Basic Laser Base Module

This module is the starting block for all education in laser treatments. Whether it’s for pain treatment or hair removal. This course consists of the essential topics of laser principles, which are the basics for students attending laser courses in Health and Wellness, Pain Treatment as well as Tattoo Removal and Cosmetics. This course will ensure all students have a thorough understanding and practical working knowledge of the science of  lasers. This course will include in detail the basic concepts of laser, the properties of laser light, diagnosis and performance of all types of soft tissue procedures with lasers.

Laser Therapy Parameters Program

Upon completion of this course the successful student will have effectively demonstrated the ability to retrieve basic information from different laser machines and calculate the amount of energy, dosage, power and power density. At the end of this course, students will be able to read and understand laser machine IDs, and working protocols for different applications.

laser probe

Course Topics Include:

  • Therapeutic parameter, dosimeter
  • Technique of radiation
  • Explain how lasers are used to achieve their effect on biological tissue
  • Specify factors which influence the effects a laser has on biological tissue
  • Laser ID including wavelength, power area, density, and operating parameters of lasers you are using
  • Indication & Contraindications

The base course also encompasses the safety of lasers.

Safety

The Safety portion of the course is designed to teach students about laser safety.

 Topics Include:

  • Lasers classes – Old System, New System
  • Beam hazards
  • Non-Beam Hazards
  • Protection
  • Administrative control measures
  • Standard operating procedures
  • Emergency procedures

This course meets all LSO training requirements outlined by the ANSI Z136.1 Safe Use of Lasers standard.