Virginia Barber License Vocabulary Game
Exam terms with clues and explanations by OpenExamPrep.
About the Virginia Barber License Vocabulary Game
A free word game for the Virginia Barber License exam. Each round shows a clue for one of 20 exam terms across 5 topics. Recall the term, spell it out, then read a short explanation. Rounds pick a random term, so you can keep playing as long as you like.
How to Play
- 1Read the clue and type a term with the right number of letters (3 to 6). Abbreviations count: type the letters only.
- 2Press Check Answer or Enter. Each letter changes color to show how close you are.
- 3You have 6 tries. Stuck? Need a hint? asks the AI tutor for a nudge without giving the term away, and Skip moves to a new term.
- 4After the round, read the explanation, ask the AI to explain it, share your result, or press Next.
- ARight letter, right spot
- AIn the term, wrong spot
- ANot in the term
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Topics in the Virginia Barber License Vocabulary Game
Scientific concepts
Implements and equipment
Hair care services
Facial and skin care
State law
Sources for these terms (19)
- Bloodborne pathogens, 29 CFR 1910.1030 (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- What are Antimicrobial Pesticides? (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Hazard Communication, 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Tinea Infections (MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- National Barber 1 (No Chemical) Practical Examination CIB (National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- O*NET OnLine Summary Report: Barbers (U.S. Department of Labor) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- National Barber Theory Examination CIB (National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Hair Analysis Panel Discussion, Section 2.4: General Physiology of Hair (Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- SEER Training Modules: Anatomy of the Skin (National Cancer Institute) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- National Barber 1 (No Chemical) Theory Examination CIB (National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- MRSA (MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Army updates facial hair policy to reinforce grooming standards (US Army, 2025-07-08) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Simple shaving tips to promote healthier skin (US Army) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- 18VAC41-20-140. Fees. (Virginia Administrative Code) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- 18VAC41-20-160. Renewal required. (Virginia Administrative Code) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- 18VAC41-20-260. Display of license. (Virginia Administrative Code) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- 18VAC41-20-270. Sanitation and safety standards for shops, salons, and schools. (Virginia Administrative Code) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- 18VAC41-20-180. Failure to renew. (Virginia Administrative Code) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Code of Virginia § 54.1-700. Definitions · Source checked 2026-11-03
About the VA Barber Exam
The Virginia barber license requires the NIC Barber 1 (No Chemical) theory exam, with Virginia law questions from 18VAC41-20, and the NIC Barber 1 practical exam, both delivered by Prov. The 70-question theory exam (10 unscored pilot questions) weights scientific concepts 33%, hair care services 25%, facial hair and skin care 17%, state law 17% and implements 8%.
Exam sponsor: Virginia Board for Barbers and Cosmetology (DPOR) / Prov, Inc.. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Assessment
Computer-based NIC Barber 1 theory exam with 10 Virginia law questions, plus a hands-on NIC Barber 1 practical exam
Time Limit
90 minutes (NIC Barber 1 theory)
Passing Score
75
Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.
Official sources
- Virginia Board for Barbers and Cosmetology (DPOR)
- Prov Virginia Barbers and Cosmetology Board Candidate Information Bulletin (October 2026)
- NIC National Barber 1 (No Chemical) Theory Examination CIB
- NIC National Barber 1 (No Chemical) Practical Examination CIB
- 18VAC41-20 Barbering and Cosmetology Regulations
- Code of Virginia, Title 54.1, Chapter 7 (Barbers and Cosmetologists)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the VA Barber vocabulary game free?
Yes. The game is free to play with no sign-up. Signing in adds AI explanations for any term.
How does the VA Barber vocabulary game work?
Each round shows a clue for one of 20 VA Barber terms. Guess the term in six tries: green means the right letter in the right spot, yellow means the letter is in the term but in another spot, and gray means it is not in the term. After the round, read the explanation and play the next term.
Where do the VA Barber terms come from?
OpenExamPrep researched each term from the Virginia Board for Barbers and Cosmetology (DPOR) / Prov, Inc. content outline and primary sources, listed under Sources on this page. The game is independent study material, not an official exam resource.
How many training hours are required for a Virginia barber license?
Since December 1, 2025, an approved Virginia barber school program requires 750 clock hours (it was 1,100). Candidates can also qualify through a registered apprenticeship through Virginia Works, a Virginia public school program, or out-of-state training of at least 80% of Virginia hours.
What is the passing score for the Virginia barber exam?
DPOR's Virginia candidate bulletin lists a minimum score of 75 to pass both the NIC theory and the NIC practical exam. A passed exam is kept only if both exams are passed within one year of the initial exam date.