The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects that employment opportunities for personal appearance workers (barbers, cosmetology, hairdressers etc) will grow by around 20% between the period 2008-2018. So, if you decide to pursue a diploma in cosmetology, you are on the right track.
The afore-mentioned figures supports what everyone knows - most people have an inherent need to look their best and are willing to pay for it. It always amazes me that no matter how tough times are financially, women always seem to be able to find the money to pay a cosmetologist to do their hair and nails.
For cosmetologist, repeat business is crucial.
To achieve that, you need to be good at what you do, be a great people person and be a salesperson of sorts.
Being good at what you do means getting properly trained in your craft.
There are many beauty schools around that offer diploma in cosmetology programs. Some even offer these programs online - although, it is important that these online programs offer practical training.
It is all well and good to learn the theory but you must practice your craft to become good at it.
Cosmetologist must be licensed to practice; and being able to get a license will depend on the beauty school you go to.
As mentioned earlier, the growth rate in employment opportunities is positive for personal appearance workers. As a cosmetologists, you can find opportunities in hotels, salons and spas.
The average salary for a cosmetologist is pretty decent but there is way to significantly improve your earnings.
You can do so by becoming self-employed or by owning your own business.
You can prepare for owning your own hair salon by doing an associate's degree in business in addition to doing a diploma in cosmetology.
Take the first step towards a cosmetology career today by finding out where you can locate quality beauty schools.
This is very important if you hope to one become a practicing cosmetologists.
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