BMLA Approved Courses
This information was last updated in Aug 2026. Course approval is held for three years, as long as no significant changes to the course or faculty have taken place.
For more details on BMLA approval, click HERE.
Core of Knowledge Courses
Core of Knowledge Course at the Annual Meeting of the BMLA
Course: Core of Knowledge Course at the Annual Meeting of the BMLA
Syllabus: Core of Knowledge
Venue: King's House Conference Centre, Manchester
Course Organiser: British Medical Laser Association
Website: Details of the BMLA 2027 courses will be available soon. For details of the most recent event, please take a look at the BMLA 2026 Annual Conference & Educational Courses website
Date approved: May 2024
Date of next course: 19th May 2027
Core of Knowledge for Aesthetics, Veterinary, Ophthalmology and Urology
Course: Core of Knowledge as published on the BMLA website
Venue: Online via email (can be presented in person should the need arise)
Course Organiser: Stanley Batchelor LPA
E-Mail: stanadviser@gmail.com
Telephone: 07962 083351
Date approved: Feb 2026
Renewal due: Feb 2029
Dates of upcoming courses: Supplied as and when demand occurs.
Core of Knowledge for Medical, Aesthetic, Ophthalmic and Surgical uses
Course: Core of Knowledge
Venue: Online
Course Organiser: Tom Lister LPA
Telephone: 07791 182557
E-Mail: tomlister.lpa@gmail.com
Website: https://www.drtomlister.com/
Date approved: Feb 2026
Renewal due: Feb 2029
Dates of upcoming courses: Ongoing via an online platform. Email or WhatsApp organiser for login details.
Laser & IPL Core of Knowledge
Course: Core of Knowledge Training for Clinics Using Lasers & IPL
Syllabus: Core of Knowledge
Venue: Online via Zoom
Course Organiser: Dr Anna Bass
Website: www.lasermet.com
Link to online training click here
Date approved: November 2025
Renewal due: November 2028
Dates of next courses: Check website for details
Laser Therapy (Hot & Cold LLLT) Safety Training
Course: Laser Therapy (Hot & Cold LLLT) Safety Training for Physiotherapists, Chiropractors, and Veterinary Professionals
Syllabus: Core of Knowledge
Venue: Online and live via Zoom
Website laserprotectionadviser.ie
E-Mail: info@laserprotectionadviser.ie
Course Organiser: Dr Josette Galligan, LPA, Laser Protection Adviser Ltd
Date approved: June 2025
Renewal due: June 2028
Date of next course: Monthly, please check website
Core of Knowledge: Safe Use of Lasers in Clinical Practice
Course: Core of Knowledge
Venue: Teams / Cutera London Training Centre, 73 Watling Street, London, EC4M 9BJ
Course Organiser: Cutera
Telephone: 01635 575109
E-Mail: Marketing-UK@cutera.com
Website: https://cutera.com/uk-en/
Date approved: May 2025
Renewal due: May 2028
Dates of upcoming courses: Please refer to website for details regarding other dates.
NHS Scotland Core of Knowledge
Course: Core of Knowledge
Venue: Online via Turas
Course Organiser: NHS Education Scotland
Date approved: Mar 2025
Renewal due: Mar 2028
Dates of upcoming courses: On-line learning, on-going
Core of Knowledge, Laser User, Level 4 Course
Course: Core of Knowledge, Laser User, Level 4 Course
Syllabus: Mandatory Units: Understand Laser and Intense Light Generation and Characteristics; Understand Laser/IPL Hazards and How to Control Them; Understand Laser and Intense Light Source Radiation - Tissue Interaction; Understand Relevant Safety Management Standards and Legislation.
Venue: Distance Learning online via www.onlinelasertraining.co.uk
Telephone: 0344 800 8909
E-Mail: info@onlinelasertraining.co.uk
Course Organiser: Dr Godfrey Town Ph.D.
Date approved: February 2025
Renewal due: February 2028
Date of next course: Distance Learning, on-going
Royal Surrey Core of Knowledge Course
Course: Core of Knowledge
Venue: Online via MS Teams
Telephone: 01483 408395
E-Mail: rsc-tr.RadProt@nhs.net
Eventbrite bookings: www.eventbrite.co.uk
Course Organiser: Regional Radiation Protection Service, Royal Surrey County Hospital
Date approved: July 2024
Renewal due: July 2027
Date of next course: contact course organiser for details
SCM Medical Training Core of Knowledge Course
Course: Core of Knowledge Course
Syllabus: Core of Knowledge
Venue: The Hellenic Centre, 16-18 Paddington Street, London W1U 5AS
Course Organiser: SCM Medical Training
Website: www.scmmedicaltraining.com
Email: info@scmmedicaltraining.com
Telephone: 01394 461131
Date approved: June 2024
Renewal due: June 2027
Date of next course: Contact course organiser for details
Salisbury Core of Knowledge Course
Course: Core of Knowledge
Syllabus: Core of Knowledge
Venue: Salisbury and surrounding areas
For further Information please contact: mark.brewin@nhs.net or visit www.salisburylaserclinic.org.uk
Course Organiser: Dr Mark Brewin
Date approved: June 2024
Renewal due: June 2027
Date of next course: Please contact to arrange
Core of Knowledge: Birmingham, London & on-line
Course: Core of Knowledge
Syllabus: Core of Knowledge
Venue during COVID-19 crisis: Distance Learning on-line via real time Zoom meeting
Birmingham venue: De Vere Colmore Gate, Birmingham B3 2QD.
London venue: Wigmore Medical, 21 Wigmore Street, London W1U 1PJ.
Course Organiser: Mike Regan MSc
Telephone: 07917 573466
email: mike.regan@lasersafetyadvisory.co.uk
Website: www.lasersafetyadvisory.co.uk
Date approved: May 2024
Renewal due: May 2027
Date of next course: Monthly
Lynton Core of Knowledge Course
Course: Core of Knowledge
Venue: Virtual Classroom, via Zoom
Telephone: 01477 536977
E-Mail: info@lynton.co.uk
Website: https://lynton.co.uk/aesthetics-training/
Course Organiser: The Lynton Training Academy
Date approved: Dec 2023
Renewal due: Dec 2026
Gloucester Laser & Intense Light Sources Safety Course
Course: Laser & Intense Light Sources Safety Course
Syllabus: Core of Knowledge
Venue: Kingsholm Conference Centre, Gloucester
Course Organiser: Biophotonics Research Unit, Gloucestershire Royal Hospital
For Further Information please contact: Mrs A Bates, Office Manager, Biophotonics Research Group, Leadon House, Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, Great Western Road, Gloucester, GL1 3NN.
Telephone: 0300 4225484
fax: 0300 4225485
email: allison.bates1@nhs.net
Date approved: November 2023
Renewal due: November 2026
Date of next course: Contact course organiser for details
Laser Protection Supervisor Training
Royal Surrey Laser Protection Supervisor Course
Course: Laser Protection Supervisor Course 1 day
Venue: Online via MS Teams
Telephone: 01483 408395
E-Mail: rsc-tr.RadProt@nhs.net
Eventbrite bookings: www.eventbrite.co.uk
Course Organiser: Regional Radiation Protection Service, Royal Surrey County Hospital
Date approved: July 2024
Renewal due: July 2027
Date of next course: Contact course organiser for details
Laser Protection Supervisor (LSO) Level 5 Course
Course: Laser Protection Supervisor (LSO) Level 5 Course
Syllabus: Mandatory Units: Understand Laser and Intense Light Generation and Characteristics; Understand Laser/IPL Hazards and How to Control Them; Understand Laser and Intense Light Source Radiation - Tissue Interaction; Understand Relevant Safety Management Standards and Legislation; Mandatory & Elective Written & Practical Tasks.
Venue: Distance Learning online via www.onlinelasertraining.co.uk
Telephone: 0344 800 8909
E-Mail: info@onlinelasertraining.co.uk
Course Organiser: Dr Godfrey Town Ph.D.
Date approved: February 2025
Renewal due: February 2028
Date of next course: Distance Learning, on-going
SCM Laser Protection Supervisor Course
Course: Laser Protection Supervisor Course
Syllabus: Laser Protection Supervisor Course 1 day
Venue: The Hellenic Centre, 16-18 Paddington Street, London W1U 5AS
Course Organiser: SCM Medical Training
Website: www.scmmedicaltraining.com
Email: info@scmmedicaltraining.com
Telephone: 01394 461131
Date approved: June 2024
Renewal due: June 2027
Date of next course: Contact course organiser for details
Other Courses
Vilafortuny Training Centre
Course: Hair reduction using lasers and intense pulsed light devices (Laser Hair Removal)
Syllabus: This training covers skin and hair anatomy, laser biophysics, IPL safety, hair removal techniques, patient selection, cosmeceuticals, pre-treatment, and documentation, with live practical application.
Venue: Practical via Vilafortuny Laser Centre
Telephone: +971 56433 7960 / +971 502416405
E-Mail: lasertraining@vftdubai.com
Website: www.lasercourseuae.com
Course Organiser: Vilafortuny Training Centre
Date approved: Mar 2025
Renewal due: Mar 2028
Vilafortuny Training Centre
Course: Aesthetic Laser Devices
Syllabus: The course includes an overview of laser technology, discussing the science behind different Ablative and Non-Ablative lasers and IPL devices. Participants learn how to assess and treat pigmentation issues, acne scars, and various cutaneous lesions using advanced technologies like AFT, IPL, CO2 and Erbium YAG lasers, RF microneedling and Q-switched lasers. Hands-on training is provided for treating age spots, freckles, and pigmented lesions under expert supervision and managing complications to ensure safe and effective results.
Venue: Practical via Vilafortuny Laser Centre
Telephone: +971 56433 7960 / +971 502416405
E-Mail: lasertraining@vftdubai.com
Website: www.lasercourseuae.com
Course Organiser: Vilafortuny Training Centre
Date approved: Mar 2025
Renewal due: Mar 2028
Lynton Courses
Course: Skin and Laser Applications
Venue: Virtual Classroom, via Zoom
Telephone: 01477 536977
E-Mail: info@lynton.co.uk
Website: https://lynton.co.uk/aesthetics-training/
Course Organiser: The Lynton Training Academy
Date approved: December 2023
Renewal due: December 2026
Date of next course: TBC
Course: Level 4 Diploma in Laser & Light Therapies: Hair Reduction & Skin Rejuvenation
Venue: The Lynton Training Academy, Holmes Chapel, Crewe
Telephone: 01477 536977
E-Mail: info@lynton.co.uk
Website: https://lynton.co.uk/aesthetics-training/
Course Organiser: The Lynton Training Academy
Date approved: December 2023
Renewal due: December 2026
Course: Tattoo Removal
Venue: The Lynton Training Academy, Holmes Chapel, Crewe
Telephone: 01477 536977
E-Mail: info@lynton.co.uk
Website: https://lynton.co.uk/aesthetics-training/
Course Organiser: The Lynton Training Academy
Date approved: December 2023
Renewal due: December 2026
Course: Masterclasses
Venue: The Lynton Training Academy, Holmes Chapel, Crewe
Telephone: 01477 536977
E-Mail: info@lynton.co.uk
Website: https://lynton.co.uk/aesthetics-training/
Course Organiser: The Lynton Training Academy
Date approved: December 2023
Renewal due: December 2026
Dates of upcoming courses:
Contact organiser for details
Introduction to Medical Class 3b Laser Therapy
Course: Introduction to Medical Class 3b Laser Therapy
Syllabus: Introduction to Medical Class 3b Laser Therapy
Venue: 10 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF.
Course organiser: Laser Medicine.
Website: www.lasermedicine.co.uk
Email: info@lasermedicine.co.uk
Telephone: 020 7467 8470
Date approved: May 2024
Renewal due: December 2027
Dates of upcoming courses: Email organiser for details
Laser & IPL Hair Reduction & Skin Rejuvenation, Level 4 Course
Course: Certificate in the Principles & Practice of Laser & IPL Hair Reduction & Skin Rejuvenation Level 4 Course
Syllabus: Mandatory Units: Applied Anatomy & Physiology for Laser & Light-Based Therapies; Client Consultation & Assessment for Laser & Light-Based Therapies; Laser & Light-Based Technology & Tissue Interactions; Clinical Health, Safety & Professional Practice for Laser & Light-Based Therapies; Principles & Practice in Laser & Light-Based Hair Reduction & Skin Rejuvenation Application (including non-ablative and ablative rejuvenation).
Venue: Distance Learning online via www.onlinelasertraining.co.uk
Telephone: 0344 800 8909
E-Mail: info@onlinelasertraining.co.uk
Course Organiser: Dr Godfrey Town Ph.D.
Date approved: February 2025
Renewal due: February 2028
Date of next course: Distance Learning, on-going
Laser Tattoo & Benign Pigmented Blemish Removal, Level 5 Course
Course: Certificate in the Principles & Practice of Laser Tattoo & Benign Pigmented Blemish Removal, Level 5 Course
Syllabus: Mandatory Units: Applied Anatomy & Physiology for Laser & Light-Based Therapies; Client Consultation & Assessment for Laser & Light-Based Therapies; Laser & Light-Based Technology & Tissue Interactions; Clinical Health, Safety & Professional Practice for Laser & Light-Based Therapies; Principles & Practice in Laser Tattoo & Benign Pigmented Blemish Removal Application.
Venue: Distance Learning online via www.onlinelasertraining.co.uk
Telephone: 0344 800 8909
E-Mail: sales@gcghealthcare.co.uk
Course Organiser: Dr Godfrey Town Ph.D.
Date approved: February 2025
Renewal due: February 2028
Date of next course: Distance Learning, on-going
Non ablative lasers and IPL skin rejuvenation Level 4 Certificate
Course: Non ablative lasers and IPL skin rejuvenation Level 4 Certificate
Syllabus:
- Relevant legislation, standards, and guidelines.
- Skin anatomy and physiology.
- How light and laser can interact with tissues- including the skin.
- Skin Healing Process
- Laser and IPL key technologies used for skin rejuvenation
- Principles of quality assurance and how to minimize the risks.
- Laser and IPL tissue interactions for laser and IPL skin rejuvenation.
- Standard indications for laser and IPL skin rejuvenation
- Standard contraindications for laser and IPL skin rejuvenation
- Personal protection measures including eye protection
- Methods of practical treatment delivery
- Standards for laser controlled area
- COVID-19 Protection measures
Telephone: 07932857109
email: info@certifa-aesthetics.com
Website: www.certifa-aesthetics.com
Date approved: July 2024
Renewal due: July 2027
Date of next course: Distance Learning, on-going.
Laser Tattoo and SPMU removal with Carbon Peel Level 5 Certificate
Course: Laser Tattoo and SPMU removal with Carbon Peel Level 5 Certificate
Syllabus:
- Relevant legislation, standards, and guidelines.
- Laser- tissue interactions
- Semi permanent make up and tattoo structure, both its placement in the tissue and its composition and the reasons why the semi permanent make up and tattoo might need to be removed.
- Skin Healing Process
- Standard contraindications for laser tattoo and SPMU removal
- Methods of practical treatment delivery including R20 and combination of laser technique
- Laser Controlled Area requirements
- Appropriate client consultation
- The key technologies used for laser carbon peel as a method of skin rejuvenation
- Laser- Tissue interaction mechanisms in carbon peel skin rejuvenation.
- Standard contraindications for laser carbon Ppeel as a method of skin rejuvenation
- Personal protection measures including eye protection
- Methods of practical treatment delivery
- Quality assurance and how to minimize the risks
- Accidents/ Incidents and adverse event management
Telephone: 07932857109
email: info@certifa-aesthetics.com
Website: www.certifa-aesthetics.com
Date approved: July 2024
Renewal due: July 2027
Date of next course: Distance Learning, on-going.
Laser IPL Hair Reduction Level 4 Certificate
Course: Laser IPL Hair Reduction Level 4 Certificate
Syllabus:
- Relevant legislation, standards, and guidelines.
- Skin anatomy and physiology.
- How light and laser can interact with tissues- including the skin.
- Hair anatomy and physiology
- Hair grow cycle.
- Laser and IPL key technologies used for hair reduction
- Principles of quality assurance and how to minimize the risks.
- Laser and IPL tissue interaction mechanisms
- Standard indications for laser and IPL hair reduction treatments.
- Standard contraindications for laser and IPL hair reduction treatments
- Personal protection measures including eye protection
- Methods of practical treatment delivery
- Standards for laser controlled area
- COVID-19 Protection measures
Telephone: 07932857109
email: info@certifa-aesthetics.com
Website: www.certifa-aesthetics.com
Date approved: July 2024
Renewal due: July 2027
Date of next course: Distance Learning, on-going.
Ablative and Non- Ablative Laser Skin Resurfacing Level 6 Certificate
Course: Ablative and Non- Ablative Laser Skin Resurfacing Level 6 Certificate
Syllabus:
- Relevant legislation, standards, and guidelines.
- Skin anatomy and physiology
- Laser- tissue interactions
- Standard indications for ablative and non- ablative laser skin resurfacing
- Standard contraindications for ablative and non- ablative laser skin resurfacing
- The key technologies and principles of laser treatment for Laser skin resurfacing
- Laser Controlled Area requirements
- Appropriate client consultation
- Specific methods of practical delivery of treatment
- Personal protection measures including eye protection
- Quality assurance and how to minimize the risks
- Accidents/ Incidents and adverse event management
- COVID-19 Protection measures
Telephone: 07932857109
email: info@certifa-aesthetics.com
Website: www.certifa-aesthetics.com
Date approved: July 2024
Renewal due: July 2027
Date of next course: Distance Learning, on-going.
Laser and IPL Vascular lesions removal Level 5 Certificate
Course: Laser and IPL Vascular lesions removal Level 5 Certificate
Syllabus:
- Relevant legislation, standards, and guidelines.
- Laser- tissue interactions
- Standard indications for Laser/ IPL Vascular Lesions removal
- Standard contraindications for Laser/ IPL Vascular Lesions removal
- The key technologies and principles of laser and IPL treatment to remove vascular lesions.
- Laser Controlled Area requirements
- Appropriate client consultation
- Specific methods of practical delivery of treatment
- Personal protection measures including eye protection
- Quality assurance and how to minimize the risks
- Accidents/ Incidents and adverse event management
- COVID-19 Protection measures
Telephone: 07932857109
email: info@certifa-aesthetics.com
Website: www.certifa-aesthetics.com
Date approved: July 2024
Renewal due: July 2027
Date of next course: Distance Learning, on-going.
