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As people contemplate career choices during a recession, there are still some professions that show high promise for employment, both now and into the future. An esthetician career is one of those "hot" job categories that shows strong potential for growth over the next few years.

According to the 2010 - 2011 edition of the Occupational Outlook Handbook, in 2008 the total number of skin care specialists - estheticians - was 38,800. Even during the recession these number have maintained, and the total number of estheticians in 2018 is projected to be a robust 53,800.

This projected increase in working estheticians translates to an anticipated growth rate of 38% in the next few years. To put it in perspective, this is much higher than average. Future job opportunities for estheticians appear to be truly exceptional.

The growth in esthetician jobs and skin care related positions in general is largely driven by the popularity of face and body treatments for relaxation and medical or personal well-being.

In addition, aging Baby Boomers are increasing demand for esthetician services. As Baby Boomers age, there will be substantially more adults aged 55+ who are seeking skin care treatments to preserve a more youthful appearance.

For those contemplating an esthetician career, a common question becomes what a typical esthetician salary might be. According to government reports from 2009, skin care specialists earned an average hourly wage of $15.38, with an average annual salary of $31,990.

Of course, this is only an average. As with most professions, entry-level estheticians can expect lower pay, while those with experience will typically earn substantially more.

In addition, some esthetician career paths, such as those available in certain environments like medical offices, commonly pay more than others. The amount of pay can differ depending on whether the esthetician job is tied to a salon, spa, medical office, resort hotel, or other environment.

With more esthetician jobs on the horizon, an esthetician career is one that shows great promise for future employment. However, as with any potential career, it is wise to investigate more thoroughly the job prospects, training requirements, working environments, and prospects for advancement.

Talk to people currently employed in the profession you are considering. Read books or magazines about your career field of interest. And do as much research as you can to determine whether the career you are considering is likely to be a personal and financial fit for your lifestyle and personality.

To learn more about what the top and bottom 10% of esthetician pay is, as well as salary details associated with different types of esthetician jobs and more, request a Free Report: Esthetician Jobs and Salary Outlook 2010, courtesy of the author Debby Randall, Director of the Montana Academy of Skin Care, an esthetician school exclusively dedicated to skin care education.

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