Dermal Filler
Course
In Aesthetics
A comprehensive, hands-on foundation course designed for beginners, giving you the knowledge, practical skills and confidence to begin performing dermal filler treatments safely, effectively and with an artistic approach.
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Practice
Accredited
About the Course
Our Foundation Dermal Filler Course is designed as the essential first step for healthcare professionals who are new to aesthetic medicine.
The course combines facial anatomy, product knowledge, consultation, treatment planning, injection techniques, complication awareness and supervised practical experience.
Rather than simply memorising injection points, delegates learn how to assess the face, understand facial proportions and approach each treatment safely and individually.
Who Is This Course For?
Foundation training is suitable for eligible healthcare professionals looking to begin their journey in aesthetic medicine. Previous aesthetic experience is not normally required.
What You Will Learn
Anatomy & Physiology
Facial muscles, vessels, nerves, fat pads and skin layers relevant to safe dermal filler treatment.
Dermal Filler Products
Hyaluronic acid fillers, product characteristics, longevity and appropriate treatment selection.
Injection Techniques
Needle and cannula principles, injection depth, placement and safe handling techniques.
Patient Consultation
Facial assessment, patient expectations, contraindications and treatment suitability.
Product Placement
Understanding filler quantity, depth, positioning and controlled product delivery.
Safety & Risk Management
Recognising adverse events including bruising, swelling, infection and vascular complications.
Aftercare & Follow-Up
Post-treatment instructions, patient expectations, reviews and follow-up care.
Aesthetic Principles
Facial harmony, proportion, symmetry and developing an artistic eye for natural results.
Legal & Ethical Practice
Consent, documentation, professional responsibility, insurance and clinical standards.
Hands-On Practice
Supervised practical training with live models to develop technique and confidence.
Areas Covered in Training
Gain hands-on experience in core facial treatment areas
Lips
Assessment of lip shape, symmetry and proportion, with techniques for subtle enhancement, border definition and balanced volume.
Facial Support
Understanding mid-face anatomy, volume support and how facial structure influences the lower face.
Lower Face
Assessment of facial proportions, profile, lower-face structure and treatment planning.
Marionette Lines
Assessment and treatment principles for lines extending from the mouth toward the chin.
Nasolabial Folds
Understanding the folds between the nose and mouth and techniques used to create a softer, natural-looking appearance.
Hands-On Practical Training
Practical training forms an essential part of the Foundation Dermal Filler Course. Delegates are guided through the full patient journey, from consultation and assessment to preparation, injection technique, aftercare and review.
What’s Included
and training materials
under expert supervision
and support
Certificate Awarded
Course Outcome
By the end of this course, you will have developed a strong understanding of facial anatomy, dermal filler products, consultation, patient assessment, injection principles, treatment planning, complications and aftercare.
The course is designed to provide a structured foundation from which eligible practitioners can continue developing their practical aesthetic skills.
Create balance. Enhance confidence.
CPD Accredited Training & Certification
Professional training, recognised continuing development and your Harley Elite Academy certificate on successful completion.
Professional CPD Accredited Training
The Foundation Dermal Filler Course forms part of Harley Elite Academy's CPD accredited professional training programme.
Receive Your Certificate
On successful completion, delegates receive a Harley Elite Academy Certificate confirming completion of the Foundation Dermal Filler Course.
Minimum Entry Requirements
Entry requirements depend on the jurisdiction in which you intend to practise, your professional registration and your insurer's individual requirements.
- Applicants should normally have an appropriate healthcare or clinical professional background.
- You must be aged 18 or over.
- Delegates should have appropriate knowledge of infection control, patient care and clinical procedures.
- Practitioners are responsible for confirming that they are eligible for appropriate aesthetic indemnity insurance before independently providing treatments.
- Local regulations, professional scope of practice and insurance requirements must always be followed.
