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PDO Thread Lift Training for Registered Nurses

Launch your aesthetic nursing career with non-surgical face lifting using PDO threads. This comprehensive hands-on course teaches RNs thread lifting techniques including smooth, barbed, and screw threads for skin tightening, facial lifting, and collagen stimulation therapy.

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1 Day
Course Duration
$1,299
Starting Price
AAOPM
Certificate
PDO Thread Lift Training

Why Registered Nurses Choose AAOPM for PDO Thread Lift Training

Our PDO Thread Lift Training Course is designed for registered nurses seeking to enter or advance in aesthetic nursing with advanced non-surgical lifting procedures.

  • Nursing Foundation: Your RN training in patient care, injection techniques, and clinical assessment provides an excellent foundation for aesthetic procedures.
  • AAOPM Certificate: Receive your Certificate of Completion documenting your PDO thread lift training.
  • Live Patient Procedures: Practice thread insertion on real patients under direct supervision of board-certified instructors.
  • Career Transformation: Move from traditional nursing into the high-demand, rewarding field of aesthetic nursing with advanced procedural skills.
  • Comprehensive Curriculum: Master all thread types (smooth, barbed, screw), facial anatomy, insertion techniques, and complication management.
Course Curriculum

What You'll Learn in PDO Thread Lift Training

A comprehensive curriculum covering everything registered nurses need to safely and effectively assist with and perform PDO thread lift procedures.

PDO Thread Types & Selection

Master the three main thread categories: smooth threads for collagen stimulation and skin rejuvenation, barbed/cog threads for tissue lifting and repositioning, and screw/tornado threads for volume restoration. Learn thread gauge selection, length considerations, and product preparation.

Insertion Techniques

Learn precise cannula and needle insertion methods, entry point mapping, vector planning for optimal lift, and anchoring techniques. Your nursing injection skills will translate well to mastering thread placement.

6+ Treatment Areas

Facial Anatomy for Threading

Deep dive into facial tissue planes, danger zones, nerve pathways, and vascular anatomy critical for safe thread placement.

Facial Lifting Protocols

Step-by-step protocols for brow lift, midface lift, jowl reduction, jawline definition, and neck tightening procedures.

Complication Management

Recognize and manage thread migration, dimpling, asymmetry, infection, and when to escalate to your supervising physician.

Patient Care & Recovery

Your nursing background shines in patient education, post-procedure care, and managing patient comfort and expectations.

For Registered Nurses

PDO Thread Lift Scope of Practice for Registered Nurses

Understanding your capabilities and supervision requirements as a registered nurse performing PDO thread lift procedures.

Delegated Aesthetic Procedures

Registered nurses can perform PDO thread lifts in most states as a delegated medical procedure under physician supervision. Your nursing education provides a strong foundation in patient assessment, injection techniques, sterile technique, and complication recognition. With proper training and physician oversight, RNs are valuable members of aesthetic teams performing thread lifting procedures.

Direct Physician supervision typically required

Career Transformation

Transition from traditional nursing to aesthetic nursing, one of the fastest-growing and most rewarding specialties in nursing.

$70K-100K+ annual earning potential

Thread Lift Treatment Areas

  • Brow and forehead lifting
  • Midface and cheek lifting
  • Nasolabial fold improvement
  • Jowl reduction and jawline
  • Neck tightening and bands

Physician Supervision

RNs typically require direct physician supervision for thread procedures, with the physician on-site and immediately available. Specific requirements vary by state.

Advancement Opportunities

Start as an aesthetic RN, then consider advancing to NP for broader practice authority and independent practice potential in many states.

Nursing Skills That Transfer

Your nursing education has prepared you well for aesthetic procedures: patient assessment, injection technique, sterile procedure, medication administration, complication recognition, and patient education. PDO thread training builds on these foundational skills to add specialized aesthetic capabilities.

Certification & Credentials

Receive your AAOPM Certificate of Completion. This certification documents your training for employers, satisfies malpractice insurance requirements, and demonstrates competency in PDO thread procedures to supervising physicians.

Course Calendar

PDO Thread Lift Training Course Dates for Registered Nurses

Browse upcoming PDO thread lift training courses. All courses include hands-on training with live patients.

Atlanta, GA

Feb 15 - Feb 15, 2026
1 Course
PDO Thread Training (Level I)
Sun Feb 15

PDO Thread Training (Level I)

8:00 AM ET
$1,299 $1,899
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Austin, TX

Aug 9 - Aug 9, 2026
1 Course
PDO Thread Training (Level I)
Sun Aug 9

PDO Thread Training (Level I)

8:00 AM ET
$1,299 $1,899
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Charlotte, NC

Aug 2 - Aug 2, 2026
1 Course
PDO Thread Training (Level I)
Sun Aug 2

PDO Thread Training (Level I)

1:00 PM ET
$1,299 $1,899
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Dallas, TX

Feb 6 - Jun 5, 2026
2 Courses
PDO Thread Training (Level I)
Fri Feb 6

PDO Thread Training (Level I)

8:00 AM ET
$1,299 $1,899
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PDO Thread Training (Level I)
Fri Jun 5

PDO Thread Training (Level I)

8:00 AM ET
$1,299 $1,899
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Detroit, MI

Jun 19 - Jun 19, 2026
1 Course
PDO Thread Training (Level I)
Fri Jun 19

PDO Thread Training (Level I)

8:00 AM ET
$1,299 $1,899
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Fort Lauderdale, FL

Apr 12 - Apr 12, 2026
1 Course
PDO Thread Training (Level I)
Sun Apr 12

PDO Thread Training (Level I)

8:00 AM ET
$1,299 $1,899
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Kansas City, MO

May 3 - May 3, 2026
1 Course
PDO Thread Training (Level I)
Sun May 3

PDO Thread Training (Level I)

1:00 PM ET
$1,299 $1,899
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Las Vegas, NV

Sep 27 - Sep 27, 2026
1 Course
PDO Thread Training (Level I)
Sun Sep 27

PDO Thread Training (Level I)

1:00 PM ET
$1,299 $1,899
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Los Angeles, CA

Dec 4 - Dec 4, 2026
1 Course
PDO Thread Training (Level I)
Fri Dec 4

PDO Thread Training (Level I)

1:00 PM ET
$1,299 $1,899
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Miami / Miami Beach, FL

Jun 12 - Dec 13, 2026
2 Courses
PDO Thread Training (Level I)
Fri Jun 12

PDO Thread Training (Level I)

8:00 AM ET
$1,299 $1,899
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PDO Thread Training (Level I)
Sun Dec 13

PDO Thread Training (Level I)

1:00 PM ET
$1,299 $1,899
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Minneapolis, MN

Aug 9 - Aug 9, 2026
1 Course
PDO Thread Training (Level I)
Sun Aug 9

PDO Thread Training (Level I)

8:00 AM ET
$1,299 $1,899
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New York City, NY

Apr 24 - Dec 4, 2026
3 Courses
PDO Thread Training (Level I)
Fri Apr 24

PDO Thread Training (Level I)

8:00 AM ET
$1,449 $2,049
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PDO Thread Training (Level I)
Fri Jun 5

PDO Thread Training (Level I)

8:00 AM ET
$1,449 $2,049
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PDO Thread Training (Level I)
Fri Dec 4

PDO Thread Training (Level I)

8:00 AM ET
$1,449 $2,049
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Orlando, FL

Mar 22 - Nov 9, 2026
2 Courses
PDO Thread Training (Level I)
Sun Mar 22

PDO Thread Training (Level I)

1:00 PM ET
$1,299 $1,899
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PDO Thread Training (Level I)
Mon Nov 9

PDO Thread Training (Level I)

8:00 AM ET
$1,299 $1,899
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Philadelphia, PA

Apr 10 - Apr 10, 2026
1 Course
PDO Thread Training (Level I)
Fri Apr 10

PDO Thread Training (Level I)

8:00 AM ET
$1,299 $1,899
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San Francisco, CA

Mar 14 - Mar 14, 2026
1 Course
PDO Thread Training (Level I)
Sat Mar 14

PDO Thread Training (Level I)

8:00 AM ET
$1,299 $1,899
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FAQ

PDO Thread Lift Training FAQ for Registered Nurses

Common questions about PDO thread lift training for registered nurses.

In most states, registered nurses can perform PDO thread lifts under direct physician supervision as a delegated medical procedure. The physician must be on-site and immediately available. Some states may have specific requirements or restrictions for RN aesthetic procedures. Always verify your state's nurse practice act and consult with your supervising physician before performing thread procedures.
You'll learn all three main categories of PDO threads: smooth (mono) threads for skin rejuvenation and collagen stimulation, barbed (cog) threads for tissue lifting and repositioning, and screw (tornado) threads for volume restoration. Understanding all thread types prepares you to assist with and perform various procedures under supervision.
RNs typically require direct physician supervision for PDO thread procedures, meaning a physician must be physically present in the facility and immediately available. The physician delegates the procedure and maintains oversight. Specific requirements vary by state, so verify your state's nurse practice act regulations.
RNs in aesthetics with thread lifting skills typically earn $70,000-100,000+ annually depending on location, experience, and practice setting. Many aesthetic nurses receive base salary plus production bonuses based on procedures performed. Thread lifting skills can increase your value to employers and qualify you for higher-paying positions.
Advancing to NP provides broader practice authority in many states, including independent practice in 27+ states. However, many RNs build successful, rewarding aesthetic careers working under physician supervision. Start gaining experience as an aesthetic RN, then decide if NP education aligns with your long-term career goals based on your state's practice environment and your professional aspirations.
Aesthetic RNs with PDO thread training can work in medical spas, dermatology practices, plastic surgery offices, and multi-specialty aesthetic clinics. Thread lifting expertise differentiates you from RNs with only injectable training. You may also work as a clinical trainer, aesthetic nurse manager, or in aesthetic product sales as you gain experience.

Ready to Launch Your Aesthetic Nursing Career?

Join registered nurses nationwide who have transformed their careers with AAOPM PDO Thread Lift training. Register today or speak with our team.

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