PENNY MILLER COSMETOLOGY ACADEMY

Careers in Beauty - Cosmetology, Makeup Artistry, Nail Technician - Travel World Wide - Unlimited Income Potential.

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Rated ONE of the Top 10 Career Choices, Cosmetology is Booming!

Studies show that it is a very stable field that is recession proof and growing at a steady rate.

2018 Update - Cosmetology Careers from Penny Miller Cosmetology Academy

Why? You might ask. Well, do you have hair, skin or nails? That is the answer. Everyone at some time or other needs beauty services to help them with their concerns about their own hair, skin and nails. Also people are in the job market, and need to look great and travel world wide for their own careers. Did you know that women who wear makeup to work make more money than their own fellow female workers who do not wear cosmetics. Therefore there is a need for beauty and cosmetics. This is not purely vanity, it shows that individuals who wear cosmetics, take pride in their appearance, and usually will perform better than someone who is not quite as well put together, and doesn't care about the small stuff.

According to occupational handbooks-

Cosmetology is expected to grow faster than average, offering work in all capacities from extreme to in-between success. Overall employment for personal appearance workers is projected to grow because of increasing population, incomes, and demand for beauty services. Source - NAACAS 2007 Job Demand Survey.

Licensed cosmetologists provide a variety of personal services that help clients to look and feel their best. Services include hair styling, hair dressing, braiding, upstyles, chemical services such as perms, color, highlights, lowlights, speciality color such as ombre', sombre', multidimensional color, texturizing & smoothing services, hair cutting, and barbering services, waxing, facials, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, speciality facials, tanning, spray tans, makeup artistry, manicures, pedicures and artificial nails.

Personal appearance is not only a key factor in keeping one's morale high. A well groomed appearance is also a factor in enhancing one's chances for a successful career!

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The primary goal of a successful licensed cosmetologist is to create an experience that the client will enjoy and want to repeat. Cosmetologists keep pace with the fashion world and stand ready to meet the constantly changing career skills vital to success.

Continuing education is a must! Cosmetology offers opportunities for personal growth and many, many career options!

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The demand for Cosmetologists: In January 2007, there were 1,682,641 professionals employed in the nation's 370,215 beauty salons, barber shops, skin care salons, and nail salons. The typical salon is a small full service shop with 5.1 stations, three full-time professionals, and two part time professionals.

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Salon owners reported 484,660 job openings that were filled during 2006. This represents an average of 1.3 openings per salon. Nearly 40 percent of all new positions were filled by inexperienced workers. Compare that to college graduates, with a two year or four year degree, who are now seeking jobs outside their field of expertise.

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Even with significant levels of hiring, nearly three quarters of the salons that tried to fill positions were not able to find qualified applicants. The supply of skilled professionals in the beauty industry continues to fall short of the demand. This is a chronic shortage that has been reported in earlier surveys of the cosmetology industry.

Hair stylists are needed in every town and city in the country.

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Of the various specialties, the increasing demand for nail technicians appears to be most substantial. While nail tech's currently make up only 9.7% of the current industry employees, nearly 18 percent of the job openings are in that area.

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56 percent of salon employees work full time, 31 percent are part time (20-35 hours), and 13 percent are low time (less than 20 hours).

The average salary, NOT including tips, is about $30,000 to $ 48,000 per year.

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These findings support the unmet needs of the industry along with several possible ways you can enter this profession. Employment opportunities far outweigh the risks of a career transition.

A Look Into YOUR Future!

1. Constant Demand. The need for hair stylists, manicurists, and estheticians is not likely to diminish.

2. Growth of Spas. They once were the exclusive retreats for the rich and famous; however, more and more consumers are now embracing the spa lifestyle. For aspiring or current beauty professionals, this means that job opportunities will grow rapidly, especially due to the growth in full-service day spas, and medi-spas.

3. Greening of Beauty. The current "green" movement goes far beyond fluorescent light bulbs and recycling. It's also translating into a solid career choice. Interest in sustainable beauty and fashion equates to a greater demand for highly skilled and licensed beauty professionals who are trained in natural or alternative treatments such as aromatherapy, body wraps, salt and sugar glows, reflexology, and more.

4. Ultra-Luxury is Alive. Cosmetology is a business that caters to the wealthy including movie stars, CEOs, philanthropists, oil magnates, and others. The ultra-rich consumer easily weathers any recession and continues to spend lavishly on beauty, health, and wellness.

5. Multi-Faceted Career. Many cosmetologists are skilled in not just hair styling, coloring, and cutting, but also manicures, pedicures, facial treatments, make-up analysis, and much much more. This means you have room to branch out and explore other fields, and that income comes not from a single source but highly diverse avenues ensuring a safety net for salon owners as well as workers.

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6. Baby Boomer Clientele. In a society that values youth and beauty, aging baby boomers- a group of 78 million Americans, are willing to spend money to get closer to the fountain of youth.

7. International Opportunities. Even when the economy is doing poorly in the U.S., other countries may be doing well. With global hospitality companies opening up branches overseas, there are employment opportunities in spas, hotels, and other outlets which offer a chance for travel.

8. Governmental Posts. Some of the most stable jobs are int the federal government where layoffs and firings are less than in the private sector. If your salon is located near a military or airbase, government contracting firm, or other government-linked facility, there will be plenty of personnel wanting personal care services.

9. Stress Reducer. Stress is the tipping point that leads to sleep disorders, poor eating and for some- hypertension. Regular spa visits can help treat health concerns and act as a preventative measure as well.

10. Occupational Outlook. The U.S. Department of Labor predicts that job opportunities for estheticians will grow rapidly through 2016. This means that salon professionals will enjoy job security for many years to come.

References-"10 Reasons to Start a Recession-Proof Cosmetology Career," Articles base.com(28 Nov.2008), and Tips and Snips for a promising future the essentials, by Kathy Jager.

Career Choices- Wow! There are so many!

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There are numerous opportunities in the job market for cosmetologists. The trick to being a happy professional is finding the right fit for yourself with your career choice and your work setting. Only you can analyze yourself, deep down, and figure out what environment you need to work in to be happy. There are several choices. First and foremost decide what type of people do you want to work with. Then decide what type of services you prefer performing, and then what type of people you want in your target market. When you get the right mix, work does not seem like work and your days will go fast and you will be much happier in your workplace.

Penny Miller - Owner and Educator of P.M.C.A. Let me get your career on track.

Here is a list of a few of the careers in beauty you can choose from: Cosmetologist

Competition Stylist
Working - Behind the Chair
Beauty Educator Director
Salon/Spa Manager
Extension/Braid Specialist
New Product Innovator
Web Designer for Salons
Perm Specialist
Union Stylist
Nail Technician
Advertising Magazine Artist
Hair Replacement Specialist
Corporate Communications
Franchise Owner
Tools, Sales and PK
Freelance Stylist
Product Distributor
Beauty Pageant Stylist
Salon Public Relations
Development and Production Associate for School Programs
Receptionist
Creative Director
Platform Artist
School Director
Session Stylist
Show/Event Coordinator
Cosmetology Coach
Beauty Business Consultant
Team Builder
Makeup Artistry
Sales Consultant
Set Director Stylist
Fashion Photography Stylist
TV/Cable Hair Stylist/Make up Artist
Modeling Hair Stylist
Permanent Makeup Artist
Corporate Careers
Tool Sales/ Distributor
Cruise Ship Stylist
Marketing/Advertising
Makeup Consultant
Association / Government
Product Design
Medical Wellness Chain Salon Owner
Chain Salon Director/Manager
Krissy Miller, Student Relations at Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology, Barbering and Massage
Color Specialist
State Board Inspector
Beauty School Owner
Beauty School Director
Cosmetology Instructor
Esthetician
Esthetician Instructor
School Admissions Associate
Chain Salon Educator
Product Demonstrator/Educator
Hotel/Resort Stylist
Beauty Industry Market Researcher
Beauty Editor
Mortuary Cosmetologist
Hospital/Retirement Home Cosmetologist
Volunteer for Cut It Out/Look Good Feel Better Program
Nail Technician Instructor
Glamour Photography Stylist/Makeup Artist

And the list can go on and one. New products and procedures are coming out all of the time, and new beauty services are added to the list constantly. The best part is you can customize your work schedule, to suit both you and your clients. This leans a bonus of a flexible work schedule which helps to ease boredom that can happen in a regular work place. Happy clients make a happy workplace!

There is no reason to be bored with a Career in Cosmetology!

Penny Miller & Rachael Free
CHI Educators

So many choices, so many decisions, so much to think about. A new career path can be overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be.

Start simple, But get started!

PMCA Holds 100% pass rate since 2003!

You won't achieve your dreams if you don't do anything! Only you can determine your destiny!

You are the only one responsible for your success or failure. THIS IS FACT!

Do YOU think Cosmetology may be a Career Choice for YOU?

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It can be a lot of fun. It is a very rewarding profession. You must love people and want to help them achieve their cosmetic goals. There is a great market for Cosmetology professionals, and you could be a part of an ever growing market. There are no glass ceilings, with unlimited income potential. You can earn as much as You choose to earn if you are willing to work. There is plenty of work out there, and you can choose your forum. Wonderful opportunities, wonderful job advancement, wonderful learning possibilities and a variety of choices for you and yours.

If you think you are interested in a Career in Cosmetology give me a call at 405-238-3426, we can schedule a meeting and I can help you to get started in this wonderful field!

If you are a stylist who needs a refresher course- We will be hosting some advanced classes for fellow professionals who want to update their skills. Give me a call and tell me what you need and I can design a program or workshop just for you!

Have a Blessed Day!

Congratulations to Penny Miller Cosmetology Academy on it's 10 Year Anniversary!

Penny Miller started her cosmetology career in 1982, here in the state of Oklahoma. After a few years in the business she purchased Phase II Hair Design, and slowly converted a Barber Shop into a Cosmetology Salon. During her career, Penny has trained with several product companies such as Matrix, Redken, Paul Mitchell, Sebastian, Roffler, American Crew, Montage, Aquage, Scruples, TiGi, Sexy Hair Concepts, OPI, Tammy Taylor, & Joico, just to name a few. Constantly going to hair shows and educational events she furthered her knowledge in the Cosmetology Industry, brought this information back to the salon and helped to educate her staff on new methods and practices relating to cosmetology.

Later Penny went back to school again to achieve her Master Cosmetology Instructor License, and then in January of 2003, she opened her school, Penny Miller Cosmetology Academy, where she has partnered with several product companies such as CHI, to give her students the advantage of working with strong American Educators and American based products.

Penny Miller Cosmetology Academy, located in beautiful downtown Pauls Valley, Oklahoma is a small beauty college offering a full range of education in Cosmetology, Nail Technology, Esthetics, and even Instructor Courses. Small classes mean that each student gets a lot of one on one time with the instructor, and their education is individualized for their own particular needs. Everyone learns differently, and when you customize the teaching methods you get a better result with helping each student achieve their goals. Modeled after the apprentice programs, popular in Europe, the Academy offers a real salon environment for students to learn in and real hands on experience with one on one with clients on the clinic floor. P.M.C.A. currently holds a 100% pass rate at the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology. All courses are offered at the Academy giving the students a wider range of career opportunities for employment in the future. Part-time and full-time courses are available with flexible payment plans.

Guest artists are invited in to help students learn about a variety of product lines, so their education is not limited to one school of thought. Since opening in 2003, Penny Miller Cosmetology Academy has invited in several product educators, such as RX Systems, BackScratchers, Spa Girl, Lorea’l, CHI, Joico, OPI, Tammy Taylor Systems, Matrix, Aquage, Wella-Sebastian. We have had special events such as Glamour Photography, Computer Imaging, Nail Classes, Little Princess Parties, Photo Sessions, just to name a few. Our students have had the opportunity to participate in the hair and make up on a movie production, and have worked Bridal Fairs, and Fashion Shows & Wedding Parties. Our students have attended hair shows, special business seminars, field trips to product manufacturing plants, salons, & suppliers and have enjoyed additional information from guest speakers pertaining to salon management and career advancement & financial planning.

A day in the life of a student. The class day starts at 8:00 a.m. in Theory Class. Students learn textbook information, procedures, state law, safety and sanitation. This is where students get basic information. Lecture, demonstrations, video presentations, lab equipment, computers and other educational aids assist in the learning process. After Theory Class, students go to the clinic floor to apply their newly acquired knowledge with a hands on approach. They are all given mannequins and tools and supplies, and then they start to work applying their new skills, practice, practice, practice, is the motto during this session in the learning process. After students have reached a level of expertise, they begin working with clients. Clients add a more personal touch to the educational experience because it is very important for each student to learn the necessary people skills to work successfully in a salon. All work is closely monitored by the instructor, and all services are checked for accuracy. At each level of training, the bar is raised and we expect more out of our students. By the time they finish the course, they will easily pass Oklahoma State Board Testing, but more important, they will be ready to start their new career in an upscale salon.

What types of careers could a cosmetology graduate expect to find? Well, here in the state of Oklahoma, the possibilities are really limitless. Today’s graduate can start in a salon as a beginning hairstylist, and work their way up to master hairstylist working behind the chair doing a wide variety of services from cuts, styles, waxing, facials, manicures, pedicures, massage, cosmetic application, color application, perming and texturizing services, highlighting, etc. Cosmetology professionals are also need in MediSpa’s for client care pre-op and post-op. They can go to work for product manufacturers doing demo’s and educational events. They can assist master stylist’s, learning more about the business, work as a stylist on a cruise ship, or a resort. They can work doing glamour services, cosmetic application, and even hair & makeup on a movie set. Later, they can even work their way up to salon management or even ownership. Beauty professionals can go into writing, and even into education. Really in today’s market the possibilities are endless. All they really need is a “Can Do” attitude. We are in a zero unemployment field that needs more stylists and technicians each year. There is a real shortage of hairstylists out there and we have salons call us regularly looking for new talent. With all the new products, techniques, and services out there now this is a very exciting field to get into. I have worked in this field for almost 30 years now and it never gets boring!

What type of person is a good fit for a cosmetology career? Anyone who truly cares about people! If you like people and helping them with their beauty needs, there is no career that can be more personally rewarding! Young or old, male or female, clients are always in need of Beauty Professionals. There is nothing better than making someone feel special! The look on their face when they see the new look you gave them is priceless. You can boost someone’s self-esteem, help them to look and feel better, and give them that little bit of self-confidence to get them through some of life’s little challenges. What better way to make a living! And YOU can create your own payscale….Yes, the sky is the limit, the more you work, the more you earn, it’s really a Win, Win situation.

If you know of a friend or relative that has thought about a career in the field of Cosmetology, We would love to meet them and help them with their educational needs to get them on the right path in this field. We love making a difference in our students lives, and cultivating new talent. This is a wonderful career that can be very lucrative, personally, professionally, and financially. Help us to help others on their new paths. You don’t have to go out of town for a great education. Please check out Penny Miller Cosmetology Academy.