Top tips for choosing a training course
It's crucial for practitioners to demonstrate knowledge and competence through CPD
Are the objectives clear and achievable? Is the curriculum up to date with the latest technical and scientific developments in the sector?
Comparing different courses’ objectives and curriculums will help you decide which are the best designed and most suitable for you.
Make sure that your chosen course delivers both theoretical and practical training and provides you with a nationally recognised qualification at the end of it.
Always make sure that the training is CPD-certified and fully insured.
You should also check that the course is fully compliant with the most up-to-date guidelines outlined by Health Education England (HEE) and the General Medical Council (GMC).
It’s a good idea to seek out some training with live models as well as mannequins.
This allows you to develop your consultation technique as well as your injectable skills.
Enquire about the trainer-to-delegate ratio and choose courses which offer small group tuition over large groups of delegates where you’re unlikely to benefit from sufficient injecting experience and personal feedback.
Choose training run by trainers who are qualified medical practitioners with a minimum of one year’s experience within the field of aesthetics where possible.
It’s vital that the trainer has an advanced understanding and is up to speed with the latest techniques so be sure to ask about the trainer’s credentials.
Consider investing in training that also offers support in a clinical setting.
With the sector taking a much closer look at standards and qualifications as part of the Health and Care Act 2022, the need for practitioners to be able to demonstrate relevant knowledge and competence is only going to become even greater.
In their 10-point plan, the JCCP highlights the requirement for practitioners to undertake appropriate and regular continuing professional development (CPD) with an accredited training provider as part of annual insurance renewal.
Many industry conferences and exhibitions, like our ABC Conference, offer CPD hours for attending. Certificates of attendance are usually issued post-event with the number of educational hours you have undertaken detailed on them. This is a great way to get CPD, as it also involves networking with your peers and hearing from leading speakers and KOLs.
