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What is a wellness spa manager and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
2 min read
ScoreWellness Spa ManagerUS Average
Salary
3.2

Avg. Salary $41,068

Avg. Salary $59,228

Diversity
6.5
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 1.24%

Asian 5.13%

Black or African American 12.23%

Hispanic or Latino 15.87%

Unknown 4.62%

White 60.91%

Gender

female 94.12%

male 5.88%

Age - 44
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 44
Stress level
7.9

Stress level is high

7.1 - high

Complexity level
8.5

Complexity level is advanced

7 - challenging

Work life balance
8.1

Work life balance is good

6.4 - fair

Key steps to become a wellness spa manager

  1. Explore wellness spa manager education requirements

    Most common wellness spa manager degrees

    Bachelor's

    62.5 %

    Diploma

    25.0 %

    Doctorate

    12.5 %
  2. Start to develop specific wellness spa manager skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Spa Treatments53.73%
    Customer Service28.91%
    Phone Calls17.35%
  3. Complete relevant wellness spa manager training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New wellness spa managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a wellness spa manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real wellness spa manager resumes.
  4. Research wellness spa manager duties and responsibilities

    • Maintain club cleanliness, manage expenses, maximize profit, and create a positive environment for both members and employees.
    • Supervise administrative functions and ensure all records, payroll and schedules remain up-to-date and file appropriately.
    • Perform aromatherapy facials according to Aveda procedures.
  5. Apply for wellness spa manager jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a wellness spa manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average wellness spa manager salary

The average wellness spa manager salary in the United States is $41,068 per year or $20 per hour. Wellness spa manager salaries range between $18,000 and $90,000 per year.

Average wellness spa manager salary
$41,068 Yearly
$19.74 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

Zippia Research Team
Zippia Team

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The Zippia Research Team has spent countless hours reviewing resumes, job postings, and government data to determine what goes into getting a job in each phase of life. Professional writers and data scientists comprise the Zippia Research Team.

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