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Have you always dreamed of making a career out of your passion for beauty? Do you love being creative and meeting new people? Then a career in cosmetology might be perfect for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A cosmetologist<\/a> is a beauty professional that provides personal care services for people\u2019s hair, skin, or nails. And cosmetology is an expansive and dynamic field, an essential piece of the growing beauty industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

San Jos\u00e9 City College\u2019s Cosmetology Program<\/a> has been consistently rated<\/a> as one of the best cosmetology schools<\/a> in California. Here\u2019s everything you need to know about the benefits of a career in cosmetology and how SJCC will help you achieve your goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe SJCC cosmetology program gave me the skills I needed to be a professional cosmetologist, and the confidence I needed to go anywhere and become whatever I chose in this field.\u201d<\/p>SJCC cosmetology graduate, Emily Baker<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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Booming Beauty & Personal Care Industry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It will probably come as no surprise that the beauty business is thriving worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Common Thread Collective<\/a>, an already booming beauty and personal care industry is projected to grow from $438B to $784B globally. (Yes, that B means billion.) And North America alone accounts for 25% of this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Of course, not all of these billions are directly tied to cosmetology, but the link is strong. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 2018, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that \u201ccareers in personal appearance,\u201d like hairstylists, skincare specialists, and manicurists\/pedicurists had a particularly strong job outlook<\/a>. The BLS suspected that this growth is due to the fact that what we once considered a luxury (say a pedicure or a facial) is now viewed as part of overall wellness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While some of the cosmetology professions have been hit by the pandemic (barbers and hairstylists specifically), most are still projected to grow rapidly in the next decade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5 Reasons to Become a Cosmetologist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Now for the perks. If you\u2019re passionate about beauty and personal care then you\u2019re in luck, because there are tons of benefits to choosing a career in cosmetology. Check out our top five.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You Can Embrace Your Creativity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is a big one, especially if your love for pretty things is real. Everyone expresses themselves differently, but it\u2019s human nature to want to express ourselves through our appearance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether it be through exploring new hairstyles, nail colors, or makeup combinations \u2014 as a cosmetologist, you can embrace your creativity and help others show their originality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy Freedom & Flexibility<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A huge plus for cosmetologists is that you can design your work schedule to be compatible with your lifestyle.

You can work part-time, full-time, weekends, only mornings or only evenings. Whatever you want! If you decide to open a salon, you can even be your own boss. And of course, you can adjust these choices at any time. When you make the call, nothing is set in stone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Connect with Diverse Clients<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As a cosmetologist, you\u2019re sure to meet lots of different people. Because almost everyone has hair and everyone definitely has skin and nails. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you like socializing and chatting with your clients, you\u2019ll get a lot of fulfillment out of the diverse connections you\u2019ll make on a daily basis. While you\u2019re likely to meet new people all the time, many of these connections can also turn into meaningful friendships that last for years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll Never Get Bored with the Dynamic Beauty Industry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are a few major factors that make cosmetology a very dynamic space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, you\u2019re almost never in an office. Chances are, you\u2019ll be working in an environment where you do many different tasks in a day, and no day will be the same. You also have the opportunity to become a specialist in something if you prefer more routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Second, and perhaps more importantly, is the fact that the beauty industry is always changing. You\u2019ll get to have fun exploring new trends in hairstyles and colors, skincare, and even nail fashion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll Have Job Stability with Beauty & Personal Care<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Despite some losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic, cosmetology careers are still thriving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As personal appearance<\/a> and wellness become more closely linked, especially in the realm of skincare, beauty careers are on the rise. The BLS reported that jobs for skincare specialists<\/a> and manicurists\/pedicurists<\/a> will grow by 17% and 19% in the next 10 years. These rates of growth are four to five times faster than the average for all other jobs. Because beauty is timeless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSuccess comes with patience and persistence, just like doing your hair every morning.\u201d<\/p>SJCC cosmetology graduate, Matthew Rose<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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