Washington Cosmetology

Under Washington State's Department of Licensing, what is the minimum number of training hours required to obtain a cosmetology license?

• A1,000 hours
• B1,400 hours
• C1,600 hours
• D2,000 hours

Which state agency regulates cosmetology licensing in Washington State?

• AWashington State Board of Health
• BWashington State Department of Licensing (DOL)
• CWashington State Department of Labor and Industries
• DWashington Cosmetology Board

What is the minimum age to apply for a cosmetology license in Washington State?

• A16 years old
• B17 years old
• C18 years old
• DNo minimum age beyond school enrollment

How often must a Washington State cosmetology license be renewed?

• AAnnually
• BEvery two years
• CEvery three years
• DEvery five years

What examination must Washington State cosmetology applicants pass for licensure?

• AWritten examination only
• BPractical examination only
• CBoth written and practical examinations
• DNo examination is required

Under Washington State law, what is required before a cosmetology salon can begin operating?

• AOnly a general business license
• BA salon license from the DOL, a business license, and compliance with facility and sanita…
• COnly registration with the Secretary of State
• DApproval from the local chamber of commerce

What does Washington State require regarding the display of cosmetology licenses?

• ALicenses may be stored in a personal file
• BEach practitioner's license must be posted at their workstation in public view
• COnly the salon license needs to be visible
• DDigital copies are sufficient

Does Washington State require continuing education for cosmetology license renewal?

• AYes, 24 hours every two years
• BYes, 12 hours every two years
• CWashington does not currently require continuing education for cosmetology renewal
• DYes, 8 hours every two years

What is the penalty for practicing cosmetology without a license in Washington State?

• AA verbal warning
• BThe DOL may issue cease and desist orders and civil fines for unlicensed practice
• CA $50 fine
• DMandatory enrollment in a cosmetology program

How does Washington State handle cosmetology license reciprocity with other states?

• AAll out-of-state licenses are automatically valid
• BApply for reciprocity with proof of an active out-of-state license in good standing and p…
• CNo reciprocity exists; all must retrain
• DOnly licenses from Oregon and Idaho are accepted

What apprenticeship option does Washington State offer for cosmetology training?

• ANo apprenticeship is available
• BAn apprenticeship of 3,000 hours as an alternative to school
• CApprenticeships require only 800 hours
• DApprenticeships are only for barbers

Under Washington State sanitation rules (WAC 308-20), what is the proper method for disinfecting non-electrical implements between clients?

• ARinse with water
• BWipe with a paper towel
• CClean with soap and water, then immerse in an EPA-registered disinfectant for the require…
• DSpray with cologne

What does Washington State require regarding towels and linens in cosmetology salons?

• ATowels may be reused throughout the day
• BClean towels must be used for each client; soiled towels stored in a covered receptacle
• COnly paper towels are allowed
• DTowels must be washed weekly