Laser Hair Removal - Radiation Control Program

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Laser Hair Removal Update (Rev 03/10/2011):

We are now accepting applications for laser hair removal program. Please see below for instructions and applications.

General Information

Policy Regarding Purchase, Possession and Use of Laser Hair Removal Devices pursuant to Subchapter M, Chapter 401, Health and Safety Code. (PDF 25KB)

Laser Hair Removal Frequently Asked Questions. (PDF 31KB)

Laser Hair Removal Contact Information

“Grandfathering” Extension Deadline has Expired

Effective September 1, 2011, the “Grandfathering” extension deadline has expired. Please see below for laser hair removal registration requirements.

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Laser Hair Removal Registration Information

For a new Certificate of Registration for Individuals, please submit the following along with the appropriate fee:

Apprentice-in-Training

RC Form 302-5 – Registration Application for Laser Hair Removal Apprentice in Training. (PDF _30KB or WORD _70KB)
Fee of $50.00 according to Title 25 Texas Administrative Code §289.302.
For registration and radiation safety requirements for an LHR technician, refer to Title 25 Texas Administrative Code §289.302.
Accepted Texas Training Programs for Laser Hair Removal Individuals:

      ATI Career Training Center
      6351 Boulevard 26, Suite 100
      North Richland Hills, TX 76180
      817/284-1141

                Austin Community College
                5930 Middle Fiskville Rd.
                Austin, TX 78752

                Avante Laser Training Institute
                9191 Pinecroft, Suite 280
                The Woodlands, TX 77380
                281/475-4705
                877/543-7957

                National Laser Institute, L.L.C.
                DBA National Laser Institute
                3850 W. Northwest Highway, Suite 1100
                Dallas, TX 75220
                800/982-6817

                Rockwell Laser Industries, Inc.
                7754 Camargo Road
                Cincinnati, OH 45243
                513/272-9900

                Texas Laser Institute
                2201 W. Holcombe Blvd., Suite 225
                Houston, TX 77030
                (832) 767-0977

Technician

RC Form 302-6 – Registration Application for Laser Hair Removal Technician. (PDF _41KB or WORD _116KB)
Fee of $70.00 according to Title 25 Texas Administrative Code §289.302.
For registration and radiation safety requirements for an LHR technician, refer to Title 25 Texas Administrative Code §289.302.

Senior Technician

RC Form 302-7 - Registration Application for Laser Hair Removal Senior Technician. (PDF _52KB or WORD _163KB)
Fee of $100.00 according to Title 25 Texas Administrative Code §289.302.
For registration and radiation safety requirements for a senior LHR technician, refer to Title 25 Texas Administrative Code §289.302.

Professional

RC Form 302-8 - Registration Application for Laser Hair Removal Professional. (PDF_54KB or WORD _159KB)
Fee of $150.00 according to Title 25 Texas Administrative Code §289.302.
For registration and radiation safety requirements for an LHR professional, refer to Title 25 Texas Administrative Code §289.302.
Accepted Texas Certifying Entities:

      The Society for Clinical & Medical Hair Removal, Inc. (SCMHR)
      2424 American Lane
      Madison, WI 53704-3102
      608/443-2470

      Professional Medical Education Association, Inc.
     DBA National Council on Laser Excellence
      3136 Broadway, Suite 101
      Grove City, OH 43123
      614/883-1739

                Texas Laser Institute
                2201 West Holcomb Blvd., Suite 225
                Houston, TX 77030
                832/767-0977

For a list of persons registered in Texas, refer to Registered Texas Professionals (PDF 18KB)
LHR Personal Information Release Form (PDF _37KB or WORD _84KB)

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For a Laser Hair Removal Facility, please submit the following along with the appropriate fee:

RC Form 302-4 – Registration Application for Laser Hair Removal Facility. (PDF_94KB or WORD _95KB)
RC Form 226-1 _{(PDF 330KB)} – Business Information Form.
RC Form 42-L – Laser Safety Officer (LSO) Information. (PDF_32KB or WORD _53KB)
Sample Consulting Physician Contract (PDF_23KB or WORD 46_KB)
Confidentiality of Contract between LHR Facility and Consulting Physician (PDF_16KB or WORD 31_KB)
Fee of $1260.00 according to Title 25 Texas Administrative Code §289.302.
For registration and radiation safety requirements for an LHR facility, refer to Title 25 Texas Administrative Code §289.302.

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For Agency-Accepted Training Program, please submit the following along with the appropriate fee:

RC Form 302-3 (PDF 470KB)– Registration Application for Laser Hair Removal Training Programs.
RC Form 226-1 (PDF 330KB)– Business Information Form.
RC Form 42-L – Laser Safety Officer (LSO) Information. (PDF 32KB or WORD 53KB)
Certificate of Approval with Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) - please visit TWC website at http://www.twc.state.tx.us/ or call 512/936-3100 for TWC requirements.
Fee of $253.00 according to Title 25 Texas Administrative Code §289.302.
For registration and radiation safety requirements for agency-accepted training programs, refer to Title 25 Texas Administrative Code §289.302.

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For certifying entity, certification program, and examination approval, please submit the following:

Form RC 302-2(PDF 264KB) - Application for Laser Hair Removal Certifying Entities.
RC Form 226-1(PDF 24KB) - Business Information Form
In addition to submitting a completed application, submit documents showing how the certifying entity meets the requirements according to Title 25 Texas Administrative Code §289.302. (mm)(1)-(4).
No fee required.
For approval requirements for certifying entities, certification programs, and examinations, refer to Title 25 Texas Administrative Code §289.302.

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Laser Hair Removal Contact Information

For information please contact:
Barbie Turner - (512) 834-6688, ext. 2250
Tracie Miller - (512) 834-6688, ext. 2227
Elisabeth Gerber - (512) 834-6688, ext. 2226
Shannon Edson – (512) 834-6688, ext. 2243
Lauren McGuire - (512) 834-6688, ext. 2217
Angelica Leal- (512) 834-6688, ext. 2216

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