Level 4 Aesthetics Courses in London
Two ProQual routes at Level 4: a certificate in laser, IPL and high-energy LED skin treatments, or a diploma that builds a full advanced skin menu. Both are taught at our academy in Wood Green.
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Two Level 4 qualifications
| Diploma in Aesthetic Treatments and Skin Science | Certificate in Skin Treatment Using Laser, IPL and High Energy LED Devices | |
|---|---|---|
| Qualification number | 610/4475/1 | 610/4839/2 |
| TQT / GLH | 635 / 442 hours | 280 hours (28 credits) / 230 hours |
| Structure | 5 mandatory units + at least 4 optional | 3 mandatory units + at least 1 optional |
| Entry | Level 3 Pathway to Aesthetic Practice (or equivalent), or 5+ years’ verifiable beauty experience | Level 3 Pathway (or equivalent) + Level 4 Core Knowledge of Laser Safety (done or alongside) |
| Minimum age | 18 | 18 |
| Best for | A broad advanced skin menu | Photo-rejuvenation and hair growth reduction |
Level 4 Diploma in Aesthetic Treatments and Skin Science
The diploma gives you the ethics, skin science and investigative consultation behind advanced skin work, then lets you pick at least four treatments to master.
Mandatory units
- Health and Safety in a Salon Environment
- Infection Control and Prevention for Cosmetic, Aesthetic and Needle Related Treatments
- Ethics and Principles for Aesthetic Treatments
- Advanced Skin Science for Aesthetic Treatments
- Advanced Skin Assessment and Investigative Consultation for Aesthetic Treatments
Optional units (choose at least four)
- Principles and Practice of Cosmetic Micropigmentation
- Eyebrow Micropigmentation Microblading – Manual Method
- Principles and Practice of Scalp Micropigmentation
- Removal of Skin Blemishes, Skin Tags and Moles Using Non-Surgical Cosmetic Procedures
- Skin Tightening Using the Plasma Pen
- Principles and Practice of Microneedling Treatments
- Principles and Practice of Chemical Peel Treatments
- Principles and Practice of Dermaplaning Treatments
Can I take the diploma without Level 3?
Yes, if you have at least five years of verifiable experience working in the beauty sector. Otherwise start with our Level 3 Diploma in Pathway to Aesthetic Practice.
Level 4 Certificate in Laser, IPL and High Energy LED
This certificate is for practitioners who want to work with high-energy devices. You complete three mandatory units (health and safety, infection control, and providing an initial consultation) plus at least one optional unit: photo-rejuvenation, or hair growth reduction. Each optional unit is endorsed for laser, IPL or high-energy LED devices.
Every practical criterion is observed at least five times before it is signed off, with photo or video evidence.
Level 4 aesthetics FAQs
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Not sure which Level 4 suits you?
Tell us which treatments you want to offer and we will point you to the right route.