Foundation Injectables Course

One-Day Course on Neuromodulator Injectable Techniques
(Focusing on the administration of botulinum toxin)

Course Overview:

This one-day course is designed for healthcare professionals interested in learning the principles of safe and effective administration of botulinum toxin for aesthetic and therapeutic purposes. The course combines theoretical learning with hands-on practice, ensuring participants develop confidence in assessment, injection techniques, and patient safety.

Target Audience:

• Doctors, Nurses, Pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals with an interest in aesthetic or therapeutic injectable treatments.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the pharmacology and mechanism of action of botulinum toxin.
2. Identify appropriate patient selection criteria and contraindications.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of facial anatomy relevant to injection sites.
4. Perform safe and accurate injection techniques.
5. Recognise and manage potential complications.
6. Understand legal, ethical, and professional considerations in practice.

Course Agenda:

Morning Session

09:00 – 09:30 | Registration and Introduction

• Course objectives and structure
• Overview of neuromodulators and their applications (aesthetic and medical)

09:30 – 10:30 | Understanding Botulinum Toxin

• Mechanism of action
• Indications and contraindications
• Dosage and reconstitution

10:30 – 11:00 | Break

11:00 – 12:30 | Facial Anatomy and Injection Planning

• Muscles of facial expression and key injection sites
• Patient assessment and consultation techniques
• Injection planning and dosage calculations

12:30 – 13:30 | Lunch Break

Afternoon Session

13:30 – 15:00 | Practical Demonstration and Hands-on Training

• Demonstration of safe injection techniques
• Supervised hands-on practice on models (or simulated practice)

15:00 – 15:30 | Managing Complications and Aftercare

• Recognising and managing adverse effects
• Aftercare advice for patients
• Emergency protocols

15:30 – 16:00 | Business and Legal Considerations

• Regulatory and ethical considerations
• Documentation and consent
• Setting up a safe practice

16:00 – 16:30 | Q&A and Certification

• Recap and discussion
• Certification of completion

Course Requirements:

• Participants should have a medical or nursing background.
• Completion of a pre-course reading module (if applicable).
• Practical component requires consented models for hands-on practice.
• Do not apply if you are not a registered healthcare professional as you will be required to provide proof of registration in UK or oversees.

Assessment & Certification:

• Knowledge assessment through multiple-choice questions.
• Practical skill assessment during the hands-on session.
• Certificate of completion provided at the end of the course.

Resources Provided:

• Course handbook covering key topics
• Injection technique guides and anatomical charts
• Patient consultation and consent templates
• Access to post-course support and mentorship opportunities