Cosmetic Botulinum Toxin (BOTOX) Certificate
Cosmetic Botulinum Toxin (BOTOX) Certificate
Taught by University-affiliated Instructors and BC Licensed Medical Doctors
Overview
BC Academy of Medical Aesthetics is a Canadian leader in Botox® injection training for licensed medical professionals. We offer licensed physicians, registered nurses and nurse practitioners a comprehensive hands-on training. Trainees will go over facial muscles anatomy, injection techniques, patient examination and facial analysis, and treatment of complications. Botox dilution methods, preparation and storage, safety, legislation, contraindications and side effects will also be covered. Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the training and writing a 40-question exam. According to the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia practicing Botox and dermal fillers fall within the definition of the "practice of medicine". For more information please see here.
Outline of the training
History of Botox and related products
- How Botox came to be used as a cosmetic treatment.
- Botox alternatives and how they compare
How Botox works
- Botox and other neuro-muscular modifiers will affects patient outcome
Anatomy of Facial Muscles
- How muscle movement affects wrinkling
- How weakening certain muscles affects aesthetic look of a patient
Injection Techniques
- Basic injection techniques
- Dosing, reconstitution, preparation and storage
- Best Practice policies regarding Botox
- Aftercare and post-treatment
Botox Injection Sites
- Forehead, glabella lines, crow's feet, bunny lines, smokers lines
- Hyperhidrosis, TMJ, face lift by Botox and lateral eyebrow lift
Complications and Side effects
- Potential side effects and complications
- How to reduce complications
- How to treat complications
- Contraindications
Consultation Techniques
- How to handle a Botox consultation
- Best charting practices
Business Practices
- How to incorporate Botox cosmetic into the practice
- Pricing, ordering, costs, materials needed for practice
Non-Human Practices
- Students will practice on "dummy" before injecting patients
- Syringing techniques, holding positions and handling
Human Practices
Practice on at least 3 live models.
Admission Requirements:
Licensed Medical
Doctor (MD)
Licensed Dentist
(DDS)
Registered
Nurse (RN)
Licensed
Practical Nurse (LPN)
Registered Naturopathic
Doctor (ND)
International / Out of country MD holders and other Medical professionals may take the course as a Continuing Medical Education but may not be eligible to practice injection of Botox and Dermal filler in Canada. A Waiver form is required to be submitted with the registration form.
Admission Requirements:
Licensed Dentist (DDS)
Registered Nurse (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Registered Naturopathic Doctor (ND)
International / Out of country MD holders and other Medical professionals may take the course as a Continuing Medical Education but may not be eligible to practice injection of Botox and Dermal filler in Canada. A Waiver form is required to be submitted with the registration form.
Registration and Attendance Information:
Location:
Medlife Medical Clinic, 108 - 845 Marine drive, North Vancouver, BC V7P 0A8
Date:
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November 2, 2019 (9:30AM - 5:00PM)
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December 7, 2019 (9:30AM - 5:00PM)
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January 18, 2020 (9:30AM - 5:00PM)
Tuition fee:
$1995.00 including textbook, product for practice and tax.
Certificate:
Attendees
will receive a certificate from the BC Academy of Medical Aesthetics
& Skin Care and maybe granted a one-year membership from the Canadian Association of Medical Spas & Aesthetic Surgeons (CAMACS).
Location:
Date:
_______________________________
November 2, 2019 (9:30AM - 5:00PM)
_______________________________
December 7, 2019 (9:30AM - 5:00PM)
_______________________________
January 18, 2020 (9:30AM - 5:00PM)
Tuition fee:
$1995.00 including textbook, product for practice and tax.
Certificate:
Attendees
will receive a certificate from the BC Academy of Medical Aesthetics
& Skin Care and maybe granted a one-year membership from the Canadian Association of Medical Spas & Aesthetic Surgeons (CAMACS).
