Wisconsin Cosmetology

Under Wisconsin's Cosmetology Examining Board, what is the minimum number of training hours required to obtain a cosmetology license?

• A1,000 hours
• B1,200 hours
• C1,550 hours
• D1,800 hours

Which state agency oversees cosmetology licensing in Wisconsin?

• AWisconsin Department of Health Services
• BWisconsin Cosmetology Examining Board under the Department of Safety and Professional Ser…
• CWisconsin Department of Workforce Development
• DWisconsin Secretary of State

Under Wis. Stat. § 454.06(1)(c), which statement correctly describes eligibility related to age and education for an initial cosmetologist license?

• AApplicants must be at least 16 years old with no education requirement
• BApplicants must be at least 21 years old
• CApplicants must have a high school diploma or equivalency, be in a board-approved program…
• DThere is a hard minimum age of 16 for every applicant

When must a Wisconsin cosmetologist license be renewed?

• AAnnually on the licensee's birthday
• BBy March 31 of every odd-numbered year (biennial renewal)
• CEvery three years on March 31
• DEvery four years on December 31

What examination must Wisconsin cosmetology applicants pass for licensure?

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

Under Wisconsin regulations, what must a salon obtain before opening?

• AOnly a local business permit
• BAn establishment license from DSPS and compliance with sanitation and facility standards
• COnly registration with the city clerk
• DApproval from the local health department only

What does Wis. Stat. § 454.06(7) require regarding display of a cosmetologist license certificate?

• ALicenses can be kept only in a personal file at home
• BThe licensee shall post the certificate in a conspicuous place in the licensed establishm…
• COnly the establishment license needs display; individual licenses need not be posted
• DEmail confirmation of licensure is sufficient

Does Wisconsin require continuing education for cosmetology license renewal?

• AYes, 30 hours every two years
• BYes, 16 hours every two years
• CWisconsin does not currently require continuing education for cosmetology renewal
• DYes, 8 hours every two years

What is the consequence of practicing cosmetology without a license in Wisconsin?

• AA written warning
• BIt is a violation of Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 454, subject to fines and possible legal…
• CCommunity service
• DAutomatic enrollment in cosmetology school

How does Wisconsin handle reciprocity for cosmetologists licensed in other states?

• AAll out-of-state licenses are automatically valid
• BWisconsin offers licensure by endorsement for applicants with equivalent training and exa…
• CNo reciprocity exists
• DOnly bordering state licenses are accepted

Under Wis. Stat. § 454.10, what training must a cosmetology apprentice complete to be eligible for the cosmetologist examination?

• A500 hours of salon observation only
• BAt least 3,712 hours of practical training and 288 hours of theoretical instruction (comp…
• CThe same 1,550 school hours with no additional practical hours
• DApprenticeships are only available for barbers, not cosmetologists

Under Wisconsin sanitation regulations, how must reusable implements be disinfected between clients?

• ARinsed with hot water
• BWiped with a dry cloth
• CCleaned to remove all debris and immersed in an EPA-registered disinfectant for the requi…
• DSprayed with room freshener

What does Wisconsin require regarding towels and linens in cosmetology establishments?

• ATowels can be reused between clients if they appear clean
• BFresh, clean towels must be used for each client; soiled towels stored in a closed recept…
• CTowels only need laundering once per week
• DDisposable towels are the only option