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Build a Maryland plan for automated PSI applications, 1,380-hour theory eligibility, 1,500-hour practical eligibility, closed-book written content, practical topic rehearsals, 75% passing scores, two-year score validity, and board follow-up.
Maryland cosmetology candidates must pass both PSI theory and practical examinations. We organize the online application, eligibility email, training-hour threshold, written content domains, practical sequence, score reports, two-year score window, and board license instructions so no part of the process is handled in isolation.
Maryland candidates should match the PSI application portion to their training hours, then prepare separately for closed-book theory and hands-on practical expectations.
Maryland uses PSI for cosmetology examinations and requires online automated applications rather than mailed, faxed, or emailed applications.
First-time Maryland cosmetology candidates are encouraged to apply for both theory and practical; current fees list one combined fee or a separate fee for either portion alone.
Cosmetology theory-only eligibility begins after 1,380 approved program hours, while practical eligibility requires 1,500 hours.
The theory exam is closed book, includes 110 scored questions plus 10 experimental questions, allows 120 minutes, and requires at least 75 percent to pass.
Maryland candidates apply through PSI's online process and then receive eligibility instructions by email. HiraEdu verifies the candidate account, email accuracy, selected exam portion, school training verification, and any out-of-state letter of eligibility before scheduling.
The closed-book theory exam measures safety and infection control, client consultation, hair, scalp, skin and nail analysis, hairstyling, haircutting, chemical services, skin care, makeup, hair removal, and nails. The practical exam requires timed performance across PSI's Maryland topic order, including setup, manicure, facial, hair, chemical, color, and cleanup services.
Maryland requires theory and practical scores to be passed within two years of each other. We build retake planning around that window, PSI score reports, the board's post-pass license instructions, and the 10-working-day follow-up point if the board email does not arrive.
Use this PSI Maryland Cosmetology Exam exam help page for exam-specific context, then compare the broader online exam help services page or contact HiraEdu if you need a direct handoff. This page stays focused on PSI Maryland Cosmetology Exam while the linked service pages cover broader exam support options.
Maryland cosmetology candidates test through PSI for the State Board of Cosmetologists. HiraEdu prepares students for the current PSI automated application process, the theory and practical fee choices, eligibility email workflow, and Maryland's requirement to pass both theory and practical examinations for licensure. Prep covers the 1,380-hour threshold for cosmetology theory-only testing, the 1,500-hour threshold for practical testing, the closed-book PSI National Cosmetology Theory exam with 110 scored questions and 10 experimental questions in 120 minutes, the 75 percent passing score, practical topic areas such as workstation preparation, basic manicure, basic facial, blow dry and thermal curling, haircutting, chemical wave, foil highlights, virgin relaxer, hair color retouch, and end-of-day cleanup, plus the board rule that scores must be passed within two years of each other.
PSI administers Maryland cosmetology examinations for the State Board of Cosmetologists.
Yes. Maryland cosmetologist applicants must pass both theory and practical examinations to qualify for licensure.
The Maryland PSI guide lists 1,380 hours for cosmetology theory-only testing and 1,500 hours for practical testing.
The PSI guide states that candidates must score at least 75 percent to pass the PSI National Cosmetology Theory exam.
HiraEdu organizes PSI application steps, eligibility documentation, theory study, practical topic rehearsals, score tracking, and board license follow-up.
Confirm whether the candidate has 1,380 hours for theory, 1,500 hours for practical, or another board-approved route such as out-of-state eligibility.
Use one PSI account, choose the correct Maryland exam portion, enter a working personal email, and watch for the approval message.
Use closed-book theory drills for the 120-minute written exam and timed practical rehearsals for workstation, manicure, facial, hair, chemical, color, and cleanup topics.
Monitor PSI score reports, the two-year validity window, and the board email that provides registration number and license application instructions.
Use the guide to self-serve, or talk to a coordinator if you need help mapping timelines, official requirements, or troubleshooting day-of logistics.
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