Board of Barbers and Hairdressers Computerized Written Examinations Click here for Computerized Examination Information. Examination Information Examination Information: Effective December 7, 2020 the Practical Examination component for licensure was removed and replaced with a Proficiency Examination. Proficiency examinations must be administered by the school or Instructor (apprenticeship) at the conclusion of training in accordance with 12 AAC 09.050. Proof of passing a proficiency examination must be documented on Completion of Training forms. Students/apprentices who completed training prior to December 2020 still must provide proof of passing a Proficiency Examination by requesting their school/Instructor complete and submit an updated Completion of Training form. Passing a written examination is still required to complete the licensure process. Candidate Bulletin/Exam Information Prov Candidate Information Bulletin Request for Exam Accommodation - Prov ADA Compliance Packet (Located at bottom of Prov website) National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC) Tattoo & Permanent Cosmetic Coloring Examination Packet