Programme Overview
The CAD – Certificate in Aesthetic Dermatology is a certificate-level qualification designed specifically for practitioners working in aesthetic medicine who wish to develop their clinical dermatology knowledge.
The programme is delivered through multiple short, focused courses. Each course includes structured learning material, clinical case studies, and formal assessment. Learners receive a Certificate of Completion for each course they complete.
Completing all required courses leads to the award of the CAD – Certificate in Aesthetic Dermatology and the Harley Street Institute Diploma of Completion.
Prof HSI AI – Your Academic Guide
Throughout the CAD programme, you will be guided by Prof HSI AI, a virtual academic mentor designed to support your learning journey.
Prof HSI AI is available throughout the programme to help you understand complex dermatology concepts, work through clinical cases, clarify terminology and patterns, and revise before assessments.
Prof HSI AI helps you:
- Understand dermatology concepts
- Work through clinical cases
- Clarify terminology and patterns
- Revise before assessments
Prof HSI AI does not replace clinical judgement and does not provide patient-specific medical advice. It is designed to support academic learning within the programme.
Curriculum Snapshot
Foundation Dermatology
Mandatory
How to look at skin safely — skin structure, lesion description, pattern recognition, and inflammatory conditions.
Clinical Aesthetic Dermatology
Core Curriculum
What you see in clinic every day — acne, rosacea, pigmentation, lesions, diagnostic safety.
Advanced / Integrative
Optional / Premium
How expert clinicians think — chronic conditions, psychodermatology, regenerative biology, ethics.
Who This Programme Is For
Aesthetic clinicians seeking stronger dermatology confidence to support safer, more informed clinical practice.
This programme is not for:
- • Those seeking to become dermatologists
- • Those expecting this to replace specialist referral pathways
Learning Format
100% Online
Complete flexibility to learn from anywhere
Self-Paced
Progress at your own speed around clinical practice
Case-Based
Learn through real-world clinical scenarios
AI-Assisted
Guided by Prof HSI AI throughout
Structured Courses
Clear learning pathway with assessments
Certificates Awarded
Recognition for each completed course
Certification & Awards
Per Course
Certificate of Completion for each individual course
Full Programme Completion
- • CAD – Certificate in Aesthetic Dermatology
- • Harley Street Institute Diploma of Completion
Professional Standards
The CAD programme is a professional education certificate designed to support clinical dermatology knowledge in aesthetic practice. It does not confer specialist dermatology status. The programme emphasises safe aesthetic practice and appropriate referral when specialist input is required.
Begin Your Dermatology Journey
Strengthen your clinical confidence with structured dermatology training designed for aesthetic practice.