Nail Technician (Manicurist) in Arizona

Arizona licenses nail technicians through the Arizona Barbering and Cosmetology Board. Unlike most states it does not use PSI — the exam program is run by Professional Credential Services (PCS), scheduled and delivered through IQT, using National-Interstate Council (NIC) content. There are two required exams: a Theory (written) exam of 110 items (100 scored) in 90 minutes, and a written practical exam; you need a score of 75 to pass. You must complete 600 hours of nail-technician training. Arizona's official candidate handbook makes no mention of any exam language other than English, so we do not claim a Spanish exam — our multilingual practice questions are a study aid. You can reschedule online after receiving your official score notice.

Testing agency

Professional Credential Services (PCS) via IQT; NIC content

Written-test languages

English

To pass

Theory: 110 items (100 scored), 90 min; score of 75 to pass (theory + written practical)

Fee

PCS exam: theory+practical $177 / theory-only $100; state license fee separate

Retake policy

Reschedule online after you receive your official score notice (no attempt cap stated)

Training hours

600 hours (nail technician)

Exam structure

Theory (written) exam + written practical exam

State rules and fees change often. This table shows only facts confirmed from an official board or vendor source on the date noted; anything unconfirmed is marked “to confirm.” Always verify current requirements with your state board or its testing vendor before you register. Our practice questions are a study aid and never imply your state offers the exam in a language it does not.