Complete Virginia PMU DPOR Exam
Prep: Practice Questions with Detailed
Rationales & Regulatory References
SECTION 1: VIRGINIA REGULATIONS & DPOR REQUIREMENTS
(Questions 1–25)
1. Which agency regulates permanent makeup and tattooing
in Virginia?
A. Virginia Department of Health (VDH)
B. Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
(DPOR)
C. Virginia Board of Medicine
D. Federal Drug Administration (FDA)
Correct Answer: B — DPOR
Rationale: DPOR, specifically the Board for Barbers and
Cosmetology, regulates tattooing, permanent makeup, and body
piercing in Virginia under Chapter 7 of Title 54.1 of the Code of
Virginia and 18 VAC 41. VDH handles food and health facility
regulation, not PMU licensing. The FDA regulates pigments at the
federal level but not practitioner licensing.
,2. What is the minimum age to receive a permanent makeup
procedure in Virginia without parental consent?
A. 16
B. 18
C. 21
D. No minimum age
Correct Answer: B — 18
Rationale: Virginia law (18 VAC 41-70-10) prohibits performing
tattooing or permanent makeup on anyone under 18 years of age,
regardless of parental consent. There are no exceptions for
parental consent for minors.
3. A Virginia PMU license must be renewed every:
A. 1 year
B. 2 years
C. 3 years
D. 5 years
Correct Answer: B — 2 years
Rationale: Virginia tattooer and permanent cosmetic licenses
must be renewed every 2 years. Continuing education may be
required as part of the renewal process per DPOR regulations.
,4. Which of the following is required to obtain a Virginia PMU
license?
A. Completion of a DPOR-approved training program and
passing the examination
B. Only a high school diploma
C. A medical degree
D. An esthetics license only
Correct Answer: A — Completion of a DPOR-approved
training program and passing the examination
Rationale: Applicants must complete a DPOR-approved training
program covering bloodborne pathogens, infection control,
technique, and Virginia regulations, and pass the required
examination. An esthetics license alone does not authorize
permanent makeup.
5. The Virginia PMU establishment license must be:
A. Displayed in a conspicuous place visible to the public
B. Kept in a file drawer
C. Not required
D. Displayed only when requested
Correct Answer: A — Displayed in a conspicuous place visible
to the public
, Rationale: Establishment licenses must be prominently displayed
so clients can verify that the facility is properly licensed. The
individual practitioner license must also be displayed.
6. According to Virginia regulations, how long must client
records be retained?
A. 1 year
B. 2 years
C. 3 years
D. 5 years
Correct Answer: C — 3 years
Rationale: Virginia regulations require that client records,
including consent forms and procedure documentation, be
retained for a minimum of three years from the date of service.
7. A person who does not pass reexamination within one year
of the initial examination date shall be required to:
A. Pay a late fee only
B. Submit a new application and examination fee
C. Complete additional training hours
D. Retake only the practical portion
Prep: Practice Questions with Detailed
Rationales & Regulatory References
SECTION 1: VIRGINIA REGULATIONS & DPOR REQUIREMENTS
(Questions 1–25)
1. Which agency regulates permanent makeup and tattooing
in Virginia?
A. Virginia Department of Health (VDH)
B. Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
(DPOR)
C. Virginia Board of Medicine
D. Federal Drug Administration (FDA)
Correct Answer: B — DPOR
Rationale: DPOR, specifically the Board for Barbers and
Cosmetology, regulates tattooing, permanent makeup, and body
piercing in Virginia under Chapter 7 of Title 54.1 of the Code of
Virginia and 18 VAC 41. VDH handles food and health facility
regulation, not PMU licensing. The FDA regulates pigments at the
federal level but not practitioner licensing.
,2. What is the minimum age to receive a permanent makeup
procedure in Virginia without parental consent?
A. 16
B. 18
C. 21
D. No minimum age
Correct Answer: B — 18
Rationale: Virginia law (18 VAC 41-70-10) prohibits performing
tattooing or permanent makeup on anyone under 18 years of age,
regardless of parental consent. There are no exceptions for
parental consent for minors.
3. A Virginia PMU license must be renewed every:
A. 1 year
B. 2 years
C. 3 years
D. 5 years
Correct Answer: B — 2 years
Rationale: Virginia tattooer and permanent cosmetic licenses
must be renewed every 2 years. Continuing education may be
required as part of the renewal process per DPOR regulations.
,4. Which of the following is required to obtain a Virginia PMU
license?
A. Completion of a DPOR-approved training program and
passing the examination
B. Only a high school diploma
C. A medical degree
D. An esthetics license only
Correct Answer: A — Completion of a DPOR-approved
training program and passing the examination
Rationale: Applicants must complete a DPOR-approved training
program covering bloodborne pathogens, infection control,
technique, and Virginia regulations, and pass the required
examination. An esthetics license alone does not authorize
permanent makeup.
5. The Virginia PMU establishment license must be:
A. Displayed in a conspicuous place visible to the public
B. Kept in a file drawer
C. Not required
D. Displayed only when requested
Correct Answer: A — Displayed in a conspicuous place visible
to the public
, Rationale: Establishment licenses must be prominently displayed
so clients can verify that the facility is properly licensed. The
individual practitioner license must also be displayed.
6. According to Virginia regulations, how long must client
records be retained?
A. 1 year
B. 2 years
C. 3 years
D. 5 years
Correct Answer: C — 3 years
Rationale: Virginia regulations require that client records,
including consent forms and procedure documentation, be
retained for a minimum of three years from the date of service.
7. A person who does not pass reexamination within one year
of the initial examination date shall be required to:
A. Pay a late fee only
B. Submit a new application and examination fee
C. Complete additional training hours
D. Retake only the practical portion
