Professional Certificate in Laser Tattoo Removal
COURSE AT AT A GLANCE
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COURSE LEVEL
Beginner
STUDY MODE
Flexible online study mode
COURSE OVERVIEW
Whether you are based in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, or Melbourne, this accredited online laser tattoo removal course gives you the clinical knowledge and regulatory documentation to operate Class 4, Q-switched laser devices safely and legally. Fully flexible, fully online, and recognised by the Radiological Council of WA and QLD Radiation Health.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
This course is designed for:
- Beauty therapists wanting to add laser tattoo removal to their service menu
- Aesthetic professionals already operating IPL or laser devices who need a formal tattoo removal qualification
- Nurses or health professionals entering the cosmetics field
- Clinic owners setting up a new tattoo removal offering
- Anyone in WA, QLD or TAS who needs to meet licensing requirements before using Class 4 Q-switched lasers
There are no entry requirements for this course. It is most suited to those with a background in beauty or health, but no prior laser experience is needed to enrol.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
The course covers two units studied online, with optional practical training available at the Perth Aspire Training Clinic.
Topics include:
- Laser and light physics - how Class 4 Q-switched lasers work and why they are effective for tattoo removal
- Laser safety protocols - Radiation Safety Act compliance, risk assessment and workplace management
- Tattoos and ink science - pigment types, ink depth, and how they respond to different laser wavelengths
- Q-switched laser parameters - pulse width, fluence settings and treatment protocols for different skin and ink types
- Q-switched vs picosecond technology - understanding the difference and when each is appropriate
- Wound healing post-treatment - aftercare guidance, complication management and patient follow-up
- Client assessment and informed consent - consultation frameworks and setting realistic expectations
- Hands-on laser training at a 2:1 student-to-trainer ratio (optional practical component, Perth-based)
COURSE LEVEL
Beginner
(For those just entering the aesthetics field/ No prior work experience).
RTO ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
As stipulated by the Radiological Council of WA, There is no entry requirement to this course. However, it is most suited to beauty and/or health professionals
COURSE DURATION AND STUDY LOAD
The theory component of this course will take approximately 60 hours and will have a maximum of 15 weeks to complete.
The optional practical training is delivered on a weekly sessional basis. The number of supervised hours is determined on a case by case basis. Please discuss your training requirements with [email protected].
DELIVERY MODE
This is only available online.
Please Note: CDNLBT02 is a stand-alone unit though is also delivered as a core unit in the Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science, the Graduate Diploma of Cosmetic Nursing and the Graduate Diploma of Dermal Therapies.
COURSE FEES AND PAYMENT INFORMATION
Upfront payment per theory unit. Practical training (supervised hours) will be charged on a monthly basis.
| Unit Title | Study Mode | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| CDNLBT02 – Analyse light-based therapies used in cosmetic medicine and dermal therapies (includes a Laser Safety Officer’s Certificate) | Online theory | Approx. 50 hours | $880 |
| Analyse the principles of laser tattoo removal | Online theory | Approx. 10 hours | $245 (+GST) |
| Optional practical training for applicants requiring supervised hours with NO experience in class 4 Q-Switched laser modalities | Hands-on training at the Perth Aspire Training | up to 100 hours | $120 per hr |
| Optional practical training for AACDS Graduates holding a current laser license exemption in superficial cosmetic procedures (vascular and pigment) | Hands-on training at the Perth Aspire Training | up to 50 hours | $120 per hr |
CAREER OUTCOMES
Completing this course can support the following roles:
- Laser Technician: performing tattoo removal treatments in clinics, spas or laser treatment centres
- Dermal Therapist: expanding a broader skin treatment offering to include tattoo removal
- Beauty Therapist: adding a high-value service to an existing salon or clinic
- Clinic Owner or Entrepreneur: setting up or growing a tattoo removal business
- Cosmetic Laser Trainer: training others in laser operation and safety
CREDIT TRANSFER FOR AACDS GRADUATES
For graduates who have completed the unit CDNLBT02 / CDNLBT03 - Analyse light-based therapies used in cosmetic medicine and dermal therapies will be exempted. However, we do recommend you complete a refresher on the unit.
You will be provided FREE access to this online unit via the AACDS Student Portal.
FURTHER LEARNING PATHWAYS
Successful completion of this certificate allows for an assessment only pathway for units in the following nationally accredited qualifications:
COURSE AT A GLANCE
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COURSE LEVEL
Beginner
STUDY MODE
Flexible online study mode
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