Home > Our Courses > Course Detail

Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Intense Pulsed Laser (IPL) Treatments

Level 1 Diploma

Course Location

College

Trafford College

Location

Altrincham Campus

Further Details

Age

Adult

Department

Beauty Therapies

Course Start Date

Monday 15th September 2025

Course Duration

Part-time, 1 Year

Course Time

Course Fee

£ 1645.00
You may be eligible for support with your tuition fees - please visit the college website - funding and finance page for further information

Course Code

APQ-BY4C-1100

Site Search

Course Overview

The Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Treatments is an advanced qualification that has been specifically designed for beauty therapists, who wish to add laser and IPL treatments to their repertoire of treatment offerings and proceed to employment as a Level 4 Laser Therapist.

Or it is for individuals wishing to work in clinics that offer these treatments.

This qualification is based on beauty therapy National Occupational Standards (NOS). This qualification is approved and supported by the Hairdressing and Beauty Industry Authority (HABIA), the standard setting body for hair, beauty, nails and spa qualifications.

The VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Treatments is a vocationally related qualification and is focused on reducing hair growth and photo rejuvenation of the skin using intense pulse light and laser treatments. This qualification requires you to develop skills to carry out IPL and laser treatments.

This qualification allows you to gather evidence in a realistic working environment or real working environment without the need for fee paying clients.

Course Requirements

Level 3 Beauty Therapy.
4 GCSE Including English and Maths at grade 4 and above.
This course is for anyone over the age of 18.

What you will Learn

Assessment

Assignments are provided to enhance your practical abilities, knowledge, and comprehension.

During practical assessments, an assessor will observe you. You must compile all your work into an evidence portfolio, which should be cross-referenced with the criteria outlined in the assessment record book. Additionally, research and written assignments must meet a specified standard of quality.

Progression

When you have successfully completed this qualification, you will be in a position to aspire to promotion as an advanced beauty therapist providing laser and IPL services within a beauty salon.

Further study qualifications could include:
– Level 4 Award in Physiology for Advanced Beauty Therapy
– Level 4 Certificate in Salon Management
– Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Beauty Therapy
– Level 4 Diploma in Salon Management

Career Options

Working within the cosmetic industry
Working in skin and hair removal clinics.
Progression to anaesthetics in Beauty Therapy level 5, 6 and 7

Mandatory Units

Client care and communication in beauty-related industries
Laser and light treatments for hair removal
Laser and light treatments for skin rejuvenation
Management of health, safety and security in the salon

Contact Details

For further information please contact T: 0161 886 7070 or E: info@trafford.ac.uk

Extra Costs Involved

Exam Validation Body

Hours Per Week

How Long To Complete

Programme Structure

Contact Details

Disclaimer

Although every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within this document is accurate, there may be changes to this programme and provision. We will endeavour to keep prospective and current students updated where appropriate and when the information becomes available.

READY TO begin your journey?