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CAREER AS A BEAUTICIANS
CAREER AS A BEAUTICIANS
INTRODUCTION
In the past 20 years the work of a beautician has acquired much popularity turning it into a multi crore industry. Many beauticians are mid life entrants and it is only now that girls just out of school consider this career an easy and viable option. The growth of beauty culture is quite evidently the result of a demand for professionals who could help usher in the concept of a 'manicured look' among beauty conscious people in society and work places.
Beauty culture includes specialized areas of work such as hair and skin treatments, make up of TV/Film performers, hair cutting and styling, cosmetology etc.
NATURE OF WORK
Beauticians' work in most of the areas described below though some only work as specialists. Beauty therapy: involves giving treatment for the face, hair, skin, and the body. From threadingto facials, massages, skin treatments manicuring and pedicuring" all are included in Beauty therapy. Giving advice on skin care, make up, hair style is essential for a beauty therapist. Beauticians specialize in giving make up for marriages, for TV and Film performers and special occasions. They do manicure and pedicure treatments.
The world of beauty has been greatly influenced by advances in science. In addition to techniques like electrolysis, there are newer developments like permanent make-up, which are used to give a permanent lip-line or eye-line. Aroma therapy which is basically the use of fragrances and essences for beauty treatment is gaining ground. Such specialised services are offered only at a few select centres. Cosmetology is the study of everything related to beauty from daily care to specialised techniques that enhance the appearance.
Beauty advisors
The marketing of cosmetics requires beauticians who can help customers identify the skin/ hair type and give advice on how to treat minor ailments. They give advice on the use of cosmetics, general health/fitness advice, treatment and training is given in yoga/aerobics/health clubs by specialists in fitness and exercise.
Hair stylist/dresser
They specialize in hair care, cutting, styling and setting.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Beauty therapists and beauticians work in the high street beauty salons, or combined hairdressing and beauty salons. They also work in salons located in health resorts, sports clubs, leisure centres, department stores, cruise ships and hotels. Some self-employed beauty therapists work in their own homes and/or visit clients at home.
The workplace itself is either an open room with small cubicles for private treatments or in small establishments of simply a single room or cubicle Conditions may be rather cramped and hot, particularly in combined beauty and hairdressing salons. For majority of the working day, beauty therapists and beauticians are alone with clients.
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Liking for people, good health, stamina, good humour, helpful nature, friendliness, confident manner, tact, persuasive attitude, courtesy, imagination, systematic approach, cool, dry hands, an attractive well-groomed appearance, some artistic ability, dexterity and an unruffled manner help.
A friendly disposition, meticulous work habits, patience, business acumen physical fitness and good health are assets for becoming a beautician. It is essential for beauty therapists and beauticians to like meeting and working with people. They have to be tactful, sympathetic and should be able to put people at ease. The work usually involves chatting to clients whilst treatment is taking place hence beauty therapists and beauticians need to be able to chat in a natural, friendly way and, perhaps more importantly, to listen sympathetically. Occassionally clients may be awkward and difficult: patience is important in these situations.
Beauty therapists and beauticians must be well groomed, and need to pay meticulous attention to all details of their personal appearance. They should be in good health; this is particularly important for beauty therapists, whose work involves physical manipulation of the body, which can be strenous and tiring. Stamina is also important, as the work usually involves long periods of standing. Beauty therapists need strong and supple hands. Beauty work is not suitable for people with cosmetic allergies.
An interest in science, and some understanding of scientific subjects -particularly human biology - are necessary. Aesthetic sense, manual dexterity and considerable skill is required.
EMPLOYMENT AVENUES
The beauty business is growing in volume at a fast pace. While many beauty specialists start off with a big establishment before branching out, many prefer to start off on their own and build their own clientele. Entrepreneurs would need to put in an initial investment to set up the basic infrastructure and facilities, purchase a few essential electrical instruments and get the formalities sorted out. Since the courses of training for beauticians include salon organization this should not be difficult at all.
Knowledge of equipment and techniques has to be updated on an ongoing basis. Formulation of specialized beauty products, treatment packages, their manufacture and marketing have become important extensions of the beautician's profession in which some have been noticeably successful.
The profession is open to men and women alike. Although small, the segment of grooming specialists for men is growing very fast.
Good grooming being an essential aspect of an attractive personality, beauty/grooming specialists today constitute a much sought after breed of professionals. Beauticians command very high fees for their specialized professional services and continue to be fully booked up. Smaller towns are today proud of their own beauty salons as well.
Options for work are with beauty parlours in self-employment in beauty clinics of hotels, resorts, TV, Film industry, in fitness clinics, with cosmetic firms as sales consultant. Fashion and advertising offer scope to the beautician and the hair stylist. For starters, a make-up artist can command around Rs 1,500-2,500 for a day's work on an advertising campaign. For a modelling assignment, emoluments would be higher at around Rs 3,500. Top-of-the-line professionals command higher rate.
Earnings
Beauticians and make-up artists with beauty parlours - Rs. 3,000 to Rs 10.000 a month,
For models /filmstar makeup the payment is by the day/hour For TV Films modest Rs. 1500 - 2,500 for a day's work to Rs 7,500 and much more
ENTRY/TRAINING
A Beauticians job requires skill training rather than high academic inputs. The training can begin after Class X or XII and the courses are generally of short duration.
COURSES/INSTITUTIONS
Polytechnics conduct diploma courses in beauty culture and hair dressing for students who have completed plus two or equivalent examinations successfully. These courses vary in duration from six months to two months. The longer duration courses are more comprehensive.
Established beauticians of national and international repute also conduct training programmes which are well recognized in the profession.
Fluency in English is a basic requirement for all these programmes. To succeed, a beautician should be able to speak well. Knowledge of the local language is also helpful. A foreign language is a great help in the bigger establishments attached to luxury hotels. Knowledge of elementary science is an asset.
The courses are divided between theory (anatomy, physiology, hygiene, some chemistry, nature of hair, hair dressing, salon organization, electrical treatment) and the practical work of giving facials, make-up, different types of massage, tinting and bleaching of hair, etc. The best professional training in this field is available in the metropolitan and major cities in the country. After initial training many interested individuals go abroad for further training.
Some Govt./Private Organization giving traning for Beutician Course
Delhi
Shahnaz Husain's Woman's World, International Institute of Beauty
(affiliated to ITEC (UK) M. 106, Greater Kailash-I, New Delhi-110048 Offers 200 hours diploma, 100 hours PG Diploma and personal grooming (refresher/crash courses).
Men's World International Institute of Cosmetic Therapy and Hair Design for Men, B.23, Greater Kailash-I, New Delhi-110048.
Habib’s Hair Academy, M-3, South Extension II, New Delhi-110049.
Courses in Make up and Hairstyle
Maharani Bagh Polytechnic for Women, New Delhi-110065.
Course in Beauty Therapy
South Delhi Polytechnic for Women, South Extension-I, New Delhi-110049
Course in Beauty therapy and hairdressing
Delhi Institute of Management & Services, A-3, Akashdeep, New Delhi.
Courses in Beauty therapy and saloon management
ITI for Women, Curzon Road, New Delhi
Women's Polytechnic, Kashmiri Gate, Delhi
Women's Technical Training Institute, YWCA, Asoka Road, New Delhi
Chandigarh
International Polytechnic for Women, 1860, Sector 34-D, Chandigarh
Mumbai
Akbar Peerbhoy Girl's Polytechnic, Fort, Mumbai - 400001.
Smiles, A-160, Azad Nagar, Vera Desai Road, Andheri West, Mumbai
Course in Make up professional training/Hairdressing
Shehnaz Herbal Women's World International, Sea Bird Building, Bandra, Mumbai 400005
Schnell Hans Beauty School, 111, Mistry Chambers, Colaba, Mumbai 400005
Chennai
Government Polytechnic for Women, Adyar, Chennai
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Ladder of Success
Four Year Plan
As a student at , you can begin to plan for your future. The following four-year plan is a quick glance at how you can prepare for a satisfying career from very begining.
4-year plan
Freshman Year
- Visit the Career Services Center Library to research career fields.
- Consult a Career Advisor at Career Services.
- Assess your strengths and career interests through interest inventories.
- Make a tentative selection of a major field of study.
- Identify and join campus or community organizations related to your career goals.
- Get to know faculty, administrators, and counselors.
- Obtain a summer job or internship related to your field of interest.
- Consult with your academic advisor for the best advice on course selections.
- Attend class and maintain good study habits. It pays off in the workplace.
Junior Year
- Register with Career Services in the Parallel or Alternating Co-op Program if you have not already done so.
- Obtain a career-related internship or co-op position related to your major. These help develop skills and confidence.
- Participate in Career Expositions and Conferences.
- Accept leadership roles in student, professional, or trade associations.
- Continue developing associations with administrators, faculty, and career advisors.
- Explore graduate or professional schools.
- Develop a personal network of contacts in your field.
Sophomore Year
- Make a firm decision about your major.
- Research specialized areas ofemployment in your chosen field.
- Research key corporations, businesses, and organizations through informational interviews and references in the Career Services Library.
- Participate in Career Expos andConferences.
- Continue developing associations with faculty, administrators, and career counselors.
- Continue participation in campus and community organizations.
- Maintain regular contact with youracademic advisor.
- Register with Career Services in the Parallel or Alternating Co-op Program.
Senior Year
- Register with Career Services in the Career Employment Assistance Program.
- Enroll in CP 450, The Job CampaignPlan your job search campaign or graduate school selection process.
- Target and research corporations, businesses, and organizations using materials in the Career Library.
- Participate in on-campus interviewing and the resume referral process.
- Interview with prospective employers identified through personal networking, professional journals, and job listings.
- Select and contact faculty, administrators, and past employers to use as references.
- Participate in Career Expositions.
How to discover Strength and Interest for Career choice
Discovering Your Strengths and Interests
Identifying your skills, interests, personality type and work values will help you to find a more satisfying and rewarding career. You will also find this information helpful when you are in the process of choosing a major. There are both paper-based and on-line assessment services to assist you in identifying your strengths and interests. It is important to meet with a Career Advisor to select the appropriate assessment tool. Ask A Career Advisor will also help you understand the results of the assessment tool and explore career options.
Career Assessment Tools
Paper-Based
Self-Directed Search - A self-administered and self-scored career counseling tool to help you explore your occupational activities and competencies in relation to occupational clusters based on the theory of psychologist, John Holland.
Strong Interest Inventory - A questionnaire that will help you determine your level of interest in a wide variety of occupations, occupational activities, hobbies, leisure activities, school subjects and types of people.
Myers Briggs Type Indicator - A questionnaire based on Carl Jung's theory of psychological type that will help you explore your strengths and motivations. This information will help you determine your work habits, relationships with others and the type of work environment you like most.
Skills Identification - A skills card sort designed to help you identify and categorize your skills.
Values Clarification - A questionnaire designed to help you identify your work related values and how they influence career choices.
On-Line
Career Development Manual - A career interest game designed to help you match your interests and skills with similar careers.
The Career Key - Measure your personality to find occupations that match and information on those occupations.
The Kiersey Temperament Sorter II - Helps you to discover your personality and preferences for work careers.
Work Related Values Assessment - A checklist that helps you identify your values that will lead to work satisfaction.
What Do I really Want to Be? -Career coaching articles to help you design, choose, or change your career (from Pathfinders).
The Mapp Assessment - Reveals your motivations for work.
Identifying your skills, interests, personality type and work values will help you to find a more satisfying and rewarding career. You will also find this information helpful when you are in the process of choosing a major. There are both paper-based and on-line assessment services to assist you in identifying your strengths and interests. It is important to meet with a Career Advisor to select the appropriate assessment tool. Ask A Career Advisor will also help you understand the results of the assessment tool and explore career options.
Career Assessment Tools
Paper-Based
Self-Directed Search - A self-administered and self-scored career counseling tool to help you explore your occupational activities and competencies in relation to occupational clusters based on the theory of psychologist, John Holland.
Strong Interest Inventory - A questionnaire that will help you determine your level of interest in a wide variety of occupations, occupational activities, hobbies, leisure activities, school subjects and types of people.
Myers Briggs Type Indicator - A questionnaire based on Carl Jung's theory of psychological type that will help you explore your strengths and motivations. This information will help you determine your work habits, relationships with others and the type of work environment you like most.
Skills Identification - A skills card sort designed to help you identify and categorize your skills.
Values Clarification - A questionnaire designed to help you identify your work related values and how they influence career choices.
On-Line
Career Development Manual - A career interest game designed to help you match your interests and skills with similar careers.
The Career Key - Measure your personality to find occupations that match and information on those occupations.
The Kiersey Temperament Sorter II - Helps you to discover your personality and preferences for work careers.
Work Related Values Assessment - A checklist that helps you identify your values that will lead to work satisfaction.
What Do I really Want to Be? -Career coaching articles to help you design, choose, or change your career (from Pathfinders).
The Mapp Assessment - Reveals your motivations for work.
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
choosing a career
Choosing career a vital decision for a students and his parents. Due to lack of knowledge on certain specific career , most of students choose the career blindly and hypothetical presumption. Here through this blog www.guide2success.blogspot.com, a stringent effort has been made to avail the various career options and their analysis to make decision easy and confident. We are including career option on gradual process.
Career and educational advise are required for to all students. As early as their freshman year, students should consult with a Career Advisor to begin formulating educational and career plans. Career Advisors can assist students at any point in their educational development to strengthen their college profiles, enhance their employability skills, understand opportunities available through Career Services, and discuss any career-related concerns.
Consult with a Career Advisor to:
Career and educational advise are required for to all students. As early as their freshman year, students should consult with a Career Advisor to begin formulating educational and career plans. Career Advisors can assist students at any point in their educational development to strengthen their college profiles, enhance their employability skills, understand opportunities available through Career Services, and discuss any career-related concerns.
Consult with a Career Advisor to:
- Identify your interests and strengths
- Understand how your interests match educational majors
- Select and evaluate educational majors
- Explore career opportunities related to your educational major
- Evaluate career choices based on national trends and forecasts
- Begin developing skills that set you apart
- Become aware of cooperative education and internship experiences
- Strategically plan your major, electives, and activities to support your career goals
- Strengthen your ability to launch a successful job campaign
- Explore and prepare for graduate and professional school opportunities
- Strategically develop resumes & cover letters for your career choice
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