What are the skills needed for cosmetology?

Answer 1

Whatever state you live in you will have to attend a credited Cosmetology school and attend, pass and get a certificate. What personal skills you need are personality, ability to work closely with people, an eye for color and be able to apply makeup to fit a persons face and the time of day. This is almost like an extension of an artist, your canvas is a real live person. You have to know how to cut hair, dye hair, do makeup, everything dealing with nails, facials, and got to have patience when people don't like the cut. You have to be able to stay on your feet on day too. Cosmotology is a fun job you just need to have skills.

Answer 2

First and foremost you need to really like people a lot and learn people skills such as listening understanding and caring about people or you will not enjoy what you're doing because as you know all of us as human beings can be a pain in the ommpah sometimes. As for the technical part of being a cosmetologist, In the USA, you must attend a beauty college or take cosmetology in high school, depending on what state you live in, there are a minimum amount of hours you must complete before you can go to the cosmetology state board and take the final exam to obtain your operators license in your state so that you may work in a salon. Some of the skills you need to know that may not be so obvious include health sanitation sterilization of all equipment and tools diseases Skin Care massage manicures. Some of the obvious skills are hair cutting techniques hair lightening hair coloring hair relaxing hair perming. It doesn't hurt to have a creative mind because beauticians or cosmetologists are creative artists not just hair dressers.

Answer 3

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A cosmetologist is a beauty specialist who is educated in treating the hair, skin, and nails. A cosmetologist may care for a client, but may also consult with clients and offer suggestions regarding flattering hairstyles, skincare options, and the best colors and proper application of cosmetics. The specialist with advanced skills may also offer therapeutic treatments and massages, and advise a client in hygienic practices as well as hair, skin or nail care between visits to the salon. Generally though cosmetologists will focus on the completehair care of their clients

The cost for cosmetology training from an accredited institution ranges from $7000 to $10000 depending on the location and type of institution. There are various loans and grants out the to assist you with the fees for the cosmetology program. To obtain your license it takes anywhere from 9 months to 24 months depending on if you go fulltime or part-time. As with any type training you will have textbooks to study as well as practical exams to take to test your understanding of the concepts being taught. You will also have the ability to practice what you are learning on mannequins as well as your classmates.

State laws vary, but in most cases a cosmetologist must be sixteen years of age or older, must have graduated from a state approved cosmetology school or completed an apprenticeship, and must be licensed. To become licensed, one must prove his or her skills and must receive a passing grade on a written test. In certain states, a high school diploma, or its equivalency, is also required.

The cosmetologist may have few or many duties. He or she may specialize in a particular area or may be involved in overall customer care. A cosmetologist may cut hair, style hair or add hairpieces and weaves. He or she may also color, bleach, frost or condition hair, or add a tinted rinse to tone down bad color received at another shop or through inappropriate application of home color treatments.

The average salary for a licensed cosmetologist is $60,000 depending on the type of salon they work in, and if they are salaried or commissioned employees. Some salons also offer what is called booth rental. With booth rental you pay the salon owner a set amount of money per week to "rent" your space and the rest of your proceeds go to you. The down fall to this is when you are just starting out even if you don't have a lot of customers yet; you are still required to pay your booth rent that week.

The good news is the field of cosmetology is constantly growing. Even though there is a recession people will always want to look good. Someone will always need a haircut, or the grey covered in their hair. So if you're looking for a recession proof career cosmetology is definitely a way to go.

Answer 4

you need to go to school. you need to know how to talk to people and understand what they want and they dont want done to their hair skin or nails. you need to keep track of all clients and build up clientele to succeed.

you need to be professional and leave religion, politics, and sex out of any conversation.

Answer 5

You need to study the cosmetology to work as a skill person to beautifying the faces,hairs and bodies of a person. You have to know the skills of using cosmetic to beautifying the ugly faces and good looking.

Answer 6

The following is written by and according to the U.S. Department of Labor and particular to the education and training required for Barbers, Cosmetologists, and Other Personal Appearance Workers.

All States require barbers, cosmetologists, and other personal appearance workers to be licensed, with the exceptions of shampooers and makeup artists. To qualify for a license, most job seekers are required to graduate from a State-licensed barber or cosmetology school.

Education and training. A high school diploma or GED is required for some personal appearance workers in some States. In addition, most States require that barbers and cosmetologists complete a program in a State-licensed barber or cosmetology school. Programs in hairstyling, skin care, and other personal appearance services can be found in both high schools and in public or private postsecondary vocational schools.

Full-time programs in barbering and cosmetology usually last 9 months and may lead to an associate degree, but training for manicurists and pedicurists and skin care specialists requires significantly less time. Makeup artists can attend schools that specialize in this subject, but it is not required. Shampooers generally do not need formal training. Most professionals take advanced courses in hairstyling or other personal appearance services to keep up with the latest trends. They also may take courses in sales and marketing.

During their first weeks on the job, new workers may be given relatively simple tasks. Once they have demonstrated their skills, they are gradually permitted to perform more complicated procedures, such as coloring hair. As they continue to work in the field, more training usually is required to help workers learn the techniques particular to each salon and to build on the basics learned in cosmetology school. Personal appearance workers attend training at salons, cosmetology schools, or industry trade shows throughout their careers.

Licensure. All States require barbers, cosmetologists, and other personal appearance workers to be licensed, with the exceptions of shampooers and makeup artists. Qualifications for a license vary by State, but generally a person must have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 16 years old, and have graduated from a State-licensed barber or cosmetology school. After graduating from a State approved training program, students take a State licensing examination. The exam consists of a written test and, in some cases, a practical test of styling skills or an oral examination. In many States, cosmetology training may be credited toward a barbering license, and vice versa, and a few States combine the two licenses. Most States require separate licensing examinations for manicurists, pedicurists, and skin care specialists.

Some States have reciprocity agreements that allow licensed barbers and cosmetologists to obtain a license in a different State without additional formal training, but such agreements are uncommon. Consequently, persons who wish to work in a particular State should review the laws of that State before entering a training program.

Other qualifications. Successful personal appearance workers should have an understanding of fashion, art, and technical design. They also must keep a neat personal appearance and a clean work area. Interpersonal skills, image, and attitude play an important role in career success. As client retention and retail sales become an increasingly important part of salons' revenue, the ability to be an effective salesperson becomes ever more vital for salon workers. Some cosmetology schools consider "people skills" to be such an integral part of the job that they require coursework in that area. Business skills are important for those who plan to operate their own salons.

Advancement. Advancement usually takes the form of higher earnings as barbers and cosmetologists gain experience and build a steady clientele. Some barbers and cosmetologists manage salons, lease booth space in salons, or open their own salons after several years of experience. Others teach in barber or cosmetology schools or provide training through vocational schools. Still others advance to become sales representatives, image or fashion consultants, or examiners for State licensing boards.

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Answer 7

love what you do!

consisiting of:

doing hair, nails, && make-up.

and be able to spell cosmetologist

Answer 8

Some transferable skills required for being a cosmetologist are?

Answer 9

cosmo- means space, so you'll have to be good in astronomy. earth science in general helps but astronomy would be a big key in cosmetology