comprehensive cosmetic laser
BENEFITS OF THIS COURSE
This comprehensive, hands-on course provides in-depth training on the latest laser and light-based therapies, including laser hair removal, skin rejuvenation, body contouring, tattoo removal, and treatment of pigmented lesions. Participants will gain practical experience with multiple modalities, such as ND:YAG, Alexandrite, IPL, Diode, cryolipolysis, and radio frequency. The curriculum also includes essential laser theory, covering topics such as skin typing, contraindication assessment, clinical endpoint evaluation, and client consultations.

Duration
4 Days - Monday - Thursday
9 AM - 6 PM
50 Hours (20 Hours Online)
LOCATION
Course held onsite at NIMA Institute in Nevada and online
Prerequisite licensures
ME, Advanced Esthetician, RN, PA, APRN, MD, DO
outside enrollment
$4,000

- Anatomy of skin and hair
- Fitzpatrick skin typing
- The electromagnetic spectrum
- Evolution of lasers and light therapy
- Laser physics
- Tissue interactions
- Broad-based light vs. LASER light
- LASER and light parameters
- LASER and light applications
- Non light based cosmetic technologies
- Q-switched, Nano and Pico tattoo
- Fractionated & Non-fractionated
- Client consultations
- Pre/post procedures
- Indications and contraindications
- Ablative vs. non-ablative rejuvenation
- Laser Safety

- Laser hair removal
- IPL photofacials
- Non-ablative skin rejuvenation
- Skin tightening
- Cryotherapy Fat Lipolysis (CoolSculpting)
- Cellulite therapy
- Tattoo removal
- Vascular therapy
- Benign pigmented lesions
why choose NIMA
1
Cutting Edge Curriculum Designed For Your Success
2
15+ Laser Technologies On Site
3
Learn From Our Medical Professionals
4
Real Medical Spa Setting and Experience
5
In-demand Graduates


*Valid on any skin care treatment up to a $300 value ($50 minimum). Excludes injectables. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. See spa for restrictions. New clients only.”
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glowing reviews
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Rylan Baum
3/12/2025
This school is so welcoming and has so many opportunities for you to be successful with what ever you have interest in!!
Abi Martinsen
3/10/2025
I have loved my time at NIMA. I have learned so much from the staff and students. I always feel loved when receiving treatments, and enjoy coming here for my skin care needs.
Abby Rogel
3/8/2025
Love love love it here! I’ve been so lucky to learn here and I love the opportunities NIMA gives me to grow!
Diana M Cole
3/4/2025
I recently took the Spa Mastery Class, a continuing education (CE) course at NIMA Institute and it was truly one of the best days of my life.
Michelle Peterson
2/12/2025
Fantastic CE course today! Loved learning more holistic practices to offer my clients.
Tessa Brown
1/15/2025
I really want to say that dez is one of the best instructors I could’ve possibly ever had she’s the most knowledgeable person I’ve ever talked to and has made Nima amazing!!
Sydney Ludeman
1/21/2025
I just graduated from NIMA and it’s been amazing!! Our instructors are the best! Katherine has helped me so much accomplish my own acne journey!
Kasey White
1/23/2025
Nima is amazing! Best Esthetic school in Utah hands down