Salon Management Schools in Arkansas

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How to Become a Salon Manager in Arkansas

Salon and spa management is a career direction that some ambitious hairdressers, cosmetologists, and other members of the beauty industry pursue as a way of developing their career and increasing their earnings potential. It takes your skills in a different direction because, instead of day-to-day interaction performing beauty services for individual clients, you now take on the responsibilities and tasks of managing a business with all that entails.

For individuals who are already in the beauty industry and want to take a giant step forward in their careers, salon and spa management may be a great career move for you! Use our listings of schools to start your search today!

State License Requirements

In Arkansas, you do not need a license or certificate to work as a salon manager. Some employers may prefer to hire licensed cosmetologists, but Arkansas does not require a license for those who exclusively carry out management tasks. A certificate or diploma in salon management can provide practical experience in this field and offer an introduction to this industry.

Education Details

Most schools of cosmetology offer programs in salon and spa management, as do some community colleges. The focus of the curriculum will be learning the different aspects of running a business, from managing finances, to hiring and managing personnel, marketing, customer service, and more. In the state of Arkansas, you do not need to obtain a specific license in order to manage a salon or spa. Of course, it can be very helpful to be licensed to practice some aspect of the beauty industry. It may be necessary, in the course of a workday, to fill in for an employee who is absent, so if you have the skills and the license to practice, you can step in when needed.

License Renewal

It's relieving to know that you technically won't have to adhere to a licensing or renewal process with you work as a salon manager in Arkansas. But, if you want to be the best you can be in this role, you should seek formal training. If you want to open a salon with hair, skin and nail services, it's time to consider cosmetology programs. In Arkansas, the state requires completion of 1,500 hours of training. You will have to renew your license every two years, no later than your birthday. The fee is $80.

Arkansas Salon Management Careers

According to O*Net statistics for 2013, the median salary for hairdressers and cosmetologists in the state of Arkansas was $20,500. However, as a salon or spa manager, your income has the potential to be considerably higher. Also, the cost of living in the state of Arkansas is among the lowest in the nation, so a dollar stretches much farther here, meaning you can enjoy a comfortable lifestyle as a salon or spa manager. The projected growth rate for hairdressers and cosmetologists is expected to be from 8% to 14% from 2012 to 2022, and salons and spas are always in need of people with the knowledge of the industry combined with the right business skills to manage them, making this an attractive career option for the right people.

Salon and spa managers hold full time positions and have busy work days doing a variety of tasks. You may be the person who opens the salon or spa in the morning, and ensures that all expected employees are present. If there is an absence, you will be responsible for finding someone to fill it, you may need to fill in yourself, or you may need to arrange to have clients rescheduled. Your tasks will keep you both in the office, behind the scenes, and out on the salon floor. In the office, you will manage finances, ordering of supplies, hiring and managing staff, and related business tasks. On the floor, you will oversee the general operations of the salon or spa, and making sure employees are working efficiently, work stations are clean and tidy, and clients are happy and satisfied with the services they receive. If any issues arise, you will be the one to take care of them. A relatively new area of interest is sustainable salon and spa management, with an emphasis on conserving energy and utilizing "green" products wherever possible. This may become an area in which you choose to get involved, and there may be continuing education courses in your local cosmetology schools or community colleges that can help you develop the skills you need to go in this direction. If you are hard working and ambitious, and you want to move up in the beauty industry, consider a career as a salon or spa manager. Start comparing programs and request information from schools in your area right now!

Contact the Arkansas State Board of Cosmetology

Arkansas possesses a culture that is built upon rising from the ground up. Local estimates point to the fact that the number of salons opening in the state will increase into the next decade. For those interested in doing, it helps to consult these institutions.

Associated Hair Professionals
Professional Beauty Federation