How to Find the Best Hair Removal Classes

Author

Dr. Stephen Cosentino

More patients than ever seek laser hair removal treatments. According to forecasts from Fortune Business Insights, the market for hair removal treatments will approach $1.4 billion in 2027, reflecting millions of procedures performed annually.

Demand for qualified laser hair removal technicians has never been higher. Working under the supervision of board-certified plastic surgeons or other licensed medical providers, these professionals use intense pulsed light to safely and durably remove unwanted hair from the body and face.

Each new technician must successfully complete initial hair removal classes and may be required to complete continuing education classes as a condition of certification. Fortunately, it’s not difficult to find high-quality laser hair removal training courses that meet applicable state regulations.

Where to Find the Best Light Based Hair Removal Classes

Depending on your preference, you may choose in-person or online aesthetics courses for hair removal training. In both formats, you can find high-quality options that comprehensively cover hair removal topics and offer official, state-recognized certification upon successful completion of the course.

To find the best laser hair removal classes, do the following:

Check your state medical licensing board. Start with your state medical or aesthetic licensing board’s approved list of hair removal class providers. State boards don’t endorse specific providers, but they do show who offers accredited courses that meet state requirements.

Confirm that courses are available in your area or online. If you want to attend hair removal class in person, make sure you have options in your area. Otherwise, look for online hair removal classes.

Confirm that courses meet regulatory standards. Double-check that the course and provider meet applicable state requirements for laser hair removal certification. Many states require 40 hours of approved training, for example. This is especially important for online classes.

Check verified reviews from past participants. Read reviews from verified class participants to get a better sense of what to expect from the class. You can find these reviews on the provider’s website.

What to Expect From Laser Hair Removal Classes

The best cosmetic laser training classes cover a wide range of hair removal skills, include supplemental course materials, and offer clear outcomes that advance participants’ careers. Before choosing a course, confirm that it does the following.

Hair Removal Skills Covered

The best laser hair removal classes offer comprehensive instruction in:

Specific hair removal procedures, including the scientific principles of laser hair removal
Maintaining a suitable clinical setting
Laser safety, including how to fulfill the obligations of a laser safety officer
Client intake and consultation
Addressing potential complications
Understanding regulatory guidelines
Managing and marketing laser hair removal practices

Look for courses that offer hands-on training, if possible.

Course Materials Included

The best hair removal classes include supplemental materials online, in paper form, or both. You should be able to refer to these at your convenience but may be required to complete certain items before training begins.

They typically cover:

Laser safety and operating principles
The technical and medical basis for laser hair removal
Client intake
Client consultation
Contraindications
Side effects and complications
Post-treatment care
State and federal regulations

Upon successful completion of your hair removal class, you should receive a certificate of completion that clears you to practice hair removal in your state.