Two speakers warn against skipping formal training to save money. Relying on casual videos instead of proper instruction increases the risk of treatment errors, client harm, and equipment damage.
So mistake number one, the big one.
It'S skipping the formal training and certification. It sounds basic, but you'd be surprised.
Why, though? Why do people try and cut that corner? Is it just cost?
Often, yeah. They see the price tag for proper training and think, oh, I can just watch some videos online or follow what they see on social media. Big mistake, right? Proper structured education is just. It's fundamental. Without it, the risk of making treatment errors, hurting a client, or even just misusing thousands of dollars worth of equipment goes way up.