Minnesotaesthetician license & exam requirements
State-specific examHow to get licensed as an esthetician (plus advanced practice esthetician tier) in Minnesota: training hours, board exam format, vendor, and how to prepare — researched from the official Minnesota board.
- License
- Esthetician (plus Advanced Practice Esthetician tier)
- Training hours
- 600
- Written exam
- State-specific exam
- Exam vendor
- PSI
Exam details & notes
Minnesota-specific exams (not NIC), all written, administered by PSI: (1) Esthetician General Theory ~85 items (75 scored)/90 min, (2) MN State Laws & Rules 35 items (30 scored)/60 min — a distinct state-law section, (3) 'Written Practical' 55 items (50 scored)/90 min; 75% to pass each. No state hands-on practical — practical skills are verified at the school level. Unusual: separate written-practical format replacing live-model testing; Advanced Practice Esthetician tier (board-approved 500-hour AP curriculum on top of esthetician/cosmetologist training) allows advanced modalities. Question counts cross-checked between PSI CIB extraction and prep sources; minor variance possible.
Preparing for the Minnesota exam
PrepTempo's Esthetician course covers the NIC national theory core — infection control, skin sciences, skin analysis, and treatments. Minnesota runs its own written exam, but it covers largely the same core science and safety material, so the course is strong preparation. Study your Minnesota law-and-rules section from the board on top of the core.
Free esthetician practice questions →Minnesota esthetician license FAQ
Does Minnesota use the NIC esthetician exam?
No. Minnesota uses a state-specific written exam (PSI) rather than the NIC national exam.
How many training hours does Minnesota require for an esthetician license?
600
How do I get an esthetician license in Minnesota?
Complete the required training hours (600), satisfy the written exam requirement (State-specific exam, vendor PSI), and apply through the Minnesota board. Always confirm current rules on the official board site.
Where can I practice for the Minnesota esthetician or cosmetology-related board exam?
PrepTempo's Esthetician State Board course covers the NIC national theory core (infection control, skin science, analysis, and treatments) with free sample questions and free Chapter 1. Study Minnesota law-and-rules from your board on top of the core.
Official sources
Educational information only, researched July 2026 — not legal or licensing advice. Requirements change; confirm with the Minnesota board. PrepTempo is not affiliated with any state board, the National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC), or any exam vendor, and they do not endorse this product.