There are at least 10 great reasons to join this gratifying profession.
After completing 1100 hours of classroom or virtual instruction and passing the State Board Exam, you can be licensed to practice.
The cost of electrology training is significantly less than a college degree with excellent earning potential.
You can open your own practice or work for someone else, giving you control over your career path.
The average electrologist charges $60 to $100 per hour, sometimes more depending on the local market.
You choose when and how many hours you want to work — days, evenings, or weekends.
Meet clients, develop relationships, and help them achieve their goals of looking and feeling better.
Starting your own practice is a minimal investment (~$10,000) compared to other self-employment opportunities.
There is currently one school in Massachusetts — located in Tewksbury, MA. More information is on the school’s website.
Electrology has remained strong through recessions and events like the Coronavirus pandemic. Clients rely on our high standards of practice.
Professional electrologists can join the Massachusetts Association of Electrologists for education, advocacy, and peer support.
Massachusetts Association of Electrologists is affiliated with the American Electrology Association, Inc. (AEA), the largest international electrology membership organization. The AEA and MAE provide programs, resources and continuing education that benefit the electrologist, the profession and the consumer.
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