When deciding whether or not to take a laser hair removal course, check to see if it complies with the legal requirements in your area for laser hair removal. You should also check to see if the school is properly licensed to teach laser hair removal and if it is an approved trade school in the jurisdiction where you live. The school’s reputation, the length and convenience of its course offerings, and whether the school is affordable should all be taken into account.
Laser hair removal is not a regulated procedure in all jurisdictions. In the United States, for example, only a few states require special licensure to work as a laser hair removal technician. In fact, not all states regulate this type of hair removal as of 2011. You should look into the laws in your area to see what kind of course you’ll need to take to practice legally.
You should also check to see if passing a course qualifies you to perform laser hair removal in the jurisdiction where you want to practice. Laser hair removal is only available to medical professionals in some areas. Taking a course can be a good idea if you already have a health care license in a discipline that allows you to perform laser hair removal. If you live in an area where practicing laser hair removal without a health care license is not permitted, you will need to complete education to become licensed in a health care field before taking the laser hair removal course and practicing.
Check to see if the school is approved to operate the appropriate governmental agency in your area before evaluating schools that offer laser hair removal training. If it has this approval, you should check to see if laser hair removal technicians are required to be licensed or certified, and if so, whether the licensing or certification board recognizes the school you are considering. Even if the school has all of the necessary approvals, you should still check with the local media and consumer protection agencies to see if it has a good reputation. If the cost of a laser hair removal course is a concern for you, see if the school offers financial aid programs to assist you in getting the training you need.