Barbers
Barber, Barber Shop Operator, Barber Stylist, Stylist
What they do:
Provide barbering services, such as cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair; trimming beards; or giving shaves.
On the job, you would:
- Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments.
- Drape and pin protective cloths around customers' shoulders.
- Cut and trim hair according to clients' instructions or current hairstyles, using clippers, combs, hand-held blow driers, and scissors.
Knowledge
Business
- customer service
- management
Arts and Humanities
- English language
Math and Science
- psychology
Skills
Basic Skills
- listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
- talking to others
Social
- looking for ways to help people
- understanding people's reactions
Abilities
Hand and Finger Use
- keep your arm or hand steady
- hold or move items with your hands
Verbal
- listen and understand what people say
- communicate by speaking
Personality
People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
They do well at jobs that need:
- Attention to Detail
- Cooperation
- Self Control
- Dependability
- Concern for Others
- Social Orientation
Technology
You might use software like this on the job:
Operating system software
- Linux
- Microsoft Windows
Video creation and editing software
- YouTube
Calendar and scheduling software
- Appointment scheduling software
Education
Education: (rated 3 of 5)
certificate after high school or
high school diploma/GED
usually needed
high school diploma/GED
usually needed
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Job Outlook
Bright
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
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