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On-Site Electrology Program

Perhaps a new career in Electrology is what you've been looking for! Begin a rewarding and high paying career in electrology with the American Institute of Education.

What Exactly is Electrology?
Electrology is the study of permanent hair removal with the use of an electric needle or probe, utilizing three modalities known as Electrolysis, Thermolysis and Blend.

600 Hour Electrology Program

This program is designed for comprehensive training in permanent hair removal. Our program covers much more than basic training in the field of electrology.

Course Outline & Hours Earned

GENERAL THEORY (350 COURSE HOURS)
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, including intensity, timing, depth of insertion
  14. 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
    a) Organization and supervision of an office
    b) Office procedures and management
    c) Record keeping
    d) Bookkeeping and accounting
    e) Taxes
    f) Insurance liability (malpractice, property damage)
    g) Public relations and advertising
    h) Time management
CLINICAL PRACTICE (250 COURSE HOURS)
  A. Interpersonal skills
B. Health history assessment
C. Consultation
D. Contraindications
E. Positioning and draping
F. Lighting and optics
G. Pre and post-treatment care
H. Modalities (electrolysis, thermolysis, blend)
I. Epilation techniques
J. Practice on all body areas
K. Aesthetic / cosmetic considerations
L. Side effects, tissue injury, and complications
M. Treatment records
N. Evaluation of treatment progress

Chapter Material Earned Hours
1 The Causes of Hair Problems 30
2 Structure and Dynamics of Hair & Skin 30
3 A Practical Analysis of The Hair & Skin 30
4 Neurology & Angiology 30
5 Bacteriology & Disinfection 30
6 Dermatology 30
7 Principles of Electricity and Equipment 30
8 Electrolysis 30
9 Thermolysis 30
10 The Blend 30
11 The Needle 15
12 General Treatment Procedure 15
13 Treatment of Specific Areas 10
14 Developing a Practice 10

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.

Description Cost                  
Program Cost (total) $7,605

How To Apply

You apply for our ONLINE COURSES and ONSITE COURSES using the same application. What are you waiting for? RESERVE YOUR SPACE IN OUR PROGRAM TODAY! Use the information below to apply online or contact us with questions.

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