Overview
Image, social and other personal consultants advise clients on their personal appearance, speaking style, manners or other behaviours in order to improve personal or business images. They are employed by beauty salons, fashion boutiques, modelling schools, image consulting companies, weight loss centres or they may be self-employed.
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Image consultants
Advise clients on hair colour, hairstyles, make-up, clothing and accessories; may advise on posture, general appearance and manners, and provide courses and seminars on business and social etiquette
Advise clients on type, colour and application of make-up
Advise clients on choice of colours for clothing that will complement their appearance.
Wedding consultants
Advise clients on the selection of wedding gowns, floral arrangements, banquet facilities, wedding invitations and other items related to weddings.
Weight loss consultants
Administer commercial weight-loss programs, advise clients on diet and exercise and provide related support services.
Employment prospects
Annual salary
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$41,921
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Job openings
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65expected job openings (5-year forecast)
Education and training
Employment requirements
Completion of secondary school is usually required.
Specialized training courses are available for colour consultants, make-up and skin care consultants, weight loss consultants and most other occupations in this unit group.
Experience and expertise in fashion, art, modelling or related fields is usually required.
Certification requirements
Work Experience
Work experience recommended
Post-secondary programs in B.C.
No post-secondary education required
No post-secondary education required. You can work in this career without post-secondary education. Some on the job training may be provided. With additional training or experience, you may be able to progress into higher level, supervisory or management positions.