MD · Last reviewed 2026-08-27

Maryland cosmetology exam preparation

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Written: Foundation preview

Practical: Foundation preview

Reviewed beta packages are state-specific practice. Foundation previews are general preparation only; not currently offered tracks are not available. Practice results never predict or guarantee passing.

WRITTEN EXAM

required

The Maryland theory examination contains 110 scored items and 10 experimental items. Experimental items are not identified to candidates.

Provider: PSI Services LLC
Questions: 120
Time: 120 minutes
Passing score: 75%
Delivery: computer based

PRACTICAL EXAM

required

Maryland requires both a theory examination and a hands-on practical examination.

Provider: PSI Services LLC
Total time: 255 minutes
Passing score: 75%
Delivery: hands on

Practical procedure preview

Published sections for Maryland

Candidates bring a mannequin and their own labeled kit. Follow the current PSI supply list and each service setup/cleanup instruction.

01Workstation preparation10 minutes

02Basic manicure35 minutes

03Basic facial35 minutes

04Blow dry and thermal curling25 minutes

05Haircutting30 minutes

06Chemical waveThe candidate bulletin controls the proctor timing for this section.

07Foil highlights25 minutes

08Hydroxide virgin relaxer25 minutes

09Haircolor retouch25 minutes

10End-of-day cleanup10 minutes

Sample question

Original foundation question

This sample is general cosmetology preparation. It is not represented as a recalled or official Maryland exam question.

HAIRCUTTING

Cross-checking is performed to:

AChange haircolor

BVerify balance and accuracy

CIncrease porosity

DChoose shampoo

Reference: NIC National Cosmetology Theory content outline ↗

Official sources

What this profile is based on.

Research compilation: Echo Craft, LLC editorial team. Professional subject-matter review is still pending and is disclosed as a launch gap.

state boardMaryland Board — Cosmetology Examination InformationAccessed 2026-08-27 contracted providerMaryland Cosmetology Candidate Information BulletinAccessed 2026-08-27

Known gaps

What we have not confirmed or completed.

! The chemical-wave segment uses provider-administered timing; consult the live bulletin before practice.

! Maryland is recorded as requiring a written examination, but Beauty Exam Studio does not yet have a state-specific written content pack. The launch experience provides general foundation practice only; users must confirm current content, timing, scoring, and procedures with the official board or testing provider.

! Maryland is recorded as requiring a practical examination. Beauty Exam Studio does not yet have a Maryland-specific practical task pack, so this is general foundation practice: the AI coach reviews universal technique and safety fundamentals only. Your state's required task sequence, timing, kit list, and scoring are not modeled here, and another state's sequence is never substituted. Confirm current procedures with the official board or testing provider.

Beauty Exam Studio is an independent educational product. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Maryland, its licensing board, or its examination providers. Practice results do not guarantee licensure or exam performance.