Also called: Oncology-Trained Esthetician, Cancer Skin Care Specialist
An esthetician specially trained to give safe facials and skin care to people going through cancer treatment, whose skin may be fragile.
Her first client is midway through chemotherapy, with dry, sensitive skin and no eyebrows. She does a gentle, fragrance-free facial, teaches her how to draw natural-looking brows, and suggests products that will not irritate radiation burns. In the afternoon she volunteers at a hospital beauty program.
Estimate; spas, cancer centers and private studios.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Certificate, about 1.25 years after high school. State esthetician license plus oncology esthetics training (for example, OTI).
Ways in: Trade school, Certification. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Esthetics, Cosmetology.
Growing faster than average. More cancer centers offer supportive beauty and skin services.
Low risk for 10 years. Gentle hands-on care and emotional support for cancer patients stay human.
Classes: Biology, Health science, Chemistry.
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