Chapter 06. Electrology Programs
Regulation .01 Application for Approval.LinkCopy Citation
A.
An institution shall be approved by the Board before initiating an electrology program.
B.
An institution seeking approval of an educational program shall submit to the Board:
(1)
A completed application on a form required by the Board;
(2)
A copy of the curriculum and course outline:
(a)
Describing how the program meets the requirements of Regulations .04 and .05 of this chapter; and
(b)
Providing for at least 600 hours of instruction;
(3)
A copy of the course catalog; and
(4)
Evidence of approval by MHEC.
C.
The Board shall notify the educational program of its decision within 60 days of the day a completed application is received by the Board.
Regulation .02 Enrollment.LinkCopy Citation
At the time of enrollment, an institution shall:
A.
Provide each student with a copy of the Maryland Electrologists Act and the regulations under this subtitle;
B.
Provide each student with a copy of the course outline;
C.
Require the student to provide evidence of an eye examination and successful correction of any visual deficiency; and
D.
Have available a sufficient supply of approved textbooks.
Regulation .03 Theory Program.LinkCopy Citation
A.
A theory program shall:
(1)
Be taught by a licensed electrology instructor;
(2)
Consist of at least 200 hours; and
(3)
Administer the theoretical study in not less than five sessions consisting of not more than 6 hours in each of the following subjects:
(a)
Introduction, which shall include:
(i)
The history and definition of electrology; and
(ii)
State laws and regulations governing the practice of electrology and requirements for licensure;
(b)
Anatomy of skin and hair;
(c)
Physiology of skin and hair;
(d)
Bacteriology;
(e)
Sanitation, disinfection, and sterilization procedures as described in COMAR 10.53.09;
(f)
Dermatology;
(g)
Neurology;
(h)
Cardiovascular system;
(i)
Endocrine system, with emphasis on adrenal glands and ovaries;
(j)
Hirsutism, including causes, testing, and treatment;
(k)
Alternative methods of hair removal;
(l)
Contraindications for electrolysis treatments;
(m)
Taking patient history; and
(n)
Professional ethics as set forth in COMAR 10.53.05.
B.
Members of the Committee shall be permitted to monitor the course at any time.
Regulation .04 Clinical Program.LinkCopy Citation
A.
A clinical program shall:
(1)
Be taught by a licensed electrology instructor;
(2)
Consist of at least 400 hours;
(3)
Administer the clinical training in a semester consisting of not less than 3 months; and
(4)
Ensure that each day of clinical study consists of not more than:
(a)
6 hours of training; or
(b)
2 hours of training if on the same day as theory instruction.
B.
There shall be at least one licensed instructor in attendance at all times for ten students or less. A student may not be assigned in any capacity to instruct another student.
C.
The curriculum shall include:
(1)
Introduction, which shall include:
(a)
The definition of electrology; and
(b)
State laws and regulations governing the practice of electrology and requirements for licensure;
(2)
Professional ethics as set forth in COMAR 10.53.05;
(3)
Case history and record keeping;
(4)
Consultation;
(5)
Electrolysis, thermolysis, and the blend;
(6)
Electricity;
(7)
Needle types and performance;
(8)
Sanitation, disinfection, and sterilization procedures as described in COMAR 10.53.09;
(9)
Structure and dynamics of hair;
(10)
Regrowth;
(11)
Interpretation of hair growth patterns;
(12)
Evaluation of tissue before, during, and after treatment;
(13)
Draping, positioning, and lighting;
(14)
Post-treatment;
(15)
Insertions and epilations;
(16)
Adverse reactions and contraindications of all hair removal methods;
(17)
Normal and abnormal healing;
(18)
Scheduling of appropriate follow-up treatments;
(19)
Developing a practice; and
(20)
Review of theory and clinical studies.
D.
An electrology program shall be taught in a facility that complies with Regulation .05 of this chapter.
Regulation .05 Physical Facilities and Equipment.LinkCopy Citation
A.
A program facility shall be sufficient to accommodate the student body, lecturers, and clinical demonstrations.
B.
A program facility shall be adequately lighted, well-ventilated, and in sanitary condition at all times.
C.
A sink with hot and cold running water shall be in or adjoining each treatment room for proper hand washing.
D.
Epilators (electrolysis, thermolysis, and the blend) shall be of the type approved by the FCC and registered with the FDA.
E.
A program facility shall provide modern professional equipment and provide and maintain the following for its students:
(1)
One approved epilator for every four students;
(2)
One professional table and adjustable stool for every four students;
(3)
One professional lamp for every four students;
(4)
One dry heat or autoclave unit for sterilization; and
(5)
Adequate supplies.
F.
A facility shall display in a conspicuous place a sign, consisting of at least 2-inch letters, that states “ALL ELECTROLOGY TREATMENTS PERFORMED IN THIS FACILITY ARE PERFORMED BY STUDENTS”.
Regulation .06 Student Clinical Practice.LinkCopy Citation
A.
Before a student renders treatment, a patient shall be required to sign an informed consent agreement.
B.
Clinical services may be performed by students only:
(1)
Within the facility; and
(2)
Under the direct supervision of a licensed instructor.
C.
A program facility may charge a fee for treatment rendered by a student to cover the cost of supplies only.
D.
Members of the Committee shall be permitted to inspect the program facility at any time or request the program to complete an Institutional review report at any time.
Regulation .07 Reporting.LinkCopy Citation
A.
An educational program shall:
(1)
Keep a record of each student’s:
(a)
Application;
(b)
Current address and telephone number;
(c)
Date of enrollment;
(d)
Attendance;
(e)
Number of hours completed; and
(f)
Grades achieved; and
(2)
Make the record available to the Board at the Board's request.
B.
A program shall submit to the Board for approval any changes made to an approved program.
Regulation .08 Violations.LinkCopy Citation
The Board may remove approval from an electrology program if the program:
A.
Is guilty of fraud or deceit in obtaining or attempting to obtain approval;
B.
Acts in a manner inconsistent with generally accepted standards for the practice of electrology;
C.
Advertises in a manner that the Board determines violates Health Occupations Article, §8-6B-23, Annotated Code of Maryland;
D.
Violates the standards set under Health Occupations Article, §8-6B-23, Annotated Code of Maryland, if the program:
(1)
Receives a notice of deficiency; and
(2)
Fails to correct a deficiency within a time period set by the notice of deficiency; or
E.
No longer operates a program that qualifies for approval under Health Occupations Article, §8-6B-16, Annotated Code of Maryland.
Chapter annotations
Authority: Health Occupations Article, §§8-201, 8-205, 8-206, and 8-6B-01—8-6B-29, Annotated Code of Maryland
History: Effective date: January 16, 1984 (11:1 Md. R. 44)
History: Regulation .01B—D amended and .01G—J adopted effective August 5, 1991 (18:15 Md. R. 1727)
History: Regulation .01K adopted effective March 14, 1994 (21:5 Md. R. 404)
History: Regulation .01, Sterilization Procedures, repealed and new Regulations .01—.08 adopted under new chapter, Electrology Programs, effective June 20, 2005 (32:12 Md. R. 1047)
History: Regulation .05 amended effective May 20, 2019 (46:10 Md. R. 490)
History: Regulation .06C, D amended effective May 20, 2019 (46:10 Md. R. 490)
History: Regulation .07 amended effective May 20, 2019 (46:10 Md. R. 490)