Estheticians are skin care specialists who perform treatments such as facials, sugar scrubs, chemical peels and waxing. They are licensed to only work on the epidermis layer of the skin.
In recent years, continuing education for estheticians has increased as more people are looking to learn treatments like laser hair removal, laser tattoo removal and skin tightening!
If you are an esthetician looking to further your education, here are four reasons you should consider the $16 billion medical aesthetics industry.
Why Estheticians Should Continue Their Education
More job opportunities. Medical spas and businesses that offer cosmetic services are always seeking new talent to add to their staff. Medical aesthetics may introduce you to new technologies and techniques or keep your current skills fresh. By having additional laser training and certificates, you separate yourself from the competition while showing potential employers that you have a thirst for the industry.
Gain more confidence. The more clinical hands-on training and experience you have in the health and beauty field, the more confidence you will gain in your skills in your career as a cosmetic laser tech. And that confidence will shine through whether you are treating a client or interviewing for your next full-time gig!
Expand your professional network. Surrounding yourself with like-minded people is important. Training at an esthetic school provides you with the opportunity to meet new people who share the same passion for medical aesthetics. These new connections can be beneficial as you can ask questions and brainstorm ideas. Who knows, you may even decide to start your own business together!
Learn from the best. Additional training allows you to learn from some of the industry’s brightest. After all, don’t you want to have the opportunity to learn from the best? Students at National Laser Institute have the chance to learn from up to 13 different expert instructors who have five to 20 years of experience in the field.
What is a Cosmetic Laser Technician?
A cosmetic laser technician is a skin care specialist who typically works in a medical spa setting and performs cosmetic applications like laser hair removal, skin tightening and acne reduction. During a cosmetic treatment, a laser tech will evaluate skin care concerns, develop a treatment plan and administer the cosmetic laser treatment.
There are hundreds of certification programs for becoming a cosmetic laser tech. Some of these courses last from a few weeks to several months. Since cosmetic laser technology is a relatively new field, the medical aesthetics industry has yet to set one specific standard of education.
The requirements vary from state to state, but the courses will cover things like laser safety, patient care and contraindications.
Cosmetic Laser Training at National Laser Institute
Are you an esthetician who is considering a new career as a cosmetic laser tech? National Laser Institute offers cosmetic laser training courses that can be completed in just two weeks!
Our Comprehensive Laser Course combines didactic education and clinical hands-on training for the ultimate learning experience! You will learn some of the most in-demand laser treatments, including laser hair removal, skin tightening and tattoo removal.
In the classroom, you will learn facial anatomy, tissue interaction, patient care and more. The remaining days are spent in our state-of-the-art educational setting where you will receive clinical hands-on training and perform treatments on scheduled clients.
By the end of the course, you will feel prepared to confidently administer laser treatments for any skin type in a variety of medical aesthetic setting, including medical spas, physician’s offices and other medical practices.
If you are interested in learning more about our cosmetic laser course options, please give us a call at 1-800-982-6817 or fill out the form on your right.
