Personal Care · Clean and shape customers' fingernails and toenails
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Entry Salary
$17–21k
First 1–2 years
Peak Salary
$35–41k
10+ years experience
Job Outlook
+7% · Faster than average
Projected growth of 7% from 2024 to 2034; about 25 openings projected per year.
Time to Start
1–2 years
College degree typical
Salary data sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2024. Actual compensation varies by location, experience, employer, and specialization.
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Director of Personal Care
You prioritize Relationships
This career is strongly aligned with Relationships — a core work value that shapes how people approach their career decisions.
You're strong in Active Listening
Active Listening is a top skill for this career, and it plays to what students like you naturally do best.
Good fit for your timeline
This career typically requires short-term training (less than 1 year), which matches common student preparation goals.
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