← California Cosmetology State Laws

Free California Cosmetology State Laws Practice Test (2026)

110 questions · 120 min · 70% to pass

110 Questions · 120 Minutes · 70% to Pass

Question 1 of 5

Sample Questions

Question 1

How often must a California cosmetology license be renewed?

Answer: Every two years. Licensees must renew biennially before their expiration date.

Question 2

How many total hours of cosmetology training are required to be eligible for a California cosmetology license?

Answer: 1,600 hours of cosmetology training at a Board-approved school.

Question 3

What California agency is responsible for regulating cosmetology licenses and enforcing cosmetology laws?

Answer: The California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology (BBC), which operates under the Department of Consumer Affairs.

Question 4

What happens to a California cosmetology license if it is not renewed and lapses for more than three years?

Answer: A license expired for more than three years is cancelled, and the individual must reapply and meet current requirements to obtain a new license.

Question 5

What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a cosmetology license in California?

Answer: An applicant must be at least 17 years old to apply for a California cosmetology license.