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SOFT SKILLS

  • Creativity

A cosmetologist turns the human body into art -- through hair and makeup design. Being naturally creative is important, because cosmetologists must envision hairstyles on their clients or be able to mimic a style provided to them.

  • Customer Service

Cosmetologists should be friendly and easy to talk to. They spend a good amount of time with their clients, so people skills and communication skills are also important. Cosmetologists must listen to the needs of their clients and deliver on their clients' requests.

  • Technical Skills

A cosmetologist typically enrolls in a state-licensed cosmetology school. These programs are available through community colleges, vocational training programs and some high school programs. Education in technical skills can include hair cutting, styling, coloring and fashion.

  • Stamina

Standing consumes the majority of a cosmetologist's shift. A cosmetologist needs the physical capability to stand for long periods. In addition, cosmetologists will encounter repetitive motions -- such as blow-drying hair, brushing or holding arms in a fixed position while styling -- so they’ll need the physical capability to do so while maintaining a steady hand.

  • Dexterity

Manual and finger dexterity skills help cosmetologists make calculated, coordinated moves while styling and cutting a client’s hair. Cosmetologists must be able to grasp, manipulate and assemble items and handle small objects.

SKILLS

HUPC02.02.01 - Evaluate customer feedback to determine how it may be best used to enhance or evolve future services.

HUPC02.02.02 - Use customer feedback to enhance products and services.

HUPC02.03.01 - Select appropriate resources to use with the client/family based upon industry-specific resources and client/family preferences.

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