Clinical Aesthetic Practice: Anatomy, Ethics, Assessment & Patient Safety - 1/2 Day Online
Our Clinical Aesthetic Practice course provides essential training for medical professionals looking to practise safely and confidently in aesthetic medicine. Covering four key pillars — anatomy, consultation and assessment, ethics, and clinical safety — this course offers a comprehensive foundation rooted in evidence-based practice. Developed by expert trainers at Derma Institute, it combines theoretical knowledge with real-world guidance to help you make informed, ethical, and patient-focused decisions.
You’ll gain a deeper understanding of skin structure, how to identify psychological and medical red flags, and how to apply safe practice protocols in every clinical setting. Whether you’re starting out or refreshing your core skills, this course gives you the critical knowledge to deliver safe, ethical treatments and uphold the highest standards of care in aesthetic medicine.
Testimonials
From our Courses
Testimonials
From our Courses
"Excellent course, very knowledgeable and experienced trainers. Friendly group with a comfortable learning environment."
"I recently completed the combined dermal filler and Botox course as well as all 3 master classes and they were amazing. The team are fantastic and very knowledgeable, leaving me feeling very comfortable and competent starting my injecting career."
"A brilliant course that provided comprehensive information and training. The first day of theory really comes together on the second practical day. I have walked away very confident and excited to start within the aesthetic injectables journey."
"I did the Anti-Wrinkle and Dermal Filler course the staff were great, and the course content was very comprehensive and has given me the confidence to go out and start a new career in the cosmetic injectable industry."
Learn From Leading Aesthetic Educators
Gain expert insights from Derma Institute’s lead trainers — experienced aesthetic clinicians who bring real-world expertise, medical precision, and up-to-date knowledge to every aspect of patient safety, anatomy, and consultation practice.
Master Ethical Patient Assessment
Learn how to conduct structured consultations, identify red flags, and assess both medical and psychological suitability for treatment. Our approach ensures you deliver safe, ethical care aligned with best practice and current clinical standards.
Apply Knowledge Through Case-Based Learning
Explore real-world patient scenarios that illustrate how to assess risk, make ethical decisions, and maintain high standards in documentation, consent, and post-treatment care. Build the clinical judgement needed for safe and effective aesthetic practice.
What You Will Learn
1. Anatomy, Dermatology & Pathophysiology
- Structure and function of the skin, including the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous layers
- Role of keratinocytes, melanocytes, Langerhans and Merkel cells in skin health
- Common skin conditions relevant to aesthetic practice (e.g., acne, psoriasis, skin cancers)
- Fitzpatrick skin typing and its relevance to treatment planning
2. Medical Assessment & Consultation
- Conducting structured consultations and skin assessments using recognised aesthetic scales
- Identifying contraindications, chronic conditions, and psychological red flags
- Building rapport and managing patient expectations ethically and realistically
- Understanding consent, image recording, and the legal aspects of aesthetic documentation
3. Clinical Safety & Infection Control
- Safe practice principles: hand hygiene, PPE, sharps disposal, and sterilisation
- Preventing and managing infection risks in aesthetic settings
- Recognising and responding to complications, including needle stick injuries and adverse events
- Essential protocols for maintaining clinical hygiene and safe patient care
4. Ethics, Values & Professionalism
- Understanding patient motivations and the psychological drivers behind aesthetic treatments
- Identifying at-risk patients, including those with BDD or mental health conditions
- Setting professional boundaries and making appropriate referrals
- Applying GMC and industry guidance to ethical practice and informed consent
5. Case-Based Application
- Real-life consultation and treatment scenarios
- Application of clinical judgement in patient selection and risk management
- Reflection on ethical dilemmas and decision-making in aesthetic practice
What you will learn
What you will learn
