Who may operate a cosmetic laser in North Dakota?
Oversight · part of The Practice Perimeter
Short answer
The cited rules do not settle this — they bar cosmetologists, manicurists and estheticians from using laser, light or energy to alter, cut, puncture or damage living cells, but name no license class that may operate one.
The practice of cosmetology, manicuring, or esthetics is limited to noninvasive care; a cosmetologist, manicurist, or esthetician may not alter, cut, puncture, or damage any living cells, whether superficially or through the use of laser, light, or energy; and certain advanced esthetic services, as determined by board rule, may be limited in scope or required to be performed under the supervision or direction of a physician or physician assistant licensed under chapter 43-17, or an advanced registered nurse licensed under chapter 43-12.1, who is sufficiently trained or certified in the procedure being supervised.
N.D. Cent. Code § 43-11-27.2 · verified Sep 8, 2026 · regulatory monitoring, not legal advice
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An individual providing the services of a physician assistant under this chapter to a patient located in this state shall possess an active North Dakota license for physician assistant practice or be privileged to practice in this state under chapter 43 - 17.5.
N.D.C.C. § 43-17-02.1(1) (Physician assistant — scope of practice) · verified Sep 5, 2026
The board shall adopt rules governing the conduct, licensure, fees for licensure and privilege, qualifications, and discipline of physician assistants.
N.D.C.C. § 43-17-02.1(1) (Board rules govern PA conduct and discipline) · verified Sep 5, 2026
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