This certificate serves as a step in the progression route towards achieving the VTCT Skills Level 7 Certificate/Diploma in Non-surgical Aesthetic Injectable Procedures. It provides comprehensive training in advanced skin rejuvenation procedures, ensuring that practitioners are well-prepared to offer safe and effective treatments. By completing this level 5 certificate, learners will be equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue further education and certification in injectable aesthetic procedures at level 7.

What does this qualification cover?

This qualification is informed by employers, providers, and has been designed to meet the guidance provided by professional and regulatory bodies. It includes all the required elements to work effectively as a non-surgical aesthetic practitioner for skin rejuvenation. Learners must achieve all mandatory units, which encompass the competencies and standards outlined by professional and regulatory bodies, ensuring practitioners can evidence their competence, commitment to public safety, and adherence to agreed standards o.f practice. This qualification also integrates the professional and regulatory bodies guidelines on non-surgical aesthetic procedures, emphasising professionalism and health and safety.

Learners must achieve all mandatory units which include:

Principles of non-surgical aesthetic procedures
Client assessment for non-surgical aesthetic procedures
Advanced skin science for non-surgical aesthetic procedures
Complication management and emergency plan implementation for non-surgical aesthetic procedures
Provide advanced chemical peels for skin rejuvenation
Provide advanced skin needling procedures for skin rejuvenation
Provide needle mesotherapy procedures for skin rejuvenation and hair restoration
Provide light emitting diode (LED) phototherapy for skin rejuvenation

Additionally, the qualification emphasises the importance of managing complications and implementing emergency plans, ensuring safe and effective practice. This certificate is designed to prepare learners for further progression to level 7 injectable procedures.

Portfolio evidence
Step 1 - Online theory / assessments & multiple choice questions
Step 2 - 1 day at Best You Training for practical & examination

Entry requirements
Good standard of English sufficient to complete the course competences and online examinations
Students must be over 18 years old to enrol on this course