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Are you obsessed with skincare?
Photo by Melissa DuPont on UnsplashIf you find yourself constantly researching ways to keep your skin healthy then you need to look into a career as an aesthetician. You can continue your passion in healthy skin and be paid to do it!
Also, this is a growing market, expected to grow by 11% between 2018 and 2028.
What Does An Aesthetician Do?
Many aestheticians work within a spa or salon. The services they provide are:
Facials
Acne extraction
Body hair waxing
Microdermabrasion
Body scrubs and wraps
Some even offer make-up
How To Become An Aesthetician
You do not need a college degree to become an aesthetician, but you will need training and certifications.
A high school degree or GED
A degree from a cosmetology program (takes about 9 months)
260-700 hours of training
Pass your state's certification exam to require a license
Renew your license by following proper state protocol
With additional education, training hours, and exams you may acquire a higher license that allows you to perform more advanced and specialized treatments.
Quiz
Alexis just obtained her GED and is ready to start her career as an aesthetician. What should she do next?
You do not need a college degree, but you do need to enroll in a certified cosmetology school. After you complete the program, you can take your state's certification exam.
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You Are A Future Aesthetician If You:
Pay attention to detail to help clients reach "perfection".
Manage time to create your own schedule.
Offer excellent customer service through communication.
Know your skin care products and can educate your clients.
Quiz
Trey just accepted a position as an aesthetician at a local salon. What should he do to get started?
Trey will need to set up a quick, easy way to communicate with clients either through email or social media. He will also need to understand the products that the salon uses in order to educate his clients. Lastly, he will need to have a very detailed schedule in order to allow enough time for each client.
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You should pursue becoming an aesthetician if:
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Sierra Matheson
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