CEICI study plan
CEICI · Give each week a clear focus.
8 weeks · About 7 hours per week
Electrology Modalities and Techniques & Anatomy and Physiology of Skin and Hair
Distinguish galvanic, thermolysis, and blend modalities by current type, mechanism of action, and typical indications
Label a skin cross-section diagram from memory including epidermis layers, dermis, and hypodermis
Trace the hair growth cycle and identify which phase each modality targets
List the components of a professional epilator and state the function of each
Your checkpoint
A one-page modality comparison table plus a hand-drawn, fully labeled skin and hair follicle diagram scored against a checklist
Electrology Modalities and Techniques & Anatomy and Physiology of Skin and Hair
Explain how current, intensity, and timing interact to produce effective epilation without overtreatment
Describe the anatomy of the follicle, sebaceous gland, and arrector pili and their relevance to probe insertion
Compare anagen, catagen, and telogen follicles in terms of treatment response
Sequence the steps of a complete epilation treatment from preparation to post-treatment care
Your checkpoint
A written 10-step treatment sequence with the rationale for each step, reviewed against course notes
Hair and Skin Conditions, Disorders, and Contraindications & Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety
Differentiate common skin and hair conditions from true contraindications using a self-built classification chart
Identify bacterial, viral, and fungal conditions that require treatment deferral
State the standard steps of hand hygiene, skin disinfection, and instrument reprocessing
Match each category of instrument to its required level of decontamination
Your checkpoint
A contraindication reference chart with at least 20 conditions sorted into treat, defer, and refer categories
Infection Control, Sanitation, and Safety & Hair and Skin Conditions, Disorders, and Contraindications
Apply standard precautions to a written scenario involving a client with a bloodborne pathogen risk
Explain safe sharps handling, probe disposal, and needlestick response steps
Recognize signs of skin infection or irritation that warrant stopping a treatment
Demonstrate correct donning and doffing order for personal protective equipment
Your checkpoint
A scored infection-control scenario exercise with written answers to 10 safety situations
Client Consultation, Assessment, and Treatment Planning & Professional Standards, Ethics, and Scope of Practice
Structure a client consultation that captures medical history, medications, and skin assessment
Write intake questions that surface contraindications without diagnosing
Draft a treatment plan for three sample client profiles with differing needs
Summarize scope-of-practice boundaries and when to refer to a physician
Your checkpoint
Three complete sample consultation forms with treatment plans and referral notes where appropriate
Professional Standards, Ethics, and Scope of Practice & Epilation Practice and Treatment Delivery
Apply informed consent, confidentiality, and documentation standards to written cases
Identify scope-of-practice violations in five short scenarios and state the correct action
Describe probe selection, insertion angle, and depth principles for different body areas
Outline post-treatment care instructions and expected skin reactions
Your checkpoint
A five-scenario ethics and scope exercise with written corrections plus a client aftercare handout
Epilation Practice and Treatment Delivery & Electrology Modalities and Techniques
Plan treatment intervals and session timing based on hair growth cycles
Adjust technique parameters for sensitive areas, dense growth, and curved follicles
List troubleshooting responses for common treatment reactions
Build a treatment record that documents parameters and outcomes
Your checkpoint
A completed mock treatment record with parameter log and a written plan for a six-session client course
Professional Practice and Business Management & Professional Standards, Ethics, and Scope of Practice & Client Consultation, Assessment, and Treatment Planning
Draft a basic business plan outline covering licensing, insurance, and record retention
Explain professional liability and continuing education obligations
Complete a timed mixed-domain practice set and score it
Review missed items and rewrite weak concepts in your own words
Your checkpoint
A timed 60-question practice exam with a scored answer key and a written remediation list
Milestones
Week 2: Score at least 80% on a self-made 20-question quiz covering domains 2 and 4 without notes
Week 4: Pass a verbal or written walkthrough of infection-control steps with no missed critical safety step
Week 6: Complete all three consultation forms and correctly identify every scope violation in the five scenarios
Week 8: Achieve 80% or higher on the timed 60-question mixed practice exam and close all remediation items