THE BEAUTY INDUSTRY'S MANY FACES

Did you know that...
Appearance Enhancement is one of the fastest growing industries in the US today, New York state employing over 140,000 licensed Cosmetologists, Estheticians, Natural Hair Stylists, Nail Specialists and Waxers. This list does not include over 8,000 Barbers operating in New York state today.

As the gender walls are down in our modern society, beauty is no longer the exclusive preserve of women. Men too have realized the need to look after themselves in this stressful world and contrary to popular belief, are in fact concerned with their appearance. Although this trend is relatively new in the US, experts predict Appearance Enhancement services and products for men will be the next big thing.

Careers in the Beauty Industry are Waiting for you

It's a job seeker's market! This growing domestic $56 billion industry needs more salon professionals than can be supplied. You can enjoy a rewarding career with increased earning potential and the ability to work flexible hours. We help every student with job placement.

Personal appearance workers held about 790,000 jobs in 2000. Nine out of 10 jobs were for barbers, hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists. Of the remaining jobs, manicurists and pedicurists held about 40,000; skin care specialists about 21,000; and shampooers about 20,000.

Most of these workers are employed in beauty salons or barber shops, but they are also found in department stores, nursing and other residential care homes, and drug and cosmetics stores. Nearly every town has a barbershop or beauty salon.

Approximately half of barbers, cosmetologists, and other personal appearance workers are self-employed. Many own their own salons, but a growing number lease booth space or a chair from the salon's owner.

Career opportunities include:

  • Cosmetology School Director of Education
  • Beauty Care Product Distributor
  • Cosmetology School Instructor
  • Beauty Magazine Writer/Editor
  • Platform Artist/Educator
  • Salon or Day Spa Owner
  • Photo & Movie Stylist
  • Nail Artist/Manicurist
  • Manufacturer's Sales
  • State Board Member
  • Hair Color Specialist
  • Medical Esthetician
  • Salon/Spa Manager
  • Image Consultant
  • Makeup Artist
  • Hair Stylist
  • Esthetician
  • AND MUCH MORE!

"I have always dreamed of a job where I can earn a great living without taking time from my family."

"I finished my Cosmetologist training at ABI in less then 6 months and took the exam in my own language - Spanish. I now work at an exclusive spa and earn over $50 per year."

"I work as a fashion stylist. Not only is my work exciting and I meet new interesting people every day, last year I made over $80,000!" Kick start your own exciting and profitable career by calling ABI at 212-290-2289