Course curriculum

  • 1

    Course Introduction

    • Course Overview (eLearning)

    • Course Resources (eLearning)

    • Photofacial FAQs

  • 2

    History and Evolution of IPL/BBL Technology

    • History and Evolution of IPL / BBL Technology (eLearning)

  • 3

    Introduction to IPL Therapy

    • Overview of Laser, IPL and BBL Technology (eLearning)

    • Photons (eLearning)

    • Common Laser Wavelengths (eLearning)

    • Measuring Wavelengths (eLearning)

    • Laser Light Key Characteristics

    • Types of Lasers

    • What do Lasers Target?

    • Variables that Affect Tissue during Laser Treatments ( Wavelength)

    • Power Density and Laser Treatment (On-screen documentation)

  • 4

    Equipment and Safety Protocols

    • Basic Laser System (On-Screen Documentation)

    • Components of an IPL /BBL (Onscreen Documentation)

    • Safety Measures during IPL/BBL Treatment (On-screen Documentation)

    • Safety Checklist (On-screen Documenation)

    • Equipment Maintenance and Calibration (On-screen Documentation)

  • 5

    Treatment Protocols and Parameters

    • Parameters Influencing IPL Treatment (On-Screen Documentation)

    • Power Density (On-screen Documentation)

    • Treatment Protocols (eLearning)

  • 6

    Practical Consultation and Care

    • Preparing Patients for IPL Treatment (On-Screen Documentation)

    • Fitzpatrick Skin Type Survey (eLearning)

    • Managing Adverse Reactions and Complications (Flagged for delete)

    • Pre-Treatment Instructions (On-screen documenation)

    • Photo Facial Informed Consent Sample (On-Screen Documenation)

  • 7

    Advanced Topics and Case Studies (Selected to be deleted)

    • Combined Modalities: IPL with Other Treatments & Treatment Order Possibilities

    • Case Studies and Videos

    • Ethical and Legal Considerations in IPL Therapy

    • Photos