Cosmetic Courses

Aesthetic Medicine Training for Healthcare Professionals

Cosmetic Courses is a British academy dedicated to aesthetic medicine training for doctors, dentists and nursing staff. The company presents itself as the UK's longest-established aesthetics training provider and the first academy founded by a cosmetic surgeon. Its clinical director is Mr Adrian Richards, identified in the material as a consultant plastic surgeon.

It has been operating since 2002 and combines hands-on courses taught by medical professionals in a clinical setting with real model patients, alongside training pathways of varying length and level.

Training Areas and Qualifications

The catalogue is organised into several blocks. On the one hand, injectable courses, structured into foundation, advanced and expert levels. On the other, skin courses and formal qualifications, covering Levels 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7, including a fast-track version of Level 7. The academy states that it delivers more than 27 CPD-accredited courses, including training in botulinum toxin and dermal fillers.

The standout qualification is the VTCT Level 7 Diploma in Injectables, which the material describes as the gold standard for aesthetics practitioners. The company notes that it has worked with the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) in the development of that Level 7 qualification, helping to define the standards for aesthetic training in the UK. It also mentions an OFQUAL-accredited Level 7 certification and an Eduqual Level 4 accreditation.

Pathways for Getting Started in Aesthetics

The academy offers four entry routes for those starting out in aesthetic medicine, designed to suit different budgets and levels. These include a one-day foundation course in botulinum toxin and dermal fillers, an introduction to aesthetics package that brings together the basic courses, the aforementioned Level 7 Diploma in Injectables and a CPD-accredited online learning academy, accessible at any time.

In addition to individual courses, the company sells packages that group together several of its most popular hands-on programmes to expand the services the practitioner offers.

Methodology and Learning Environment

Hands-on training takes place in a clinical setting and uses model patients on all days, with the aim of giving students direct experience. The company states that it has nine equipped training clinics in the UK and Ireland, although elsewhere in the material it refers to ten clinical centres in the UK. The courses are taught by trainers with accreditation in their respective medical professions.

The academy offers free ongoing support after the courses, which can range from clinical questions to business and marketing matters. It also has support resources such as a CPD-certified online learning academy, industry podcasts and FAQs answered by its team of experts.

Recognitions and Collaborations

The material indicates that Cosmetic Courses has received the award for Best Independent Training Provider in the UK in 2025, 2023 and 2018. The company presents itself as a JCCP-approved academy and maintains that this accreditation constitutes the industry standard for the highest quality aesthetics training in the UK.

Among its industry collaborations, it mentions Allergan and Hamilton Fraser, aimed at improving safety in the aesthetics field. The catalogue also includes training on Teoxane's babyGLOW skin booster.

Outreach Activity and Presence at Congresses

The company maintains a news section on the aesthetics industry and participates in professional events. The material announces its return to the Clinical Cosmetic Regenerative Congress (CCR) in 2026, scheduled for 1 and 2 October at ExCeL London, where it will have stand F82. It also publishes content on safety in aesthetics, such as the botulism cases reported in Leeds.