The Medical Aesthetician Certificate Program is designed to provide students with comprehensive theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical training required to work in the medical aesthetics and advanced skincare industry. This certificate program prepares graduates for entry-level to advanced roles a Skincare Therapy, Laser Technicians, or for those seeking to establish or expand their own aesthetics or spa-based businesses.
Students develop industry-ready skills through structured coursework and supervised practical training in a spa- and clinic-style learning environment, ensuring confidence, professionalism, and competence when delivering aesthetic services.
Medical Aestheticians deliver specialized skin and body treatments that support skin health, aesthetic enhancement, and client well-being. Throughout the program, students are trained in a wide range of services—from foundational skincare treatments such as deep cleansing and steam facials to advanced procedures including chemical peels, laser-based treatments, and microneedling.
Learners gain experience using professional skincare products such as cleansers, serums, masks, creams, and body wraps, many of which incorporate botanicals, antioxidants, essential oils, and therapeutic formulations designed to enhance both treatment outcomes and the client’s sensory experience.
The program also includes hands-on instruction in the safe operation of medical-grade and spa-based aesthetic equipment, with a strong emphasis on sanitation, infection control, and client safety.
Students receive essential instruction in the core sciences and professional practices required for safe and effective esthetic services, including:
Sanitation, Disinfection, and Infection Control
Health and Safety Practices
Anatomy and Physiology
Skin Physiology and Histology
Cosmetic Chemistry
Comprehensive Skin Science
Fundamentals of Electricity and Galvanic Current
The certificate program provides extensive hands-on training in a wide range of professional aesthetic treatments, including:
Facial massage techniques
Customized facials for various skin types and conditions
Acne therapy and corrective skincare
Moisturizing and rejuvenating treatments
Aromatherapy applications
Pore cleansing and manual or mechanical extractions
Chemical peels
Microdermabrasion and Hydrodermabrasion
Microneedling
Laser skin rejuvenation and laser resurfacing
Light-based therapies
Thermage
Jet oxygen treatments
Face and body masks and wraps
Green Peel® facials
Scalp massage and scalp treatments
Waxing, threading, and chemical hair removal
Safe use of esthetic machines and devices
Galvanic current applications
Integration of multiple technologies into customized treatment plans
In addition to technical skills, students are trained in essential professional competencies, including:
Treatment room setup and infection control procedures
Client consultation, skin analysis, and treatment planning
Post-treatment care and home-care recommendations
Ethical, legal, and professional standards of practice
Upon successful completion of the Medical Aesthetician Certificate Program, graduates may pursue employment opportunities in:
Medical spas and aesthetic clinics
Laser and skin care centers
Wellness and beauty spas
Cosmetic and skincare retail environments
Independent practice or small business ownership
This certificate program combines science-based instruction, hands-on clinical training, and professional development, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to enter the evolving medical aesthetics field with confidence and competence.
