JobSOC 39-5012

Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists

Provide beauty services, such as cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp. May shampoo hair, apply makeup, dress wigs, remove hair, and provide nail and skincare services.

Definition from U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) (O*NET 31.0 (August 2026)).

01.

Studied through

8 programs

Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General12.0401
Electrolysis/Electrology and Electrolysis Technician12.0404
Make-Up Artist/Specialist12.0406
Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design12.0407
Permanent Cosmetics/Makeup and Tattooing12.0411
Salon/Beauty Salon Management/Manager12.0412
Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor12.0413
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other12.0499

02.

Draws on

Customer and Personal Service4.7 of 5
Sales and Marketing4.2 of 5
English Language3.6 of 5

Importance as rated in O*NET (1 to 5); areas rated 3.5 or more, up to eight.