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1How many training hours does South Dakota require to qualify for a barber license?
2Which organization administers the written National Barber Styling Theory Examination in South Dakota?
3What is the minimum passing score required on the South Dakota barber licensing exams?
4How many questions are on the NIC written theory exam administered for South Dakota barber licensing?
5When must all South Dakota barber licenses be renewed each year?
6What is the annual license renewal fee for barbers in South Dakota?
7What is the minimum age requirement to apply for a barber license in South Dakota?
8Where is the South Dakota Board of Barber Examiners located?
9How many minutes are allowed to complete the NIC written theory exam for South Dakota barber licensing?
10What is the minimum duration of barber school instruction required in South Dakota?
About the SD Barber Exam
The South Dakota Barber licensing exam covers state-specific regulations, sanitation and safety, haircutting techniques, shaving, and barbershop management.
Exam sponsor: South Dakota State Board of Barber Examiners. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
100 questions
Time Limit
2 hours
Passing Score
70-75%
Reported exam pass rate: ~65-75%. estimated first-time pass rate This describes exam candidates, not OpenExamPrep users or results from using our resources. Exam sponsor website
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Our practice resources: topics covered
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State Regulations & Licensing
South Dakota barber board rules, licensing requirements, and renewal
Safety & Infection Control
Sanitation, disinfection, bloodborne pathogens, and shop safety
Barbering Theory & Techniques
Haircutting, shaving, facial hair, scalp treatments, and chemistry
Barbershop Management
Business law, employment regulations, and professional ethics
Preparing for the SD Barber Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 70-75%
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: 2 hours
- Exam / certification fees: Varies by state Official sources
Using Our Practice Resources
- Work through all 200 available questions
- Review every answer and explanation
- Track weak areas and revisit them
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are on the South Dakota barber exam?
The exam typically has 100 multiple-choice questions.
What score do I need to pass?
Most states require a score of 70-75% to pass.
Is the barber exam different from the cosmetology exam?
Yes. Barber exams focus on haircutting, shaving, and facial hair services. Cosmetology covers a broader range including nails and skin care.