Laser Training Consortium Course Objectives & Agenda
Laser/IPL Applications
COURSE OBJECTIVES AND AGENDA
Statement of Need
Aesthetic Medicine is an emerging specialty driven by experiential growth. As new treatment modalities, new medications, devices and advanced technologies emerge, this proposes a need for well trained and competent professionals to deliver these services.
Educational Objectives
After completing this activity, the participant should be better able to:
- Explain the Physics & Mechanism of Action of Lasers and Pulsed Light Devices
- Discuss benefits, expectations, & results associated with laser & pulsed light devices
- Outline principles of selection appropriate for treatment of various cosmetic indications with use of cosmetic lasers and pulsed light devices
- Describe measures to minimize complications and sub-optimal results
- Explain the contraindications and precautions associated with laser & pulsed light
- Explain proper management of complications associated with laser & pulsed light
- Describe and Demonstrate technique and safe operation of laser & pulsed light devices
Course Agenda – Day 1
Course runs from 9am-6pm both days.
08:30 – 09:00am Registration
09:00 – 10:45am Lecture
10:45 – 11:00am BREAK (15 minutes)
11:00 – 12:30pm Lecture
12:30 – 01:30pm LUNCH (1 hour)
01:30 – 01:45pm Q & A
01:45 – 02:15pm Live Demonstration
02:15 – 06:00pm Supervised Hands-on Practicum:
Program Agenda – Day 2
08:30 – 09:00am Registration
09:00 – 10:45am Lecture
10:45 – 11:00am BREAK (15 minutes)
11:00 – 12:30pm Lecture
12:30 – 01:30pm LUNCH (1 hour)
01:30 – 01:45pm Q & A
01:45 – 02:15pm Live Demonstration
02:15 – 05:45pm Supervised Hands-On Practicum
05:45 – 06:00pm Evaluations & Closing
