Non-Medic Foundation Anti-Wrinkle Injections

Our Non-medic Anti-wrinkle injections course is taught by our Advanced Nurse Practitioner and has been structured from start to finish with you in mind, to assure that when you complete your training, you will leave with the specialist skills that will help you feel confident to perform basic Anti-wrinkle Injection procedures.

The aesthetic course covers the anatomy and physiology of the skin to ensure you have the knowledge and understanding of human related mechanisms that could have some involvement in the process of these treatments, and in order to aid in your knowledge of the procedures in Anti-wrinkle Injections.

You will gain practical experience both in the classroom and working on live models.

Which areas are covered?

• Crows feet
• Frown lines
• Forehead

Course content

Background of Anti-Wrinkle Product

• Historical overview and development of anti-wrinkle treatments
• Types of anti-wrinkle products and their mechanisms of action

Anatomy and Physiology

• Comprehensive study of facial anatomy and physiology
• Understanding the musculature and skin structure of the face

Muscles of the Face

• Identification and function of facial muscles involved in expression and ageing
• Relationship between muscle activity and wrinkle formation

Contraindications

• Recognising medical conditions and factors that may contraindicate anti-wrinkle treatments
• Screening protocols to ensure patient safety

Consultation Process

• Importance of thorough consultations in treatment planning
• Assessing patient concerns, expectations, and medical history

Client Selection

• Criteria for selecting suitable candidates for anti-wrinkle treatments
• Managing patient expectations and establishing treatment goals

Adverse Effects

• Common side effects associated with anti-wrinkle injections
• Strategies for managing and mitigating adverse reactions

Anaphylaxis

• Understanding the signs, symptoms and management of anaphylactic reactions
• Emergency procedures for addressing severe allergic responses

Aftercare

• Post-treatment instructions and guidelines for patients
• Monitoring and follow-up protocols to ensure optimal outcomes

Health and Safety

• Maintaining a safe and hygienic treatment environment
• Infection control measures and hygiene standards

Needle Stick Injury Protocol

• Procedures for managing accidental needle stick injuries
• Preventive measures to minimise the risk of needle stick incidents

Legalities

• Understanding legal and regulatory requirements for administering anti-wrinkle treatments
• Documentation and consent procedures

Prescribing

• Regulations and guidelines for prescribing anti-wrinkle products
• Responsibilities and limitations of prescribing practitioners

Insurance

• Importance of professional indemnity insurance for aesthetic practitioners
• Obtaining appropriate insurance coverage for anti-wrinkle procedures

Business Advice

• Strategies for building and managing an aesthetic practice
• Marketing, branding, and client retention techniques

Costs and Profit

• Financial considerations for offering anti-wrinkle treatments
• Pricing strategies and profit margins

Emergency Kit Advice

• Essential items to include in an emergency kit for aesthetic procedures
• Preparation and response protocols for medical emergencies

Live Demonstrations

• Observing experienced practitioners perform anti-wrinkle injections
• Hands-on learning opportunities under supervision

Live Model Experience

• Practical experience administering anti-wrinkle injections on live models
• Application of learned techniques in a supervised clinical setting

Additional information

Pre-study is essential to give you a basic knowledge of the anti-wrinkle injections techniques and theory before coming to train with us.

Which Accreditations does this course have?

• CPD Certification Service
• CPD Accreditation Group
• Certification provided on successful completion of the course

We will arrange all models for you unless you wish to bring a model of your own. They will still be charged our normal model fee to cover products and disposables.