These are the people who cut your hair, ease sore muscles, tattoo art onto skin, train athletes, groom dogs, plan weddings and care for families after a death. Most of these jobs need a license or certificate instead of a four-year degree, and many people go on to open their own salon, shop, studio or funeral home.
12 fields, 259 careers
Cosmetology & Hair(22): Cutting, coloring, styling and caring for hair, from neighborhood salons to film sets, brand stages and salon empires.
Barbering(15): Cutting, fading, shaving and grooming, plus the shops, schools and brands built around the barber chair.
Skin Care & Esthetics(21): Facials, lasers, waxing, injectables and the science of skin, from day spas to medical spas and cosmetic labs.
Nails, Makeup & Lashes(18): The artistry of nails, makeup, lashes and brows, from neighborhood nail salons to Broadway, film monsters and permanent makeup.
Tattoo & Body Art(16): Tattooing, piercing, cosmetic and medical tattooing, and tattoo removal: art you wear, done by licensed artists.
Massage & Bodywork(22): Healing and relaxing the body with hands-on therapy, from spa massage and sports recovery to reflexology, acupuncture and chiropractic care.
Fitness, Wellness & Coaching(25): Helping people get stronger, healthier and more focused, one-on-one or in groups, from gym floors to boardrooms.
Funeral & Death Care(27): Caring for people who have died and the families they leave behind, from funeral homes and crematories to cemeteries and death…
Wedding & Personal Event Services(24): Making life's big personal moments happen: weddings, quinceañeras, birthdays, anniversaries and the many specialists behind them.
Household & Concierge Services(25): Running homes and lives for busy families, from housekeepers and personal chefs to butlers, estate managers and superyacht crews.
Pet Care Services(20): Grooming, training, walking, boarding and caring for the pets that families treat like family.
Image, Style & Tailoring(24): Helping people look their best and keeping their clothes, shoes and accessories in great shape, from celebrity stylists to master tailors…
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