Nail tech practice testPass your nail tech state board.
Infection control, nail disorders and product safety as five-minute lessons, with practice for the written exam.
The lesson plan
32 lessons in 8 chapters · about 5 minutes each
- 15%
1The nail, up close5
Scientific Concepts - Anatomy and Physiology
- Nail anatomy: matrix to free edge
- Skin structure and function
- Bones and muscles: hands, feet
- Nail disorders you can service
- Diseases that stop a service
- 15%
2Infection control first5
Scientific Concepts - Infection Control and Safety Practices
- Clean, disinfect, sterilize
- Single-use or multi-use?
- Blood exposure: the steps
- Safety Data Sheets and ventilation
- Spotting an allergic reaction
- 10%
3Chemistry of nail products3
Scientific Concepts - Chemistry of Nail Products
- Monomers, polymers and curing
- Physical and chemical changes
- Ingredients that can harm clients
- 5%
4Before the service2
Nail Technology Procedures - Pre-service process
- Consultation and client records
- Set up and sanitize your station
- 13%
5Tools of the table3
Nail Technology Procedures - Nail Service Tools
- Implements, equipment and supplies
- Electric files, used safely
- Products: polish, lotion, abrasives
- 18%
6Manicures and pedicures5
Nail Technology Procedures - Manicure and Pedicure Services
- The basic manicure, in order
- The basic pedicure, in order
- Massage: effleurage to tapotement
- Polish that lasts
- Paraffin, scrubs and hot stones
- 20%
7Nail enhancements5
Nail Technology Procedures - Perform Application Maintenance and Removal Procedures for Nail Enhancement Services
- Tips and overlays
- Acrylic: apply, balance, maintain
- Gels: soft, hard, hybrid
- Dip powder systems
- Safe enhancement removal
- 4%
8After the service4
Nail Technology Procedures - Perform Post-Service Procedures
- Aftercare and client education
- Clean up and disinfect
- From school to state license
- Test day
Built on NIC National Nail Technology Theory Examination content outline · Effective September 2025, revised March 2026
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Questions
Does this count toward my license hours?
No. License hours come from a board-approved school; this class helps you pass the written exam.
Who gives the exam?
Your state board, often through a testing vendor such as PSI. Its candidate handbook lists what’s on the exam.
When does it open?
We’re writing it now, to this lesson plan. Start learning and the app builds your first lesson from the official sources.