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Minnesota Cosmetology License Examination

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1

Master Minnesota Laws and Rules (MN Statutes 155A & Rules 2105)

Learn Minnesota Board of Cosmetology licensing rules, scope of practice, salon physical and operational standards, Designated Licensed Salon Manager duties, infection control under Minn. R. 2105.0375, and three-year renewal with eight CE hours.

12
hours
2

Study Infection Control and Decontamination Protocols

Understand cleaning, EPA-registered hospital-grade disinfectant procedures, single-use versus multi-use implements, blood exposure emergency protocols, and OSHA safety data sheets.

14
hours
3

Review Hair Anatomy, Cutting, Styling and Chemical Services

Master trichology, hair chemistry, haircutting angles, thermal and wet styling, permanent waving, chemical hair relaxers, and hair coloring and lightening formulations.

18
hours
4

Review Esthetics and Nail Technology Standards

Study skin histology, facial treatments, hair removal contraindications, nail anatomy, manicure and pedicure safety, and nail enhancement chemistry.

10
hours
5

Take Timed PSI Practice Tests

Drill computer-based practice questions covering General Theory (100 questions), Written Practical (60 questions), and State Laws (30 questions) under timed testing conditions.

6
hours
Estimated total study time
60 hours
That's about 6 weeks at 10 hours/week

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MN Cosmetology-Specific Topics Covered

Minnesota Statutes Chapter 155AMinnesota Rules Chapter 2105 (Cosmetology Salons and Licensing)Minnesota Rules Chapter 2110 (Cosmetology Schools and Instructors)Designated Licensed Salon Manager (DLSM) obligationsInfection control standards and prohibited implements in MinnesotaThree-year practitioner renewals and 8 continuing education hours

MN Cosmetology Exam Details

Minnesota Cosmetology License Examination

Administered by Minnesota Board of Cosmetology (exams delivered by PSI)

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75% on each of the 3 exams
Passing Score
210
Questions
5
Hours
$85 PSI combo exam ($33 General Theory + $28 Written Practical + $24 State), plus $195 initial license ($155 license + $40 application)
Exam Fee
Study time: 40-60 hours
Prerequisites: 1,550-hour cosmetology course at a Minnesota-licensed cosmetology school (or approved equivalent), age 17 or older, and passing results no more than one year old on all three PSI exams

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What's Next After the MN Cosmetology?

After passing the MN Cosmetology, you can pursue these career paths

Licensed Cosmetologist (Minnesota)

Provide hair styling, chemical services, esthetics, and nail care in licensed Minnesota salons under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 155A.

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Designated Licensed Salon Manager (DLSM)

Manage salon operations, oversee infection control compliance, and ensure salon licensure under Minnesota Rules Chapter 2105.

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Salon Owner / Suite Licensee

Operate an independent salon or salon suite in Minnesota, maintaining physical plant standards, ventilation, and board compliance.

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Licensed Cosmetology Instructor

Teach theory and practical cosmetology curriculum to students in Minnesota board-approved cosmetology schools.

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