About Electrologists Association of Illinois
Association for Hair Removal Professionals in Illinois
The Electrology Association of Illinois (EAI) is a not for profit organization incorporated in 1939 in the state of Illinois. The state of Illinois has required electrologists to obtain a license since July 1, 2006.
EAI represents needle therapists dedicated to the profession of permanent hair removal. Our main objective is to establish, maintain and promote the field of electrolysis as an allied health profession.
We also enable our members to grow professionally and personally by:
- Providing opportunities for the exchange of experiences and opinions through discussion, study, publications and networking.
- Developing and promoting high standards of ethics for personal and professional conduct among electrologists.
- Promoting the "Standards of Practice for Electrologists" as developed by the AEA.
- Developing the highest standards of electrology education by providing continuing education events which conform to national CEU standards.
- Enabling electrologists to improve their abilities. Promote the purpose and effectiveness of electrolysis by means consistent with public interest.
- Promoting uniformity of regulations and standards affecting the electrolysis profession.
- Maintaining an effective affiliation with the AEA.
EAI is affiliated with the American Electrology Association, Inc. (AEA), the largest international electrology membership organization. The AEA has provided many programs that benefit the electrologist, the profession and the consumer. Many of our members assumed the added commitment of International Board Certification, by passing a voluntary certification examination. They became Certified Professional electrologists (CPEs) and are challenged to improving their knowledge and practice through the AEA's Continuing Education and Recertification programs, which require 75 hours of approved continuing education every five years to recertify.
Our members follow the Department of Health's Infection Control and Sterilization procedures which are based on the AEA's Infection Control Standards and approved by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).
The EAI Standard - Electrologists You Can Trust
Membership in the Electrologists Association of Illinois and the American Electrology Association is open to electrologists who have met the following requirements:
Education Requirement
Possession of a high school diploma or GED equivalent is mandatory for membership eligibility.
Training Completion
Completion of an electrologist training program at a recognized school is required. The training should encompass a minimum of 600 hrs; Examination: IBEC; 3.0 CEUs every 2 years, covering both theoretical knowledge and hands-on practice.
Apprenticeship Affidavit
Electrologists trained through an apprenticeship program must provide a notarized affidavit from an accepted apprenticeship instructor. The instructor must hold the Certified Professional Electrologist credential for a minimum of 5 years prior to training apprentice electrologists.
Adherence to Professional Standards
Members of Electrologists Association of Illinois are required to acknowledge and adhere to the Electrologist Code of Ethics set forth by the American Electrology Association (AEA). They are also required to commit to maintaining the Standards of Practice and Infection Prevention standards specific to electrologists.
Illinois Guidelines
Electrolysis hair removal is regulated in the state of Illinois by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation - Division of Professional Regulation
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Electrologists in Illinois are required to meet the following requirements:
600 hrs; Examination: IBEC; 3.0 CEUs every 2 years
18 yrs. High school or GED equiv.
Choosing an electrologist who is a member of the Electrologists Association of Illinois ensures that you are selecting a hair removal professional that meets Illinois's licensing requirements, as well as the nationally established standard developed by the American Electrology Association.
Additional Reading
Standards of Practice
Code of Ethics
Infection Prevention Standards
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Electrologists Association of Illinois is affiliated with the American Electrology Association, Inc. (AEA), the largest international electrology membership organization. Membership in EAI and the AEA provide access to many programs and resources that benefit the electrologist, the profession and the consumer.
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