This is a practical and knowledge-based qualification, which will prepare you to work as a laser / IPL therapist for all types of hair removal and skin rejuvenation as well body shaping treatments with the most popular available noninvasive technologies. This intensive hands-on training program with 320 credit hours will cover how lasers and IPL work including the physics of lasers / IPL and the interaction of lasers with a tissue.  Information on the most commonly used dermatologic lasers and their parameters will be presented. An overview of the anatomy and physiology of skin and hair, parameters for permanent hair reduction, photo facial, vascular and pigmented lesions, and tattoo removal will be an important part of the course.

The lectures will include Lasers / IPL mediated skin tightening and resurfacing, acne treatment, pigmentation and vascular lesions removal, skin typing, and operational and treatment safety measures. Discussion of the management and treatment of adverse events, the benefits, expected results and outcomes, and available alternative treatments will be covered. Focus on patient consultation, selection and education, safety and efficacy issues, and important criteria for successful treatment are included in the program.

As a Laser / Aesthetics therapist, you make complex, high level, independent judgments in consulting with clients and analyzing their skin and hair characteristics, designing and evaluating intense pulsed light and laser hair reduction treatment programs, selecting and using appropriate technology, and in compliance with regulatory requirements by responsible authorities.