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Tennessee State Nail Technician / Manicurist Licensing Exam

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Tennessee Nail Technician License License: Complete Roadmap

Follow this path to organize your licensing and exam preparation

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Review Tennessee State Board of Cosmetology nail rules and licensing

Study Tennessee State Board of Cosmetology nail technician rules, salon regulations, licensing requirements, and renewal procedures that govern manicurists practicing in the state.

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Study nail anatomy, disorders, and infection control

Learn nail anatomy and common nail disorders alongside the sanitation, disinfection, ventilation, and chemical-safety standards Tennessee enforces in the salon.

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hours
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Practice manicure, pedicure, and artificial nail techniques

Drill questions on manicures, pedicures, acrylics, gels, and nail art so you can apply correct procedures and product chemistry across nail services.

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Take timed Tennessee nail technician practice exams

Complete full 80-question practice exams at the 70% passing standard for the National Theory Test, reviewing client consultation and safety/infection-control explanations between timed attempts.

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

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TN Nail Tech-Specific Topics Covered

Tennessee nail tech board rulesTennessee salon regulationsState licensing requirementsContinuing education

TN Nail Tech Exam Details

Tennessee State Nail Technician / Manicurist Licensing Exam

Administered by Tennessee Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners

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70%
Passing Score
80
Questions
90
Minutes
$67 per test (Theory-only or Practical-only, via PSI); $35 reinstatement fee
Exam Fee
Study time: 2-3 weeks
Prerequisites: Completion of approved nail technician training program (typically 200-600 hours)

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Tennessee Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners content outline

Safety & Infection Control38%

Sanitation, disinfection, bloodborne pathogens, ventilation, and chemical-safety standards for nail services

Nails — Products, Services & Enhancements49%

Nail product chemistry, manicures, pedicures, wraps, acrylics, gels, and massage techniques

Nail Analysis10%

Nail anatomy, structure, growth, and identification of nail disorders and diseases

Client Consultation3%

Client intake, health-history screening, and service consultation procedures

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What's Next After the TN Nail Tech?

After passing the TN Nail Tech, you can pursue these career paths

Licensed Nail Technician

Provide manicures, pedicures, and artificial nail services in Tennessee salons under a license from the State Board of Cosmetology.

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Nail Salon Owner

Open and run a Tennessee nail salon, meeting board sanitation rules, ventilation and chemical-safety standards, and establishment licensing requirements.

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Nail Artist

Specialize in acrylics, gels, and nail art, applying the product chemistry and service techniques tested on the Tennessee nail technician exam.

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Spa Nail Specialist

Deliver manicure and pedicure services in Tennessee spas, combining nail care skills with the client consultation and sanitation standards required for licensure.

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