Exam Information
Cosmetology, Aesthetician and Nail Technology
Nail Tech, Aesthetics and Cosmetology have computer-based exams for both their theory and practical. Hairstyling and instructors have a computer-based exam for their theory and a practical in-person.
Step | Description | Resource/Additional Information |
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Register online with Virtual Inc. (PCS) to take the examination.
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Virtual Inc. will notify you by email of the practical examination date and give the instructions on scheduling the written exam. The Arizona Barbering & Cosmetology Board does not notify candidates for any examination date. |
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After passing both exams, you can submit a License Application with the Arizona Barbering & Cosmetology Board. The Arizona Barbering & Cosmetology Board will receive your test results directly from PCS. |
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After License Submittal | It currently takes 14 business days for a personal license to be issued. |
Barber
Barber exams have computer-based exams for both their theory and practical. Barber instructors have a computer-based exam for their theory and a in-person practical exam.
Step | Description | Resource/Additional Information |
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1 |
Register online with Virtual Inc. (PCS) to take the examination.
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Virtual Inc. will notify you by email of the practical examination date and give the instructions on scheduling the written exam. The Arizona Barbering & Cosmetology Board does not notify candidates for any examination date. |
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After passing both exams, you can submit a License Application with the Arizona Barbering & Cosmetology Board. The Arizona Barbering & Cosmetology Board will receive your test results directly from PCS. |