Gainful Employment
The Higher Education Act of 1965 requires proprietary and vocational colleges to provide an eligible program of training to prepare students for Gainful Employment. Below you will find information for related occupations listed for Cosmetology, Barbering, Paramedical Esthetician, Electrolysis, Makeup and Skin Care, Massage Therapist and Full Specialist.
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Classification of Instructional (CIP) Program Codes
Detail for CIP Code 12.0401– From NCES – COSMETOLOGY
Title: Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General.
Definition: A program that generally prepares individuals to cut, trim, and style scalp, facial, and body hair; apply cosmetic preparations; perform manicures and pedicures; massage the head and extremities; and prepare for practice as licensed cosmetologists in specialized or full-service salons. Includes instruction in hair cutting and styling, manicuring, pedicuring, facial treatments, shampooing, chemical applications, esthetics, shop management, sanitation and safety, customer service, and applicable professional and labor laws and regulations.
Cosmetology Consumer Information
SOC CODES FROM O*NET ONLINE – COSMETOLOGIST
Code Occupation
39-5012.00 Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
25-1194.00 Vocational Education Teachers, Postsecondary
25-2032.00 Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School
39-5093.00 Shampooers
Detail for CIP Code 12.0402– From NCES – BARBERING
Title: Barbering/Barber.
Definition: A program that prepares individuals to shave and trim facial/neck hair and beards, cut and dress hair, fit hairpieces, give facial and scalp massages, apply cosmetic treatments, and to prepare for licensure as professional barbers at various levels. Includes instruction in facial shaving; beard and mustache shaping and trimming; shampooing; hair cutting; hair styles and styling art; facial treatments and massage; chemical applications; hair and scalp anatomy and physiology; hairpiece and toupee fitting; equipment operation; health and safety; customer service; and shop business practices.
SOC CODES FROM O*NET ONLINE – BARBERING
Code Occupation
39-5011.00 Barbers
25-1194.00 Vocational Education Teachers, Postsecondary
39-5012.00 Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
Barbering Consumer Information
Detail for CIP Code 12.0414 – From NCES – PARAMEDICAL ESTHETICIAN
Title: Master Aesthetician/Esthetician.
Definition: A program that prepares individuals to massage and treat the face, neck, and body with advanced chemical and cosmetic preparations and esthetic medical treatments, and to function as licensed master or medical estheticians in dermatologists’ and plastic surgeons’ offices as well as in salons and spas. Includes instruction in advanced anatomy and physiology, skin properties and disorders, sanitation and infection control, advanced facial treatments, spa body treatments, advanced extractions, corrective makeup, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, lymphatic drainage and advanced massage techniques, pre- and post-operative esthetic skin care, client/patient evaluation and care, applicable laws and regulations, and business practices.
SOC CODES FROM O*NET ONLINE – PARAMEDICAL ESTHETICIAN
Code Occupation
39-5094.00 Skincare Specialists
39-1021.01 Spa Managers
25-1194.00 Vocational Education Teachers, Postsecondary
Paramedical Esthetician Consumer Information
Detail for CIP Code 12.0404– From NCES – ELECTROLYSIS
Title: Electrolysis/Electrology and Electrolysis Technician.
Definition: A program that prepares individuals to permanently remove hair from the human scalp, face, and body using specialized charged solid needle probes, and to function as licensed electrologists and electrolysis technicians. Includes instruction in direct current electrolysis, alternating current/high frequency thermolysis, blend/dual modality treatments, equipment theory and operation, safety and sanitation, client evaluation and care, laws and regulations, and business practices.
Electrolysis Consumer Information
SOC CODES FROM O*NET ONLINE – ELECTROLYSIS
Code Occupation
39-5094.00 Skincare Specialists
25-1194.00 Vocational Education Teachers, Postsecondary
39-1021.01 Spa Managers
Detail for CIP Code 12.0406 – From NCES – MAKEUP & SKIN CARE
Title: Make-Up Artist/Specialist.
Definition: A program that prepares individuals to professionally apply cosmetic makeup preparations and perform complete and specialized appearance makeovers including hairdressing, wig work, masking, temporary prosthesis applications, cosmetic applications, and related costuming for leisure or for professional stage, camera, clinical, or security purposes. Includes instruction in period and contemporary hairstyling and costuming; wig work and hairpiece application; synthetic hair and masks; cosmetic preparations and treatments; makeup artistry; attachment, removal, and camouflaging of prostheses; health and safety; client consultation and care; pre- and post-production operations; set and crew conduct and relations; script, instruction, and prescription interpretation; labor relations; and business practices.
SOC CODES FROM O*NET ONLINE – MAKEUP& SKIN CARE
Code Occupation
39-5091.00 Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance
39-5094.00 Skincare Specialists
39-1021.01 Spa Managers
Makeup and Skincare Consumer Information
Detail for CIP Code 51.3501 – From NCES – MASSAGE THERAPIST
Title: Massage Therapist/Therapeutic Massage.
Definition: A program that prepares individuals to provide relief and improved health and well-being to clients through the application of manual techniques for manipulating skin, muscles, and connective tissues. Includes instruction in sports massage, myotherapy/trigger point massage, myofascial release, deep tissue massage, cranio-sacral therapy, reflexology, massage safety and emergency management, client counseling, practice management, applicable regulations, and professional standards and ethics.
Massage Therapist/Therapeutic Massage Consumer Information
SOC CODES FROM O*NET ONLINE – MASSAGE THERAPIST
Code Occupation
31-9011.00 Massage Therapists
31-2022.00 Physical Therapist Aides
31-2011.00 Occupational Therapy Assistants
39-1021.01 Spa Managers
Detail for CIP Code 12.0499 – From NCES – FULL SPECIALIST
Title: Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other.
Definition: Any instructional program in cosmetology and related personal grooming services not listed above.
SOC CODES FROM O*NET ONLINE – FULL SPECIALIST
Code Occupation
39-5092.00 Manicurists and Pedicurists
39-5094.00 Skincare Specialists
39-1021.01 Spa Managers
Full Specialist Consumer Information
To research additional careers of interest, you may want to visit these websites:
O*NET – http://online.onetcenter.org – (Click on “Find Occupations”)
Occupational Outlook Handbook – http://www.bls.gov/oco – (Type in general term for career of interest)