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VTCT Level 4

VTCT Level 4 Laser Hair Removal and Skin Rejuvenation

The VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Laser and IPL Treatments: the qualification for working as a laser and IPL technician.

£1,400

Who it is for

Beauty and aesthetics practitioners with a Level 3 qualification who want to offer laser hair removal and skin rejuvenation with laser and intense pulsed light (IPL).

About the course

This course leads to the VTCT (ITEC) Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Treatments, qualification number 500/9034/3. It is the only Level 4 qualification VTCT offers in laser and IPL. It is the recognised qualification for working as a laser and IPL technician. Insurers generally ask for a Level 4 qualification before they will cover you for laser and IPL treatments.

The course focuses on laser hair removal and photo rejuvenation of the skin. You learn to carry out a thorough consultation, plan a course of treatment for each client, use laser and light treatments for hair removal and skin rejuvenation and manage the health, safety and security of the salon. All units are mandatory.

You build your skills in a realistic working environment, so you do not need fee-paying clients to gather your evidence.

Licensing of laser and IPL treatments depends on where you work, so check your local authority's requirements before you practise.

In-person attendance and online self-study. This is a hybrid course. You attend taught practical sessions in person and complete the underpinning theory through self-study online. Both parts are required to achieve the qualification.

What you will cover

  • Thorough consultation with the client
  • Planning a course of treatment tailored to each client
  • Laser and light treatments for skin rejuvenation and hair removal
  • Managing the health, safety and security of the salon

Where it leads

With this qualification you can work as an advanced beauty therapist offering laser and IPL treatments. Further study could include our Level 5 Certificate in Aesthetic Practice, the VTCT Level 4 Award in Physiology for Advanced Beauty Therapy, the VTCT Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Beauty Therapy and the VTCT Level 4 Diploma in Salon Management.

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Questions about this course

Do I need this qualification to work as a laser technician?

It is the recognised qualification for laser and IPL work. Insurers generally ask for a Level 4 qualification before they will cover you. Licensing rules depend on where you work, so check with your local authority as well.

What are the entry requirements?

A Level 3 qualification, such as our VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Access to Aesthetic Practice. We check this when we review your application. If you do not have one yet, you can book both courses together.

How long does the course take?

6 weeks, one day a week. It is a hybrid course: practical sessions in person at our Birmingham training centre and theory through online self-study.

What does the course cover?

Laser hair removal and skin rejuvenation with laser and intense pulsed light (IPL): consultation, treatment planning, carrying out treatments and managing health, safety and security.

Do I need to bring my own clients?

No. You gather your evidence in a realistic working environment without fee-paying clients.

What qualification do I get?

The VTCT (ITEC) Level 4 Certificate in Laser and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Treatments, qualification number 500/9034/3.

How much does it cost?

£1,400, paid in full once we approve your application. Together with the Level 3 course it is £2,500. Pay by card or bank transfer. Klarna is also offered where you are eligible.

Level 3 & Level 4 Bundle

Take both qualifications together: VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Access to Aesthetic Practice and VTCT Level 4 Laser Hair Removal and Skin Rejuvenation.

About the bundle Apply for both

£2,500 Save £300 on £2,800 booked separately

Page updated 14 October 2026