Course Curriculum

Hirsutism, Hypertrichosis, and Superfluous Hair
Instructor: Joanie Gonella, CPE
2 Hours of Continuing Education - $75

(Not AEA pre-approved)

This course provides electrologists with a clinical and empathetic framework for understanding, identifying, and treating various types of excessive hair growth. Participants will learn to differentiate between hirsutism, hypertrichosis, and superfluous hair through medical, hormonal, and contextual assessment. The course integrates anatomy, endocrinology, and psychology with practical electrology treatment planning, empowering practitioners to recognize when to treat, when to refer, and how to communicate sensitively with clients who may be struggling with visible or hormonally driven hair growth.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Differentiate between hirsutism, hypertrichosis, and superfluous hair using clinical and contextual criteria.

  • Identify underlying causes, including endocrine, genetic, iatrogenic, and idiopathic factors, and recognize red-flag signs requiring medical referral.
     
  • Apply evidence-based treatment strategies tailored to each condition within the scope of electrology practice. 
     
  • Integrate consultation skills, client education, and interdisciplinary referral pathways for comprehensive client care. 
     
  • Navigate the psychosocial and emotional aspects of excessive hair growth with sensitivity, affirming language, and professionalism.



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Meet our instructors

Joanie Gonella

CPE

Joanie Gonella has a bachelors degree in the field of Neuroscience from the University of California, Irvine and a post-graduate certificate in Pre-Health sciences from Florida Atlantic University. Ms. Gonella obtained her license as a professional Electrologist in California in 2003. She now has 20 years of experience as an electrologist, owns and operates a successful salon in Orange County, California, and is an instructor, administrator and co-owner of California Electrology Academy, one of three electrology schools in California. Recognizing the importance of education, development and modernization, Joanie Gonella regularly gives lectures and seminars both nationally and internationally.