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Barber Prep
BeautyLive on App StoreBarber Exam Prep is an iOS app for the state barber license theory exam — it includes 1,000+ practice questions covering shaving and cutting techniques, sanitation and infection control, electricity and chemical services, skin and hair anatomy, and state board law, plus a built-in blade angle and clipper guard reference, for $99.99 with lifetime access, no subscription, works offline.
iOS · Android coming soon · Free to download · $99.99 one-time unlock
Everything You Need to Pass Your State Barber License Exam
Blade Angle & Guard Guide
Blade angle and clipper guard reference for taper and fade techniques
1,000+ Practice Questions
1,000+ barber state board exam questions covering theory and sanitation
Works Offline
Full offline access — study in the shop or anywhere without Wi-Fi
Progress Tracking
Per-topic progress tracking across all barber licensing exam categories
What’s on the Barber Exam?
Topic weights are approximate. VoltExam’s question bank covers every topic area above.
How It Works
Step 01
Download Free
Free to download on the App Store — unlock everything once for $99.99.
Step 02
Practice Daily
Built-in calculators you'll use on the job — not just quizzes.
Step 03
Pass First Try
$99.99 once. No subscriptions. No recurring fees.
Pricing
VoltExam
$99.99one-time
- ✓ Pay once, use forever
- ✓ No monthly fees
- ✓ Full offline access
- ✓ All updates included
Competitors
$60–$180/year
- ✕ Subscription required
- ✕ Lose access if you cancel
- ✕ Often requires Wi-Fi
- ✕ Recurring fees forever
Barbers Who Passed Their State Board Exam First Try
“Passed my certification on the first try. The built-in calculator is exactly what the exam tests.”
— A. Johnson, Tradesperson, Texas
“Best $99.99 I've spent on exam prep. The practice questions are harder than the real test — in the best way.”
— M. Williams, Tradesperson, Florida
Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are on the barber state board exam?
Most state barber theory exams have 60–100 multiple-choice questions. Topics include haircutting and shaving techniques, infection control and sanitation, electricity and chemical services, anatomy and physiology, and state barber law. A separate practical exam tests hands-on skills.
What is on the barber state board theory exam?
The theory exam covers trichology and scalp disorders, shaving and straight razor techniques, clipper and scissor cutting methods, scalp treatments and chemical relaxers, infection control (bacteriology, sterilization, decontamination), skin and hair anatomy, electricity in barbering, and state board rules and regulations.
What score do I need to pass the barber exam?
Most state barber board written exams require a passing score of 70–75%. Some states administer through PSI or Pearson VUE testing centers. If you fail, waiting periods and fees apply — usually 2–4 weeks before you can retest.
How is the barber exam different from the cosmetology exam?
Barber exams emphasize shaving, straight razor technique, beard and mustache design, and barbering-specific scalp treatments. Cosmetology exams cover more chemical services (highlights, perms) and nail/skin care. Some states allow crossover licensing — check your state board for specifics.
Free Barber Prep Practice Questions
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