What to Expect When Considering a Career in Cosmetology

If you love helping other people look their best, then Cosmetology is a great career choice. From doing make-up to styling hair, from giving professional pedicures to providing informed beauty advice, working in the cosmetology industry will teach you dozens of ways to help people feel better about themselves.



People who are drawn to cosmetology cite many benefits of working in this industry, including:

	Ability to be paid for performance — great work is typically better paid with tips and bonuses Immediate feedback on their work A people-oriented work environment

Cosmetologists work in a variety of settings — from malls to salons, from resort spas to senior care facilities. The work can demand long hours, because weekends and evenings are the most popular appointment times for most services.

Career Outlook for Cosmetology (Diploma)

There were 825,000 cosmetology-related jobs in 2006, according to U.S. government figures. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 14 percent increase in job growth overall for cosmetologists, barbers, manicurists and all types of personal appearance professionals. But drill into the number a little deeper, and the 2008-2009 Career Outlook from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that estheticians in particular will enjoy 34 percent job growth in the next decade. Manicurists and pedicurists will also see strong employment gains—an average of 24 percent until 2016.

These strong job markets are fueled by an increase in the U.S. in interest in skin care and medical spa procedures as well as by a general growth in the population. Salaries vary considerably, depending on experience, location and area of expertise.

Start Your Cosmetology Career Today

If you’re ready to begin your journey to a career is cosmetology, start today at Remington College. Each state has particular licensing requirements for personal appearance workers and we can help you prepare for a future in this diverse and growing career field.