Aesthetic Dermatology & Skin Care Technician

Aesthetic Dermatology & Skin Care Technician

$4,00020 hours

This program teaches students how to operate laser IPL machines for hair removal, skin rejuvenation, pigmentation treatment, and spider vein removal. Students will identify common skin disorders while learning to perform full facial treatments using ozone therapy, steaming, and high-frequency and radio-frequency devices.

Our Aesthetic Dermatology Technician program will teach students how to operate laser IPL machines for hair removal, skin rejuvenation, pigmentation treatment, and spider vein removal. Students will identify common skin disorders while learning to do full facial treatments using ozone therapy, steaming, and high-frequency and radio-frequency devices. The curriculum includes performing aesthetic facial assessments, understanding the anatomy of human skin and skin disorders, deep vacuum pore cleansing and extraction, client consultation and after-care, safety and disposal standards, equipment maintenance, galvanic lifting and ultrasonic treatments, microdermabrasion, high-frequency treatments, radio frequency treatments, intro laser IPL treatments, and intro training to chemical peels.

Duration

20 hours

Category

Skin Care

Certification

Included

Class Size

Small Groups

Course Investment

$4,000

Duration

20 hours

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What laser treatments are covered in the Aesthetic Dermatology & Skin Care course?
This 20-hour course includes training in Laser IPL, Diode laser, and Nd:YAG laser, covering both hair removal and skin rejuvenation applications. Students learn laser operation, safety protocols, contraindications, and proper parameter settings. These laser modules are combined with training in microdermabrasion, Hydra facial, microneedling, chemical peels, body contouring, and HIFU for a well-rounded aesthetic education.
How does this course compare to the Advanced Aesthetic Dermatology program?
The Aesthetic Dermatology & Skin Care course is a 20-hour program priced at $4,000 that covers 10 core treatments including three laser platforms (IPL, Diode, Nd:YAG). The Advanced program is 40 hours at $7,750 and adds CO2 fractional laser, Fotona 4D, Fractional RF, plasma pen, mole removal, melasma protocols, and cold body sculpting. Both are offered at BC Medical Aesthetic in Coquitlam.
Is the Aesthetic Dermatology course suitable for beginners with no medical background?
Yes, no prior experience is required and beginners are welcome. The curriculum is structured to build knowledge progressively, starting with skin anatomy, ingredient science, and skin assessment before moving to hands-on treatment training. You only need to be 18 or older with a valid government-issued photo ID to enrol at our Coquitlam, BC campus.
What certification do I earn from the Aesthetic Dermatology & Skin Care program?
Graduates receive an Aesthetic Dermatology & Skin Care Technician Certificate from BC Medical Aesthetic. This certificate validates your proficiency in laser treatments, microdermabrasion, Hydra facial, microneedling, chemical peels, body contouring, and HIFU — preparing you for employment at aesthetic clinics and medical spas across British Columbia and Canada.
How much does the Aesthetic Dermatology & Skin Care course cost?
The total cost is $4,000, which includes $3,850 in tuition and $150 in fees. This covers 20 hours of training across ten core aesthetic treatments, including laser, microdermabrasion, Hydra facial, microneedling, chemical peels, and body contouring. All training takes place at BC Medical Aesthetic in Coquitlam, British Columbia.

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