NIC Cosmetology Pre-Certification Review Program Package
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NIC Cosmetology Pre-Certification Review Program Package
This pre-certification program allows the student to practice for both the written exam and the practicum (if required). First the student takes topical quizzes to determine areas of strength and weakness; and second, the student works through 5 practice exams to gain confidence in test-taking capabilities. Finally, the student watches video of testing elements to become familiar with the required testing elements. Not all states require the practicum, but the course provides an excellent learning tool and review.
Program Includes:
- NIC Cosmetology Pre-Certification Review: Area/Topical Quizzes (topical practice quizzes - can be repeated with different questions)
- NIC Cosmetology Pre-Certification Review: Final Exam (5 different practice final exams)
- NIC Cosmetology Pre-Certification Review: Practicum (video walks student through required testing element
NIC Cosmetology Pre-Certification Review: Area/Topical Quizzes
This course provides the student with practice questions for the NIC Cosmetology Pre-Certification written examination. These topical quizzes enable the student to find strengths and weaknesses and determine areas to study more closely.
Each section of the actual written exam is covered, so the student has the opportunity for extensive practice before taking the final exam series.
CONTENT OUTLINE
During this course, the student is tested on each of the required topical areas. Questions are pooled and randomized so each instance provides a different testing experience questions. Student may practice taking quizzes until they are confident they have mastered the content. The topics include:
SCIENTIFIC CONCEPTS (29%)
Infection Control
Microbiology
Methods of infection control
Federal regulations
Universal precautions
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Cells
Tissues
Body systems
Nutrition
Ergonomics
Basic Principles of Chemistry
Compounds, mixtures, solutions, suspensions, and emulsions
The pH scale
Product ingredients
Chemical reactions
Basic Principles of Electricity
Electric current
Electric measurements
Electricity in cosmetology
HAIR AND SERVICES CARE (51%)
Trichology
Properties and structure of hair and scalp
Hair analysis and hair quality
Hair growth
Hair loss (alopecia)
Disorders of the scalp
Principles of Hair Design
Elements of hair design
Principles of hair design
Facial shapes
Draping Procedures
Wet services
Dry services
Chemical services
Brushing, Shampooing, Conditioning, Hair, and Scalp Treatment Procedures
Brushing the hair
Shampooing
Conditioning
Hair and scalp treatments
Safety precautions
Haircutting Procedures
Basic principles of haircutting
Client consultation
Tools
Basic haircuts
Safety precautions
Hairstyling Procedures
Client consultation
Wet styling
Long hair styling
Thermal styling
Safety precautions
Braiding, Wigs, and Hair Enhancements/Additions
Client consultation
Braiding
Hair extensions/additions
Wigs
Hairpieces
Safety precautions
Chemical Texture Services
Client consultation
Permanent waving
Chemical hair relaxers
Soft curl permanent or curl reforming
Safety precautions
Hair Coloring Procedures
Color theory
Client consultation
Types of hair color
Color selection
Hair color applications
Hair lightening
Special effects hair coloring
Hair color problems and corrections
Safety precautions
SKIN CARE AND SERVICES (11%)
Skin Histology
Anatomy of skin
Disorders of the skin
Functions of the skin
Draping Procedures
Hair Removal Procedures
Client consultation
Temporary hair removal
Safety precautions
Infection control
Facial Procedures
Client consultation
Skin care tools and work area
Facial massage
Facial treatments
Safety precautions
Infection control
Facial Makeup Application
Client consultation
Cosmetics for facial makeup
Makeup color theory
Corrective theory
Safety precautions
Infection control
NAIL CARE AND SERVICES (9%)
Nail Structure and Growth
Nail growth
Nail disorders/diseases
Manicure and Pedicure Procedures
Client consultation
Nail care tools and work area
Types of hand and foot massage
Types of manicures
Types of pedicures
Safety precautions
Infection control
Advanced Nail Procedures
Pre-service and post-service
Artificial nail services
Safety precautions
Infection control
NIC Cosmetology Pre-Certification Review: Final Exams
This final examination provides the student with a walk-through for the NIC Cosmetology Pre-Certification Written Examination.
There are a total of five different practice finals; each provides a representative set of sample questions. The correct percentage of topics is taken into account in the contents of the exam.
CONTENT OUTLINE for Exam Questions
SCIENTIFIC CONCEPTS (29%)
HAIR CARE AND SERVICES (51%)
SKIN CARE AND SERVICES (11%)
NAIL CARE AND SERVICES (9%)
The final has 100 questions - with the percentage of questions coming from the different topical areas.
You have an hour to answer all of the questions - replicating the actual exam experience.
NIC Cosmetology Pre-Certification Review: Practicum
This course provides the student with a walk-through for the NIC Cosmetology Pre-Certification practical examination. Videos allow students to view correct procedures and techniques. Tips on what to watch out for, important testing aspects, and review bullets are included with each video. Approach your practical examination with confidence after completing this practice review.
The scope of the National Cosmetology Practical Examination includes six (6) core domain services. The core domain services are based on the national job analysis. The core domain services are as follows:
Core Domain Services
Set Up and Client Protection
Thermal Curling
Haircutting
Chemical Waving
Hair Lightening and Hair Coloring
Chemical Relaxing
Every State Regulatory Entity has different testing needs and may elect one or more of the following services. Please contact your State Regulatory Entity to obtain a list of services that constitute the practical examination administered in your state. The optional services are as follows and are denoted with an *:
Optional Services
- Blow Dry Styling
- Shaping and Pin Curl Placement
- Roller Placement
- Facial
- Manicure
- Sculptured Nail
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