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Facial Aesthetics Training for Physician Assistants

Advance your aesthetic career with comprehensive skin rejuvenation training. Master chemical peels (AHA, BHA, TCA), microneedling, microdermabrasion, and cosmeceutical protocols to provide patients with complete facial transformation services.

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1 Day
Course Duration
$1,499
Starting Price
AAOPM
Certificate
Facial Aesthetics Training

Why Physician Assistants Choose AAOPM for Facial Aesthetics Training

Our Comprehensive Facial Aesthetics Training Course is designed for physician assistants who want to add skin rejuvenation services to their aesthetic practice or transition into aesthetic medicine.

  • Medical Training Foundation: Your PA education in anatomy, physiology, and patient care provides an excellent foundation for facial aesthetic procedures.
  • AAOPM Certification: Receive your AAOPM Certificate of Completion upon finishing the course.
  • Hands-On Training: Practice chemical peels, microneedling, and microdermabrasion techniques under direct supervision of experienced aesthetic providers.
  • Career Growth: Facial aesthetics training opens doors to medical spas, dermatology practices, plastic surgery offices, and premier aesthetic clinics.
  • Enhance Your Services: Combine with injectable training to offer comprehensive facial rejuvenation packages that increase patient satisfaction and revenue.
Course Curriculum

What You'll Learn in Facial Aesthetics Training

A comprehensive curriculum covering everything physician assistants need to safely and effectively perform facial aesthetic procedures.

Skin Anatomy & Physiology

Master the layers of skin structure including epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue. Understand skin types, Fitzpatrick scale classification, wound healing mechanisms, and how treatments target different layers for optimal results.

Chemical Peel Protocols

Learn superficial and medium-depth peel techniques using AHA (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic), and TCA formulations. Master proper concentration selection, application methods, neutralization timing, and combination protocols for various skin concerns.

10+ Peel Types Covered

Microneedling Techniques

Master device selection, needle depth protocols, treatment patterns for various skin concerns, and combination therapies with PRP for enhanced collagen induction.

Microdermabrasion

Learn crystal and diamond-tip techniques, proper suction settings, treatment frequencies, and how to combine with other modalities for comprehensive treatments.

Cosmeceutical Science

Understand active ingredients including retinoids, vitamin C, niacinamide, peptides, and growth factors. Create effective pre and post-treatment skincare protocols.

Patient Assessment & Safety

Develop consultation skills, contraindication screening, informed consent processes, and complication prevention and management protocols.

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Facial Aesthetics Scope of Practice for Physician Assistants

Understanding your capabilities as a physician assistant in facial aesthetic medicine.

Supervised Practice Model

Physician assistants practice under the supervision of licensed physicians, with the level of oversight varying by state. For facial aesthetic procedures like chemical peels, microneedling, and microdermabrasion, many states allow general supervision where the physician doesn't need to be physically present during procedures. Your medical training and the collaborative practice model allow PAs to perform these procedures safely and effectively while having physician support available for complex cases.

50 States allow PA aesthetics

Earning Potential

Aesthetic PAs earn significantly more than many traditional PA roles. Facial aesthetics add recurring revenue streams that boost practice income.

$140K+ average aesthetic PA salary

Procedures You Can Perform

  • Superficial to medium chemical peels
  • Microneedling with PRP
  • Microdermabrasion treatments
  • Skin analysis and consultations
  • Cosmeceutical recommendations

Practice Settings

Work in dermatology clinics, plastic surgery practices, medical spas, or multi-specialty aesthetic centers with physician supervision and collaboration.

Comprehensive Services

Combine facial aesthetics with injectable training to offer complete facial rejuvenation. Skin treatments enhance injectable results for superior patient outcomes.

Supervision Requirements

Supervision requirements vary by state but typically allow significant autonomy for trained PAs performing facial aesthetic procedures. Many states permit general supervision where the physician is available by phone or telemedicine. AAOPM provides guidance on structuring compliant supervision arrangements for your specific state.

Certification & Credentials

Receive your AAOPM Certificate of Completion. This certification demonstrates competency to supervising physicians, employers, and patients, making you a competitive candidate for aesthetic positions.

Course Calendar

Facial Aesthetics Training Course Dates for Physician Assistants

Browse upcoming Facial Aesthetics training courses. All courses include hands-on training with live demonstrations.

Empire-Virtual-Training

May 16 - Oct 26, 2026
3 Courses
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Sat May 16
Livestream

Complete Facial Aesthetics

8:00 AM ET
$699 $749
Register
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Sat Sep 12
Livestream

Complete Facial Aesthetics

$699 $749
Register
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Mon Oct 26
Livestream

Complete Facial Aesthetics

$699 $749
Register

Alexandria, VA

Apr 3 - Apr 3, 2026
1 Course
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri Apr 3

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
Register

Atlanta, GA

Jul 10 - Sep 25, 2026
2 Courses
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri Jul 10

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
Register
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri Sep 25

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
Register

Boston, MA

Nov 22 - Nov 22, 2026
1 Course
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Sun Nov 22

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
Register

Chicago, IL

Nov 15 - Nov 15, 2026
1 Course
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Sun Nov 15

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
Register

Detroit, MI

Jun 19 - Dec 13, 2026
2 Courses
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri Jun 19

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
Register
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Sun Dec 13

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
Register

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Oct 23 - Oct 23, 2026
1 Course
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri Oct 23

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
Register

Houston, TX

May 31 - May 31, 2026
1 Course
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Sun May 31

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
Register

Kansas City, MO

Aug 14 - Aug 14, 2026
1 Course
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri Aug 14

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
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Las Vegas, NV

Apr 3 - Apr 3, 2026
1 Course
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri Apr 3

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
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Los Angeles, CA

Jun 5 - Oct 16, 2026
2 Courses
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri Jun 5

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
Register
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri Oct 16

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
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Miami / Miami Beach, FL

Dec 11 - Dec 11, 2026
1 Course
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri Dec 11

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
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Naples, FL

Feb 20 - Feb 20, 2026
1 Course
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri Feb 20

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
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Nashville, TN

May 15 - May 15, 2026
1 Course
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri May 15

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
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New York City, NY

Mar 6 - Dec 4, 2026
3 Courses
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri Mar 6

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,649 $2,049
Register
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri Aug 21

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,649 $2,049
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Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri Dec 4

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,649 $2,049
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Newark, NJ

Feb 20 - Feb 20, 2026
1 Course
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri Feb 20

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
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Orlando, FL

May 1 - Nov 6, 2026
3 Courses
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri May 1

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
Register
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Sun Jul 19

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
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Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri Nov 6

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
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Philadelphia, PA

Apr 10 - Aug 7, 2026
2 Courses
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri Apr 10

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
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Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri Aug 7

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
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Puerto Rico

Jul 31 - Jul 31, 2026
1 Course
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Fri Jul 31

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
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San Francisco, CA

Mar 14 - Mar 14, 2026
1 Course
Complete Facial Aesthetics
Sat Mar 14

Complete Facial Aesthetics

1:00 PM ET
$1,499 $1,899
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FAQ

Facial Aesthetics Training FAQ for Physician Assistants

Common questions about facial aesthetics training for physician assistants.

Yes. PAs can perform facial aesthetic procedures including chemical peels, microneedling, and microdermabrasion under the supervision of a licensed physician. The level of supervision required varies by state, with many states allowing general or distant supervision for these non-invasive procedures. Your PA training in anatomy, physiology, and patient assessment provides an excellent foundation for facial aesthetics.
Supervision requirements vary by state. Many states allow general supervision where the supervising physician doesn't need to be physically present during procedures but is available for consultation. Some states require the physician to be on-site or have specific supervision agreements. For facial aesthetic procedures, most states provide significant autonomy to trained PAs. AAOPM provides state-specific guidance during the course.
Absolutely. Aesthetic medicine offers PAs excellent work-life balance with typically regular business hours, significantly higher earning potential (often $120,000-180,000+), and growing patient demand for non-surgical treatments. Facial aesthetic procedures complement injectable services like Botox and fillers, allowing you to provide comprehensive skin rejuvenation and become a highly valued team member.
PAs in aesthetics typically earn $120,000-180,000+ annually, often significantly more than traditional PA roles. Facial aesthetic procedures add valuable recurring revenue: chemical peels generate $150-500 per treatment, microneedling $250-700 per session, and medical-grade skincare product recommendations provide additional income opportunities. Many aesthetic practices also offer production bonuses based on services performed.
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive an AAOPM Certificate of Completion demonstrating your training in facial aesthetic procedures.
Many PAs transition into aesthetics by joining established medical spas, dermatology practices, or plastic surgery offices that already have physician supervision in place. AAOPM's network includes practices looking for trained aesthetic PAs. Alternatively, some PAs approach physicians in their current practice about adding aesthetic services. Having your facial aesthetics certification makes you a more attractive candidate for these positions.

Ready to Advance Your PA Career with Facial Aesthetics?

Join thousands of physician assistants who have expanded their skills with AAOPM Facial Aesthetics training. Register today or speak with our team.

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