Graduation is an exciting time for any future graduate. It’s a time to celebrate your successes and look forward to your new career in the Beauty and Wellness industry. As exciting as this might be, it also might be a time when you feel a little overwhelmed. Let’s face it-you have relied on your instructor(s) for direction, guidance, and information on anything you might have needed along your educational path. Now, who do you turn to for career advice, direction, and guidance? Don’t worry future professionals, there are many great resources for you at your fingertips.

Here are just a few great resources to get you started:

• Earning CEUs: If your state requires Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to fulfill your state’s license renewal requirements – Milady has you covered, MiladyPro offers a wide selection of approved online continuing education classes to fulfill some state’s license renewal requirements. Unsure of your state's requirements? Check out your State Board's website or give the board a call. Make sure to make your plan for earning CEUs months before the deadline. You don't want your license to lapse!
• Find Mentors: As a new professional, I suggest that you join a Beauty and Wellness Professional Association. Check out few of them here. These professional associations can be a great resource to help you stay current on industry updates, industry knowledge, learning best practices from other professionals, and an opportunity to connect and network with others industry professionals. Do a little online research and find the association that best fits your professional needs. 
• Keep Learning: Whether you're planning your first trip to a trade show, watching MiladyPro video tutorials, or taking an online class about raising your prices, keep your skills sharp and your mind busy. An end to learning is an end to growth- you have too much potential to risk that! 
• Read All About It: The beauty and wellness industry is a fast-paced changing industry.  It’s important to stay in the know! Industry publications can help you stay current with industry news, latest trends, new techniques and services and helpful tips and tricks to keep you up-to-date.  There are several publications that are suited to your interest from cosmetology, spa, skincare, nails, salon/spa business just to name a few.  Remember, these publications are available in print as well as many offer online subscriptions.  

Still feeling overwhelmed? We're always here to help. Drop us a question in the comments or shoot us an email with your question. And remember: this is just the beginning. Your growth has no limits.

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