Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine

Suitability: Nurses, Doctors, DentistsThe Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine provides the essential knowledge required to become a safe, confident, well-rounded aesthetic practitioner. This comprehensive online program progresses from foundation principles to advanced techniques across injectables, threads, dermal therapies, mesotherapy, laser/IPL and medical devices.Throughout the diploma, you will develop a deep understanding of anatomy, consultation, treatment planning, and complication management. You will learn how to select appropriate cosmetic procedures to enhance patient features, address individual concerns, and deliver high-quality, ethical aesthetic outcomes.The program also covers emergency protocols, complication prevention, and corrective strategies — critical knowledge for safe clinical practice. You’ll gain structured exposure to cosmetic injectables, threads, skin therapies, PRP, laser and energy-based devices, and more.In Australia, practitioners can extend the diploma with hands-on practical training through ASI. This in-person training builds procedural skill and supports safe implementation of treatments within your professional scope.Please note: Online learning alone does not authorise you to perform new treatments. Hands-on training is essential. You must always work within your scope of practice and follow local regulatory, medical, and insurance requirements.Learning outcomesBuild foundational and advanced knowledge in aesthetic medicine, from basic to expert-level treatmentsDevelop strong theoretical and anatomical understanding for safe decision-makingSelect and plan cosmetic procedures to address specific patient concernsEnhance patient features using evidence-based injectable and device-based techniquesFollow emergency protocols, prevent complications, and manage adverse eventsGain exposure to injectables, cosmetic threads, mesotherapy, dermal science, medical devices, and laser/IPL applicationsPrepare for hands-on training by understanding best-practice theory firstCourse modules included in this diplomaAFI Complications & Vascular EmergenciesCPD: 2 HoursLocation: Online Only (Lifetime Access)Certificate: Certificate of CompletionPrerequisite: Medical ProfessionalSuitable For: Doctors, Dentists, NursesThis module focuses on risks and complications related to dermal filler injections, including vascular occlusion. You will learn emergency hyaluronidase protocols, how to recognise and respond to vascular compromise, and how to protect patients from blindness, necrosis, and other severe outcomes.Understand the risks and complications of filler injectionsUse hyaluronidase in emergency and non-emergency settingsRespond to vascular compromise rapidly and safelyImprove overall injector safety and patient outcomesAFI Foundation Dermal FillerCPD: 2 HoursLocation: Online Only (Lifetime Access)Certificate: Certificate of CompletionPrerequisite: Medical ProfessionalSuitable For: Doctors, Dentists, NursesA foundation module introducing facial anatomy for new injectors. Covers essential areas such as lateral cheeks, anterior cheeks, and lips. Builds safe technique from day one.Understand core facial anatomy relevant to fillerRecognise facial ageing patternsLearn safe basic injection planes and techniquesDeliver natural results while reducing riskAFI Intermediate Dermal FillerCPD: 2 HoursLocation: Online Only (Lifetime Access)Certificate: Certificate of CompletionPrerequisite: Medical ProfessionalSuitable For: Doctors, Dentists, NursesFocuses on contouring and rejuvenation techniques of the lower face, including chin and jawline reshaping, sub-zygomatic volumisation, and marionette/oral commissure support.Understand anatomy for intermediate-level filler areasChoose needle vs cannula and correct placement planesTreat chin, jaw, sub-zygoma and marionette lines safelyRecognise danger zones and avoid complicationsAFI Advanced Dermal FillerCPD: 2 HoursLocation: Online Only (Lifetime Access)Certificate: Certificate of CompletionPrerequisite: Medical ProfessionalSuitable For: Doctors, Dentists, NursesCovers high-demand areas such as nasolabial folds, tear troughs and anterior cheeks. Emphasis is on safe approach, correct depth, and complication avoidance in higher-risk areas.Understand anatomy for midface and periorbital fillerChoose correct injection plane and techniqueUse needle vs cannula appropriatelyTreat tear troughs, nasolabial folds, anterior cheek safelyAFI Complex Dermal FillerCPD: 2 HoursLocation: Online Only (Lifetime Access)Certificate: Certificate of CompletionPrerequisite: Medical ProfessionalSuitable For: Doctors, Dentists, NursesAn advanced module focused on high-risk zones: nose, forehead, glabella, and temples. These areas carry elevated vascular risk and are only appropriate for experienced injectors.Map anatomy of complex/high-risk filler areasUnderstand correct planes for safe filler depositionRefine cannula vs needle selection and techniqueRecognise danger zones and avoid severe complicationsAFI Foundation Anti-Wrinkle InjectionsCPD: 2 HoursLocation: Online Only (Lifetime Access)Certificate: Certificate of CompletionPrerequisite: Medical ProfessionalSuitable For: Doctors, Dentists, NursesA beginner-friendly neuromodulator module focusing on high-demand areas: frown lines (glabella), forehead lines, crow’s feet, and masseter slimming. Includes muscle anatomy, dosing concepts, and safe injection technique.Understand core facial musculature relevant to anti-wrinkle injectionsLearn injection patterns for forehead, glabella, periorbital and masseterIdentify common side effects and manage them safelyImprove outcome predictability and patient safetyAFI Intermediate–Advanced Anti-Wrinkle InjectionsCPD: 4 HoursLocation: Online Only (Lifetime Access)Certificate: Certificate of CompletionPrerequisite: AFI Foundation Neurotoxins (Recommended)Suitable For: Doctors, Dentists, NursesExpands neuromodulator use beyond the standard upper face into advanced areas including brow lift, bunny lines, gummy smile, chin (mentalis), perioral lines, nasal tip lift, nasal flare reduction, neck bands and décolletage rejuvenation.Understand advanced facial and neck musculatureUse precise micro-dosing techniques in delicate areasTreat infraorbital wrinkles, smoker’s lines, drooping oral commissuresRecognise and manage advanced complication profilesLaser Safety: Understanding Medical Lasers & IPLCPD: 4 HoursLocation: Online Only (Lifetime Access)Certificate: Certificate of CompletionPrerequisite: NoneSuitable For: All ProfessionalsA core safety module covering laser physics, IPL fundamentals, tissue interaction, device parameters, and protective protocols. Teaches how to safeguard both practitioner and patient when operating light-based devices.Exercise correct laser/IPL safety in clinicUnderstand how lasers and IPL interact with biological tissueLearn core terminology and device operation basicsIdentify common medical and aesthetic applicationsCosmetic Threads: Mono ThreadsCPD: 6 HoursLocation: Online Only (Lifetime Access)Certificate: Certificate of CompletionPrerequisite: Healthcare ProfessionalsSuitable For: Doctors & NursesFocuses on PDO mono threads for facial tightening and rejuvenation. Includes thread types, patient selection, marking and design, insertion techniques, aftercare, and complication avoidance. Also includes an introductory resource on HIKO nose lift threads (for theory only).Understand thread lift principles and collagen-stimulating mechanismsPlan safe PDO mono thread treatmentsSelect appropriate patients and manage expectationsInsert mono threads safely and confidently (with hands-on training)Advanced Cosmetic Threads: Long ThreadsCPD: 6 HoursLocation: Online Only (Lifetime Access)Certificate: Certificate of CompletionPrerequisite: Healthcare ProfessionalsSuitable For: Doctors & NursesA high-level module on long thread lifting techniques (“thread lift”) to achieve immediate facial elevation and contouring with minimal downtime. Covers vector design, depth control, and complication management.Design bespoke lift patterns for each patientPerform thread insertion at correct planes for stability and comfortAvoid and manage complications in high-tension areasAcne ScarsCPD: 5 HoursLocation: Online OnlyCertificate: Certificate of CompletionPrerequisite: Healthcare ProfessionalsSuitable For: Doctors & NursesTeaches classification and assessment of acne scars (rolling, boxcar, icepick, hypertrophic, etc.) and explores evidence-based treatment options such as subcision, punch elevation, TCA CROSS, filler, and laser resurfacing.Differentiate scar types accuratelySelect appropriate treatment modality per scar typeUnderstand levelling techniques like subcision and punch elevation/excisionPlan multi-modality scar management safelyCosmetic Skin ConditionsCPD: 10 HoursLocation: Online Only (Lifetime Access)Certificate: Certificate of CompletionPrerequisite (Recommended): Fundamentals of Skin Science; Introduction to Skin Lesion Identification and DermatoscopySuitable For: All ProfessionalsA comprehensive cosmetic dermatology module covering common patient presentations in aesthetic practice. You will learn how to recognise and manage photoageing, pigmentation disorders, vascular concerns, sebaceous and sweat gland disorders, benign growths, wound healing issues, adipose-related conditions and more.Understand the skin ageing processConduct thorough aesthetic consultationsIdentify and manage common cosmetic dermatology concernsRecognise when devices (e.g. lasers) are indicatedOn successful completion of all modules, you will be awarded the Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine. Each individual course also includes its own Certificate of Completion and lifetime online access.