National Laser Institute

I was in the Boston Core class NLI offered! It was amazing, I learned so much from it.

Had the most amazing experience at NLI! Started as a passionate student and I am leaving as an excited applicant to Laser Spas in Las Vegas. Can’t wait to start a new career that I completely love!

got a groupon for a photofacial. had a lengthy phone convo discussing my skin concerns and being assured this would be a great procedure for me. I arrived early for appointment and sat for 30 minutes before being taken into a room. After my makeup was removed I was told a photofacial would make my skin worse and that I needed a $ 200 different procedure that I could book for a different time/​date. my $ 70 groupon could be used for a different procedure but not products (that were recommended). The technician did put some sunscreen on me before I left but when I got to the car I saw it wasn’t even rubbed in. My groupon had technically expired at this point so I couldn’t obtain a refund from groupon. The waiting is what really irked me. I was on my lunch hour and if I had the procedure, would of been late back to work. I found the procedure recommended at another place and am very happy with the results (for ½ the price they were charging).

The National Laser Institute in Scottsdale, Arizona is so much more than a school for Laser and Medical Aesthetics, they are a complete LIFE CHANGING experience! As a recent graduate I was amazed at the wisdom, knowledge and kindness of all of the instructors, as well as the hands on approach owner Louis Silberman played in each of our individual educational goals. As a career changer this was a truly amazing experience and the new friendships I made while in school are a huge bonus.
Take a positive step to change your life… National Laser Institute and Medical Aesthetics changed mine, Forever. Not only are the treatments great but the whole group at NLI are life changing individuals! A magnificent experience. Thank You All!

This place was an extreme disappointment. My girlfriend, who is an RN, was interested in the injectables class. We went to their open house for information about it. What we got was some coked up guy in a bad jacket giving a 1 hour sales pitch on their services. It was more like an Herbalife or Amway pitch than a professional company. She never got the information she needed and it completely turned her off since they came across very unprofessionally.
It seemed like a great opportunity but evidently this is not the place to make it happen

Went in for a simple procedure to tighten skin around my eyes and the technician convinced me I needed a micro peel. She assured me it would involve only mild swelling and would also imrove eye wrinkles. Face was severly burned and swollen for 6 days and secondary infection occurred. Had to call over 7 times to get a response and they never recommended I come in to see a doctor. In fact, they told me not to go to a doctor. I ignored their advice and went anyway and got treatment for an infection. Not recommended for anything beyond a light facial. Be careful!!!

I saw Angelique today for botox and restalyne for my lips. She was amazing! Was very knowledgeable, asked me lots of questions about my previous treatments and did an amazing job. She was very attentive and even though I was her last appointment, she didn’t rush me at all and took her time. She was so adorable and funny and made the experience as pleasant as possible considering it’s her job to poke me with needles repeatedly. :)
Front desk staff was very nice and the spa was clean and very comfortable.
I will be coming back here for all my work from now on! Prices were affordable and they offer so many different treatments so I’ll be a regular customer!

I have had a very difficult time trying to figure out how to correct my skin issues. I have been to many places over the years and have multiple procedures with little to know lasting results. I went in for a consult and saw Shana. Shana took one look at my skin and knew exactly what I needed. She explained my skin to me and why none of the other stuff I’d had done worked for me. She was very upfront and honest about what I needed. I just finished my 3^rd treatment with her and the results are so dramatic it is shocking. I only wish I had found her 3 years ago when I started this process. So much time and money wasted. I would and have recommended Shana to anyone! The lady knows what she is doing :)

Brook and Hillary are both great. Tracey, the manager, is very helpful with pricing. It is a great place with great reputation. I was not disappointed with the services provided.

Very interested in this company. I was told first I had to do basic esthetician and get my license and then come here. Unless, I wanted to be just a laser tech. Which I am looking into being a licensed medical aesthetician. I hope I was told right and not joshed around. I’m in the beginnings of getting my esthetician license and I look forward to coming here for the medical aspect.

A friend of mine recommended this place after getting micro needling done here before. I had made an appointment with my dermatologist to have a laser treatment done for acne scars, but thought it might be a good idea to check this place out and see if it was cheaper than going to my doctor, and to get a second opinion on if a laser treatment is what I really needed.
I requested a consultation appointment online and within a couple hours, someone called me. At NLI, the treatment equivalent to what my doctor was going to do on me is called «acne scar reduction». I saw the before and after photo of the person online and new right away that it was exactly what I needed. On the website, this service claimed to start at $ 200, which I thought was a good price, so that was when I requested a consultation.
The woman who I talked with on the phone was SO nice. We actually had about a 10 minute conversation and you could tell that she really did want to understand how she could help me and fit my needs best. However, when I told her that I was interested in the acne scar reduction treatment, all that she did was offer me treatments that were significantly more expensive. We never even discussed the acne scar reduction. And I thought this was interesting how she was automatically suggesting more expensive things, without even seeing my skin first… How do they know that the more costly treatment is even what I need? Maybe the cheaper one is in fact what is best for my skin? How would they know? She quoted me $ 750 for one package of treatments and over $ 800 for another… I was looking into spending between $ 200-​$ 250… I mean it is a school where the people performing the treatments on you are still students who are learning, so borderline $ 1,000.00, really?
I decided to just skip the consultation and keep my appointment with my dermatologist. I mean, maybe if they considered discussing the acne scar reduction treatment with me, I might consider checking them out again in the future. But, I don’t want to have the person I consult with telling me the same thing either, that the only treatment option for me is going to cost $ 700, $ 800 or $ 900. Why quote things as being in the $ 200 price range on your website, when all you really offer people are things that cost 5 times that amount? I may not know a lot about the med spa industry, but I know my body, including my skin. And I do find it very hard to believe that the only treatment for me is going to cost that much. To me, this place is similar to a beauty school. We come here so that we can get the same services as a regular salon, but pay less for the services. At NLI, they literally charge you as if you are coming to a professional med spa with qualified and experienced estheticians. If my doctor can quote me between $ 250-​$ 300, then I’m pretty sure an institution full of students should not only be reasonably priced, but honestly, it should be cheaper…

I would like to say: First and foremost speaking for the National Laser Institute they did have a webinar. It was very informative on what they teach. However if you have doubts check with your local Lic dept. through Who/​state you obtained Lic. From. Also check with the BBB. I’m seeing for my own experience there could be two out there one the right, one the wrong. I was told they only have them in Dallas, Tx. And Scottsdale Az. Please don’t let a scammer destroy your dreams do your homework follow through with your local Lic. Agency and they will surly let you know of an accredited laser school of which I’m pretty sure this one is. One more thing I remember attending Esthetician School in Lynnwood, Wa. It had its bad days and good days like any other school and yes I understand there is no room for errors in the beauty industry. That is also why we need to carry millions $ in liability ins. No different in my eyes then a med school. which I also watched my X go through. God knows he’s not a well liked dentist once again he’s money greedy and doesn’t accept insurance and believes if people do not care for their teeth they should be punished. I am sure there are a few in this bizz that feel the same about skin. thats why Unilocal and Google and 1−800-Dentist are a go to for the Leary and curious about where that hard earned money and education of hard knocks were created for.

I had two sun spots on my face treated along with two tiny new spots on my left hand. Went back because of no results Shana said she would adjust settings OMG did she I was leaving for the airport after my treatment. 5 minutes down the road I had a giant fluid filled blister on my hand. I contacted the office and followed instructions I now have a least four times the size of the spot SCAR on my hand and it is hypo pigmented meaning a white spot permanently on my hand!
It is now 12÷11÷15 and Louis S. Is responding to my post. Yes the treatment was done at your location Louis! There is no treatment for hypo pigmentation this is a permeant scar. Shana was my technician.

Attending National Laser Institute for the CME laser and injectable course for healthcare professionals was the best career decision I’ve ever made! The program is expertly organized to provide the education and hands on experience necessary to excel in this field. The educators are outstanding and some of the best in the business! After my training at NLI I feel prepared and confident I am ready to provide my clients with the highest quality of services. I can’t recommend National Laser Institute enough!

I had an excellent experience at NLI as a career changer in my 50s. My instructors were professional, warm, and so encouraging. I came away with excellent knowledge and a full range of new skills. The instructors at Dallas were sharp, skilled and top notch in dealing with students who wanted to learn and willing to work. If you attend, go after what you want and take every opportunity that is offered! They are there to instruct professionals. I didn’t expect the amount of support and encouragement I received. It was worth every penny.
PLUS, Four months after graduation, the CEO and founder of NLI is calling me to help me organize my business plan!!! How awesome is this?!! I’m just so impressed with the care and follow through Louis Silberman and his instructors and staff have given to ensure I’m on my way to a successful career. What a confidence booster I’ve been given and a new determination in achieving my goals!!! Thank you!

I attended NLI beginning in late October 2014 for the 8 day core course. I’d say the course itself was pretty intense in that you get a ton of information to process in a short period of time. Every instructor I worked with was positive, kind, encouraging, and extremely helpful. One of the most valuable things about this course is that I was able to work on paying clients with several top of the line machines alongside the very best instructors. When I arrived at NLI, I was a busy cosmetologist who was booked months in advance, making a great salary, but I was craving knowledge and change. When I left NLI in early November, I felt prepared to start a new direction in my career. By December, I bought my very first top of the line hair removal and skin tightening laser. I immediately doubled my salary despite lasering only 2 days a week as my schedule allowed. 5 months later I found myself able to purchase my second machine, a fantastic tattoo removal laser! I am now only 6 ½ months into my laser career, and I couldn’t be happier. I’m helping people feel better about themselves. There’s no greater feeling in the world than that. On top of loving my new career, I’m making more money than I ever thought possible. I feel extremely fortunate. To future NLI attendees, all I can say is FOCUS! Soak in all that information. It might just change your life!
Sincerely
Sara Schorr
On Point Laser, LLC

About a year ago I went consistently getting the eMatrix treatment, to treat my scar. I was told about 5 – 6 treatments and time I would see results. My skin is sensitive and my full face was done which left me to breakout. Its been a full year and now I still have my scar and my skin so sensitive now then before to breakout. I had recently called to ask about some kind of refund for the all the money I put in and the assistant said i would have to wait for the manager to come in on another day. She said she would email me my history of payments and the manager would call me. None of that I received. I just wanted some kind of refund or explanation but none of that came about.

I graduated from NLI in 2009 and wanted to let others know how pleased I’ve been with the education I received. I got my first job in the field 10 days after graduating, working for a Dr. I stayed with him for 1.5 years until I was recruited at a high end medical spa. I absolutely love what I do and feel like I had the confidence to find a job because my education was so solid.
When they tell you they’re there to help you succeed, believe them. I’ve had various questions over the years while progressing in my field and they always get back to me with the information needed within 24 hours.
I’m so glad I chose NLI all those years ago.

These gals are the best! While they are in Chicago conducting the training courses they offer, I have used the services to be a ‘model’ (term used VERY loosely!) I am getting the product for a deep discount and still they treat me better than I have been treated at the most full service Medi spa. Each time I call to book, they spend oodles of time with me talking me through in detail, the different services, features and benefits and doing all they can to make it work for me! They absolutely put their customers first and make you feel like you are number 1! No matter who you talk to, what service you have or the reason for your call, you get first class service every time!
You can’t go wrong here!
Bravo! All the Best to you NLI! Well done!

For my review, I really didn’t know what star to give this place so it gets 2.
My review, is strictly on going to school. NOT ANY TREATMENTS.
If I can describe NLI in one word it would be… Misleading.
I’m going to take part of the responsibility here, maybe I should have done more research in this industry and maybe I should of asked more questions.
Unless you have the money to purchase a laser for Tattoo Removal do not take this Tattoo Removal Class. If you’re an average Joe like myself looking for a career change, keep looking. I spent $ 5500 on 10 days of school, and six months later in the same boat I was before I attended. The other guys that went to school with me are in the same situation… We are un-​hireable. Yes there may be an industry for this but UNLESS you know a Dr and have 100K for a laser you are going no where. The only Laser company that will talk to you is the laser company that is affiliated with the school. (Quanta). When the owner Louis was talking to the class he would only field answers that had to do with Quanta… we asked about a different laser and he QUICKLY shot the question down and changed subjects…(My first red flag with NLI)
The classes are easy… too easy. The first 5 days of classes are a joke. You get maybe 6 hours of useful information, the rest of the time is countless unrelated questions by various students, and the constantly interrupting «ME» girl that every situation pertains too. Take advantage of the coffee… a lot. It’s the only thing that can keep you awake most days. Students can come an go as they please, bathroom breaks, coffee, smoking, snacks whatever… there is always someone walking out of class.
Hands on class were the best part of the school… FINALLY we get to do what we came for… kinda. Some classes are a big party and joking laughing and completely unprofessional… some are strict and to the point, THANK YOU MONICA! Shelly the Tattoo instructor is great and full of knowledge, take everything you can from her and ask her a ton of questions… but don’t forget, she’s in the hip pocket of the school, her answers are sometimes biassed.
Again, if you plan on going to school, MAKE SURE you ask questions. Do your research!!! Are there REALLY jobs for you when you get out? IS THERE a market for what you paying money to learn about? What ever the person tells you on the phone, research what ever he/​she told you. This was my fault, I should of done so.