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NOC Sub Group

6481.2 Make-Up Consultants

Make-up consultants advise clients on their personal appearance to improve their personal and business images.



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VCHBLS
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L1



4



Main Characteristics



Occupations in this group are characterized by the following aptitudes, interests and worker functions as they relate to main duties:

  • General learning ability to understand and use make-up application techniques
  • Verbal ability to arrange appointments, meet clients and explain services and fees
  • Form perception to observe detail in skin and facial features
  • Finger dexterity to apply make-up
  • Social interest in assisting clients by advising on type, colour and application of make-up
  • Methodical interest in manipulating to apply make-up for special occasions such as weddings, parties and photography sessions
  • Directive interest in compiling information to recommend and arrange for manicures, pedicures, silkwraps, facials, massages and other esthetic services




Vision
2Near vision

Colour Discrimination
1Relevant

Hearing
2Verbal interaction

Body Position
1Sitting

Limb Co-ordination
1Upper limb co-ordination

Strength
1Limited




Location
L1Regulated inside climate



Education/Training
4

  • Completion of secondary school is usually required.
  • Specialized training courses are available for make-up and skin care consultants.
  • Experience and expertise in fashion, art, modelling or related fields are usually required.



Beauty salons
Fashion boutiques
Image consulting companies
Modelling schools
Self-employment



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