Barbers and cosmetologists focus on providing hair care services to enhance the appearance of customers. Other personal appearance workers, such as manicurists and pedicurists, shampooers, and skin care specialists, provide specialized beauty services that help clients look and feel their best. Barbers cut, trim, shampoo, and style hair mostly for male clients. They also may fit hairpieces and … [Read more...]
Earnings – Cosmetology Career
September 20, 2010 - By 1 Comment
Median hourly wages in May 2008 for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists, including tips and commission, were $11.13. The middle 50 percent earned between $8.57 and $15.03. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $7.47, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $20.41. Median hourly wages in May 2008 for barbers, including tips, were $11.56. The middle 50 percent earned between $8.93 … [Read more...]
Working Conditions – Cosmetology Career
September 10, 2010 - By 11 Comments
Many full-time barbers, cosmetologists, and other personal appearance workers put in a 40-hour week, but longer hours are common, especially among self-employed workers. Work schedules may include evenings and weekends, the times when beauty salons and barbershops are busiest. Many workers, especially those who are self-employed, determine their own schedules. In 2008, about 29 percent of barbers, … [Read more...]
Employment – Cosmetology Career
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Barbers, cosmetologists, and other personal appearance workers held about 821,900 jobs in 2008. Of these, barbers and cosmetologists held 684,200 jobs, manicurists and pedicurists 76,000, skin care specialists 38,800, and shampooers 22,900. Most of these workers are employed in personal care services establishments, such as beauty salons, barber shops, nail salons, day and resort spas. Others … [Read more...]
Training, Qualifications, and Advancement for Cosmetology Careers
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All States require barbers, cosmetologists, and other personal appearance workers to be licensed, with the exceptions of shampooers. To qualify for a license, most job seekers are required to graduate from a State-licensed barber or cosmetology school. Education and training. A high school diploma or GED is required for some personal appearance workers in some States. In addition, most States … [Read more...]
Job Outlook – Cosmetology Career
August 15, 2010 - By 3 Comments
Overall employment of barbers, cosmetologists, and other personal appearance workers is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations. Opportunities for entry-level workers should be favorable, while job candidates at high-end establishments will face keen competition. Personal appearance workers will grow by 20 percent from 2008 to 2018, which is much faster than the … [Read more...]
Find the Best Cosmetology Schools
July 24, 2010 - By 2 Comments
If you want to become a cosmetologist, you can attend a cosmetology school or a beauty school. Cosmetology schools are institutions that teach you how to provide professional beauty treatments. Cosmetology students have to study seriously. They will learn about cutting and styling hair, giving facials, chemical coloring, perming, and a lot more. Some cosmetology schools offer a general … [Read more...]
Obtaining Your Cosmetology License
July 23, 2010 - By 4 Comments
Creating beauty is a great career and if you choose this as your profession, you will have to train to become a cosmetologist. Many countries and all states in the US require cosmetologists to have a cosmetology license. Requirements vary depending on where you live, but typically you would need schooling and training before you can apply for a cosmetology license. Most cosmetology licenses … [Read more...]
Cosmetology Career Information
July 20, 2010 - By 1 Comment
Cosmetology is the practice of creating physical beauty, and cosmetologists provide hair, nail and skin care services to clients. Hair care services include cutting, shampooing, perming, styling and coloring. Cosmetologists also provide makeup application, makeovers and color recommendations. Other services that they offer include manicures, pedicures and facial treatments. If you want a … [Read more...]
