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New York Natural Hair Styling Advanced
License – Practice Exam Questions with
Verified Answers & Detailed Rationales
LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
New York Natural Hair Styling Advanced License – Practice Exam
Exam Overview
Feature Details
New York State Department of State (NYS DOS), Division of
Governing Body
Licensing Services
Legal Authority NYS General Business Law (GBL) Article 27; 19 NYCRR Part 162
Education Hours 300 hours of approved study
Minimum Age 17 years old
Exam Format Written (multiple-choice) + Practical
Written Exam
2.5 hours
Duration
Practical Exam
Approximately 2.5 hours
Duration
Passing Score 70% or higher
License Renewal Every 4 years
Core Domains Tested:
1. Licensing Laws & Regulations – NYS General Business Law, scope of practice, license
requirements
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2. Infection Control & Safety – Sanitation, disinfection, bloodborne pathogens, salon
safety
3. Anatomy & Physiology – Hair structure, growth cycle, scalp disorders, skin anatomy
4. Hair & Scalp Analysis – Hair types, texture analysis, scalp conditions, consultation
5. Shampooing, Conditioning & Treatments – Product selection, scalp treatments,
moisture balance
6. Natural Hair Styling Techniques – Braiding, locking, twisting, weaving, extending
7. Chemistry as Applied to Natural Hair – Product chemistry, pH balance, ingredient
functions
8. Salon Business & Professional Practices – Client consultation, ethics, recordkeeping,
workplace safety
SECTION 1: NYS LICENSING LAWS AND REGULATIONS (Questions 1-45)
1. What is the primary purpose of the New York State Natural Hair Styling license?
A) To allow the use of chemical relaxers and permanent waves
B) To regulate the practice of natural hair services without the use of reactive chemicals
C) To permit the cutting and trimming of hair with shears
D) To authorize the application of hair dyes and tints
Correct Answer: B
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Rationale: The NYS Natural Hair Styling license covers services such as braiding, locking,
twisting, and weaving. It does NOT permit the application of dyes, reactive chemicals, or other
preparations that alter the color or structure of the hair.
2. According to New York State regulations, what is the minimum age requirement to apply
for a Natural Hair Styling license?
A) 16 years old
B) 17 years old
C) 18 years old
D) 21 years old
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: According to NYS licensing requirements, applicants must be at least 17 years old to
apply for a Natural Hair Styling license.
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3. How many hours of approved study are required to qualify for the Natural Hair Styling
license in New York State?
A) 150 hours
B) 200 hours
C) 300 hours
D) 500 hours
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: NYS requires applicants to complete a minimum of 300 hours of approved study in a
licensed school of natural hair styling or registered apprenticeship program.
4. A natural hair stylist in New York State is expressly PROHIBITED from performing which of
the following services?
A) Shampooing the hair
B) Trimming split ends that are incidental to styling
New York Natural Hair Styling Advanced
License – Practice Exam Questions with
Verified Answers & Detailed Rationales
LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
New York Natural Hair Styling Advanced License – Practice Exam
Exam Overview
Feature Details
New York State Department of State (NYS DOS), Division of
Governing Body
Licensing Services
Legal Authority NYS General Business Law (GBL) Article 27; 19 NYCRR Part 162
Education Hours 300 hours of approved study
Minimum Age 17 years old
Exam Format Written (multiple-choice) + Practical
Written Exam
2.5 hours
Duration
Practical Exam
Approximately 2.5 hours
Duration
Passing Score 70% or higher
License Renewal Every 4 years
Core Domains Tested:
1. Licensing Laws & Regulations – NYS General Business Law, scope of practice, license
requirements
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2. Infection Control & Safety – Sanitation, disinfection, bloodborne pathogens, salon
safety
3. Anatomy & Physiology – Hair structure, growth cycle, scalp disorders, skin anatomy
4. Hair & Scalp Analysis – Hair types, texture analysis, scalp conditions, consultation
5. Shampooing, Conditioning & Treatments – Product selection, scalp treatments,
moisture balance
6. Natural Hair Styling Techniques – Braiding, locking, twisting, weaving, extending
7. Chemistry as Applied to Natural Hair – Product chemistry, pH balance, ingredient
functions
8. Salon Business & Professional Practices – Client consultation, ethics, recordkeeping,
workplace safety
SECTION 1: NYS LICENSING LAWS AND REGULATIONS (Questions 1-45)
1. What is the primary purpose of the New York State Natural Hair Styling license?
A) To allow the use of chemical relaxers and permanent waves
B) To regulate the practice of natural hair services without the use of reactive chemicals
C) To permit the cutting and trimming of hair with shears
D) To authorize the application of hair dyes and tints
Correct Answer: B
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Rationale: The NYS Natural Hair Styling license covers services such as braiding, locking,
twisting, and weaving. It does NOT permit the application of dyes, reactive chemicals, or other
preparations that alter the color or structure of the hair.
2. According to New York State regulations, what is the minimum age requirement to apply
for a Natural Hair Styling license?
A) 16 years old
B) 17 years old
C) 18 years old
D) 21 years old
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: According to NYS licensing requirements, applicants must be at least 17 years old to
apply for a Natural Hair Styling license.
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3. How many hours of approved study are required to qualify for the Natural Hair Styling
license in New York State?
A) 150 hours
B) 200 hours
C) 300 hours
D) 500 hours
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: NYS requires applicants to complete a minimum of 300 hours of approved study in a
licensed school of natural hair styling or registered apprenticeship program.
4. A natural hair stylist in New York State is expressly PROHIBITED from performing which of
the following services?
A) Shampooing the hair
B) Trimming split ends that are incidental to styling
