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Due to road construction, Barstow Rd will have land closures off and on starting June 14, 2023 - September 8, 2023. Please allow yourself extra time to reach the Fresno test center.
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Important: Effective 7/1/2022, the Barber, Cosmetologist, Electrology, Esthetician and Manicurist Written examinations have been updated. See Candidate Information Bulletin above.
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Exam:
CA Cosmetologist Examination
Sponsor:
CA BOARD OF BARBERING AND COSMETOLOGY
This program requires pre-approval before you can sit for the exam. Please follow the instructions listed in your Candidate Information Bulletin or application materials.
 
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Portion
National Cosmetologist Theory Examination (120 minutes)
Other Information
You can take this test on Computer.
Kindly note that this is not an open book test.
Reschedule 2 days in advance before 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time.
Cancel 2 days in advance before 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time.
Schedule 1 day in advance before 4:00 PM Pacific Standard Time.
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