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Cosmetology is a term that is used for many services and as the types of
cosmetology services sought by clients continues to increase as well as expand
in nature, so to0 does the
cosmetology school curriculum. A few decades ago
cosmetology school students were offered training in half of the services they
are trained in today. Some of the more recent
cosmetology school classes that have been added include new and improved wax
treatments for hair-removal, Laser-hair removal, permanent make-up, chemical peels,
and many more.
COSMETOLOGY: Students learn basic and advanced
cosmetology skills in
beauty schools to become a licensed
cosmetologist with expertise in
hair cutting, coloring, perming, and styling as well as
manicuring,
pedicuring, and
facials. In addition, students learn retail cosmetic sales, salon development
and practice those skills in a model salon/lab setting. As
hairstylists and
cosmetologists become more experienced and gain a following, they can expect
their earnings to increase. Some manage salons or decide to open their own salon
while others become sales representatives or image consultants. Some graduates even
decide to teach in
barber and cosmetology schools /
Beauty schools themselves.
Esthetics/Skin Care
Beauty Schools,
Esthetics/Skin Care Schools Estheticians, also called skin care therapists,
work at salons, day spas, and medi-spas.
Estheticians are trained in the
Beauty Schools cosmetic treatment of the skin. They perform various cosmetic
procedures including facials, body treatments, and waxing. Most
estheticians offer a variety of specialty spa treatments. All
estheticians must be licensed in the state in which they work. They must complete
260 to 600 hours of training (depending on the state) and pass both a written and
a practical, or hands-on, exam. A good
esthetician also completes many hours of post-graduate education in
Beauty Schools, and strives to stay abreast of the latest developments in skin
care inside and outside of
Beauty Schools.
Estheticians are not medical doctors and therefore can't diagnose skin conditions,
prescribe medications, or suggest treatment for any skin condition outside of cosmetic
products. They can, however, perform treatment complementary to a doctor's treatment.
Some
estheticians may work closely with dermatologists, either in-office or through
a referral system.
Make Up Artist Training Beauty Schools,
Beauty Schools The field of
make-up artistry is very broad and offers incredible flexibility and growth.
While states do not require a license for
make-up artists, many salons, spas and retail stores will require
make-up artists to have a degree in either
cosmetology or
esthetics. This is why many
cosmetology schools offer specialized courses in
make-up which generally cover color theory, facial shapes and features, customer
service and client consultation, basic
make-up application, cosmetic products and their application, and specialty
make-up techniques. Many
make-up artists enjoy the flexibility of owning their own business.
Teacher Training Beauty Schools,
Beauty Schools Licensed
cosmetologists are in demand - and they need instructors to train them and demonstrate
techniques.
Cosmetologists who have worked in the field for a certain time may be interested
in moving to a teaching career. A preparation course includes training in lesson
plans, learning and educating, business and
cosmetology concepts. In 2004, around 790,000 jobs were held by
cosmetologists, barbers,
nail technicians and
skin care specialists. All of these workers were trained in vocational
cosmetology schools and must take continuing education courses to keep up with
trends in fashion and
cosmetology techniques, as well as treatment for skin, nails and hair. These
courses are taught by a trained
cosmetology instructor, who must teach the student all aspects of anatomy and
physiology that pertains to the job, as well as the details of
hairstyling, safety and business. The instructor must also create lesson plans,
deliver material, demonstrate techniques and monitor student progress. Eighty percent
of the annual salaries of vocational training instructors fall between $18,740 and
$74,739 (based on 15 years of teaching), and varies by region and total experience.
Massage Therapy Schools,
Beauty Schools Massage is one of the oldest healing arts: Chinese records dating
back 3,000 years document its use; the ancient Hindus, Persians and Egyptians applied
forms of
massage for many ailments; and Hippocrates wrote papers recommending the use
of rubbing and friction for joint and circulatory problems. Today, the benefits
of
massage are varied and far-reaching. As an accepted part of many physical rehabilitation
programs, massage therapy has also proven beneficial for many chronic conditions,
including low back pain, arthritis, bursitis, fatigue, high blood pressure, diabetes,
immunity suppression, infertility, smoking cessation, depression, and more. And,
as many millions will attest, massage also helps relieve the stress and tension
of everyday living that can lead to disease and illness. Many schools offer training
in various techniques, with courses ranging from beginning to advanced levels of
instruction, as well as continuing education. Seminars on specific techniques, business
practices and other relevant subjects are often conducted at
Beauty schools or are taught independently at other facilities.