A. You can preview the first 30 practice questions with full explanations before deciding to unlock.
Q. What does the unlock include?
A. A one-time $9.99 purchase unlocks all 220 practice questions across every NIC content area, three timed 100-question mock exams, category-by-category drills, and full explanations. No subscription. No auto-renewal.
Q. I changed phones. Do I need to buy again?
A. No. Sign into the same Apple ID and tap "Restore Purchase" in the paywall screen to restore your unlock at no cost.
Q. Is my learning progress synced across devices?
A. Progress is stored locally on each device. Deleting the App resets progress on that device. Your purchase can always be restored.
Q. Does the App cover my state's laws?
A. State-specific legislation is not included, because it changes and varies. The App covers federal cosmetic regulations (FDA, OSHA) and general business topics common across states. Confirm your state's rules with your state board of cosmetology.
Q. Is this an official NIC or Milady product?
A. No. The App is an independent study aid. Questions are original items authored from publicly available NIC outlines and standard esthetics curriculum topics. It is not affiliated with the National-Interstate Council, any U.S. state board of cosmetology, or Cengage.
Q. Does passing the mock exams guarantee I pass the real test?
A. No study aid can guarantee a passing score. The mock exams are designed to reflect the NIC content areas and format. Consistent 80%+ scores across all three mock exams typically indicate exam readiness, but personal results will vary.