| Edition |
Second edition. |
| Description |
x, 189 pages ; 26 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 180-188). |
| Contents |
Introduction : Why enter the beauty services profession? -- ch. 1. The hottest careers for beauty professionals -- Definition of cosmetologist -- Is cosmetology for you? -- Industry facts -- Hot jobs and careers -- Educational trends -- ch. 2. All about cosmetology education programs -- Applying to and getting into beauty school -- Maximizing your school experience -- State boards -- ch. 3. Financial aid for the training your need -- Some myths about financial aid -- Getting started -- Financial aid 101-- Applying for financial aid -- The most frequently asked questions about financial aid -- Financial aid terms - clearly defined -- Financial aid resources -- ch. 4. How to land your first job -- Developing your plan -- Where the entry-level jobs are -- Researching employers -- Finding your job -- Expanding your contact list -- Maintaining your contact list -- Organizing your contact list -- Your state cosmetology association -- ch.5. Resumes, cover letters, and interviews -- Resume and cover letter basics -- The resume -- The cover letter -- Gathering information -- The interview -- At the interview -- About your portfolio -- ch. 6. How to succeed on the job -- Starting out -- Managing work relationship : basic rules -- Surviving your first weeks at a new job -- Improving your chances for success -- Making the most of trade shows -- Other career options -- Beyond the salon -- Continuing to grow -- appendix A. Professional associations and state cosmetology boards -- Professional associations -- State boards of cosmetology -- appendix B. Additional resources -- Finding the right college and paying for it -- Career and job hunting guidance -- Popular Internet search engines -- Cosmetology resources -- appendix C. Sample Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). |
| Subject |
Beauty culture -- Vocational guidance -- United States.
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| Added Author |
Devine, Felice Primeau.
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| ISBN |
1576853977 paperback |
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9781576853979 paperback |
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