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The Board has contracted with PSI Services LLC (PSI) to conduct its cosmetology examination program. The Board examination is designed to test a Test taker's knowledge, skills and abilities to practice and determine whether a test taker is prepared to assume responsibility for the safety and welfare of the public. PSI provides examinations through a network of examination centers in Maryland.  \nThis Test Taker Guide provides you with information about the examination process for Cosmetology Licensure in the State of Maryland.  \nFor licensing information, please contact:  \nBoard of Barbers and Cosmetologists Maryland Department of  \nLabor 1100  \nN. Eutaw St.. , Room 121 Baltimore,  \nMD 21201  \n(410).230-6190  \n[http://www.dllr.state.md.us/license/cos/](http://www.dllr.state.md.us/license/cos/)  \nOnce you have passed both the theory and practical  \nexaminations, your results will be sent to the State. The DLLR  \nand the Board will determine your eligibility for a license.  \n TEST ELIGIBILITY  \nTo be eligible to take an examination, you must meet the following training requirements, and fill out the appropriate portion(s) of the Eligibility/Examination Registration Form. Incomplete forms will not be processed andwill be returned to you.  \n[HTTPS://TEST-TAKERS.PSIEXAMS.COM/MDCOS](HTTPS://TEST-TAKERS.PSIEXAMS.COM/MDCOS) © 2019 PSI SERVICES LLC ESTHETICIAN V1.3 EFF 9/24/2024  \nCosmetologist  \nStudents-theory only. If you wish to take the Cosmetologist theory examination, you must:  \n▪Complete 1,380 hours of instruction of an approved Cosmetology Program; and  \n▪Complete the Eligibility/Examination Registration Form (found at the end of this","cbCaitm9tMEzkjeT","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaitm9tMEzkjeT","pdf",3842498,23,"English","# PSI National Testing – General Information\n## Test Eligibility\n## Application to Test\n## Scheduling a Test\n## Test Taker Accommodations\n## PSI Maryland Testing Locations\n## Emergency Test Site Closure\n## Reporting to a Testing Site\n## Required Identification for Entry\n## PSI National Practical Test - Important Guidelines\n## Kits/Supplies and Equipment\n## PSI National Esthetician Practical Test Topic Order - Topic Area 1-5\n## Esthetician Theory Content Outline\n## Esthetician Test Reference Materials - PSI Score Reporting","[{\"question\":\"Who administers the cosmetology examination program in Maryland?\",\"answer\":\"The Maryland State Board of Cosmetologists licenses and regulates the trade, while PSI Services LLC has been contracted to conduct the examination program through Maryland examination centers.\"},{\"question\":\"What must applicants do to be eligible to take the exam?\",\"answer\":\"Applicants must meet the stated training requirements and complete the appropriate sections of the Eligibility/Examination Registration Form. 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