Barber & cosmetology testing
Relevant test content and superior test delivery online and in-person.
Dreams deserve...
a modern experience for barber and cosmetology state testing
The world of barber and cosmetology testing online is rapidly changing. State Licensing Bodies recognize the need for a national approach that reduces barriers to licensure while protecting public safety. The PSI National Barber and Cosmetology program offers test content of choice, and flexible test delivery with our assurance of CBT test security.

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Fair, valid and reliable test content
Our experienced barber and cosmetology team works with national Subject Matter Experts to develop a diverse series of written and practical tests. All based on the techniques necessary to be both skilled and safe. Testing goes beyond simple recall and recognition with innovative item banking and scoring. Tests are based on important skills to be applied on the job – for the health and safety of the public and your test takers.
Legislative friendly test content
Created and reviewed by national experts
Minimal competency testing
Go beyond recall and recognition

Secure test taker experience
Flexible and convenient test delivery
Your barber and cosmetology test takers want a convenient time and location for their test. Our network of 300+ quality-assured certification centers are in convenient locations across all US States and territories. And our state-of-the-art online proctoring solution support secure barber and cosmetology testing online at home or in the workplace. Or give your test takers the power of choice with multi-modal testing.
The industry is changing...
Keep your Barber & Cosmetology program up to date
In recent years PSI has been developing a market-leading, legislative-friendly, secure alternative to traditional Barber and Cosmetology testing. PSI launched the National Barber and Cosmetology Program in direct response to the changing needs of the industry.
In this open discussion, PSI experts discuss this industry shift with expert guest Leslie Roste, Government Relations, FBIC.