Except for those who want to become makeup artists or shampooers, all states require those working in beauty and cosmetology to have a license. Most states require degrees or certification from a licensed cosmetology school, followed by a passing score on a state licensing examination. A full-time associate degree program can take as little as nine months. Other programs, such as those for skin care specialists, require even less time. Read more....>>>>
Quick Facts: Beauty And Cosmetology
Successful cosmetologists have:
Good personal skills
Fashion sense
Training in business or marketing (for those who plan to be self-employed)
Number of self-employed workers: 46%
Expected job growth over the next decade: 14%
Median earnings as of 2006: $10.25 per hour including tips
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