Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Intense Pulsed Laser (IPL) Treatments

Course Overview

The Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Treatments is an advanced qualification that has been specifically designed for beauty therapists, who wish to add laser and IPL treatments to their repertoire of treatment offerings and proceed to employment as a Level 4 Laser Therapist.

Or it is for individuals wishing to work in clinics that offer these treatments.

This qualification is based on beauty therapy National Occupational Standards (NOS). This qualification is approved and supported by the Hairdressing and Beauty Industry Authority (HABIA), the standard setting body for hair, beauty, nails and spa qualifications.

The VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Treatments is a vocationally related qualification and is focused on reducing hair growth and photo rejuvenation of the skin using intense pulse light and laser treatments. This qualification requires you to develop skills to carry out IPL and laser treatments.

This qualification allows you to gather evidence in a realistic working environment or real working environment without the need for fee paying clients.

Course Requirements

• Level 3 Beauty Therapy.

• 4 GCSE Including English and Maths at grade 4 and above.

• This course is for anyone over the age of 18.

What you will Learn

The Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Treatments is an advanced qualification that has been specifically designed for beauty therapists, who wish to add laser and IPL treatments to their repertoire of treatment offerings and proceed to employment as a Level 4 Laser Therapist’s the health, safety and security of the salon.

Assessment

Assignments are provided to enhance your practical abilities, knowledge, and comprehension.

During practical assessments, an assessor will observe you. You must compile all your work into an evidence portfolio, which should be cross-referenced with the criteria outlined in the assessment record book. Additionally, research and written assignments must meet a specified standard of quality.

Progression

When you have successfully completed this qualification, you will be in a position to aspire to promotion as an advanced beauty therapist providing laser and IPL services within a beauty salon.
Further study qualifications could include:

• Level 4 Award in Physiology for Advanced Beauty Therapy

• Level 4 Certificate in Salon Management

• Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Beauty Therapy

• Level 4 Diploma in Salon Management

Career Options

• Working within the cosmetic industry

• Working in skin and hair removal clinics.

• Progression to anaesthetics in Beauty Therapy level 5, 6 and 7

Mandatory Units

• Client care and communication in beauty-related industries

• Laser and light treatments for hair removal

• Laser and light treatments for skin rejuvenation

• Management of health, safety and security in the salon