Program Description
The Salon Receptionist TCC is intended to produce graduates who are prepared for employment as receptionists in salons. Competencies include: booking appointments, answering telephone appropriately, managing clients, and retailing professional supplies to the public.

Length of Program
Length of program varies with the student’s ability to schedule classes.

Entrance Date
Students are accepted quarterly.

Entrance Requirements
OTC Placement Exam

Age
16 years of age or older

Education
High School Diploma or GED

Advisor
An advisor should be consulted prior to enrolling in any course. A program advisor will be assigned by admissions.

Salary Range
$15,000 - $20,000 annually

Job Market
Most chain salons hire receptionists to book appointments and manage money as well as sell retail products. Individual salons also hire salon receptionists.

Personal Traits Required
Personal traits for a salon receptionist are vital to the success of the salon. The first person the customer will make contact with is the receptionist. The individual must be motivated, a people person, able to work independently, and as with any profession, should be willing to begin in an entry level position. Appearance, punctuality, and professional attitude are only a few of the personal traits required to be successful in this profession.

Curriculum