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Average Salary & Job Outlook
Cosmetologists Median wages (2005)
$23,340 annually
U.S. Minimum Wage
$10,712 Annually
In 2005, median annual earnings in for salaried cosmetology specialists were $23,340 not including tips. Factors like the size and location of the salon, clients' tipping habits and competition from salons all determine the total income of cosmetologists. Selling hair care products gives cosmetologists an additional source of income.
Even with heavy competition in the field, job opportunities
for cosmetologists should be very good. Employment is expected
to grow about as fast as the average occupation through 2014.
This growth in cosmetology will probably be due to an increasing
population, rising incomes and growing demand for personal
appearance services.
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What can you learn in Cosmetology school?
Cosmetology specialists provide hair care and other
services to enhance the appearance of their clients.
They work in clean, soothing environments that have
good lighting and ventilation. Being in good health
and having great stamina are important to cosmetology
specialists because these workers are constantly
on their feet and moving around.
What do cosmetology specialist do?
Main tasks cosmetology specialists do include:
- Shampooing and conditioning
- Cutting and trimming
- Lighten or darken their hair color
- Styling hair
- Advising clients on hair care
- Straightening hair
- Providing permanent wave
Additionally, cosmetology specialists are often
trained to give manicures, pedicures and scalp and
facial treatments. They may also provide makeup analysis
and clean and style wigs and hairpieces.
Getting licensed is required for cosmetology specialists
in every state. The best way to get licensed is to
go to a cosmetology school. Public and private vocational
cosmetology schools offer both day and evening classes.
Full-time certification generally lasts anywhere
between 9 to 24 months.
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