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Alabama Cosmetology Theory Examination

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Alabama Cosmetology License License: Complete Roadmap

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1

Master safety and infection control

Prioritize infection control, decontamination, exposure incidents, safe product handling, SDS use, ventilation, and electrical safety—the official outline's largest domain at 30%.

5
hours
2

Review consultation and analysis

Drill client intake, contraindications, patch tests, adverse reactions, hair, skin, and nail analysis, and when to recommend a medical opinion; this domain is 19%.

5
hours
3

Drill chemical services

Practice haircoloring and chemical texture procedures, product safety, strand tests, color formulation, virgin hair, and chemically treated hair; together these domains are 22%.

5
hours
4

Cover remaining service domains

Review hairstyling, haircutting, skin care, eyelash and eyebrow services, hair removal, and nail care, then rehearse a 120-minute theory-exam pace.

5
hours
Estimated total study time
20 hours
That's about 2 weeks at 10 hours/week

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AL Cosmetology Exam Details

Alabama Cosmetology Theory Examination

Administered by Alabama Board of Cosmetology and Barbering / PSI

Official Source
70%
Passing Score
110
Questions
120
Minutes
$75 theory; $130 practical
Exam Fee
Study time: 2-4 weeks
Prerequisites: Board-approved eligibility after 1,500 school hours or 3,000 apprenticeship hours; candidates must be at least 16 and have completed the 10th grade or equivalent

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Alabama Board of Cosmetology and Barbering / PSI content outline

Safety and Infection Control30%

Client Consultation and Hair, Skin, and Nail Analysis19%

Hairstyling2%

Haircutting3%

Haircoloring10%

Chemical Texture Services12%

Skin Care4%

Eyelash and Eyebrow4%

Hair Removal8%

Nail Care8%

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What's Next After the AL Cosmetology?

After passing the AL Cosmetology, you can pursue these career paths

Licensed Cosmetologist

Provide hair, skin, and nail services in Alabama salons under a license issued by the Alabama Board of Cosmetology.

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Salon Owner

Open and run an Alabama salon, applying salon management skills plus state licensing and sanitation rules to stay compliant.

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Hair Stylist

Specialize in cutting, coloring, and styling hair for Alabama clients, building on the hair services and chemistry tested on the exam.

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Beauty Consultant

Advise Alabama clients on skin care and beauty products, drawing on cosmetology theory and skin care knowledge from your license.

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