Beauty
therapy as a career
Beauty therapy is both a challenging and fascinating
career. Two major elements influencing the success of graduates
in this expanding industry
 their
natural personality which should be sympathetic and caring;
the
foundation of a thorough and professional training in all
aspects of the beauty and
health industry.
The beauty therapy industry is high tech, scientific and commercial,
yet it is also a human and caring profession. It can frequently
be very demanding, but it is always rewarding.
Graduates of the Yorkshire College of
Beauty Therapy are constantly in demand for top posts in all areas
of the profession around the world.
Self-Employment
An option many Graduates take up after a period
of commercial experience, by either setting up their own salons
or by running a flexible home visiting practice. Creativity and
organisational skills are important.
Health Resorts and Health
Clubs
The ability to work as part of a team is essential
with this type of position. There may be more emphasis on body
related treatments and as many positions tend to be residential,
it is important to have tolerance, patience and adaptability.
Make-up artist
A highly specialised and competitive field. Additional
make-up training would be advisable, although not essential. This
sector of the industry can be very exciting and lead to travel.
Beauty Salon
All aspects of your training will be utilised
in this sector, with possibly more emphasis on facial and electrolysis
treatments carried out on a regular clientele.
Luxury Hotel
In today's stressful environment, more emphasis
is being placed on relaxation and leisure. Many prestigious and
newly built hotels now offer health and beauty facilities. Often
you will be dealing with an international, sophisticated clientele
who will be well aware of the latest treatments available worldwide.
They demand the highest of standards as taught at The Yorkshire
College of Beauty.
Cruise Liners
Described by some as a ‘working holiday
- albeit very hard work! It can prove to be a good way to see
the world and the off duty atmosphere is quite often relaxed and
informal. Mental and physical stamina, as well as the ability
to work as a close team with a sense of humour are of paramount
importance. Generally experience and a minimum age of 21 are required,
though a Yorkshire College of Beauty Graduate was accepted straight
from the College, aged on 18!
In-flight Therapists
A relatively new concept that is proving extremely
popular. At present only positions with Virgin Atlantic on long
haul flights are available, but other major airlines are expected
to follow Virgin's lead. Upper class passengers receive complementary
manicures and a combination of Swedish, Pressure point and Shiatsu
Massage to effectively relieve tension and jet lag. The ability
to work in the confined space available on-board is important
as is the personality to enable the therapist to communicate with
the wide variety of passengers on-board. Recruitment age is 20-28
and applicants must have salon experience.
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