Free TN Cosmetology Exam Prep
Tennessee Cosmetologist Licensing Examinations
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Tennessee Cosmetology License: Study Roadmap
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Check PSI guide, eligibility and current licensing rules.
Safety and assessment
Review infection control, history, contraindications and referral.
Hair and chemical services
Practise cut/style and product-specific texture/colour decisions.
Skin, eyes, removal and nails
Review current domain skills and safety boundaries.
Local law and mixed theory review
Use separate law supplements and diagnose mixed-set errors.
Can You Take the TN Cosmetology Exam?
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- •The school/Board eligibility process precedes PSI scheduling.
- •Complete all examinations within 3 years after the initial theory pass.
- •Pay initial licence fee within 6 months of notice of passing unless a rule-based good-cause waiver applies.
- •Confirm active licensing before practice; test passage is not itself a licence.
TN Cosmetology Quick Facts
Timeline
- Review plan
- 30–50 hours of theory revision, plus practical training
- Scope
- Exam revision only; eligibility, required training, booking and issuance take separate time.
Exam Provider
Tennessee Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners / PSI
Retake Policy
- Retesting
- Confirm current authorization/availability and pay the required portion fee; no universal waiting-day claim verified.
- Completion window
- All examinations within 3 years after initial theory pass.
- Cancellation
- Current PSI bulletin: confirmed at least 48 hours before appointment; check confirmation.
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129 Practice Questions
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What You'll Study
17 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Chapter 1: Exam Overview & the Tennessee Licensing Path
3 sections
Chapter 2: Tennessee Cosmetology Law & Board Rules
3 sections
Chapter 3: Microbiology & the Spread of Infection
3 sections
Chapter 4: Decontamination, Disinfection & Salon Safety
3 sections
Chapter 5: Anatomy & Physiology for Cosmetologists
3 sections
Chapter 6: Chemistry, Electricity & Light Therapy
3 sections
Chapter 7: Trichology — Hair Structure, Growth & Disorders
3 sections
Chapter 8: Skin Histology, Disorders & Analysis
3 sections
Chapter 9: Nail Structure, Growth & Disorders
3 sections
Chapter 10: Shampooing, Conditioning & Scalp Care
3 sections
Chapter 11: Haircutting Fundamentals & Techniques
3 sections
Chapter 12: Hairstyling, Braiding & Hair Additions
3 sections
Chapter 13: Chemical Texture Services — Perms & Relaxers
3 sections
Chapter 14: Haircoloring Theory, Products & Application
3 sections
Chapter 15: Skin Care Services — Facials, Hair Removal & Makeup
3 sections
Chapter 16: Nail Care Services — Manicure, Pedicure & Artificial Nails
3 sections
Chapter 17: Salon Business, Professionalism & Exam-Day Strategy
3 sections
TN Cosmetology Exam Details
Tennessee Cosmetologist Licensing Examinations
Administered by Tennessee Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners / PSI
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official Tennessee Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners / PSI content outline
Safety, hygiene, decontamination, pathogens, workplace/electrical/chemical hazards and incident response. Printed PSI v 1.2 percentage; all ten printed percentages total 80%, so do not treat this as a complete 100% distribution.
Consultation, anatomy in service context, hair/scalp/skin/nail assessment, history, contraindications and appropriate referral. Printed PSI v 1.2 percentage; all ten printed percentages total 80%, so do not treat this as a complete 100% distribution.
Wet/thermal styling, setting, braiding, hair additions, product and tension safety. Printed PSI v 1.2 percentage; all ten printed percentages total 80%, so do not treat this as a complete 100% distribution.
Sectioning, guides, elevation, tool use and safe cut/finish checks. Printed PSI v 1.2 percentage; all ten printed percentages total 80%, so do not treat this as a complete 100% distribution.
Colour theory, products, application, lightening/correction, testing and integrity. Printed PSI v 1.2 percentage; all ten printed percentages total 80%, so do not treat this as a complete 100% distribution.
Waving and relaxing, chemistry, compatibility, processing, neutralization and scalp safety. Printed PSI v 1.2 percentage; all ten printed percentages total 80%, so do not treat this as a complete 100% distribution.
Facial preparation, products, massage and permitted superficial care. Printed PSI v 1.2 percentage; all ten printed percentages total 80%, so do not treat this as a complete 100% distribution.
Eye-service preparation, product/adhesive/remover safety, lashes and brows. Printed PSI v 1.2 percentage; all ten printed percentages total 80%, so do not treat this as a complete 100% distribution.
Waxing, sugaring, depilatories, tweezing/threading, contraindications and skin protection. Printed PSI v 1.2 percentage; all ten printed percentages total 80%, so do not treat this as a complete 100% distribution.
Manicure/pedicure, natural nails, enhancements, ventilation, infection control, curing and removal. Printed PSI v 1.2 percentage; all ten printed percentages total 80%, so do not treat this as a complete 100% distribution.
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