Colorado Esthetician License Exam Prep: Practical & Written Study Guide for 2026
The Colorado esthetician licensing exam confirms that candidates meet professional standards for sanitation, safety, and foundational esthetic services. Administered by PSI Services LLC, the exam consists of a written (theory) portion and a practical (hands-on) portion. Both must be passed to qualify for licensure in Colorado.
At Elite Aesthetics Academy, exam preparation is approached clinically—focusing on accuracy, compliance, and repetition.
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Written Exam Preparation
The written exam evaluates knowledge in:
Infection control and sanitation
Skin anatomy and physiology
Contraindications and disorders
Facial treatments and hair removal theory
Product chemistry
Colorado laws and rules
Study tips:
Prioritize sanitation and safety principles
Study state law separately from treatment theory
Use timed practice exams to build endurance
Review PSI terminology exactly as written
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Student learning resources and exam support
Practical Exam Preparation
The practical exam assesses your ability to:
Follow evaluator instructions precisely
Maintain sanitation protocols
Perform foundational services safely
Demonstrate professional conduct
Services may include workstation setup, facial procedures, waxing, tweezing, and makeup application.
Key focus areas:
Perform sanitation steps visibly
Do not anticipate or combine services
Keep supplies in bags unless needed
Remain within taped workstation boundaries
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Hands-on practical exam training
Final Guidance
Success depends on clinical consistency—not speed or creativity. Candidates who prepare under exam-like conditions perform more confidently and accurately.
