If you have ever worked with children before, you know how hard it can be on you both mentally and physically. It requires a lot of patience and means that you have to be on constant alert. Being a parent is definitely a difficult task, but when they are your own children you can discipline them in whatever way you see fit. However, as a grade school teacher you do not have the option to do much when they act out. There are certain standard disciplinary procedures that each school or teacher may have but sometimes, if the problem is not corrected at home, it can be hard to enforce rules during the day. The other part of the equation is that you often become very attached or at least invested in these children so it can be hard to not feel like a parent in some ways. In most cases, children spend more time with their teachers at school than they do with their parents, five days out of the week. When you work with children it is super important to create boundaries and give yourself a way to unwind and let go after a long day. Without these … READ MORE ...

Cosmetology is the specialized treatment of skin, hair, and nails. It consists of hair styling, manicuring and facials. A hairdresser is a cosmetologist who specializes in hair. He/she colors, cuts, and styles hair. Manicurists/pedicurists and makeup technicians are also cosmetologists. In order to master these skills, you must attend cosmetology school.

When you seek a cosmetology education, a generalized cosmetologist license is what you’ll receive. The license certifies that you have the fundamental skills to practice. However, each area in cosmetology is specific and as such, each field must be certified independently.

HAIR

In order to qualify as a hair stylist, you must be proficient with the material. You must learn everything there is about hair in order to be able to work with diverse clientele. For example, you need to know when hair is curly, kinky, straight or thin. You’ll also need to determine if hair is thick or thin. Since you will be dealing with hair products, you must learn the chemistry of each product you use and know the effects it may have on a person’s scalp. When you bleach or color hair, diverse colors are made of chemicals that can be harmful if not handled with … READ MORE ...