Ready to break into aesthetic medicine but don't know where to begin?
Whether you’re a nurse, NP, PA, or healthcare provider who dreams of entering the aesthetic space, this course was created to give you a clear, confident foundation in neurotoxin treatments.
Led by Chelsea Vacca, board-certified nurse practitioner and aesthetic injector, this course equips you with clinical knowledge, practical tips, and safety protocols that every injector should know before starting their career in aesthetics.
Introduction to Aesthetics and Neurotoxins
This course prepares you for confident, ethical, and effective neurotoxin treatments.
Bringing together expert knowledge, hands-on insights, and aesthetic strategy to prepare you for your dream career.
The signature foundational course from CVMA Courses designed to take you from unsure to unstoppable. With lifetime access to all 7 self-paced video modules, downloadable PDFs, cheat sheets, anatomical diagrams, real-world clinical tips and amazing bonuses, this course is packed with everything necessary to get you into your dream career as an aesthetician.
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Module 1: Course Introduction and What to Expect
Begin with a clear overview of the course structure and learning objectives. This introduction will guide you on how to navigate the modules and maximize your educational experience.
Module 2: Understanding Facial Anatomy
Develop a strong foundation in facial anatomy to ensure safe and precise injection practices. This module highlights key muscles, vessels, and landmarks essential for optimal outcomes.
Module 3: Neurotoxin Fundamentals
Gain a comprehensive understanding of neurotoxins, including their mechanisms of action, clinical applications, and product distinctions. Build the knowledge necessary for safe and informed decision-making.
Module 4: Safe and Strategic Dosing
Learn evidence-based dosing strategies tailored to individual anatomy and aesthetic goals. This module emphasizes patient safety, natural results, and consistency in treatment planning.
Module 5: Injection Technique & Best Practices
Refine your technical skills with practical guidance on injection methods, needle depth, and patient positioning. Acquire best practices that elevate precision and professionalism in your treatments.
Module 6: Patient Care & Complication Management
Enhance your ability to provide comprehensive patient care. This module covers pre- and post-treatment protocols, recognition of adverse events, and evidence-based approaches to complication management.
Module 7: Real-World Scenarios & Pro Tips
Apply your knowledge through case studies and practical examples. Learn advanced insights and clinical pearls that help bridge the gap between theory and real-world practice.
By the end of this course, you’ll:
Understand core neurotoxin anatomy, dosing, and safety
Know how to confidently assess and plan treatments
Speak the language of aesthetics with ease
Feel ready to shadow, inject, or continue hands-on training
Stand out in a saturated market with strong foundational knowledge
Meet Chelsea Vacca, NP
Chelsea Vacca is a board-certified nurse practitioner, advanced aesthetic injector, and founder of Chelsea Vacca Medical Aesthetics and CVMA Courses. With years of hands-on experience and advanced training under a board-certified plastic surgeon, she brings a clinically sound and ethically grounded approach to aesthetic education. This course was created to share her expertise, refine foundational skills, and support the next generation of injectors with the knowledge and confidence to excel in aesthetic medicine.
