Microdermabrasion Training
A non-invasive, non-surgical treatment, microdermabrasion can offer clients softer, smoother, cleaner skin with minimal discomfort, if done properly. Proper microdermabrasion training is essential to reaching the full potential of the treatment in a safe and responsible manner. There are no federal guidelines for licensing this service, each state is allowed to determine its own laws.
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Definition
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Microdermabrasion is a procedure that removes the top layer of skin using ultra-fine crystals of aluminum oxide, alleviating imperfections from sun damage, acne or other skin disorders. Aluminum oxide is a mineral that does not promote allergic reactions like itching, psoriasis or eczema and is helpful for fighting acne.
Traditional and Online
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Traditional training courses are often offered as part of general cosmetic therapy or cosmetology classes. Courses may involve skin typing, fundamentals of skin care, equipment care and operation, anatomy and physiology and typically take one to three years to complete.
Online training courses are available. These courses are conducted via video training and are not as in-depth as other methods and offer a certificate of completion.
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National Training Standards
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As of 2010, national microdermabrasion training standards have not been established. Each state is responsible for deciding the amount of licensure of the field, as well as who may perform these services. Some states allow only licensed physicians to perform this procedure while others allow cosmetologists to do it. Since each state differs, check with your state's department of labor for local regulations.
Length
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The length of the program will depend on the type of training chosen. Online microdermabrasion courses are completed in a few hours or one day, while in-person training classes will range from one week to several weeks. Again, this will depend on the program and what is incorporated with the course. For instance, as part of a cosmetology training course, microdermabrasion training could last a week.
Cost
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The cost will vary, dependent upon the training program choice. Online courses start at approximately $300 while in-person, one-day seminars range from $500 to $1,200. If microdermabrasion training is part of a cosmetology course, the cost is not broken down into subject areas.
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References
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