NORTH DAKOTA STATE COSMETOLOGY LAW EXAM
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300 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1. Q: What state agency regulates cosmetology in North Dakota? A: The
North Dakota State Board of Cosmetology is the regulatory authority for
cosmetology in the state.
2. Q: What is the primary purpose of the North Dakota State Board of
Cosmetology? A: To protect the public health, safety, and welfare
through the regulation of cosmetology practices.
3. Q: How many members serve on the North Dakota State Board of
Cosmetology? A: Five members serve on the board.
4. Q: What are the qualifications for board members in North Dakota?
A: Three must be licensed cosmetologists with at least three years of
experience, and two must be consumer members.
5. Q: How long is the term for a Board member? A: Board members
serve three-year terms.
6. Q: What authority does the Board have regarding inspections? A:
The Board has the authority to inspect any salon or school at any time
during business hours.
7. Q: What chapter of the North Dakota Century Code contains the
cosmetology laws? A: Chapter 43-11 of the North Dakota Century Code.
8. Q: What are the administrative rules governing cosmetology in
North Dakota commonly called? A: North Dakota Administrative Code
(NDAC) Title 32.
9. Q: How often does the North Dakota State Board of Cosmetology
meet? A: The Board typically meets quarterly or as needed.
, 10. Q: Who appoints members to the State Board of Cosmetology? A:
The Governor of North Dakota.
Licensing Requirements
11. Q: What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a cosmetology
license in North Dakota? A: 16 years of age.
12. Q: What is the minimum education requirement to enter a
cosmetology program in North Dakota? A: High school diploma or
equivalent (GED).
13. Q: How many hours of training are required for a cosmetology
license in North Dakota? A: 1,800 hours.
14. Q: How many hours of training are required for an esthetician
license? A: 600 hours.
15. Q: How many hours of training are required for a manicurist
license? A: 350 hours.
16. Q: How many hours of training are required for an instructor
license? A: 960 hours.
17. Q: What is the passing score for the practical examination? A: 75%.
18. Q: What is the passing score for the written examination? A: 75%.
19. Q: How long is a cosmetology license valid before renewal? A: One
year.
20. Q: When do cosmetology licenses expire in North Dakota? A: On
December 31st of each year.
21. Q: Can a student work in a salon while attending school? A: No,
students cannot work in salons while enrolled in school.
22. Q: What is the required student-to-instructor ratio in cosmetology
schools? A: 25 students to 1 instructor.
23. Q: How many attempts are allowed for the licensing examinations?
A: Three attempts within one year.
24. Q: What happens if a candidate fails the examination three times? A:
Additional training is required before retaking the exam.
25. Q: Is continuing education required for license renewal in North
Dakota? A: Yes, 8 hours annually.
, 26. Q: What types of licenses does the Board issue? A: Cosmetologist,
Manicurist, Esthetician, Instructor, Salon, and School licenses.
27. Q: Can a license be obtained through reciprocity from another state?
A: Yes, if the other state has similar requirements.
28. Q: What is the fee for a cosmetology license by examination? A: $15.
29. Q: What is the fee for a cosmetology license by reciprocity? A: $25.
30. Q: What is the penalty for practicing without a license? A: A
misdemeanor, punishable by fine and/or imprisonment.
Salon Requirements
31. Q: What is the minimum square footage required for a salon in
North Dakota? A: 150 square feet for the first licensee plus 50 square
feet for each additional licensee.
32. Q: What are the restroom requirements for a salon? A: A salon must
have at least one restroom that is accessible to clients.
33. Q: What are the hot and cold running water requirements for a
salon? A: Hot and cold running water must be available in the service
area.
34. Q: Is a separate entrance required for a home salon? A: Yes, a
separate entrance is required.
35. Q: What are the requirements for ventilation in a salon? A: Adequate
ventilation to prevent fumes, odors, and dust.
36. Q: What are the lighting requirements for a salon? A: Adequate
lighting of at least 50 foot-candles at the level where the service is being
performed.
37. Q: Can a salon be located in a residence? A: Yes, if it meets all salon
requirements.
38. Q: What is required for a salon license application? A: Application
form, fee, floor plan, and manager information.
39. Q: Is a salon license transferable? A: No, salon licenses are not
transferable.
40. Q: What happens if a salon relocates? A: A new salon license
application must be submitted.
PRACTICE QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS TO
HELP YOU STUDY EFFECTIVELY AND PASS WITH
CONFIDENCE (LATEST 2025/2026)
300 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1. Q: What state agency regulates cosmetology in North Dakota? A: The
North Dakota State Board of Cosmetology is the regulatory authority for
cosmetology in the state.
2. Q: What is the primary purpose of the North Dakota State Board of
Cosmetology? A: To protect the public health, safety, and welfare
through the regulation of cosmetology practices.
3. Q: How many members serve on the North Dakota State Board of
Cosmetology? A: Five members serve on the board.
4. Q: What are the qualifications for board members in North Dakota?
A: Three must be licensed cosmetologists with at least three years of
experience, and two must be consumer members.
5. Q: How long is the term for a Board member? A: Board members
serve three-year terms.
6. Q: What authority does the Board have regarding inspections? A:
The Board has the authority to inspect any salon or school at any time
during business hours.
7. Q: What chapter of the North Dakota Century Code contains the
cosmetology laws? A: Chapter 43-11 of the North Dakota Century Code.
8. Q: What are the administrative rules governing cosmetology in
North Dakota commonly called? A: North Dakota Administrative Code
(NDAC) Title 32.
9. Q: How often does the North Dakota State Board of Cosmetology
meet? A: The Board typically meets quarterly or as needed.
, 10. Q: Who appoints members to the State Board of Cosmetology? A:
The Governor of North Dakota.
Licensing Requirements
11. Q: What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a cosmetology
license in North Dakota? A: 16 years of age.
12. Q: What is the minimum education requirement to enter a
cosmetology program in North Dakota? A: High school diploma or
equivalent (GED).
13. Q: How many hours of training are required for a cosmetology
license in North Dakota? A: 1,800 hours.
14. Q: How many hours of training are required for an esthetician
license? A: 600 hours.
15. Q: How many hours of training are required for a manicurist
license? A: 350 hours.
16. Q: How many hours of training are required for an instructor
license? A: 960 hours.
17. Q: What is the passing score for the practical examination? A: 75%.
18. Q: What is the passing score for the written examination? A: 75%.
19. Q: How long is a cosmetology license valid before renewal? A: One
year.
20. Q: When do cosmetology licenses expire in North Dakota? A: On
December 31st of each year.
21. Q: Can a student work in a salon while attending school? A: No,
students cannot work in salons while enrolled in school.
22. Q: What is the required student-to-instructor ratio in cosmetology
schools? A: 25 students to 1 instructor.
23. Q: How many attempts are allowed for the licensing examinations?
A: Three attempts within one year.
24. Q: What happens if a candidate fails the examination three times? A:
Additional training is required before retaking the exam.
25. Q: Is continuing education required for license renewal in North
Dakota? A: Yes, 8 hours annually.
, 26. Q: What types of licenses does the Board issue? A: Cosmetologist,
Manicurist, Esthetician, Instructor, Salon, and School licenses.
27. Q: Can a license be obtained through reciprocity from another state?
A: Yes, if the other state has similar requirements.
28. Q: What is the fee for a cosmetology license by examination? A: $15.
29. Q: What is the fee for a cosmetology license by reciprocity? A: $25.
30. Q: What is the penalty for practicing without a license? A: A
misdemeanor, punishable by fine and/or imprisonment.
Salon Requirements
31. Q: What is the minimum square footage required for a salon in
North Dakota? A: 150 square feet for the first licensee plus 50 square
feet for each additional licensee.
32. Q: What are the restroom requirements for a salon? A: A salon must
have at least one restroom that is accessible to clients.
33. Q: What are the hot and cold running water requirements for a
salon? A: Hot and cold running water must be available in the service
area.
34. Q: Is a separate entrance required for a home salon? A: Yes, a
separate entrance is required.
35. Q: What are the requirements for ventilation in a salon? A: Adequate
ventilation to prevent fumes, odors, and dust.
36. Q: What are the lighting requirements for a salon? A: Adequate
lighting of at least 50 foot-candles at the level where the service is being
performed.
37. Q: Can a salon be located in a residence? A: Yes, if it meets all salon
requirements.
38. Q: What is required for a salon license application? A: Application
form, fee, floor plan, and manager information.
39. Q: Is a salon license transferable? A: No, salon licenses are not
transferable.
40. Q: What happens if a salon relocates? A: A new salon license
application must be submitted.
