • Human anatomy and physiology — Identify bones related to: Head and face; Neck, shoulders, and upper back
    • Human anatomy and physiology — Identify muscles and joints and their functions related to: Head and face; Neck, shoulders, and upper back
    • Human anatomy and physiology — Understand the functions of body systems: Nervous system; Circulatory system; Endocrine system; Integumentary system
    • Human anatomy and physiology — Identify signs and symptoms of conditions, disorders, and diseases related to skin: Types; Treatments
    • Human anatomy and physiology — Identify signs and symptoms of conditions, disorders, and diseases related to hair: Types; Treatments
    • Basic chemistry of products used in barbering — Understand purpose and effects of products, ingredients, and their interactions
  • Implements and Equipment Used in Barbering (10% of items) (10%)
    • Identify function, purpose, and care of tools used in hair services: Equipment (e.g., chair, workstation); Implements (e.g., razors, shears, combs/brushes); Supplies and materials (e.g., towels, drape, neck strips); Electrical tools (e.g. clippers, blow dryers)
    • Understand and apply safety and sanitation practices for use of implements and equipment
  • Hair Care Services (30% of items) (30%)
    • Client consultation, analysis, and documentation for hair care services — Analyze condition of client’s hair and scalp (i.e., assessment)
    • Client consultation, analysis, and documentation for hair care services — Recognize conditions that would prohibit service (i.e., contraindications)
    • Client consultation, analysis, and documentation for hair care services — Determine hair services and/or products
    • Client consultation, analysis, and documentation for hair care services — Document and maintain client records for hair services (e.g., consultation card, service history, medical history)
    • Hair care — Apply knowledge of draping (e.g., chemical, shampoo, hair cutting)
    • Hair care — Apply knowledge of principles and procedures for shampooing and conditioning
    • Hair care — Apply knowledge of principles and procedures for scalp treatments and scalp massage/manipulation
    • Hair design — Apply knowledge of principles, procedures, and safety of hair cutting: Shaping; Outlining; Neck shave
    • Hair design — Apply knowledge of principles, procedures and safety of hair styling: Wet styling; Blowdry styling; Thermal styling; Natural hair styling (e.g., braiding, locks)
    • Hair design — Apply knowledge of principles, procedures, and safety of hair enhancements
    • Hair design — Apply knowledge of preparation, procedures, and safety for head shaving
  • Facial Hair and Skin Care Services (20% of items) (20%)
    • Client consultation, analysis, and documentation for facial hair and skin care services — Evaluate client’s skin (e.g., type, condition)
    • Client consultation, analysis, and documentation for facial hair and skin care services — Identify contraindications: Disorders; Diseases
    • Client consultation, analysis, and documentation for facial hair and skin care services — Determine services and/or products
    • Client consultation, analysis, and documentation for facial hair and skin care services — Document and maintain client records for facial hair services (e.g., consultation card, service history, medical history)
    • Apply knowledge of draping for facial hair and skin care services
    • Apply knowledge of principles, procedures, and safety for facial hair and skin care services — Complete shave service with required strokes
    • Apply knowledge of principles, procedures, and safety for facial hair and skin care services — Facial hair design
    • Apply knowledge of principles, procedures, and safety for facial hair and skin care services — Facial (e.g., cleansing, steam towel massage)
    • Electrotherapy and light therapy — Apply knowledge of purpose and types of electrotherapy and light therapy
Examination sources