Cosmetology Ethics and Professionalism

Cosmetology Ethics Quiz

Setting of Code of Ethics

• The code of ethics for the cosmetology profession is set by state boards

Characteristics of Good Ethical Standards

• Good ethical standards include cooperation, honesty, and compassion
• Punctuality is not a characteristic of good ethical standards in this context

Traits of Professionalism

• Commitment is a trait essential to reaching the heights of professionalism
• Ruthlessness, perfectionism, and good connections are not essential traits of professionalism

Moral Principles

• Ethics are the moral principles we live and work by
• Honesty, goals, and character are not the moral principles we live and work by

Sense of Integrity

• A sense of integrity would prevent you from stealing clients
• A sense of integrity would not prevent you from talking too loud, self-criticism, or procrastinating

Cosmetology Ethics

• The code of ethics for the cosmetology profession is set by cosmetology schools.

Essential Qualities for Professionalism

• Good ethical standards include cooperation.
• Commitment is an essential trait to reach professionalism.
• A healthy, good attitude includes qualities except good communication.

Importance of Attitude and Emotional Stability

• Your attitude is a reflection of your communication skills.
• Emotional stability allows expressing emotions appropriately.
• Understanding others' needs and motives helps prepare for various situations.

Managing Stress and Dealing with Difficult Clients

• Taking deep breaths is an effective way to stay calm under stress.
• When dealing with difficult clients, the best approach is to agree with them and offer to remedy the situation.

Understanding Others

• When we understand the needs and motives of others, we can act more professionally.

Managing Stress

• A effective technique to stay calm under stress is to take deep breaths.

Dealing with Difficult Clients

• When dealing with difficult clients, it is best to agree with them and offer to remedy the situation.

Cosmetology Ethics

• The code of ethics for the cosmetology profession is set by cosmetology schools.
• Good ethical standards include honesty, compassion, and punctuality, but not cooperation.
• Commitment is a trait essential to reaching the heights of professionalism.
• Moral principles include ethics, which are the standards we live and work by, distinct from goals or character.
• A sense of integrity would prevent stealing clients or procrastinating, but not talking too loud or self-criticism.

Professionalism

• Attitude reflects communication skills, which are essential for a healthy, good attitude.
• Emotional stability allows expressing emotions appropriately, leading to better client interactions.
• Understanding the needs and motives of others enables acting professionally in all situations.
• Effective stress management techniques include taking deep breaths to stay calm.

Client Interactions

• When dealing with difficult clients, agree with them and offer to remedy the situation for a positive outcome.
• As a cosmetologist, you are perceived as a caregiver, so it is essential to take care of yourself to provide good service to clients.
• Avoid mixing personal and professional boundaries, ignoring your own needs, or giving personal advice to clients.

Test your knowledge of cosmetology ethics, including the setting of codes, characteristics of good ethical standards, and traits of professionalism. Covers cooperation, honesty, compassion, and more.