Cosmetology: Manicurist & Esthetician | Wharton County Junior College

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

SpeakingService OrientationActive ListeningMonitoringReading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingSocial PerceptivenessComplex Problem Solving

Knowledge

Customer and Personal ServiceSales and MarketingAdministration and ManagementEducation and TrainingEnglish Language

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionOral ExpressionNear VisionDeductive ReasoningSpeech RecognitionSpeech ClarityWritten ComprehensionProblem SensitivityArm-Hand SteadinessSelective Attention

Tasks

Sterilize equipment and clean work areas.
Cleanse clients' skin with water, creams, or lotions.
Demonstrate how to clean and care for skin properly and recommend skin-care regimens.

Technology

Spreadsheet softwareOffice suite softwarePresentation softwareWord processing softwareData base user interface and query software

Tools

Airbrushing toolsCryoprobesDermatoscopesDry heat sterilizersFacial hair scissorsFacial steamersGalvanic facial machinesHair removal tweezersHigh frequency skin care machinesHot towel cabinetsLaptop computersLight-emitting diode LED light therapy equipmentMicrodermabrasion machinesPersonal computersSkin lancets

Work Values

RelationshipsIndependenceAchievementWorking ConditionsRecognitionSupport

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium39-5094.00	Skincare Specialists	title_inference	$41,560 median$77,330 top	+6.67%	660

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

Skin-condition assessment findings — analyze independently using magnifying lamps or visors to evaluate texture, tone, and underlying concerns across a routine client caseload.
Cleansing, toning, and moisturizing sequences — execute with minimal oversight, adapting product selection to each client's skin type in a full-service esthetic treatment room.
Chemical peels and exfoliating mask protocols — apply established treatment parameters to address common concerns such as hyperpigmentation and congestion for returning clients.
Personalized home-care regimens — recommend verbally and through written take-home guides, translating professional product knowledge into practical daily routines for clients.
Blackhead extraction procedures — perform safely and efficiently on familiar presentations, using appropriate technique and aftercare to minimize irritation and client discomfort.
Client service records and preference histories — maintain and update in database or office software between appointments to support continuity of care and targeted upsell opportunities.
Product and color selection — match specialized formulations and corrective cosmetic options to individual clients' assessed skin quality and appearance goals with growing confidence.
Social perceptiveness and empathy — apply during client interactions to detect comfort levels and emotional cues, adjusting communication style to improve service satisfaction.
Sales and marketing fundamentals — use product knowledge and consultative conversation to present retail recommendations in ways that align with client needs and support revenue targets.
Coordination with reception and support staff — communicate scheduling adjustments and treatment notes clearly using office suite tools to ensure smooth daily operations at a spa or salon.

Program Details

Detailed information about this program

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

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Scholarships

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