Level 7 Certificate in Aesthetics
Unit 1 Facial Aesthetics Consultation
This unit is designed to develop the learner’s skills and knowledge required
to assess a client’s suitability for botulinum toxin and dermal fillers, working
in collaboration with an independent prescriber. The learner will need to
understand how to manage client expectations, their treatment options and
limitations and when to refer clients to other professionals.
Unit 2 Psychology of Facial Aesthetics
The aim of this unit is to develop the learner’s understanding of the
psychology of appearance and its impact on facial aesthetic procedures and
vice versa including; the key drivers for facial aesthetic procedures, the
recognition of vulnerable clients that may seek facial aesthetic procedures
and the different systems that support these clients.
Unit 3 Botulinum Toxin Injections to the Face and Neck
The aim of this unit is to enable learners to develop the skills and knowledge
required to administer Botulinum Toxin safely to different areas of the face
and neck. Learners will be able to tailor their procedures and post-care plan
so that they are consistent with individual client needs.
Unit 4 Temporary and Reversible Dermal Fillers to the Face and Neck
The aim of this unit is to enable learners to develop the skills and knowledge
required to administer temporary and reversible fillers safely to the face and
neck. Learners will be able to tailor their procedures and post care plan,
consistent with individual client needs. Learners will understand the
biochemistry, pharmacology and actions of dermal fillers.
Unit 5 Management of Complications and Medical Emergencies
The aim of this unit is to develop the learner’s knowledge required to
manage the risks, complications and medical emergencies, when carrying out
botulinum toxin administration and dermal fillers and the systems and
protocols for preventing and reporting adverse incidents. We have also
looked at adding complications of skin peels and skin needling.
