Practical Exam


A hands-on test assessing skills in hair cutting, styling, nail services, or skincare; must pass to obtain a cosmetology license.

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TDLR Hours Requirement

The total number of instructional or CE hours TDLR mandates for obtaining or renewing a license, ...

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Cosmetology School

A state-approved institution teaching cosmetology fundamentals; graduates must pass TDLR exams be...

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Cosmetology Exam

The official TDLR assessment, usually consisting of a written and practical portion, required for...

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Written Exam

A multiple-choice test evaluating knowledge of TDLR laws, sanitation, and cosmetology theory; par...

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Student Permit

A temporary authorization from TDLR for a cosmetology student to train under supervision in a lic...

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Chemical Services

Treatments involving chemical processes, such as coloring, perming, or relaxing hair; TDLR requir...

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Haircutting Techniques

The foundational methods (e.g., blunt, layered, texturized) taught in cosmetology; advanced CE co...

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Threading

A hair-removal technique using cotton thread to pull unwanted hairs; though minimally invasive, T...

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Cosmetology School Hours

The number of instructional hours mandated by TDLR (e.g., 1000 hours for cosmetology operator); c...

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Oral Exam Accommodation

Special arrangement for license candidates who need an oral (rather than written) exam format, gr...

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Translation Services

TDLR-approved translators/interpreters assisting non-English speakers during exams or CE courses,...

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Chemical Relaxer

A product used to permanently straighten curly or textured hair by breaking protein bonds; TDLR r...

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Braiding Techniques

Methods (cornrows, twists, weaves) taught in certain TDLR CE modules or braiding endorsements; fo...

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