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Shampooers

Also called: Shampoo Assistant, Shampoo Technician, Shampooer, Stylist Assistant

What they do:

Shampoo and rinse customers' hair.

On the job, you would:
  • Massage, shampoo, and condition patron's hair and scalp to clean them and remove excess oil.
  • Advise patrons with chronic or potentially contagious scalp conditions to seek medical treatment.
  • Treat scalp conditions and hair loss, using specialized lotions, shampoos, or equipment such as infrared lamps or vibrating equipment.
On the job, you'll need:

Business

  • customer service
  • sales and marketing

Arts and Humanities

  • English language

Basic Skills

  • talking to others
  • listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions

Social

  • looking for ways to help people

Verbal

  • listen and understand what people say
  • communicate by speaking

Hand and Finger Use

  • keep your arm or hand steady
  • hold or move items with your hands

Realistic

People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.

  • Dependability
  • Self Control
  • Adaptability/Flexibility
  • Concern for Others
  • Stress Tolerance
  • Integrity

Web page creation and editing software

  • Facebook

Electronic mail software

  • Email software

Internet browser software

  • Web browser software

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Job Outlook

The job outlook for this position is Bright.

New job opportunities are very likely in the future. This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

Median Annual Salary: $27,860

Education

Certificate after high school or high school diploma/GED is usually needed.