Practice the exact content Prov/NIC puts on your Washington cosmetology exam. Mapped to the official topic breakdown below — no guessing, no generic Milady-style filler.
Direct from the Washington State Department of Licensing and the Prov/NIC candidate bulletin.
Your SGS dashboard tracks your score in each of these categories so you know exactly where to study.
The tools students use every night in the 30 days before their test.
Washington uses the Prov/NIC exam, which requires 75% or higher to pass. Practicing at least 10% above that on SGS mock exams is the sweet spot students who pass on the first try hit.
Washington requires 1600 training hours for cosmetology, along with completing the Prov/NIC exam (written + practical). Minimum age is 17.
Every SGS practice question is mapped to the same topic categories Prov/NIC uses: Scientific Concepts (Infection Control, Safety, Chemistry); Hair Care and Services (Cutting, Styling, Chemical); Skin Care; Nail Care and Services. Your progress dashboard shows which categories you're strong in and which need work before test day.
Yes. SGS works in any mobile browser — no app install required. Flashcards, practice tests, and The Final Look exam all work on iPhone, Android, and tablet. Save your seat in The Lounge to sync progress across devices.
A common pitfall I’ve seen Washington candidates stumble on is underestimating the depth of knowledge required for the Hair Care and Services section, particularly the chemical services. It's not enough to just know the steps for a perm or color; you need to understand the underlying chemistry, how different hair types react, and client consultation. Don't just practice the physical application; spend time reviewing the theoretical side of chemical services to avoid getting tripped up by questions that delve into the science behind the process.
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