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Certificate of Health and Human Sciences
Faculty of Esthetics
Electrolysis
Duration: 1 semester
Program Description
The Electrolysis program is designed to provide the esthetician with enhanced hair removal processes through the use of electrolysis. It will provide the student with a complete and comprehensive understanding of the biological causes of unwanted hair growth. The student will be able to make a practical analysis of the type of hair and skin which will help to identify various disorders that may cause hair growth and in turn determine the strategy for treatment to offer the client. The student will cover all aspects of recent changes and advances in training and technology. They will have the opportunity to understand and perform electrolysis, thermolysis, and the blend methods of permanently removing hair from both women and men. The student will be trained in all aspects of starting and operating an electrolysis clinic.
Program Course
ELEC Electrolysis
Topics include:
Structure and Dynamics of Hair and Skin
Dermatology
Bacteriology
Neurology and Angiology
Electricity
Professional Ethics
The Blend Method
Practical Analysis of Skin and Hair
Electrolysis
The Needle
Causes of Hair Growth
Thermolysis
Consultation
Developing a Practice
Employment Opportunities
Upon successful completion of the Electrolysis program, graduates are qualified to work in a variety of areas. Some electrologists aim to become self-employed, some own their own salon, or rent out space in a salon. Depending on circumstances or specific hiring practices electrologists could work alone, or in a salon with other technicians.
Entrance Requirements
High School Graduates or Equivalent
High School Graduates or equivalent are eligible for admission to the Electrolysis program. Students must complete an application form and provide a copy of High School, Adult Basic Education, or G.E.D. results. Under certain circumstances students who do not meet the formal High School requirements may be accepted upon the recommendation of a High School Principal or Guidance Counselor. Please contact an Admissions Officer for further details.
Mature Students
Mature students are eligible for admission to the Electrolysis program. These students must be 19 years of age or older, complete an application form, provide a copy of most recent marks, and write a Canadian Adult Achievement Test (CAAT) as arranged by Academy Canada.
For further information, please contact an Admissions Officer at 1-800-561-8000.
Program start dates are subject to sufficient enrollment.
Academy Canada reserves the right to modify any programs, courses, topics, objectives, etc.
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