IPL & LASER
Certificate in the Principles & Practice of Laser & IPL Hair Reduction & Skin Rejuvenation – level 3
NZD $149

course details
This advanced course comprises three bitesize modules, each competitively priced, allowing you to progress steadily through Level 3 knowledge content at your own pace without a burdensome up-front cost. It provides you with a fundamental understanding of all the key theory topics required before undertaking practical training.
Theory modules 1-3 are competitively priced and purchased separately in sequence.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
Laser Physics & Safety ‘Core of Knowledge’ Laser User – Level 4 or equivalent recognised certification course, and either:
- NVQ Level 2/3 Beauty Therapy Certificate
- Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy (SHB40115)
- New Zealand Certificate in Beauty Therapy (Level 4)or equivalent recognised certifications
01
module
Applied Skin & Hair Anatomy & Physiology & Client Consultation & Assessment for Laser & Light-Based Therapies
Includes 46-page Course Workbook, training video, multiple choice assessment and video transcript
Applied Skin & Hair Anatomy & Physiology
- Anatomy and functionality of hair and skin
- The photo-aging process in skin
- The anatomy and functionality of the layers of the skin
- The structure and function of the Circulatory, Lymphatic and Endocrine systems in relation to Laser and IPL treatments
- Glossary of Laser and IPL terms
- Hair growth table
- Main skin disorders and how they affect laser & IPL treatment
- Contraindications and conditions requiring special consideration
- Fitzpatrick skin type calculators and Glogau wrinkle scale
- Photosensitive medicines and herbal remedies
- Example health consultation and consent forms
- Hormone-related conditions
Client Consultation & Assessment
- Client Consultation & Assessment
- Informed consent
- OCD & BDD
- Compliance and insurance
- Guidance on photosensitive medication
- Glossary of laser and IPL terms
- Example health consultation and consent forms
At the end of this module, you will be prompted to enroll in the next one.
02
module
Laser & Light-Based Technology & Tissue Interactions / Acceptable & Adverse Treatment Outcomes / Clinical Health, Safety and Professional Practice for Laser & Light-Based Therapies
Includes 67-page Course Workbook, training video, multiple choice assessment and video transcript
Laser & Light-Based Technology & Tissue Interactions
- Characteristics of interactions of light with tissue
- Skin and hair reactions to laser and IPL therapy
- Tissue targets
- Light-based hair reduction
- Photothermal skin rejuvenation
- Classification and treatment of burns
Acceptable & Adverse Treatment Outcomes
- Adverse incidents and treatment related side effects
- Photosensitivity/drug Interaction in light-based therapy
- Hormone related conditions and possible effects on skin and hair
- Clients with ‘protected’ status
- Education and training requirements
Clinical Health, Safety & Professional Practice
- Health and safety working practices in laser and light-based facilities
- Registration and licensing requirements
- Client records and data protection
- Safe delivery protocols and policies and procedures
At the end of this module, you will be prompted to enroll in the next one.
03
module
Laser and IPL Application (Theory)
Includes 45-page Course Workbook, training video, multiple choice assessment and video transcript
Best practice preparation & safety protocols
- Preparation of the Laser or IPL treatment area
- Controlled access
- Cleanliness and infection control
- Ventilation
- Pre-treatment client care
- Treatment photography and client records
- The use of skin cooling
- How to choose the correct laser parameters
- The use of skin patch tests in hair reduction & skin rejuvenation
Treatment delivery: application techniques & post-treatment care
- Treatment delivery application techniques
- Practical positioning techniques – all body areas
- Skin cooling techniques
- Identifying skin lesions and advanced skin analysis techniques
- Post-treatment procedure
- Post-treatment care and advice to clients
Upon successful completion of the three (3) online theory modules you will be able to download your level 3 certification.

