Training · Edmonton

Laser Hair Removal (LHR) Course

A one-week laser hair removal training program followed by two days of hands-on practicum, from skin anatomy and the Fitzpatrick scale to IPL, Alexandrite and Nd:YAG technology, taught inside a working Edmonton laser clinic.

  • 1 week of training + 2 days of practical training
  • 9 curriculum modules
  • Hands-on practicum
  • Oxyderm, Edmonton
Laser Hair Removal (LHR) Course at Oxyderm Laser Clinic Edmonton
1 week of training + 2 days of practical trainingIncludes hands-on practicum
Quick answer

The Oxyderm Laser Hair Removal (LHR) Course is 1 week of training plus 2 days of practical training. The curriculum covers skin anatomy, personal hygiene and safety, common skin disorders, the Fitzpatrick Skin Type Chart, professional consultation techniques, client assessment and treatment planning, and IPL, Alexandrite and Nd:YAG laser technology, with a 2-day hands-on practicum on laser hair removal techniques and equipment.

Duration1 week + 2 days practical
Modules9
Practicum2 days hands-on
LocationOxyderm, Edmonton
Course curriculum

What you will learn: 9 modules

Every module is taught by practitioners who use it in the clinic the same week.

Skin anatomy

How skin and hair follicles are structured, and why that decides how laser energy is delivered.

Personal hygiene and safety

Clinic hygiene, laser safety rules, eye protection and the protocols that keep clients and operators safe.

Common skin disorders

Recognising the conditions you will see in consultations and how they change the treatment decision.

Fitzpatrick Skin Type Chart

Classifying skin types I–VI and matching wavelength and settings to each one.

Professional consultation techniques

Running a clear, confident consultation that sets expectations and earns trust.

Client assessment and treatment planning

Assessing hair and skin, screening contraindications and building a session plan.

IPL technology

How intense pulsed light works, where it fits and where it does not.

Alexandrite laser technology

The 755 nm platform for fair-to-olive skin: parameters, handling and results.

Nd:YAG laser technology

The 1064 nm platform for darker skin tones: safety, settings and technique.

Practical training

Two days of hands-on practicum

The course includes 2 days of hands-on practicum to help students develop practical experience with laser hair removal techniques and equipment.

  • Work with laser hair removal techniques and equipment under instruction
  • Apply consultation, assessment and treatment planning to real scenarios
  • Practise skin typing and settings across Fitzpatrick skin types
Hands-on laser hair removal practicum
2 days of practicumReal equipment, real technique, guided by practitioners.
Benefits & achievements

What you’ll walk away with

The skills, confidence and proof of practice that make you useful in a clinic from your first week.

Operate three laser technologies

IPL, Alexandrite and Nd:YAG: what each does, when to choose it and how to set it up for a client.

Read any skin type

Classify Fitzpatrick I–VI and match wavelength, fluence and pulse settings so treatments are safe and effective.

Consult like a professional

Assess hair and skin, screen contraindications, explain expectations and build a session plan clients trust.

Work to clinic hygiene standards

Personal hygiene, laser safety and eye protection: the protocols that protect clients and your licence to practise.

Two days of real practicum

Hands-on time with laser hair removal techniques and equipment, so your first client isn’t your first practice.

Career-ready confidence

Leave able to explain, plan and perform laser hair removal, the most-booked treatment in medical aesthetics.

Recognition

Recognition & support when you finish

You leave with proof of what you learned and a team you can call.

Certificate of completion

A certificate issued by Oxyderm Laser Clinic. It names the course, the curriculum modules covered and your practicum days. It is our own certificate of completion, not an external accreditation; ask us how it is recognised by employers you have in mind.

Practicum record

A signed record of your two hands-on days, the technologies used and the techniques you practised, for your portfolio and job applications.

Reference on request

Students who complete the course can ask their instructor for a reference when applying to clinics.

Ongoing support

Questions after the course? Our practitioners are a call or email away, and refresher sessions can be arranged.

Who this course is for

  • People new to the industry who want a clinic-ready skill
  • Aestheticians and spa staff adding laser hair removal to their menu
  • Nurses and clinic owners training a team on the same equipment they will use

Tell us your background when you enquire and we will confirm the fit.

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How the course runs

From first module to your next step

  1. Week 1 · Days 1–5

    Classroom & device training

    Skin anatomy through consultation, assessment and treatment planning, then the three technologies. IPL, Alexandrite and Nd:YAG.

  2. Days 6–7

    Hands-on practicum

    Two days of practical training with laser hair removal techniques and equipment, building real operating experience.

  3. After the course

    Your next step

    Talk to us about working in the field. Our team is happy to advise on what clinics look for.

Fees and dates

Fees, start dates and class size

Course fees, upcoming start dates, daily hours and the number of places on each intake are confirmed by the clinic when you enquire. They change between intakes, so we quote them directly rather than publish a figure that may be out of date. Send the form below or call us and we will reply with the current fee, the next start date, the daily schedule and who will be teaching.

Enquire

Enquire about this course

No obligation. We will reply within one business day with dates, fees and the prerequisites.

Prefer to talk?

Call (780) 863-7561 or email info@oxydermlaserclinic.ca. Training runs at our Edmonton clinic, 6958 76 Ave NW #211.

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Course enquiry

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FAQ

Laser Hair Removal course: your questions

Straight answers from the Oxyderm team. Still wondering about something? Call us. We love these questions.

How long is the Laser Hair Removal course?

One week of training plus two days of practical training. The theory and device modules run in the first week; the two practicum days give you hands-on experience with laser hair removal techniques and equipment.

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What does the curriculum cover?

Skin anatomy, personal hygiene and safety, common skin disorders, the Fitzpatrick Skin Type Chart, professional consultation techniques, client assessment and treatment planning, and IPL, Alexandrite and Nd:YAG laser technology.

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Is there practical training?

Yes: the course includes two days of hands-on practicum designed to develop practical experience with laser hair removal techniques and equipment.

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Do I need previous laser experience to enrol?

The course starts from the foundations, skin anatomy, safety and skin typing, before moving to consultation and the technologies, so it suits people new to laser as well as aestheticians adding laser to their skills. Tell us about your background when you enquire and we will confirm the course is the right fit.

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Which laser technologies will I learn?

IPL, Alexandrite (755 nm) and Nd:YAG (1064 nm): the three technologies behind modern laser hair removal, including how each is matched to Fitzpatrick skin types I–VI.

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How do I enrol or ask about dates and fees?

Send the enquiry form on this page or call the clinic. We will reply with the next available start dates, fees and anything you need to prepare.

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Do treatments require downtime?

While many of our services are designed to have minimal downtime, this depends on the specific treatment. We’ll provide aftercare instructions to ensure you recover quickly.

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Course details

Ready to train with us?

Send an enquiry and we will reply with start dates, fees and prerequisites.