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Candidates are advised that scheduling through the new PSI platform commences on January 1, 2026, with testing availability beginning in mid-January 2026. The update highlights the accessibility of nearly 400 national test centers, encompassing multiple locations across Hawaii's islands. This transition aims to modernize the testing process, with further instructional materials being distributed to impacted candidates via mail in mid-December 2025. 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BOX 3469  \nHONOLULU, HAWAII 96801  \n[cca.hawaii.gov/pvl](cca.hawaii.gov/pvl)  \nDecember 12, 2025  \nM E M O R A N D U M  \nTO: Prometric Exam Candidates  \nFROM: Exam Branch  \nSUBJECT: Barber, Cosmetology and Electrologist Examinations 2026  \nEffective January 1, 2026, PSI Services, LLC will become the testing vendor for the following examinations:  \n• Barber Styling Theory Examination  \n• Cosmetology Theory Examination  \n• Electrology Theory Examination  \n• Esthetics Theory Examination  \n• Hair Design Theory Examination  \n• Instructor Theory Examination  \n• Nail Technology Theory Examination  \nDue to the complexities involved in transitioning to a new exam vendor, candidates will be able to schedule their examinations on PSI’s website beginning January 1, 2026; however, the earliest available test dates will be mid-January 2026, or later. Examinations may be scheduled at any of PSI’s nearly 400 test centers nationwide, including locations on Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi Island, Maui, and Kauaʻi.  \nAdditional information regarding examinations with PSI will be mailed in mid-December.  \nIf you have any questions, please contact the Professional and Vocational Licensing Division, Examination Branch, at (808) 586-2711.","cbCaiv1tD9tmEAjd","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiv1tD9tmEAjd","pdf",246703,"English","# Exam Vendor Transition\n## New Testing Provider\n## Scheduling and Availability\n## Contact Information","[{\"question\":\"Who is the new testing vendor for Hawaii's professional examinations as of 2026?\",\"answer\":\"Effective January 1, 2026, PSI Services, LLC will become the testing vendor for barber, cosmetology, and related examinations.\"},{\"question\":\"When can candidates begin scheduling their exams through the new vendor?\",\"answer\":\"Candidates may begin scheduling their examinations on the PSI website starting January 1, 2026.\"},{\"question\":\"What is the expected earliest date for taking an exam with the new vendor?\",\"answer\":\"The earliest available test dates are scheduled for mid-January 2026, or later, due to the transition process.\"}]","2026 Prometric Exam Provider Update - Hawaii Professional and Vocational Licensing Division Memo | PDF",1790415558]