Aesthetic Medicine Courses for Doctors, Dentists & Nurses
Postgraduate aesthetic medicine training for UK-registered healthcare professionals — GMC doctors, GDC dentists and NMC nurses. Harley Street Institute delivers the live-clinic practicum behind the theory taught on a university PGCert: anatomy, technique, complication management and supervised treatment of real patients on Harley Street, London W1.
Choose Your Aesthetic Medicine Pathway
Practical training is restricted to UK-registered healthcare professionals. Pathway content adapts to your regulator and scope of practice.
For Doctors
NHS-trained physicians, GPs and hospital specialists transitioning into aesthetic practice. Our faculty includes practising NHS doctors and HCPC-aligned clinicians.
HSI Postgraduate Training vs University PGCert in Aesthetic Medicine
University PGCerts (QMUL, Manchester, UCL, South Wales) lead on academic theory. HSI leads on the clinical practicum — the live-model teaching, complication drills and mentored case load that translate theory into safe practice.
| Feature | University PGCert | HSI Postgraduate Training |
|---|---|---|
| Primary focus | Academic theory, evidence appraisal | Live-clinic practicum, technique, complication management |
| Format | Distance / blended, ~12 months | In-person on Harley Street + online theory |
| Live patient treatment | Limited / arranged independently | Supervised live-model treatment from day one |
| Insurance recognition | Varies by provider | Hamilton Fraser cosmetic medical malpractice cover from day of completion |
| Best paired with | HSI practical Certificate (CAM) or Fellowship | A university PGCert for academic credentialling |
HSI training is independently CPD-accredited via The CPD Group (provider #1001970) and counts toward GMC, GDC and NMC revalidation.
Foundation → Certificate → Fellowship
Foundation Botox & Dermal Fillers
Single intensive day. Combined injectables foundation for new aesthetic injectors. £1,190 + VAT.
Certificate in Aesthetic Medicine (CAM)
Structured postgraduate certificate. Six modules covering Botox, fillers, complications and clinical practice. £3,200 + VAT.
Fellowship in Aesthetic Medicine (FAM)
Twelve-month mentored fellowship. Application only — limited cohort, year-long mentoring on Harley Street.
Aesthetic Medicine — UK Regulators & Professional Bodies
HSI postgraduate aesthetic medicine training aligns with the standards set by the UK regulators and professional bodies below. Our faculty are individually registered — see the full register on our regulated practitioners page.
- NICE — Cosmetic procedures: guidance & standardsNational Institute for Health and Care Excellence — UK clinical standards.
- JCCP — Joint Council for Cosmetic PractitionersGovernment-recognised practitioner & education register for non-surgical cosmetic interventions.
- BAMAN — British Association of Medical Aesthetic NursesProfessional body representing medically qualified aesthetic nurses across the UK.
- BCAM — British College of Aesthetic MedicineUK doctor-led professional association for aesthetic medicine standards & training.
- The CPD Certification ServiceIndependent CPD accreditation body — used to verify HSI training hours for revalidation.
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Aesthetic Medicine Courses — Frequently Asked Questions
Eligibility, comparison with university PGCerts, accreditation and progression.