21 N.C. Admin. Code 6X.0101

Current through Register Vol. 39, No. 13, January 2, 2025

Section 06X .0101 - CURRICULUM

(a) The course of study for electrolysis shall consist of at least 600 clock hours of instruction in theory and clinical practice as set out in the following table:

Subject	Theory Hours	Clinical Hours
General Orientation	20	0
Rules of the school
Personal hygiene and dress
Professional ethics and office rules
State and local laws governing electrolysis
History of electrolysis
Trichology (Hair Growth)	20	0
Hair structure and function
Growth cycles, including regrowth cycles
Follicle structure and function
Endocrinology	20	0
Causes of hair growth, including new hair stimulation
Study and function of glands
Dermatology	30	0
Skin structure and function
Disease of the skin (as related to the practice of electrology)
Reaction of the skin as related to the clinical application of electrolysis
Neurology/Angiology (as related to electrology)	20	0
Nervous system
Pain thresholds
Pain variables
Synoptic responses
Circulatory system
Cardiovascular system
Lymphatic system
Bacteriology	25	40
Sanitation
Sterilization
Rules and standards promulgated by the Board
Principles of Electricity	20	80
Short wave (Alternating) current
Direct (Galvanic) current
Equipment	30	200
Modalities
Electrolysis (DC - Galvanic)
Thermolysis (SW - Shortwave)
Blend (Combination of Galvanic and Shortwave)
Variables
Probes
Intensity
Timing
Depth of insertion
Equipment maintenance and upkeep
General Treatment Procedure	25	30
Consultation with clients
Consultation instruction shall include methods of developing case histories and health history assessments and providing information on hair growth cycles, modalities used, pain factors, scheduling of appointments, and fees
Positioning and draping
Development of Practice	20	20
Public relations and advertisement
Office procedure and management
Record keeping
Telephone etiquette
Housekeeping (Office)
Totals:	230	370

(b) The course of study for laser hair removal shall consist of at least 30 clock hours of instruction in theory and clinical practice, with a minimum of 20 hours in practical hands-on instruction and at least 10 hours of basic science (Didactic) instruction in the use of laser and light-based hair removal or reduction devices in the following topics:

(1) biology of hair;

(2) laser and light-based terminology;

(3) laser physics;

(4) types of laser and light-based hair removal devices;

(5) safety and precautions;

(6) tissue interaction;

(7) Fitzpatrick skin typing;

(8) patient history form and consultation;

(9) treatment contraindications;

(10) sterilization procedures;

(11) draping of patient;

(12) pre-treatment and post-treatment care;

(13) photo documentation; and

(14) photosensitive drugs and disorders.

21 N.C. Admin. Code 06X .0101

Authority G.S. 88A-6; 88A-19; 88A-19.1;
Eff. June 1, 1993;
Amended Eff. December 1, 2010;
Readopted Eff. September 1, 2019;
Recodified from 21 NCAC 19 .0601 Eff. January 1, 2023.

Authority G.S. 88A-6; 88A-19; 88A-19.1;
Eff. 6/1/1993;
Amended Eff. 12/1/2010;
Readopted Eff. 9/1/2019;
Recodified from 21 NCAC 19 .0601 Eff. 1/1/2023.