Cosmetologist License Requirements in Minnesota
License RequiredLast verified March 9, 2026
Agency And Exam
Issuing agency: Minnesota Board of Cosmetologist Examiners
Official licensing agency website
Exam provider: PSI
Reciprocity And License Levels
License levels
OperatorSalon Manager
Reciprocity states
None listed
Notes
Minnesota licenses cosmetology through the Board of Cosmetologist Examiners. Current first-time applicant guidance requires an Initial Operator License Application with a course completion certificate and original passing exam results, and the board directs candidates to PSI for written exam scheduling. Verified against Minnesota Board of Cosmetologist Examiners licensing materials on 2026-03-09.