Is being a hairdresser a good fit for you?
Cuts, colours and styles hair and treats scalps. May also wash hair, do makeup and offer nail and skin care.
What the work involves
- Keeps work stations clean and sanitises tools such as scissors and combs.
- Books appointments for clients in the diary.
- Bleaches, dyes or tints hair using a brush or applicator.
- Cuts, trims and shapes hair or hairpieces to suit the customer's wishes, hair type and face.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on, organising and helping. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
How much training it needs
Apprenticeships and training. Usually vocational training or an apprenticeship. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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