Board of Barbers and Hairdressers Computerized Written Examinations Click here for Computerized Examination Information. Examination Information Effective January 1, 2026 updated Esthetics and Nail Technology theory written exams will be administered. Please review the updated Prov Candidate Information Bulletin and review information provided on the NIC and Prov websites. https://nictesting.org https://provexam.com Examination Information: Effective December 7, 2020 the Practical Examination component for licensure was removed and replaced with a Proficiency Examination. Proficiency examinations must be administered by the school or Instructor (apprenticeship) at the conclusion of training in accordance with 12 AAC 09.050. Proof of passing a proficiency examination must be documented on Completion of Training forms. Students/apprentices who completed training prior to December 2020 still must provide proof of passing a Proficiency Examination by requesting their school/Instructor complete and submit an updated Completion of Training form. Passing a written examination is still required to complete the licensure process. Candidate Bulletin/Exam Information Prov Candidate Information Bulletin - Revised 11/24/2025 Additional Information for Remote Testing (Examroom) - Revised 11/24/2025 Request for Exam Accommodation - Prov ADA Compliance Packet (Located at bottom of Prov website) National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC) Tattoo & Permanent Cosmetic Coloring Examination Packet