Laser tattoo removal is a serious medical procedure in which lasers are used essentially to burn off a layer of your skin. Laser tattoo removal comes with risks of infection, and training ensures that you acquire the skills necessary to perform the procedure, and are knowledgeable of the risks and how they can be treated.
One of the first aspects of laser tattoo removal training will be introducing you to the physics of lasers and laser equipment. From there, the training will introduce you to dermatology and how to assess different skin types. You will then receive hands-on laser safety training, pass a laser safety training exam and be able to assess the risk associated with laser tattoo removal.
Training courses usually range from 2 to 5 days of hands-on training depending on the specific course. Costs for the training courses usually are expensive. For example, tuition can range from $1,000 at Rocky Mountain Laser College to $2,995 at New Look Laser College.