Practice the exact content PSI puts on your Minnesota barbering exam. Mapped to the official topic breakdown below — no guessing, no generic Milady-style filler.
Direct from the Minnesota Board of Cosmetology and the PSI candidate bulletin.
Source: Minnesota Board of Cosmetology
Your SGS dashboard tracks your score in each of these categories so you know exactly where to study.
The tools students use every night in the 30 days before their test.
Minnesota uses the PSI exam, which requires 75% or higher to pass. Practicing at least 10% above that on SGS mock exams is the sweet spot students who pass on the first try hit.
Minnesota requires 1500 training hours for barbering, along with completing the PSI exam (written + practical). Minimum age is 16.
Every SGS practice question is mapped to the same topic categories PSI uses: Scientific Concepts (Infection Control, Safety); Hair Cutting and Styling; Facial and Shaving Services; Chemical Services. Your progress dashboard shows which categories you're strong in and which need work before test day.
Yes. SGS works in any mobile browser — no app install required. Flashcards, practice tests, and The Final Look exam all work on iPhone, Android, and tablet. Save your seat in The Lounge to sync progress across devices.
A frequent stumble for Minnesota candidates is not dedicating enough hands-on practice and critical thinking to the "Hair Cutting and Styling" section, despite its 30% weight. Many rely solely on theoretical knowledge. The advice? Don't just memorize cuts; understand the geometry, how different hair types respond, and practice adapting techniques. You'll likely face questions that require you to apply your knowledge to specific client scenarios, not just recall definitions. Practice different head shapes and hair textures on mannequins or willing volunteers.
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