Objective Explore career opportunities and economic trends in the personal care industry, including developing a personal career plan and understanding the importance of entrepreneurship skills.

Human Service Cluster •Barbers •Hairdressers, Hairstylists and Cosmetologists •Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance •Manicurists and Pedicurists •Massage Therapists •Shampooers •Skincare Specialists Other •Haircolor specialist •Texture specialist •Cutting specialist •Salon trainer •Distributor sales consultant •Manufacturer educator •Cosmetology instructor •Film or theatrical hairstylist and editorial stylist

Career Comparison

Cosmetology vs. Barber Similarities: Education: H.S Diploma or G.E.D Postsecondary training program (cosmetology school) Cosmetology State License Barber State License Customer Service Skills Chemistry Differences: Barbers are typically the only ones authorized to use a razor to remove facial hair Barbers provide services primarily to male customers, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Cosmetologists offer nail care and makeup services, typically have more female customers. Cosmetologists are normally the only ones who can use wax to remove hair. Both barbers and cosmetologists provide personal care services, such as cutting and styling hair. Both occupations are regulated by the individual state, so exact duties and licensing requirements vary. Each state decides what services barbers and cosmetologists may offer, and neither can offer all of the services the other can provide. However, although there are differences between the two occupations, there are also similarities.

Cosmetology vs. Esthetician Similarity: Both can work out of salons and spas, start their own practice, or even work on cruise ships or in hotels.  A cosmetologist who also becomes an esthetician may be more in demand and experience more business.  Difference: Microdermabrasion Permanent make-up Chemical resurfacing Electrolysis Massage and reflexology Cosmetology is an area of study and a career that focuses on hair, skin, and nails. Cosmetologists can do both hair and nails, or focus their careers in one area. In comparison, esthetics focuses on skin care only.  An esthetician is not qualified to perform pedicures, cut hair, or work with hair chemicals.  With additional training and education a cosmetologist can also be an esthetician.

Employment Trends Cosmetology is one of the fastest growing Personal Care service in the industry

Essential Questions Based on Bureau of Labor cosmetologist median pay is less than a barber, why do you think that is? Come up with one idea that can help change cosmetologist entry pay

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