You’ll need:

✓ Age: Minimum 19 years (no exceptions)

✓ Prior Qualification – MANDATORY:
• Level 4 Laser and IPL Certificate (you MUST be qualified in laser treatments before enrolling)

✓ English Language: Good speaking, reading, writing, and understanding (essential for safety protocols, laser physics, and client consultations in advanced aesthetic practice)

This Level 5 laser tattoo removal course is perfect if you:

✓ Already hold Level 4 Laser and IPL certification and want to advance your career
✓ Want to add high-profit tattoo removal services to your aesthetic practice in London
✓ Work in laser clinics, medi-spas, or aesthetic clinics and want specialised training
✓ Are building your own laser practice and want to offer comprehensive laser services
✓ Understand laser safety and want to master Q-switched laser technology
✓ Want expert guidance from experienced tattoo removal practitioners.

Don’t have Level 4 Laser and IPL yet? You must complete VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Laser and IPL Treatments first before enrolling in this Level 5 laser tattoo removal course.

By the time you complete this VTCT Level 5 Certificate in Laser Tattoo Removal, you’ll confidently perform professional tattoo removal and fading treatments using Q-switched laser systems:

Principles and Practice of Non-Medical Aesthetic Therapies

Advanced aesthetic knowledge for Level 5 practitioners:

• Understanding the regulatory framework for laser tattoo removal in the UK
• Professional standards and ethical practice in advanced aesthetic treatments
• Legal responsibilities when performing laser tattoo removal
• Insurance requirements and professional indemnity for laser practitioners
• Working within scope of practice and knowing when to refer to medical professionals

This advanced theoretical foundation ensures you practice laser tattoo removal safely and professionally within UK regulations.

Advanced Consultation for Non-Medical Aesthetic Therapies

Master complex client assessments for tattoo removal:

• Advanced consultation techniques for tattoo removal clients
• Assessing tattoo characteristics: ink colors, depth, age, location
• Skin type and tone analysis for safe laser treatment (Fitzpatrick scale)
• Identifying contraindications for laser tattoo removal
• Managing client expectations about treatment outcomes and timelines
• Consent procedures and photographic documentation
• Treatment planning and pricing protocols

Tattoo removal consultations are more complex than standard laser treatments – you’ll learn how to assess whether tattoos are suitable for removal and provide realistic treatment expectations.

Advanced Skin Care for Non-Medical Aesthetic Therapies

Skin science for laser tattoo removal:

• How skin responds to Q-switched laser energy
• Understanding pigment particle fragmentation and lymphatic clearance
• Wound healing processes after laser tattoo removal
• Managing hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation risks
• Pre-treatment and post-treatment skin care protocols
• Treating different skin types safely with laser tattoo removal
• Scar tissue assessment and treatment planning

This knowledge is critical for achieving optimal tattoo removal results while minimizing complications.

Remove or Fade Tattoos Using Q-Switched Laser Systems

The core practical training for laser tattoo removal:

• Understanding Q-switched laser technology and wavelengths
• Laser settings for different ink colours (black, red, blue, green, yellow)
• Treatment techniques for amateur vs professional tattoos
• Managing difficult tattoo removal cases (multi-coloured, covering old tattoos)
• Semi-permanent makeup removal protocols
• Treatment intervals and session planning (typically 6-8 weeks apart)
• Pain management and client comfort during laser tattoo removal
• Immediate aftercare and long-term healing protocols
• Recognizing and managing complications (blistering, burns, scarring)
• When to stop treatment or refer clients

Hands-on practice throughout the course: You’ll work with Q-switched laser systems on real models, supervised by experienced laser tattoo removal practitioners. Our small class size (maximum 4 students) ensures you get extensive practice time.

Advanced Knowledge That Keeps You Safe:

✓ Laser Physics & Safety – Advanced understanding of Q-switched laser wavelengths and their interaction with tattoo pigments
✓ Complication Management – What to do when adverse reactions occur, emergency protocols
✓ Risk Assessment – Identifying high-risk cases and contraindications before treatment
✓ Professional Standards – Legal, ethical, and insurance requirements for laser tattoo removal practice in London

Schedule: 1 day per week for 10 weeks
Hours: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Class Size: Maximum 4 students
Location: Ladbroke Grove, London (10 minute walk from the tube station)

What Makes Our Level 5 Laser Tattoo Removal Training Different:

Most laser training providers teach tattoo removal in large classes where students share equipment and get limited hands-on time with Q-switched lasers.

At Portobello Aesthetics Training Academy in Ladbroke Grove, you train in small groups of just 4 students – ensuring extensive practice with professional Q-switched laser systems under expert supervision.

Why this matters for Level 5 laser tattoo removal training:

When you’re learning advanced laser techniques for tattoo removal, you need:

• Extensive hands-on practice – Not waiting for equipment or watching from the back of a large class
• Individual feedback – From tutors who can correct your technique immediately
• Confidence with lasers – Built through repeated practice in a supportive environment
• Expert guidance – From tutors with over 45 years combined experience in laser treatments
• Time to master settings – Learning proper laser parameters for different ink colors and skin types

Our small class size gives you all of this, ensuring you’re genuinely confident performing laser tattoo removal before you treat paying clients.

What a Typical Training Day Looks Like:

Morning: Advanced theory covering laser physics, tattoo removal protocols, skin reactions, complication management, and case study discussions

Afternoon: Hands-on practical work with Q-switched laser systems on real models, supervised by experienced laser tattoo removal practitioners who provide immediate feedback

Throughout: Time to ask every question, practice laser techniques at your own pace, and master the complexities of safe tattoo removal before moving forward

You’ll work on real tattoos throughout the course – because practising on synthetic materials doesn’t prepare you for real ink pigments, real skin reactions, and real client expectations about tattoo removal in London aesthetic clinics.

You Don’t Need to Worry About:

✓ Access to Professional Q-Switched Laser Equipment – Train on industry-standard laser systems used in London aesthetic clinics (no need to purchase expensive equipment before starting)

✓ Practice Models Organized – We arrange all models with suitable tattoos for your practical sessions

✓ Comprehensive Course Materials – Detailed manuals covering laser physics, treatment protocols, consent forms, complication management guides, aftercare sheets for laser tattoo removal clients

✓ VTCT Registration & Assessment Fees – All included in your course fee (no hidden costs)

What You Need to Bring:

✓ Uniform: Tunic, black trousers, flat closed-toe shoes (ensures professionalism and safety in laser practice)

✓ Your Level 4 Laser Certificate: Proof of qualification (mandatory for enrollment)

✓ Enthusiasm & Questions: Advanced laser training requires precision – ask everything.

You’ll be assessed through:

✓ Clinical Study – Observing and analyzing real tattoo removal treatments and case studies

✓ Theory Assignments – Demonstrating your understanding of advanced laser physics, safety protocols, and tattoo removal science

✓ Practical Assessment – Performing laser tattoo removal treatments on real models using Q-switched lasers under supervision

✓ Written Examination – Testing comprehensive knowledge of safe laser tattoo removal practice

All assessments must be completed within the designated 10-week course timeframe.

Upon Successful Completion:

You’ll receive your VTCT (ITEC) Level 5 Certificate in Laser Tattoo Removal – an Ofqual-regulated qualification that:

✓ Represents a specialist advanced level of laser training
✓ Qualifies you to perform laser tattoo removal in aesthetic clinics and laser clinics across London and the UK
✓ Makes you insurable for professional indemnity insurance covering laser tattoo removal
✓ Is recognised by professional bodies and insurance providers
✓ Opens doors to high-earning opportunities in the laser aesthetics industry

Important: This Level 5 qualification demonstrates specialist expertise in laser tattoo removal techniques.

Career Opportunities with Level 5 Laser Tattoo Removal:

Once fully qualified, you can obtain professional indemnity insurance and begin working as a laser tattoo removal specialist, performing tattoo removal and fading treatments with confidence and expertise across London.

• Work in specialist laser clinics – London has numerous laser tattoo removal clinics seeking qualified Level 5 practitioners
• Add tattoo removal to existing aesthetic practice – Expand your treatment menu with a high-profit service
• Start your own laser tattoo removal business – One of the most profitable niches in aesthetics
• Command premium treatment pricing – Tattoo removal sessions typically cost £100-£400+ per treatment
• Build a steady client base – Tattoo removal requires multiple sessions (6-12+ treatments), creating recurring revenue

Why Laser Tattoo Removal is a Smart Career Move:

✓ High demand – Increasing numbers of people seeking professional tattoo removal in London
✓ Premium pricing – One of the highest-earning laser treatments
✓ Repeat clients – Multiple sessions required for complete removal
✓ Specialist service – Demonstrates advanced expertise with Level 5 qualification
✓ Career advancement – Level 5 is an advanced specialist qualification

But Here’s What Really Matters:

Even after you graduate and start performing laser tattoo removal on paying clients, you can still contact your tutor for advice.

Got a question about a difficult case? Unsure about treatment parameters? Need guidance on complication management?

We’re here for you.

That’s the PATA difference – you’re part of our professional laser practitioner network for life.