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The cosmetology field is varied across a wide range of occupations, most commonly: hairstylists, hairdressers and nail technicians. Because there are so many jobs in the cosmetology field it is also considered one of the fastest growing industries.

Licensing requirements for cosmetologists varies from state to state but cosmetologists are usually required to attend a state-licensed cosmetology school or barber school before obtaining their license. In some states there is an age requirement as well as the requirement of a high school diploma or the equivalency. All personal appearance workers must be licensed; this includes hairstylists, cosmetologists and hair dressers. The only exception to this rule is shampooers who are not required to be licensed. Upon completing a cosmetology program, most states completion of a state-administered licensing exam. The exams vary for different professions and manicurists, pedicurists or skin care specialists will usually be required to take different exams.

Cosmetology and barber training programs vary in length but most can be completed in only a few months and can, at times, result in earning an associate’s degree. Manicurist or nail tech programs usually don’t last as long as long as other programs in cosmetology.

Cosmetologists can earn a substantial and considerable income as their skill and client base grows. Earnings will increase over time and they may change careers slightly into managing, consulting or even teaching. According to the United States Department of Labor and NACCAS, cosmetologist professionals can average up to a $50,000 annual salary with tips. A 2003 NACCAS Job Demand Survey discovered that salon professionals have dramatically increased their earnings with zero unemployment rates because of a severe shortage of licensed cosmetologists. The primary factors that determine what a cosmetologist will make is the salon they work in. Take into account the size, location, hours worked and tipping habits of clients and the ability for a cosmetologist to keep and maintain regular clients.

There are many career choices for licensed cosmetologists. Some of the beauty jobs include: cosmetologist, hairstylist, hairdresser, haircolor specialist, perm specialist, nail care artist, manicurist, esthetician, salon owner, school teacher/instructor, sales representative, consultant, makeup artist, director, stylist, beauty magazine writer/editor, cosmetology school owner, marketing, salon franchisee, beatuycare distributor, PR specialist, beauty product designer or trade show director.

The United States Department of Labor projects U.S. employment rates for cosmetologists, hairdressers, hairstylists, shampooers and skin care specialists to grow between 10 and 20 percent during 2010. Manicurists and pedicurists employment rates are expected to increase even more, growing between 21 and 35 percent during 2010.

Some of the common duties performed by a licensed cosmetologist include: cuts, trims, hair dying or bleaching, hair styling, application of cosmetics, eyebrow teasing, eyebrow waxing, manicures, pedicures and other similar duties.

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