Are you passionate about skincare and beauty? Great! Now, have you considered turning that passion into a rewarding career?
At Modern College, we’re dedicated across our three campuses (Barrie, Sudbury, and North Bay) to empowering aspiring estheticians with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the dynamic beauty industry.
If you’ve been considering this path, becoming an esthetician opens up a world of possibilities, ranging from traditional salon roles and beyond! From makeup artistry to spa management, the field of esthetics offers diverse career paths that cater to your interests and ambitions. Whether you dream of creating stunning bridal looks, providing luxurious spa treatments, or representing top beauty brands across the country, your journey starts here.
Join us as we explore the exciting career opportunities available and discover how our comprehensive programs at Modern College can prepare you for success in this thriving industry, whether you’re starting fresh or looking to advance your career.
1- Spa Esthetician
This is one of the most direct career paths that students from our esthetics program aim towards after graduation. Spas are always in need of skilled estheticians to offer a variety of services to their clients, with a particular focus on wellness.
It’s easy to forget too that working as a spa esthetician goes beyond simple skincare treatments—it’s about providing clients with a rejuvenating experience that enhances a client’s overall well-being.
From facials and body treatments to personalized skincare consultations, to manicures and pedicures, spa estheticians play a pivotal role in helping clients achieve and maintain healthy, glowing while also looking their very best.
Best of all, with high job satisfaction and excellent job security, a career in spa esthetics offers stability and opportunities for professional growth within the thriving spa industry.
2 – Makeup Artist
The other fairly direct route is going the way of the makeup artist. Professionals in these careers focus their creatives energies on the cosmetic side of the industry,
As a makeup artist, you’ll have the power to transform appearances and help boost the confidence of your clients. Whether it’s creating stunning bridal looks, crafting characters for film and stage, or helping people prepare for other big events, this career path allows you to showcase your artistic talent.
Makeup artists also get to enjoy the thrill of some high-demand work environments and the potential for high-paying gigs. If you have a passion for color, texture, and making people feel beautiful, this could be the perfect fit for you after you graduate!
3 – Spa Manager
Estheticians primarily work with clients, applying their craft either for wellness or cosmetics. However, there’s also a business component to the profession that sometimes goes unnoticed!
If you’re an esthetician looking to advance in your career beyond client work,or who have a particular business acumen, becoming a spa manager is a natural progression forward for your career.
Spa managers oversee daily operations, manage staff, and ensure exceptional client experiences. This role not only rewards leadership skills but also offers stability and the potential for career advancement within the spa industry.
Ultimately, if you’re the kind of person who will thrive in a managerial role while also working to create a positive workplace environment, becoming a spa manager could be your next career goal or milestone to aim for.
4 – Salesperson or Product Representative
It’s not completely uncommon for estheticians to transition into different roles over the course of their careers. One of the popular career paths is to transition into a sales role within the cosmetic industry. Having first-hand knowledge of the products allows estheticians to leverage their skincare experience into helping clients purchase the right beauty products for them.
Whether working in retail settings or as a brand representative, salespeople are responsible for helping educate customers, recommending products, and contributing their clients’ beauty routines.
Due to its frequent client-facing nature, this career path is really recommended for people with strong communication skills, product knowledge, and a passion for helping others discover the best skincare solutions for their needs.
5 – Brand Ambassador or Influencer
One of the more popular routes for estheticians these days, particularly ones who are familiar with social media and marketing is that of a brand ambassador or influencer.
As a brand ambassador, you become the face and voice of a beauty brand. This dynamic role primarily involves promoting products, giving demonstrations, and oftentimes also appearing at industry events. If you have a self-starter attitude, enjoy staying on top of the latest industry trends, and are eager to build and expand your network of relationships, this could be the route for you!
Careers exist both within the industry as a traditional ambassador or representative, but increasingly cosmetic companies are seeking people who have already built-up their own following on social media or who found success as bloggers. It might not be the most direct path to take after graduation, but even as a side hobby where you create a few videos a month, it has the potential to lead to a fulfilling passion project.
Your Journey Starts Here
The field of esthetics offers a multitude of career paths that cater to different interests and ambitions. Whether you’re drawn to the creativity of makeup artistry, the nurturing environment of a spa, the leadership opportunities as a spa manager, or the excitement of sales and brand ambassadorship, there’s a path that aligns with your skills and passions.
If you’re ready to turn your passion for skincare into a fulfilling career, contact us at [email protected] to learn more about our esthetics programs.
Whether you’re starting fresh or looking to advance your skills, Modern College is here to support your journey toward a successful and rewarding career in esthetics.