THE CERT SPOT / ALL CAREERS / AESTHETICS
BEAUTY CAREERS: COSMETOLOGY, ESTHETICS & LICENSING.
A career in personal care starts with understanding which services require a state license and which training programs qualify.
01 / START HERE
FIND YOUR PATH.
Jump directly to the career you want to explore.
02 / EXPLORE CAREERS
CAREERS TO KNOW.
01 / CAREER PATH
Cosmetologist
Learn about state-approved programs, practical training, exams, and licensing.
02 / CAREER PATH
Barber
Compare barber-school requirements and state licensing pathways.
03 / CAREER PATH
Esthetician and nail technician
Explore scope-of-practice rules, program hours, and licensing differences by state.
03 / DO YOUR HOMEWORK
BEFORE YOU ENROLL.
Check state licensing rules, total training costs, hands-on requirements, and program outcomes before enrolling.