I am interested in becoming a lasar hair removal specialist, but
I am unsure of where to start. Where are the best places or programs to recieve training? How much should my training cost? Where should I go to recieve work experience?
What would it take for me to have my own laser hair removal business? Will I need some liability insurance? What would be my actual running costs?

In response to some of your questions...

If you are in the US, regulations differ according to state.

For the most part, the training is provided by the manufacturer. There are some schools that also provide the training. Most of the people who attend these courses already work in the medical, appearance enhancement or hair removal fields.

Since the start-up costs are high, from my perspective, it would be a good idea to visit laser hair removal facilities and ask for a job doing anything you are qualified to do. Ask for an opportunity to learn. Again, administrating laser for hair removal is regulated by state. If you are a dermatologist, then you can work anywhere.

The malpractice/professional liability insurance for laser hair removal was about $3,000 but because of all the litigation, the insurance has gone up to $5,000 and I believe it will continue to go up. You can keep your insurance lower if you agree not to treat the darker skin types.

Good luck and keep us posted.

If you don't mind my asking, what exactly is a "Licensed Hair Removal Teacher?"

Thanks

Thank you for your response to my inquire. I live in Houston TX. I have no exerience in laser hair removal, but have a strong desire to learn more and own my own business. I am attending a Palomar Medical Technologies seminar this weekend to learn more and meet others in the hair removal field. I am also calling local laser hair removal places to see if I can get a job in their frount offices to learn more. Insurance is $3,000-$5,000 per (year?).

Good sources for the info you seek are:
Trudy Brown
http://www.advancedelectrolysislaser.com/trudy.html
&
Vickie Mickey
http://www.aboutface-ctc.com/about.html

Of course, at the moment Texas is in a state of change as towhat the rules are going to be for those who will practice LASER in that state. They are going from no real rules, to formulating rules. Information on what is going on is available elsewhere on the site.

You may want to check out franchise sites. Sona-Solana-Ideal Image etc. Joining up with a franchise may NOT be the best business move but if you request info they may send you a start up package/details about costs. I did this and got a boatload of info.
WARNING-They are persistent with follow up calls so if you don't want to be bothered forget it. The calls do stop when you tell them you have no money at this time

Vickie Mickey's course provides different levels of training. You get 20 hours of theory and 10/30 hours of hands on laser application. This class meets for five days in a row. Last I heard, the 50 hour laser training class was $3,600, the 30 hour class for physicians and nurses costs $2,500
20 hour for clinical time only, costs $1,500.

Dee

Hello sslhr,

In my state, in order to teach in a school that has state board of education approval, one must be a licensed teacher. You can get that by taking courses in education. Could you be confused by the fact that someone who teaches for a laser company, for example, does not need a teaching license?

Since I teach in a school, I have a teaching license from the State University of New York. I teach hair removal at a school where there are programs, all approved by the NYS board of ed., in laser hair removal, electrolysis, and waxing. Therefore, the title, "licensed _______ teacher". "Hair Removal" is the key phrase to fill in, in my situation.

PM me if you want more info.

Thanks. I was curious. One other quick question if you don't mind. Doesn't laser hair removal need to be performed with a physician on site in New York, or am I getting confused with other states? Assuming it does, how is the NYS board of ed. involved in laser hair removal specifically? Thanks.

From my knowledge, qualified professionals are on site for all courses that are offered.

Laser hair removal manufacturers should be able to help you with your questions should you have trouble reaching government agencies.

If you like, PM me and I will give provide you with the name of the school and you can contact the administrator/owner and ask your questions.