Laser technicians can find employment at spas and medical centers or in dermatologist offices. Training to become a certified laser technician includes classroom and hands-on experience. There are many certification options from which to choose, but different states have different education and experience requirements for laser technicians to be able to work. In order to become a certified laser technician, the training can be completed in a short period of time through a vocational program. Some laser tech school programs restrict enrollment to nurses or licensed aestheticians or cosmetologists, while others have less stringent restrictions. Coursework for using a laser is typically divided into classroom training and hands-on experience. Topics of study include laser devices, laser safety, physics, regulatory guidelines, hair removal, tattoo removal, and collagen rejuvenation.