Laser applied to a small area of skin

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Laser Tattoo Removal Theory

Ink, wavelengths, Q-switched and picosecond principles, treatment planning, expectations and complications.

Self-pacedStudy online, in your own time
AssessedFinal assessment, 80% to pass
CertificateIssued when you pass

About this course

This course covers tattoo ink and its behaviour in skin, the wavelengths used for different colours, the principles of Q-switched and picosecond delivery, treatment intervals and course planning, realistic expectations including inks that respond poorly, contraindications and the complications specific to tattoo removal.

It is device-independent theory and professional development. Practical competence requires supervised hands-on training.

Who it is for: Practitioners preparing for practical laser tattoo removal training.

What you will be able to do

  • Explain how ink is targeted and cleared.
  • Match wavelengths to ink colours.
  • Describe Q-switched and picosecond principles.
  • Plan courses and set realistic expectations.
  • Apply contraindications and recognise complications.

Course content

  1. 1.Ink and light

    • Ink in the skin
    • Wavelengths and delivery · knowledge check
  2. 2.Planning and safety

    • Intervals, courses and expectations
    • Contraindications and complications · knowledge check
  3. 3.Final assessment

    Pass mark 80%. Academy certificate on passing with every lesson complete.

The Beauty Aesthetics Academy is an Approved Provider with The CPD Group (#779331). Provider status is separate from the accreditation of an individual course; this course: cpd accreditation planned.

Theory and professional development. This online course provides theory and professional development. It does not, by itself, confirm hands-on practical competency. Where practical competency is required, appropriate supervised practical training and assessment should also be completed. The Academy delivers that practical training in Chichester, Petersfield and Eastergate.

Ready to train practically?

Continue your training with the Academy in Chichester, Petersfield and Eastergate.

This online course is theory. The practical course below is where the treatment is taught, supervised, on live models.

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