Laser Hair Removal Certification
When you make the decision to become a laser hair removal technician, you need professional certification to treat clients in most states, including Texas and Arizona. Having laser hair removal certification proves you’ve had the necessary training to use aesthetic laser equipment safely and accurately; and it opens the door to work in medical spas, dermatology clinics, physician’s offices, healthcare facilities and laser centers, or even to open your own cosmetic laser business.
On average, clients pay between $150 to $500 plus per treatment depending on the size of the area, which makes for an outstanding profit considering a single session takes just 10 to 30 minutes to perform.
Do You Actually Need To Be Certified?
This is one of the most frequently asked questions in the industry, and the honest answer is: it depends on where you live. There are no federal guidelines dictating standards for laser hair removal technicians, so it is left up to individual states to regulate the practice and the professionals who perform it. With the exception of a few states, most require classroom and hands-on (didactic) education plus laser hair removal certification to perform laser hair removal even though a narrow handful only allow medical professionals to operate cosmetic lasers.
Arizona was actually the first state to pass laws regulating laser treatments, back in 2004, and National Laser Institute emerged as a pioneer in the field by offering training the moment that requirement took effect. Because rules vary so much from state to state, always verify the specific regulations where you plan to live and work before enrolling anywhere or treating clients.
The good news for most people: you generally do not need to be a licensed aesthetician or medical professional to become a laser technician. Being an aesthetician is a natural stepping stone into laser certification, but it’s usually not a requirement. Anyone 18 or older with a high school diploma or GED can typically enroll and no prior background or experience needed, just drive and dedication to get your laser hair removal certification. Medical professionals, estheticians, cosmetologists, entrepreneurs, teachers, career changers and everyone in between are excellent candidates for laser certification.
How To Get Your Laser Hair Removal Certification In 4 Steps
1. Meet your state requirements.
Many states allow anyone with a high school diploma or GED to enroll in a laser training school, though a few only permit medical professionals to operate cosmetic lasers. Call 800-982-6817 to learn more about your specific state’s requirements.
2. Enroll in a laser training course.
Location shouldn’t be your top priority when narrowing down schools, accreditation and reputation matter more. Look for a laser hair removal school that provides genuine hands-on clinical training, not just classroom lectures, since clinical experience is what gives you first-hand practice with real equipment and real clients.
3. Handle deposits and financial assistance.
Most schools require a relatively small deposit to hold your seat, and tuition varies from school to school. Some schools, including National Laser Institute, offer scholarships and need-based financial assistance, plus military and military-spouse grants for those who qualify.
4. Attend and complete your training.
Laser hair removal school typically takes just one to two weeks of comprehensive training. National Laser Institute’s laser hair removal training course covers the Fitzpatrick scale, laser safety training, skin and tissue interactions, pre and post-treatment care, and the latest techniques — all inside a working medical spa environment with hands-on practice on real clients using advanced equipment.
Once you complete training, you have earned your certification. Graduates of National Laser Institute also gain access to the Graduate Services Department, which sends out 200 to 500 job opportunities every month, plus the largest online medical aesthetics library in the industry with thousands of pages of clinical studies, videos and marketing resources.
What You Will Learn
A strong laser certification course goes well beyond hair removal alone. Laser hair reduction is often described as a “gateway” treatment: once a client comes in for one service, you have the opportunity to introduce them to others they may not know about, like fractional laser for wrinkles or photofacials for sun damage which will keep clients coming back again and again. That is why comprehensive programs, including NLI’s Online Comprehensive Laser Course, train students across a full range of modalities:
- Laser hair removal
- IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) photofacial
- Laser spider vein reduction
- Laser acne treatment
- CoolSculpting body contouring
- Cellulite reduction
- Radiofrequency (RF) skin tightening
- Laser wrinkle reduction
- Laser tattoo removal
- Microneedling
Graduates leave with the ability to apply these treatments safely and effectively, a solid understanding of which treatments suit which clients, a grasp of how lasers interact with skin tissue, and the knowledge to recognize and avoid the hazards associated with cosmetic lasers.
Class Format Options
Training happens in two phases, the first is the classroom (didactic) education and secondly is the hands-on clinical training, but how you complete each phase is flexible and up to you. National Laser Institute now offers different options that benefit you and your time:
- In-person comprehensive course, combining classroom instruction with hands-on clinicals inside National Laser Institute’s own medical spa
- Online and in-person hands-on training, where classes are live and interactive, followed by hands-on clinicals completed at one of National Laser Institute’s nationwide training locations. This learning model combines classroom instruction with hands-on clinicals inside our own medial spa
- Online Only, where the entire course (including live, interactive demonstrations) is completed from home
Salary And Job Outlook
Because laser hair removal is a cosmetic service rather than an insurance-covered one, technicians and business owners keep 100% of what they charge. Salary data reflects that opportunity: ZipRecruiter reports laser hair removal technicians (also called aesthetic laser technicians) average $57,520 annually, while the Economic Research Institute puts the national average laser technician salary at $64,448 annually roughly around $31 an hour, a solid return for just two weeks of training. However, like in every business, it seems to be the 80/20 rule or 20% of the providers can do extremely well financially far above the national averages because their hustlers, great with sales, use social media and more. Many listings also include signing bonuses, paid time off, health/dental/vision insurance and free or discounted treatments for employees and their families.
The job outlook backs this up. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, demand for personal care services — the category laser technicians fall under — is projected to grow 11% between 2018 and 2028, a notably favorable outlook compared to many other fields.
Where Laser Technicians Work
Certified laser technicians find work in medical spas, dermatology clinics, physicians’ offices, day spas, healthcare facilities, niche boutiques, fitness centers and beauty salons or go on to open their own laser business where state law allows. Beyond the paycheck, many technicians value the flexibility to build a schedule around their lifestyle, along with the reward of helping clients feel more confident in their skin.
Get Certified at National Laser Institute
National Laser Institute offers a two-week training course leading to laser hair removal certification, with 8 hours of classroom instruction daily plus hands-on clinical experience in National Laser Institute’s own medical spa, which brings in real clients. Small class sizes mean individual attention from instructors and you will train on the most state-of-the-art laser equipment available alongside qualified medical professionals and industry leaders. With National Laser Institute 100% financing program for qualified applicants (which includes hotel and airfare) almost anyone can afford to attend.
Request more information by calling 800-982-6817 or filling out a request form. You won’t find a better training program for your education dollar.
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