Practice the exact content State puts on your Ohio barbering exam. Mapped to the official topic breakdown below — no guessing, no generic Milady-style filler.
Direct from the Ohio State Cosmetology and Barber Board and the State candidate bulletin.
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.
Ohio uses the State 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.
Ohio requires 1800 training hours for barbering, along with completing the State exam (written + practical). Minimum age is 16.
Every SGS practice question is mapped to the same topic categories State uses: Hair Cutting and Styling; Health and Safety (Sanitation, Infection Control); Shaving and Facial Hair Services; Chemical Services; Ohio Laws and Rules. 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 Ohio Barbering candidates is neglecting the finer points of Hair Cutting and Styling. Because it's the largest portion at 30%, many focus broadly on different cuts. However, the exam often delves into specific details like proper sectioning for different styles, tension control for even cutting, or the precise use of clippers for fades and tapers. Don't just know *how* to do a fade; understand the *why* behind each step, the ideal angles for your comb, and how to troubleshoot common issues. Practice explaining your technique out loud as you work.
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