Demand for laser and intense light treatments
The overall demand for laser and intense light based treatments have been in growth for many years and is expected to grow by 20% from 2023 to 2030 (see here). Laser and light hair growth reduction and skin rejuvenation are effective, affordable and popular therapies and in order to operate these devices not only competently and in an insurance and council compliant way but to get the absolute best results, we strongly recommend undertaking our Level 4 qualification.
Why train with MATA?
As a VTCT Accredited Training Centre, MATA are pleased to offer the VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Intense Pulse Light (IPL). This Ofqual approved qualification is available from our state of the art locations in the City, Central and West London and gives you the knowledge and skills to deliver laser and light hair growth reduction and skin rejuvenation, safely and competently in salons, spas and clinics. MATA has been around since 2015 and has a long standing history of training delegates in laser and aesthetics in both Ofqual regulated qualifications and training courses, having trained thousands of delegates.
This Level 4 qualification will prepare you to enter this exciting sector or enhance and deepen your existing knowledge, skills and practice, giving you the confidence to treat a range of conditions, on all skin types and different areas of the body. MATA also offers you the opportunity to progress to the advanced VTCT (iTech) Level 5 qualification in laser tattoo removal once you complete this qualification.
About the VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Intense Pulse Light
The VTCT Level 4 Certificate is a blended learning approach so comprises a mixture of knowledge-based and practical qualification, giving you the theory and skills needed for safe and effective hair reduction and skin rejuvenation treatments, and preparing you to progress onto our VTCT (iTech) Level 5 Ofqual regulated qualification in laser tattoo removal.
The qualification is made up of 4 compulsory units:
- Risk management and health and safety
- Client care and communication in beauty-related industries
- Perform hair growth reduction using lasers and intense pulse light systems
- Perform skin rejuvenation using lasers and intense pulse light systems
MATA’s VTCT approved expert laser trainers will guide and support you through this rewarding qualification using a range of teaching styles, demonstrations and activities to engage and involve you as you study and learn. You will have access to five modules of e-learning that supports the face-to-face sessions with our expert laser trainers.
You will learn about:
- anatomy and physiology
- structure and function of the skin and hair
- light-tissue interactions
- patient assessment and consultation and skin assessment and classification
- laser and light systems, what they are and how to use them
- working safely in a laser and light clinic
- taking a medical history and record keeping
- identifying contraindications to light based therapies
- pre and post treatment care
- delivering safe and effective treatments
- how to avoid and manage complications from light based treatments
We will touch on how to set up in aesthetic practice, what to look for when choosing laser/light devices and how to meet the local and national requirements for safe practice. This is discussed on your practical days.
How will the qualification be delivered?
There are five modules of e-learning which we strongly recommend you complete prior to commencing your practical training and they must be done to qualify as part of the course. Your practical training consists of four days which are in a state of the art, safe and compliant laser training facility. You will be guided by your expert laser trainer through some theory as well as observing and performing procedures on live model patients.
The four practical days break down as follows:
- Foundation to hair growth reduction using lasers and intense pulse light systems (2 days):
- You will observe and treat some of the following:
- Range of hair types
- Range of skin types
- Facial hair growth reduction
- Body hair growth reduction
- On day one, you will observe both the trainer and other delegates performing treatments whilst practicing yourself under to one to one observation with our expert trainer. On day two you will practice under supervision and be assessed
- You will observe and treat some of the following:
- Foundation to skin rejuvenation using lasers and intense pulse light systems (2 days):
- You will observe and treat some of the following:
- Range of skin types
- Range of skin conditions
- On day one, you will observe both the trainer and other delegates performing treatments whilst practicing yourself under to one to one observation with our expert trainer. On day two you will practice under supervision and be assessed
- You will observe and treat some of the following:
How will be you assessed?
Delegates must successfully achieve the following to complete the qualification:
- Online module assessments with multiple choice questionnaires
- Written assessments for each of the four compulsory units
- Logbook of direct observational practice done under one to one supervision with an expert trainer that will assess the following:
- Laser and IPL safety rules
- History taking
- Treatments technique
- Knowledge of a range of conditions, hair and skin types
- Post procedure care
- Client care
- Complications
Who is suitable for this qualification?
This qualification is suitable for doctors, nurses and some other allied health care professionals, as well as beauty therapists with a Beauty NVQ Level 3 or equivalent. Laser Core of Knowledge is also a prerequisite which we are able to offer. Following completion and passing of the certificate assessment criteria, you will be able to work in spas, beauty salons, aesthetics clinics or your own business.
Qualification Outcomes
Level 4 Qualification Certificate in Laser and Intense Pulse Light approved by VTCT and regulated by Ofqual.
