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1Under Minnesota Board of Cosmetologist Examiners regulations, what is the minimum number of training hours required to obtain a cosmetology license in Minnesota?
A.1,000 hours
B.1,200 hours
C.1,550 hours
D.1,800 hours
Explanation: Minnesota requires a minimum of 1,550 hours of cosmetology training at a licensed school to qualify for the state cosmetology licensing examination.
2What is the name of the regulatory body that oversees cosmetology licensing in Minnesota?
A.Minnesota Department of Health
B.Minnesota Board of Cosmetologist Examiners
C.Minnesota Division of Professional Licensing
D.Minnesota Bureau of Beauty Standards
Explanation: The Minnesota Board of Cosmetologist Examiners is responsible for licensing cosmetologists, regulating schools, conducting inspections, and enforcing cosmetology laws in Minnesota.
3How often must a cosmetology license be renewed in Minnesota?
A.Annually
B.Every two years
C.Every three years
D.Every five years
Explanation: Minnesota Statutes section 155A.27 provides that cosmetology licenses are issued and renewed for three-year periods. Licenses expire on the last day of the licensee’s birth month in the year due (Minn. R. 2105.0200).
4What is the minimum age requirement to apply for a cosmetology license in Minnesota?
A.16 years old
B.17 years old
C.18 years old
D.No minimum age
Explanation: Minnesota Rule 2105.0145 requires cosmetologist applicants who have not been licensed in other states to be at least 17 years old.
5Which examinations must a Minnesota cosmetology operator applicant pass for licensure?
A.General theory examination only
B.Hands-on practical examination only
C.General theory, written practical, and Minnesota laws and rules examinations
D.Online assessment only
Explanation: Minnesota Rule 2105.0145 and the PSI Candidate Information Bulletin require three board-approved written exams: general theory, written practical, and the Minnesota laws and rules (state) exam. Each requires a 75% passing score.
6What educational prerequisite must a cosmetology applicant meet in Minnesota?
A.College degree
B.High school diploma or GED
C.10th grade education
D.No educational prerequisite
Explanation: Minnesota Rule 2105.0145 sets age, training, exam, and fee requirements for operator licensure but does not require a high school diploma, GED, or 10th-grade credential. Individual schools may still require a diploma for admission.
7Under Minnesota law, what is the penalty for practicing cosmetology without a valid license?
A.Verbal warning only
B.A misdemeanor with fines
C.A felony charge
D.No penalty exists
Explanation: Practicing cosmetology without a valid license in Minnesota is a misdemeanor offense that can result in fines and other legal consequences.
8What must a cosmetologist licensed in another state do to practice in Minnesota?
A.Retake the full exam
B.Apply for reciprocity or endorsement if requirements meet Minnesota standards
C.Complete 500 additional hours
D.Wait one year
Explanation: Minnesota allows out-of-state cosmetologists to apply for licensure by reciprocity or endorsement if their training meets or exceeds Minnesota requirements.
9In Minnesota, what must be prominently displayed in a cosmetology salon?
A.The owner photo
B.The salon license and all individual operator licenses
C.The salon lease
D.Insurance certificates
Explanation: Minnesota requires the salon license and all individual operator licenses to be prominently displayed where visible to clients and inspectors.
10Does Minnesota require continuing education for cosmetology license renewal?
A.Yes, 8 hours per cycle
B.Yes, 16 hours per cycle
C.No continuing education is required
D.Yes, 4 hours per cycle
Explanation: Minnesota requires 8 hours of continuing education each three-year renewal: 4 hours core (1 hour laws/rules + 3 hours health/safety/infection control) and 4 hours professional practice (Minn. Stat. 155A.271; Minn. R. 2105.0200).

About the MN Cosmetology Exam

The Minnesota Cosmetology licensing examination evaluates competence across three written exams administered by PSI: General Theory (100 questions), Written Practical (60 questions), and Minnesota Laws and Rules (30 questions).

Exam sponsor: Minnesota Board of Cosmetology / PSI Services. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Questions

210 questions

Time Limit

5 hours (combo: 2 hrs General Theory, 2 hrs Written Practical, 1 hr State Laws)

Passing Score

75% on each exam

Exam / Certification Fees

$85 combo, or $33 + $28 + $24 per exam

Exam sponsor website

Reported exam pass rate: Not published. Neither the Minnesota Board of Cosmetology nor PSI publishes cosmetologist pass rates Exam sponsor website

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100 of 190 scored items

General Theory Examination

100 scored items: safety and infection control 25%, consultation 4%, anatomy 8%, shampoo and scalp care 5%, hairstyling 7%, haircutting 12%, hair coloring 12%, chemical texture 11%, esthetics 8%, nails 8%.

60 of 190 scored items

Written Practical Examination

60 scored items on service procedures: infection control 15%, shampoo and scalp care 12%, styling 10%, coloring 13%, perms 7%, relaxers 7%, cutting 13%, skin care 8%, hair removal 5%, nail care 7%, nail enhancements 3%.

30 of 190 scored items

Minnesota Laws and Rules Examination

30 scored items on Minnesota Statutes chapter 155A and Minnesota Rules chapter 2105: general information 15%, licensing 25%, practice requirements 45%, enforcement 15%.

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  • Passing score: 75% on each exam
  • Exam length: 210 questions
  • Time limit: 5 hours (combo: 2 hrs General Theory, 2 hrs Written Practical, 1 hr State Laws)
  • Exam / certification fees: $85 combo, or $33 + $28 + $24 per exam Official sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the passing score for the Minnesota cosmetology exams?

Candidates must score at least 75% on each of the three PSI exams: General Theory, Written Practical, and Minnesota State laws and rules. A candidate who fails one exam retakes and pays for only that exam.

How many questions are on the Minnesota cosmetology examination?

The PSI cosmetologist combination exam has 190 scored and 20 unscored items in 5 hours: General Theory has 100 scored items (2 hours), Written Practical has 60 scored items (2 hours), and the State laws and rules exam has 30 scored items (1 hour).

How much does the Minnesota cosmetology exam cost?

PSI charges $85 for the cosmetologist combination exam, or $33 for General Theory, $28 for Written Practical and $24 for the State exam when scheduled separately, and each retake costs that exam's fee. The initial license fee to the Minnesota Board of Cosmetology is $195 ($155 license plus $40 application).