(a) An applicant for a laser hair removal professional certificate must:
(1) be certified by a recognized certifying agency, including the Society for Clinical and Medical Hair Removal or another certification entity approved by the department;
(2) meet the requirements for a senior laser hair removal technician certificate under Section 401.506; and
(3) pass an examination required by the department.
(b) A certified laser hair removal professional acting under the protocol established with a consulting physician may perform laser hair removal without supervision.