National Electrology Written Examination

NATIONAL ELECTROLOGY WRITTEN EXAMINATION CANDIDATE INFORMATION BULLETIN Please visit www.nictesting.org for the most current bulletin prior to testing. The National Electrology examination is the national licensure examination for Electrologists, which is developed and administered by the National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC). This Candidate Information Bulletin includes the content outline covered by the NIC National Electrology examination. The time allowed for the Electrology written examination is 90 minutes. SCIENTIFIC Human Physiology and Client Record Keeping SAMPLE QUESTIONS CONCEPTS Anatomy Medical history Cells 65% Conditions The following sample Tissues questions are similar to those Contraindications Organs on the NIC Electrology Infection Control Medications Systems and their Written Examination. Each Microbiology functions Record of treatment question is followed by four Bacteria Understand skin histology Modality used answer choices. Only one Viruses Layers of the skin Machine settings choice is correct. Correct Fungi Structures of the skin Treatment area answers are listed following the sample questions. Parasites Functions of the skin Size and type of Methods of infection Diseases and disorders of needle/probe 1. Disease producing control the skin Products used bacteria are called Heat Primary lesions a. hyperemia. Chemical agents Secondary lesions Safe Practices b. pathogenic. Ultraviolet Sebaceous disorders Equipment & supplies c. hypo-allergenic. d. non-pathogenic. Levels of infection control Sudoriferous Equipment operation disorders Sanitation and maintenance Pigmentation Disinfection Safety procedures 2. Which of the following Inflammation Sterilization Types of machines would result in the Hypertrophies Safety procedures Use and care of GREATEST production of Hair and its growth cycle needles/probes lye? Center for Disease Hair structure Disposable supplies a. Increase both current Control (CDC) and time OSHA standards Hair types Client Protection Hair growth cycles b. Decrease both current Chemicals (labeling, and time Regrowth Draping procedures mixing, storage) c. Increase current and Excessive hair Eye protection decrease time growth Maltreatment d. Decrease current and Basic Concepts of Electricity Positioning increase time Characteristics of electricity and electrical SERVICES Client 3. Hair grows from the papilla measurement 35% Electrologist by multiplication of the Types Selection of needle or a. matrix cells. Consultation Direct currents probe b. stratum lucidum. Alternating currents Confidentiality Skin type c. papillary layer. Modalities of Electrolysis Previous treatments Hair type d. reticular region. Explanation of treatment Galvanic Insertion of needle/probe 4. What temporary method of Thermolysis Possible effects from treatment Angle hair removal accelerates the Blend shedding of the horny layer Expected result of Depth of the skin? treatment Basic Chemistry a. Bleaching Grounded plugs Organic and inorganic Treatment Selection b. Depilatory matter Effects of temporary hair Electrolysis c. Threading Elements, compounds, and removal Thermolysis d. Clipping mixtures Physical Blend Acidity/alkalinity (pH) Chemical (i.e. Effect of galvanic action depilatory) After-care/home care Copyright National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology, Inc. | 1 Revised 7/2011 Ref. 10/2014 NIC ELECTROLOGY WRITTEN EXAMINATION CANDIDATE INFORMATION BULLETIN 5. Electrolysis is recognized as the only proven method of permanent hair removal by the a. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). b. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). c. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). d. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Answers 1. b 4. b 2. a 5. b 3. a Copyright National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology, Inc. | 2 Revised 7/2011 Ref/ 10/2014 ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH COSMETOLOGY SECTION COSMETOLOGY WRITTEN EXAMINATION INFORMATION 2. Upon completion of the online registration form, you will SCHEDULING PROCEDURES be given the available exam dates and locations for scheduling your examination. Select your desired testing date and location. The Arkansas Department of Health Cosmetology Section has contracted with PSI to provide examination services. The TELEPHONE REGISTRATION Department, through PSI, will exclusively use the National- Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC) PSI registrars are available at (800) 733-9267, during business examinations. hours as follows: You must apply with the Department to become eligible to Monday-Friday Saturday-Sunday take the examination. Eastern Time 7:30am - 10:00pm 9:00am - 5:30pm To access the application, please contact the Department. Central Time 6:30am – 9:00pm 8:00am - 4:30pm Mountain Time 5:30am – 8:00pm 7:00am - 3:30pm Arkansas Department of Health Cosmetology Section Pacific Time 4:30am – 7:00pm 6:00am - 2:30pm 4815 West Markham, Slot 8 Little Rock, AR 72205 CANCELING AN EXAMINATION APPOINTMENT Telephone #: (501) 682-2168 www.arkansas.gov/cos/ You may cancel and reschedule an examination appointment Once you have been approved by the Department, it is your without forfeiting your fee if your cancellation notice is responsibility to contact PSI to schedule for the examination. received 2 days before the scheduled examination date. You may call PSI at (800) 733-9267 or fax a note to (702) 932- Examination Fee $60 2666. Note: A voice mail message is not an acceptable form of The fee is for each examination, whether you are cancellation. Please use the PSI Website or call PSI and taking the examination for the first time or speak directly to a Customer Service Representative. repeating. Exam fees are paid directly to PSI; do not send exam MISSED APPOINTMENT OR LATE CANCELLATION fees to the Department. Exam fees are non-refundable, non-transferrable. Your registration will be invalid, you will not be able to take Your eligibility will be valid for one year. If you fail, the examination as scheduled, and you will forfeit your you may retest unlimited during the one year period. examination fee, if you: ▪ Do not cancel your appointment 2 days before the schedule examination date; INTERNET REGISTRATION ▪ Do not appear for your examination appointment; ▪ Arrive after examination start time; For the fastest and most convenient test scheduling process, ▪ Do not present proper identification when you arrive for PSI recommends that candidates register for their exams the examination. using the Internet. Candidates register online by accessing PSI’s registration website at www.psiexams.com. Internet EXAM ACCOMMODATIONS registration is available 24 hours a day. In order to register by Internet, complete the steps below: All examination centers are equipped to provide access in 1. Log onto PSI’s website, select the link associated with accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of the Arkansas examinations. Complete the associated 1990, and exam accommodations will be made in meeting a registration form online and submit your information to candidate's needs. Applicants with disabilities or those who PSI via the Internet. would otherwise have difficulty taking the examination must contact Arkansas Department of Health Cosmetology Section for approval. WWW.PSIEXAMS.COM Last Revised 7/3/2017 EXAMINATION SITE CLOSING FOR AN EMERGENCY Additionally, PSI has examination centers in many other regions across the United States. You may take the written In the event that severe weather or another emergency examination at any of these locations by calling (800) 733- forces the closure of an examination site on a scheduled 9267. You will need to speak with a Customer Service Rep to examination date, your examination will be rescheduled. PSI schedule outside of the state. personnel will attempt to contact you in this situation. However, you may check the status of your examination schedule by calling (800) 733-9267. Every effort will be made REPORTING TO THE EXAMINATION to reschedule your examination at a convenient time as soon as possible. CENTER On the day of the examination, you should arrive at least 30 COMPUTER EXAMINATION CENTER minutes before your appointment. This extra time is for LOCATIONS identification and familiarizing yourself with the examination process. If you arrive late, you may not be admitted to the examination center and you will forfeit your registration The licensing examinations are administered at the following fee. PSI examination center. REQUIRED IDENTIFICATION Bentonville Summit Aviation ▪ You must present one form of valid non-expired 2500 SW Aviation Street government issued identification with a photograph Bentonville, AR 72712 and your signature (i.e. driver’s license, state I-540 to exit 85. Take ramp right for US-71 BR/ AR-12 identification card or passport) in order to be toward Rogers/Airport/Bentonville. Turn left onto US-71 / admitted to the examination room at PSI. AR-12/W Walnut St. (Conoco on the corner). Keep right to stay on US-71. Turn left onto SW Airport Rd, bearing right SECURITY PROCEDURES onto SW Aviation Drive. ▪ Candidates may take only approved items into the Fayetteville examination room. Sky Venture Aviation Inc ▪ All personal belongings of candidates, with the exception 4500 S School Ave Suite C of close-fitting jackets or sweatshirts, should be placed Fayetteville, AR 72701 in the secure storage provided at each site prior to Take I 540 S to US 71S

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