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Designed for a 95% pass rate when candidates complete the full prep with 20+ hours of practice.*

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DOMAIN: INFECTION CONTROL● LIVE
DOMAIN · INFECTION CONTROL
Which of the following is the correct order for sanitizing non-porous implements between clients?
A
Rinse, disinfect 10 min, dry, store
B
Clean with soap + water, rinse, disinfect per label, dry, store
C
Disinfect immediately, rinse, store damp
D
UV sanitize 60 seconds, store in drawer
RATIONALE
Per NIC CIB: implements must first be cleaned of visible debris with soap and water before disinfection. EPA-registered disinfectant must be used for the full contact time listed on the label.
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Every feature is something a real NIC candidate asked for. Nothing is decoration.

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Progress tracking

Radar chart across every NIC domain. See where you weak-spot and where you're exam-ready.

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Stop mid-test. Come back days later. Pick up exactly where you left off — answers and timer intact.

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Every wrong answer comes with a real explanation — not just "the right one is B."

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NIC · NAIL TECHNOLOGY

NIC Nail Technology Prep

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$19 Flashcards · $39 Practice Tests · $49 Bundle
  • Audited question bank — every item reviewed against the NIC Esthetics CIB
  • Domain-stacked flashcards — drill the areas you're weakest in
  • Timed mock exam (90 min) at NIC's actual pace
  • All NIC Esthetics domains, weighted to CIB proportions
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NIC · ESTHETICS

NIC Esthetics Prep

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$19 Flashcards · $39 Practice Tests · $49 Bundle
  • Audited question bank — every item reviewed against the NIC Nail Technology CIB
  • Domain-stacked flashcards — drill the areas you're weakest in
  • Timed mock exam (90 min) at NIC's actual pace
  • All NIC Esthetics domains, weighted to CIB proportions
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NIC · BARBER STYLING

NIC Barber Styling Prep

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$19 Flashcards · $39 Practice Tests · $49 Bundle
  • Audited question bank — every item reviewed against the NIC Barber Styling CIB
  • Domain-stacked flashcards — drill the areas you're weakest in
  • Timed mock exam (90 min) at NIC's actual pace
  • All NIC Barber Styling domains, weighted to CIB proportions
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NIC · HAIR DESIGN

NIC Hair Design Prep

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  • Audited question bank — every item reviewed against the NIC Hair Design CIB
  • Domain-stacked flashcards — drill the areas you're weakest in
  • Timed mock exam (90 min) at NIC's actual pace
  • All NIC Hair Design domains, weighted to CIB proportions
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NIC · ELECTROLOGY

NIC Electrology Prep

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$19 Flashcards · $39 Practice Tests · $49 Bundle
  • Audited question bank — every item reviewed against the NIC Electrology CIB
  • Domain-stacked flashcards — drill the areas you're weakest in
  • Timed mock exam (90 min) at NIC's actual pace
  • All NIC Electrology domains, weighted to CIB proportions
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NIC · PERMANENT COSMETICS

NIC Permanent Cosmetics Prep

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$19 Flashcards · $39 Practice Tests · $49 Bundle
  • Audited question bank — every item reviewed against the NIC Permanent Cosmetics CIB
  • Domain-stacked flashcards — drill the areas you're weakest in
  • Timed mock exam (90 min) at NIC's actual pace
  • All NIC Permanent Cosmetics domains, weighted to CIB proportions
  • Full rationales on every question — including why the wrong answers are wrong
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NIC · TATTOOING

NIC Tattooing Prep

Practice tests and flashcards for the NIC Tattooing Theory Examination. 2 domains (Scientific Concepts · Tattooing Procedures and Services), 110 questions, 90 minutes, CIB-weighted.

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NIC · BODY PIERCING

NIC Body Piercing Prep

Practice tests and flashcards for the NIC Body Piercing Theory Examination. 2 domains (Scientific Concepts · Body Piercing Procedures and Services), 110 questions, 90 minutes, CIB-weighted.

We launch each modality only when the question bank meets our audit standard.

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NIC · ADVANCED PRACTICE ESTHETICS

NIC Advanced Esthetics Prep

Practice tests and flashcards for the NIC Advanced Practice Esthetics Theory Examination. Extended scope beyond basic esthetics — chemical peels, microdermabrasion, advanced skin analysis, and lymphatic drainage.

We launch each modality only when the question bank meets our audit standard.

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costing you points.

Every question updates your domain-level profile. Study sessions auto-target your weakest areas — you don't have to decide what to work on next.

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Cosmetology · Domain mastery

Updated 3 min ago
95%
Sanitation
92%
Infection Control
88%
Nail Services
81%
Business
78%
Hair Services
72%
Skin Care
65%
Chemistry
58%
Anatomy
Strong · 85+ Mid · 70–84 Weak · < 70
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Work through questions by domain with instant rationales. The system surfaces your weak spots as you go.

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Check your skill profile. Find the 2–3 domains that are actually costing you points, not the ones you think.

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Run the 90-minute timed mock. Repeat until your simulated score sits 10+ points above the real pass line.

Why our prep works

Built so candidates who finish the full prep walk in scoring above the pass line on their final mock — before they ever sit the real exam.

Calibration, not luck. Every practice test mirrors NIC domain weightings, every wrong answer comes with a rationale, and the timed mock runs on the same 90-minute clock you'll face at the testing center.

Written from CIB

Every question is sourced from the official NIC Candidate Information Bulletin.

Domain weighting

Practice exam proportions mirror the real test, domain by domain.

Designed for 95%

The pass rate this prep system is built to support — when candidates complete it with 20+ hours of practice.*

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FAQ

Common questions.

Why 1,100 questions instead of 2,000+?

Because every NIC licensing exam has an exact number of questions — and there are only so many ways to legitimately test that material. Past a certain point, competitors are padding counts with repeats or off-exam trivia. We'd rather give you what you actually need.

How are the 10 tests structured?

Each test covers all domains at NIC-specified weightings. Tests 1–3 build foundation with recall-level questions. Tests 4–7 introduce application and scenario questions. Tests 8–10 mirror the real NIC exam — professional judgment and edge cases.

What if I have to stop mid-test?

Your progress is saved automatically. Every answer and every 30 seconds via the timer. When you return, you'll see a prompt to resume where you left off or start fresh. Saved per device for up to 7 days.

Do you have a mobile app?

No download needed — NICPrep works fully in any mobile browser. On iOS, tap share and "Add to Home Screen" to install with its own icon. On Android, tap the menu and "Add to Home Screen." Opens full screen with no browser chrome.

Can I study offline?

Yes. Once you've visited your exam pages while online, NICPrep caches everything locally — questions, flashcards, study mode, timed exam mode, and progress saving all work with no connection.

How many devices can I use?

Up to 2 devices using the same email address. Just enter your checkout email on the My Access page on each device — no account or password needed.

Does my access expire?

No. Pay once and the prep is yours permanently — no countdown, no renewal fees. Study at your own pace and return whenever you need to, including the night before your exam.

What is your money-back guarantee?

We offer two layers of protection. Within 14 days of purchase, you can request a full refund for any reason — no time logged required, no questions asked. Through day 60, our pass guarantee kicks in: if you've practiced at least 20 hours on the platform and didn't pass your NIC exam, email us and we'll refund you in full. The prep is designed to support a 95% pass rate when candidates complete it fully* — the guarantee covers the rest.

How are the questions built?

Every question is built directly from the official NIC Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB) for that modality, cross-referenced against the NIC's official reference textbooks — the same materials NIC uses to write the actual exam.

Will this work for my state?

Our practice banks are built around the NIC National Theory Examination, used by the majority of U.S. states. A small number of states use their own state-specific exam — confirm with your state board or program coordinator before purchasing.

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