NZLT Laser Safety Certification for Cosmetic Medical Professionals Online Programme
If you work in a medical aesthetic workplace now and need relevant updated professional development, to meet your need for certification in Laser Safety to meet Local Council Bylaws, Worksafe NZ (Health & Safety), or evidence of industry continuing professional development (CPD) education, then this is the course for you.
Specifically developed for medical staff conducting or assisting in Laser / IPL procedures. This online programme addresses medical lasers, and laser procedures including: Surgical, Vascular, Vaginal, Ablative and Non-ablative (cosmetic), plus introduces you to valuable information to guide you towards safe & best practice standards. This course will open up educational pathways for you to other learning opportunities in the laser industry.
Pre-requisites: Open entry
Recommended for: Medical Professionals such as: Doctors, Nurses or other staff present during Laser & IPL procedures in a surgical setting
Cost: $450 + GST per person. There is an 80% minimum pass mark to successfully obtain an electronic Certificate and Letter of Attainment, CPD points for The CPD Group, UK , and CPD points allocation towards your NZLT Institute Diploma or Registration Status. On completion, Nurses and Doctors can apply for CPD, see links within the workbook. Learners are provided with a downloadable workbook to record their own notes.
Study method: Self-guided learning online over 6 weeks with access 24/7. Complete in a few days or over 6 weeks. Start anytime, study anywhere with our online interactive platform. If you cannot complete it within the 6 weeks, apply for a free 2-week extension.
Benefits of Learning:
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Understand the meaning of best practice operating Laser & IPL in NZ Aesthetic Medical Industry
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Discuss with colleagues, clinic or healthcare facility staff about common types of lasers, their different delivery systems and their basic users in the healthcare industry
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Know what is meant by risks and hazards associated with Lasers & IPLs
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Learn what regulations are in place for Lasers & IPLs in NZ and which apply to them
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Learn how to implement safe practice in your Laser workplace
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Know what needs to be included in a Laser or IPL service or what questions to ask your technician
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Understand what controls can be put in place to mitigate hazards and risks in your Laser workplace; this includes learning about correct safety glasses
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Learn information about when assisting in a surgical setting
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Gain a knowledge of basic laser science and laser physics
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Understand what can go wrong with treatments and why some people suffer from side effects
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Includes a brief module on low level laser
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Learn what rights your client has to complain and how to manage a complaint