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VIRTUAL: Foundations of Aesthetic Medicine

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12 hours
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Join the IIAM faculty to learn the fastest growing, and one of the most potentially profitable cosmetic procedures in North America! You will be amazed by how enjoyable it is to work with motivated, compliant patients who wish to improve their appearance and/or look more youthful. This can be accomplished in very little time using Cosmetic Neuromodulators and Fillers. Most patients report high satisfaction and an improved sense of well-being. This is a highly positive environment for medical professionals who may be growing tired of the daily stress of traditional medical practice. It can be incorporated readily into an existing practice for two half-days per week. The potential income far exceeds health insurance plans.

This in-depth, introductory virtual course covers topics including facial anatomy, topical anesthesia, consultation process, clinical applications, complication protocols, and brand information for both Neuromodulators and Hyaluronic Acid Fillers. The Cosmetic Neuromodulators and Fillers course will provide interested physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and other qualified medical professionals with all of the information they need to start working with patients right away.

After completing the course, practitioners will be granted the appropriate CME credits. However, because IIAM believes hands-on training is critical for success, only those who take our hands-on courses will receive a certificate from us for injecting.

Any physician who takes this course is immediately eligible to order Cosmetic Neuromodulators and Injectable HA Fillers from Allergan, Merz, Galderma, and other major suppliers. Nurses are required to work with a physician or nurse practitioner.

Why IIAM

The International Institute of Aesthetic Medicine (IIAM) serves as your entry point to superior education in Medical Aesthetics. In collaboration with MedSpa Partners, a leader among aesthetic clinics, we boast a faculty meticulously chosen for their role as top trainers and specialists in the industry. This alliance guarantees an all-encompassing educational journey, blending consultation skills, artistic perception, and practical expertise.

Accreditations

American Medical Association
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AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare designates this enduring material activity for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
American Association of Nurse Practitioners
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This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Accreditation Standards of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) through the joint providership of AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare and The International Institute of Aesthetic Medicine.. AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare is accredited by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners as an approved provider of nurse practitioner continuing education. Provider number: 030803. This activity is approved for 12 contact hour(s) (which includes 6 hour(s) of pharmacology).

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Credit being awarded: 12 ANCC contact hours.
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AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 12 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid until 7/30/2024. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

 

 

Self-Paced Virtual Learning

Upon completion of the educational activity, participants should be able to:
  • Identify the specific muscles implicated in each neuromodulator treatment area (e.g., “crow foot wrinkles - orbicularis oculi muscle).
  • Identify the facial landmarks for neuromodulator injections.
  • Determine the neuromodulator unit ranges for each treatment area.
  • Differentiate and select the correct needle gauges for the various neuromodulator injection techniques.
  • Outline neuromodulator complication prevention techniques and effectively treat “spocking”.
  • Differentiate between male and female anatomical landmarks for injectable dermal HA fillers.
  • Identify the fat pads in each area of the face.
  • Identify the veins, arteries, and nerves in the facial “danger” zones.
  • Identify locations of facial volume loss.
  • Determine optimal injection sites for the treatment of various facial areas.
  • Understand and recite response protocols for embolism complications.
  • Recognize potential contraindication concerns.
  • Appropriately select the correct filler viscosities to achieve the targeted outcome and minimize complications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the prerequisites of this course?
Prior to enrolling, physicians must speak with their respective licensing Colleges to verify eligibility for performing the procedures taught in this course.
What can students do after taking this course?
Upon successful completion, physicians will gain immediate eligibility to purchase Cosmetic Neuromodulators and Injectable HA Fillers from prominent suppliers like Allergan, Clarion, and Galderma. Nurses must work under the supervision of either a physician or a nurse practitioner.
WHAT COURSE DOES IIAM FACULTY RECOMMEND NEXT?
Although this course provides the theoretical foundations of aesthetic medicine, we recommend those interested in capturing their potential in this industry take a hands-on training at one of our pop-up events, pairing this course with any of our hands on training courses! Reach out today for upcoming dates near you or get on the waitlist.
Course Fee
 
$1,149 USD
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Call us at +1 (312) 815-1964  to register or book online. Courses fill up quickly.
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Course Location
Virtual courses can be taken anywhere within the US. Stay updated with us on any pop-up locations we have for hands-on training!


Total Time For Course
  • Self-Paced Virtual Learning: 12 hours

Course Curriculum
  • Pre-Course Materials: Theoretical Lecture
  • Module 1: Facial Anatomy
  • Module 2: Facial Anesthesia
  • Module 3: The Patient Journey
  • Module 4: Cosmetic Neuromodulators
  • Module 5: Injectable HA Fillers

Other Details

  • This course does not include cannula technique injections (NLF, Marionette Lines, Jawline). If you want to add this to your training, please call us after registering at +1 (312) 815-1964.
  • This course does not cover business or skin health – therefore, our Virtual: Business, Laser & Skincare course is highly recommended.
  • Although participants will receive CME credits, IIAM believes hands-on training is critical for success and therefore only those who take our hands on courses will receive a certificate from us for injecting.

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What Our Course Graduate Say

My course was well planned, organized and delivered. I arrived at the training centre with doubts about my desire to pursue this new branch of my career and a fuzzy idea about steps to take to organize it. It is clear now. I know I love this, I have the ability to develop competence in the field and I trust I will be able to develop and organize the business aspects of this new endeavour. Your staff is competent in their knowledge and in their abilities to transfer their expertise. They are kind, patient and have a good sense of humour. I would like to thank the demo patients. All of them were quite calm, patient and collaborative with the whole process. Not an easy task! I wish to extend a special thank you to Krystal for her guidance.
- Jocelyne Lecompte
MD Montreal, QC
I was recommended this course by one of my friends who has taken it and I was told it was really good so... I really enjoyed the fact that we had so much hands-on practical portion of the training, that's not something you see in a lot of courses so that was really nice to see live patients and be able to actually do the injections. [IIAM] have done a really good job of covering all the bases - not just technique but the products and how to use them and even to a point where we are learning about the business aspect of it and how to manage patients... It's been very very informative. I highly recommend it, it was an easy no-brainer.
- Rick Santimaw
ND Vancouver, BC
I wanted to write to say thanks for a most interesting and instructive course. Clearly, you have refined this course to make it work so well, and I was impressed by how well the timing worked, how well your nurses demonstrated to us, and how cleverly designed it was to allow us to learn bit by bit so it wasn't overwhelming. Overall it was a great learning experience and I just hope now I can put at least some of it into practice!
- Jannice Bowler
MD Victoria, BC
About seven years ago, when I thought I was going to do my whole career in [emergency medicine] I realized it was unsustainable, and really had to do some soul searching about what I wanted to do, how I wanted to pivot and that's when I found [IIAM] and pursued the training. Now I am at the point where I am working independently and am the medical director of Martin's Rejuvenation Centre and it's been an incredible journey. The [IIAM] aesthetic training really provided me with a springboard for a new life in a new career. The entry-level course is focused on neuromodulator and filler practical experience and really gives you the tools to do an assessment, formulate a treatment plan and get an understanding of how to set expectations.
- Darryl D'costa
MD Collingwood, ON