Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology Theory
EXAM 2026-2027 LATEST UPDATED VERSION
190 QUESTIONS AN
Section 1: Mississippi Laws, Rules & Regulations (Questions 1–15)
1. What is the minimum number of training hours required to obtain a
cosmetology license in Mississippi?
• A. 1,000 hours
• B. 1,200 hours
• C. 1,500 hours
• D. 1,800 hours
Rationale: Mississippi requires a minimum of 1,500 hours of cosmetology
training at a licensed school to qualify for the state cosmetology licensing
examination.
2. What is the minimum age requirement to apply for a cosmetology license in
Mississippi?
• A. 16 years old
• B. 17 years old
• C. 18 years old
• D. No minimum age
Rationale: Mississippi requires applicants to be at least 17 years of age to
apply for a cosmetology license.
,3. Which regulatory body oversees cosmetology licensing in Mississippi?
• A. Mississippi Department of Health
• B. Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology
• C. Mississippi Division of Professional Licensing
• D. Mississippi Bureau of Beauty Standards
Rationale: The Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology is responsible for
licensing cosmetologists, regulating schools, conducting inspections, and enforcing
cosmetology laws.
4. What examinations must a cosmetology applicant pass in Mississippi?
• A. Written examination only
• B. Practical examination only
• C. Both written and practical examinations
• D. Online assessment only
Rationale: Mississippi requires cosmetology applicants to pass both a written
(theory) examination and a practical (skills) examination.
5. What educational prerequisite must a cosmetology applicant meet in
Mississippi?
• A. College degree
• B. High school diploma or GED
• C. 10th grade education
• D. No educational prerequisite
, Rationale: Mississippi requires cosmetology license applicants to have a high
school diploma or GED.
6. What is the penalty for practicing cosmetology without a valid license in
Mississippi?
• A. Verbal warning only
• B. A misdemeanor with fines
• C. A felony charge
• D. No penalty exists
Rationale: Practicing cosmetology without a valid license is a misdemeanor
offense that can result in fines and other legal consequences.
7. What must a cosmetologist licensed in another state do to practice in
Mississippi?
• A. Retake the full exam
• B. Apply for reciprocity or endorsement if requirements meet Mississippi
standards
• C. Complete 500 additional hours
• D. Wait one year
Rationale: Mississippi allows out-of-state cosmetologists to apply for licensure
by reciprocity or endorsement if their training meets or exceeds Mississippi
requirements.
8. What must be prominently displayed in a Mississippi cosmetology salon?
• A. The owner's photo
, • B. The salon license and all individual operator licenses
• C. The salon lease
• D. Insurance certificates
Rationale: Mississippi requires the salon license and all individual operator
licenses to be prominently displayed where visible to clients and inspectors.
9. How often must a licensed cosmetologist in Mississippi complete continuing
education?
• A. Every year
• B. Every three years
• C. Every two years
• D. Only at initial licensure
Rationale: Mississippi requires cosmetologists to complete continuing
education biennially to ensure ongoing competency and familiarity with current
safety standards.
10. What is required for all cosmetology establishments in Mississippi?
• A. At least two fire extinguishers per salon
• B. A clean and sanitary work environment following state rules
• C. Serving beverages to clients
• D. Offering free parking
Rationale: A clean and sanitary work environment following state rules is
mandatory for all cosmetology establishments.
EXAM 2026-2027 LATEST UPDATED VERSION
190 QUESTIONS AN
Section 1: Mississippi Laws, Rules & Regulations (Questions 1–15)
1. What is the minimum number of training hours required to obtain a
cosmetology license in Mississippi?
• A. 1,000 hours
• B. 1,200 hours
• C. 1,500 hours
• D. 1,800 hours
Rationale: Mississippi requires a minimum of 1,500 hours of cosmetology
training at a licensed school to qualify for the state cosmetology licensing
examination.
2. What is the minimum age requirement to apply for a cosmetology license in
Mississippi?
• A. 16 years old
• B. 17 years old
• C. 18 years old
• D. No minimum age
Rationale: Mississippi requires applicants to be at least 17 years of age to
apply for a cosmetology license.
,3. Which regulatory body oversees cosmetology licensing in Mississippi?
• A. Mississippi Department of Health
• B. Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology
• C. Mississippi Division of Professional Licensing
• D. Mississippi Bureau of Beauty Standards
Rationale: The Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology is responsible for
licensing cosmetologists, regulating schools, conducting inspections, and enforcing
cosmetology laws.
4. What examinations must a cosmetology applicant pass in Mississippi?
• A. Written examination only
• B. Practical examination only
• C. Both written and practical examinations
• D. Online assessment only
Rationale: Mississippi requires cosmetology applicants to pass both a written
(theory) examination and a practical (skills) examination.
5. What educational prerequisite must a cosmetology applicant meet in
Mississippi?
• A. College degree
• B. High school diploma or GED
• C. 10th grade education
• D. No educational prerequisite
, Rationale: Mississippi requires cosmetology license applicants to have a high
school diploma or GED.
6. What is the penalty for practicing cosmetology without a valid license in
Mississippi?
• A. Verbal warning only
• B. A misdemeanor with fines
• C. A felony charge
• D. No penalty exists
Rationale: Practicing cosmetology without a valid license is a misdemeanor
offense that can result in fines and other legal consequences.
7. What must a cosmetologist licensed in another state do to practice in
Mississippi?
• A. Retake the full exam
• B. Apply for reciprocity or endorsement if requirements meet Mississippi
standards
• C. Complete 500 additional hours
• D. Wait one year
Rationale: Mississippi allows out-of-state cosmetologists to apply for licensure
by reciprocity or endorsement if their training meets or exceeds Mississippi
requirements.
8. What must be prominently displayed in a Mississippi cosmetology salon?
• A. The owner's photo
, • B. The salon license and all individual operator licenses
• C. The salon lease
• D. Insurance certificates
Rationale: Mississippi requires the salon license and all individual operator
licenses to be prominently displayed where visible to clients and inspectors.
9. How often must a licensed cosmetologist in Mississippi complete continuing
education?
• A. Every year
• B. Every three years
• C. Every two years
• D. Only at initial licensure
Rationale: Mississippi requires cosmetologists to complete continuing
education biennially to ensure ongoing competency and familiarity with current
safety standards.
10. What is required for all cosmetology establishments in Mississippi?
• A. At least two fire extinguishers per salon
• B. A clean and sanitary work environment following state rules
• C. Serving beverages to clients
• D. Offering free parking
Rationale: A clean and sanitary work environment following state rules is
mandatory for all cosmetology establishments.
