NV Cosmetology case studies
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The Nevada Cosmetology Licensing Examination is the written (theory) and practical (performance) assessment used by the Nevada State Board of Cosmetology to determine whether an applicant is ready to hold a cosmetologist license and work on the public in licensed salons. It is intended for graduates of a Board-approved cosmetology program, or applicants qualifying through reciprocity or other Board-recognized pathways, who need to demonstrate both book knowledge and hands-on competence before licensure. The NV Cosmetology case studies are 5 cases and about 2,692 words.
1Blood Exposure During a Razor Haircut
Maya is a licensed cosmetologist at a busy Reno salon. She is using a straight razor to detail a client’s tapered neckline when the razor slips and nicks the client’s earlobe.
650 words, about 3 min2Pending License and a Staffing Emergency
Jordan is an esthetician licensed in Arizona who moved to Las Vegas six weeks ago. She submitted an application for licensure by endorsement to the Nevada Board of Cosmetology and has a dated receipt showing the application was received, but no Nevada license has been issued.
523 words, about 3 min3Metallic-Salt History and a Demanding Highlight Client
Tammy, 42, has level-3 dark brown hair and has colored it at home for years. Five weeks ago she used a “henna-based black” product from an online seller.
506 words, about 3 min4Diabetic Pedicure With Warning Signs
Pedro is a licensed nail technologist in Sparks. Alvarez, is 68, has type 2 diabetes, and reports “a little numbness” in his feet.
523 words, about 3 min5Isotretinoin, Waxing, and a Peel Request
Renee, 34, books a brow and lip wax plus a 30% glycolic peel for “glow” before a wedding. On her intake form she discloses that she has been taking isotretinoin (Accutane) for four months for cystic acne and uses tretinoin cream at night.
490 words, about 2 min