Deliver light and laser hair removal and skin treatments safely, honestly and with confidence. This course explains how IPL, E-Light, SHR and diode laser work on hair and skin, and how to consult, skin type, patch test, plan a course, give aftercare and keep proper records.
Accredited CPD course: 12 CPD credits
The CPD Group accredited activity #1004199. Skintastic Aesthetic Lasers Ltd is an approved CPD provider (#777800). This is a CPD course: it is not a regulated qualification and carries no qualification level.
What this course covers
- UK law, laser safety, Local Rules, licensing and compliance
- How light-based treatments work, and the diode laser in depth
- The hair growth cycle, treatment times, intervals and course planning
- Fitzpatrick skin typing, patch testing, consultation, contraindications and consent
- Skin rejuvenation, and acne, pigmentation and vascular therapy in theory
- Aftercare, side effects, complications, case studies and records
- The IPL and E-Light operating procedure and SHR in depth
How it works
The course is blended: 12 hours in all, made up of 5 hours of home study and 7 hours of classroom guided learning on a training day at 26 The Avenue, Southampton. On the day you carry out six supervised, observed treatments on volunteer models: three hair removal and three skin rejuvenation. Acne, pigmentation and vascular treatments are taught in theory only. You will need a Laser and IPL Core of Knowledge certificate, Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology, and to be 18 or over.
Hours and entry requirements
12 CPD credits. Accredited by The CPD Group, activity #1004199. Skintastic Aesthetic Lasers Ltd is an approved CPD provider (#777800). This is a CPD course: it does not carry a qualification level.
Entry requirements: Essential: Laser and IPL Core of Knowledge certificate; Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology (Recognition of Prior Learning accepted against this, never for the practical or for Core of Knowledge); age 18 or over. Essential before you treat clients: training on the device you will use, and insurance that names each treatment and each device you use.
