How would you like to cruise the Caribbean as part of your cosmetology career? Or work overseas at an exotic spa? Or spend your winters at a luxury resort in the tropics?

These exciting and creative employment opportunities are all possible with a career in cosmetology. The new global economy has opened up opportunities here and abroad for adventuresome cosmetologists, at a time when many professions are suffering slowdowns or cutbacks. The U.S. Department of Labor predicts the boom in full-service day spas and beauty salons will generate numerous job openings for manicurists, pedicurists, and skin-care specialists—and that's just in this country. Internationally, the beauty business—particularly make-up, hair and skin care—is flourishing as well, from Dubai to the Dominican Republic.

You can jet set to Europe and design high-fashion hair for the runway; become an international stylist; or specialize in nail artistry on a cruise ship. Vacancies in luxury cruise ship beauty staff alone can include positions such as salon manager, massage therapist, nail technician, or beautician. Even smaller and older cruise ships are paying more attention to health and beauty on board, resulting in an ever-growing need for cosmetologists. Such leisure and tourism jobs with international cruise services can take you to ports of call in the Mexican Riviera, South Pacific, Panama Canal, and beyond.

The NACCAS (National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences) also has a new international accreditation program, with some colleges offering foreign exchange cosmetology programs, giving students an opportunity to work overseas. Other schools, such as the progressive Salon Success Academy, based in Southern California, emphasize cutting-edge applications and approaches that make its graduates adaptable, able to apply the latest beauty technology in any setting--here or abroad.

Summer, seasonal, hospitality, and overseas employers are all pipelines for international employment. Some recruitment agencies specialize in cosmetology jobs for specific locations. And the experience you'll gain from working abroad will have many benefits for you professionally, expanding your professional and personal portfolio of knowledge. You can gain valuable networking opportunities as well as distinctively different cosmetology knowledge.

Do you have what it takes for international work? If you're flexible, risk-taking, curious, adaptable, and have sensitivity to other cultures and lifestyles, you'll thrive in your new overseas career. So go ahead, start packing your suitcase. The world awaits as you venture out in the bold new direction of cosmetology.

About Salon Success Academies(SSA)

Salon Success Academies have five campuses located in California's Inland Empire: Redlands, Fontana, Upland, San Bernardino, and Corona. SSA's philosophy is to treat each student as a part of the family, providing them with every opportunity to complete their studies at the lowest cost possible. SSA combines hands-on practical application with cosmetology, skin care, or nail technology concepts. The school partners with the beauty industry to enable students to graduate with technical excellence in their profession as well as strong customer service skills.
To learn more and request free information, visit www.gotobeautyschool.com.

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