Ever imagined that the business of Beauty and Physical Fitness has grown a multi-crore industry, presently involving over Rs 12,000 crore. It has a baffling potential to employ more than 15000 persons in the current year, according to industry experts. Still encouraging is the fact that this industry is fast growing approximately thirty per cent per annum. Far from being confined o just beauty parlours its work arena now extends o cosmetology and cosmetic surgery , SPAs and salons, nutrition, diet, beauty products, breast reduction surgery etc. Together with this hair weaving, image makeovers and tummy tucks are also catching on
Entering the beauty business is excellent career choice to opt for those who are creative and want to work in the glamour industry. The areas of specialization are many and you can choose the option according to your interest and aptitude. The compensation packages are quite attractive.
A large number of career options are available including a cosmetologist, hair stylist, beauty therapist, makeup artist, self owner of a saloon etc.
Also, beauty culture includes make up for marriages, TV and Stage performances, styling and cutting of hair and improving the overall appearance of a person. You can specialize as a make-up artist, hair stylist or any area of your choice or join a complete beauty education course and later specialize in any of the areas of your interest. Courses are available in specialized facial massage techniques, Chemical hair processes and perming, hair treatments, elementary electro-physics, ray therapy, electrical beauty treatment, massage and galvanic treatments, permanent make-up, cosmetology and saloon management. Training for a beautician’s course can begin after class X or XII and the duration of the course can vary from 3 days to 3 years depending upon the course you wish to join.
Besides these you can work with beauty saloons, beauty clinics in health clubs and gyms, hotels etc as make-up artists for advertising campaigns and modeling professionals as well as the film industry and the choice of opening your own beauty parlour is always available, if you want to be your own boss.
Personal attributes : To be a successful Cosmetologist, one has to be an effective communicator, be particular about personal grooming and the right body language. As the work of a cosmetologist involves technicalities as well as precision science background and professional course in cosmetology is required. For a cosmetic surgeon, professional qualifications in medical surgery with post graduation in plastic surgery and specialization in cosmetic surgery is needed. Beauticians must be friendly, soft-spoken, patient listeners and charming to talk to. Hey need to be well groomed and physically fit to handle work which requires standing for long hours.
VLCC – A premier Institute for Beauty & Physical Fitness provides professional courses
A VLCC Institute Qualification proves that you :
- Have a full understanding of the subject
- Have the highest practical skills
- Are a fully qualified professional
VLCC Institute provides:
- Highly qualified, trained and experienced faculty
- Rigorous standards of tutoring and training
- An equal split between theory and practical
- An independent examination system that tests your full knowledge giving you confidence to work as a professional practitioner.
- Fully equipped library, congenial atmosphere, student awards & scholarships.
- Counseling at the time of enrolment for the appropriate course for he candidates.
- Placement assurance for almost all candidates.