
Laser & Light Based
Hair Removal 2 months This course will improve your skills in the most efficient manners to apply laser and you will become, in two months, a Certified Laser Specialist having the most advanced and comprehensive clinical knowledge in laser. This laser training course will teach you the essential rules that each specialist shall fully understand to apply effective esthetic treatments safely. The course will teach you all types of laser and will give you the required comprehensive knowledge, experience and techniques to success in applying cosmetic procedures with best results. Students will be able to link science and technology. They will have the chance to apply techniques on live models using the most effective equipment.
Nail Structure and Growth
- Learn essential physiology and anatomy of unique skin types of patients
- Understand and determine which types of treatments will create the desired results
- Learn to communicate with patients and determine client expectations
- Understand and evaluate the patient with aesthetic requests
Laser Safety and Physics
- Receive a practical understanding of laser physics and laser safety
- Learn laser safety guidelines to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local ordinances
- Understand the hazards of lasers and how to avoid them
- Learn the different delivery mechanisms associated with laser treatments
Lasers
- Learn laser protocols and perform laser hair removal, skin tightening, photofacial, venous treatments, tattoo removal, acne treatments, and skin ablation techniques
- Understand how to receive results for your patients – not just treatments!
- Learn and understand the newer multiplatform solutions for IPL and lasers
- Gain knowledge of the shortcomings, benefits, and “need to know” in purchasing and configuration for your laser services
- Understand the various benefits and shortcomings of purchasing “new” lasers versus used and refurbished machines
- Learn how to purchase them to get the best price and value added to your system
Marketing Your Cosmetic Laser Offerings
- How to start up and market internally and externally cosmetic laser procedures
- Learn to implement specific strategies for marketing and practice growth
- How to price each specific treatment and provide package solutions/options
- Practical training on real models
Life Skills
- The Psychology of Success
- Motivation and Self-Management
- Managing Your Career
- Time Management
- Ethics
- Personality Development and Attitude
- Rafic Younes Success Story
Business
- The Business of Cosmetology
- The Salon Protocol
- Business Plan

It is imperative to acknowledge that students, under the tutelage of licensed instructors, will engage in the application of their competencies to clients, thereby refining their methodologies as the courses unfold. In order to be awarded the official diploma of the Rafic Younes Academy, students are required to successfully complete a series of practical and written examinations.