NM Barber study plan

Build a one-page comparison chart of barber vs. cosmetologist scope of practice, listing at least eight services each may and may not perform

Memorize the cut-cleanliness and disinfection sequence (clean, disinfect, sterilize) and recite it from memory in under two minutes

Define key barbering terms such as taper, fade, blunt cut, and razor-over-comb and match each to a service description

Explain the difference between sanitation, disinfection, and sterilization using three exam-style scenarios and justify each answer

Diagram the layers of the hair shaft and label the cuticle, cortex, and medulla functions

Trace the hair growth cycle and identify which phase is affected by common chemical services

Summarize the main ingredients and safety limits of chemical relaxers and texturizers

Compare the pH of shampoo, conditioner, and relaxer and predict the effect on hair

Practice 25 mixed barber and cosmetologist practice questions and log every miss with a one-line reason

List the standard steps of a client consultation, including patch test and contraindication checks

Distinguish skin types and conditions relevant to facial services and state which conditions require referral

Explain the chemistry of hair color, including developer volumes and their lifting effect

Map the esthetician scope of practice against the cosmetologist scope and note overlapping services

Identify at least five contraindications for chemical and facial services and the action to take for each

Describe the three stages of hair growth and explain why telogen is the target phase for electrolysis

Compare galvanic, thermolysis, and blend modalities by current type, sensation, and typical use

List pre- and post-treatment electrology care instructions and infection-control steps

Explain how to assess skin sensitivity before a facial treatment and adjust the service plan

Answer 30 mixed esthetician and electrologist questions and categorize errors by domain

Outline the safe-use and maintenance rules for electrolysis equipment and needles

Identify the main hair-cutting techniques and the head shapes each suits

Explain the principles of hair coloring and lightening as applied by a hairdresser, including strand testing

Describe thermal styling safety limits and the risk factors for burns and hair damage

Summarize client-record requirements for hairdressing services and why they matter for liability

Detail the steps of a basic manicure and a basic pedicure in correct order

Explain nail structure and identify common nail disorders and which require referral

List the disinfection requirements for implements, files, and footbaths between clients

Describe safe use of electric files and the signs of over-filing

Compare client screening questions for nail services against those for hair services

Draft a floor plan for a small salon showing required areas and separation of clean and soiled items

List the establishment requirements for licensing, signage, and record retention

Identify the most common inspection violations and the corrective action for each

Explain the difference between an establishment license and an individual license and who is responsible for what

Summarize the rules for handling client complaints and adverse reactions in an establishment

Describe the curriculum and hour requirements for barber and cosmetology schools and how progress is documented

Explain the roles of instructor, student, and school in supervising clinic-floor services

Review all eight domains using a single error log and rank the three weakest areas

Complete two timed full-length practice exams and compare scores

Write a final one-page summary of the ten facts you are most likely to forget