Electrolysis = Permanent Hair Removal
Kansas Association of Professional Electrologists, Inc.
How to become an electrologist in Kansas
KBOC Requisites
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The KBOC applications for professional licensure require verification of graduation from an accred-ited high school or equivalent, a social security card and a US issued photo ID, an attestation if applicable to staus of felony convictions & other disciplinay actions as well as verification of training that is acceptable to KBOC and passing the state licensing exams.
See: The Statutes and Regulations
relating to Cosmetology, Nail Technology, Esthetics, and Electrology
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Electrology Education
Consult with KBOC before starting any electrolysis school or any type of training for electrolysis because the nuances of acceptance of hours for electrologist licensure has changed over time.
KBOC educational requirements for electrology students are 500 clock hours frrom an electrology school which KBOC will accept OR 1000 clock hours apprenticeship from a KS state licensed electrologist with an KS electrology instructor's license. KS does not currently have any in-state electrology schools
Kansas State
License Exams
Once one has completed electrolysis training via school program or apprenticeship then one can prepare to pass the written theory exam and the written practical exam.
KBOC contracts with the National Testing Network to administer these examinations and provide candidate services for the KBOC.
The Electrology Candidate Information Bulletin has
the information you need to complete the exam process to receive your earned electrology license. See:
https://cosmetologykansas.com/handbooks.cfm and select "electrologist".
Questions about the possibility of a new career
If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about becoming a Kansas state licensed electrologist, send an email and I’ll be happy to visit with you on the process.
Barbara Greathouse, Board Member
Kansas Association of Professional Electrologists
bgreathousecpe@gmail.com
I'm Licensed
Now What?
Once you are licensed you will want to join the Kansas Association of Professional Electrologists. One of our purposes is to cultivate camaraderie and communications between members as we learn from speakers and each other.
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Also, the American Electrology Association offers many membership benefits and once you have been in practice for a year you will be eligible to take the voluntary Certified Professional Electrologist (CPE).
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