Electrology Licensing Program for Tennessee

Tennessee is what we refer to as a licensed state, because it regulates the practice of electrology through licensing. The Tennessee Health Related Boards set the standards for those interested in becoming an electrologist in Tennessee. Completing 600 hours of electrology training is required before being allowed to sit for your state electrology licensing exam. However, in contrast to many other licensed states, those who wish to become a licensed electrologist in Tennessee must also complete certain other credit hours. Contact Ron Davis, Director of AIE today so that he can explain these requirements to you.

Our 600 hour electrology program meets Tennessee’s training requirements and is delivered in two modules, in a combination of online and onsite study. To make training as manageable as possible, all theory can be completed online and constitutes 45% of the curriculum or 272 hours, while the hands-on practical training is done in-school and is 55% of the curriculum or 328 hours. Theory and practical training modules may be taken separately or together.

This program is offered on an open-enrollment basis, so you may start any day you wish and you can complete your training on a flexible schedule. You may complete your training in as little as 4 months or take as long as 18 months. The choice is all yours! Upon graduating, you'll have the credibility that automatically comes with the professional designation, "Licensed Electrologist," and you’ll be prepared to start your new career.

Continue reading for curriculum details, more information on our program pricing, our scholarship program and our convenient tuition payment options.

Over the past 35 years, we’ve trained students from across the U S and as far away as Canada, China, Israel and Japan.

Today, many States allow combination programs that are comprised of Online Theory that is completed from the comfort of your home and in-school practical training that is completed in our school in Tustin, CA. Call us for information specific to your State licensing requirements. Combination Programs save you time and money. About 40% of your training can be completed online and you can start whenever you want. We’ll ship your textbook to you. Download your study guides and take practice exams online at your convenience.

How To Apply

You apply for our ONLINE COURSES and ONSITE COURSES using the same application.
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Features of the Program:

• Start on-line any time and begin training in a matter of a couple of days.
• Take as long as you want to complete the theory portion of the program.
• Study the theory from the comfort of your home.

Course Outline

GENERAL THEORY

A) INTRODUCTION TO ELECTROLOGY

• This includes 1) the history of electrology, 2) current methods of permanent and temporary hair removal.

B) BASIC SCIENCE

• A specific study of the following as these areas pertains to electrology;
  1. Anatomy and physiology
  2. Cytology
  3. Histology
  4. Survey of body systems: nervous, endocrine, lymphatic, cardiovascular, digestive, respiratory, excretory, reproductive, skeletal, muscular, and integumentary
  5. Dermatology: normal integument, diseases of the skin
  6. Hair: structure and function, growth cycles, regrowth
  7. Hypertrichosis, hirsutism: causes, evaluation, treatment
  8. Contraindications to electrology
  9. Microbiology: a study of microorganisms, personal hygiene, hand washing, sanitation, antisepsis, disinfection, sterilization, aseptic techniques
  10. Immunology
  11. Basic electricity
  12. Modalities of electrology: electrolysis, single needle method and multiple needle method, thermolysis, manual and automatic method, and the blend method
  13. Electrology techniques and variables, a) techniques, b) variables, probes, intensity, timing, depth of insertion
• Operation, care, maintenance of equipment and instruments.

C) PSYCHOLOGY

1. Psychology as related to unwanted hair
2. Interpersonal skills
3. Stress management and relaxation techniques

D) PROFESSIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

1. Maintenance of professional standards
2. Professional associations
3. Ethical issues
4. Legal issues
5. Business principles and practices
   1. Organization and supervision of an office
   2. Office procedures and management
   3. Record keeping
   4. Bookkeeping and accounting
   5. Taxes
   6. Insurance liability (malpractice, property damage)
   7. Public relations and advertising
   8. Time management

CLINICAL PRACTICE

1. Interpersonal skills
2. Health history assessment
3. Consultation
4. Contraindications
5. Positioning and draping
6. Lighting and optics
7. Pre and post-treatment care
8. Modalities (electrolysis, thermolysis, blend)
9. Epilation techniques
10. Practice on all body areas
11. Aesthetic / cosmetic considerations
12. Side effects, tissue injury, and complications
13. Treatment records
14. Evaluation of treatment progress

Tuition Information

Tuition Includes: All training, the program text book, all study guides and all tests taken in the school, all disposable supplies and a supply kit that allows you to work in the school clinic.

Students graduate with a certificate of completion and a proof of training certificate that allows them to sit for the State Board licensing exam.

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