Different professions to pursue in the beauty industry
If there is one thing that can be said about the beauty industry is that it is filled with numerous opportunities for the aspiring professional in search of a lucrative and rewarding career in the cosmetology field. Beauty schools feature a variety of courses that teach the study and application of a number of different beauty treatments including:
As you can see, you can study several beauty school courses in order to become a specialist in specific areas.
Professions in the beauty industry
The following list of professions is just a few that are available and worth considering while taking your beauty school courses and getting your career training:
* Electrologist - performs permanent hair removal services using an electrolysis machine
* Esthetician - specializes in skin beautification (typically works in salons and spas)
* Manicurist/Pedicurist - performs cosmetic treatment on fingernails (manicure) and toenails (pedicure)
* Nail Technician - specializes in fingernail and toenail art and the care of it
* Shampoo Technician - preps the client's hair for shampooing and conditioning) by the hair stylist
No matter where you live, becoming a professional in the beauty and cosmetology industry requires a certain amount of education and a state license before you can start working in a salon or spa, or open up your own beauty business. Every state in the US requires that you get a state license if you are planning on working as a personal appearance specialist. There are always exceptions involved as each state's licensing requirements as well as those for certification tend to vary somewhat.
For instance, you may not have to be licensed as a shampoo technician in order to be one and perform all the duties of one. However, the basic requirements are that you are least 17 years of age, have taken beauty school courses, and graduated from an accredited beauty academy. You may have to complete an apprenticeship or pass a physical in some states but not in others.
Finally, some states require that you be a high school graduate while others will settle for an 8th grade education. Still others will recognize an apprenticeship as a substitute for either type of education requirements. One way or the other, education and/or experience go hand in hand and are a critical part of the process.
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