You don't need to be a clinician to make a powerful impact in an aesthetic clinic. The Foundations of Aesthetics Program is purpose-built for the people who run the business behind the treatments and for anyone stepping into aesthetics who wants to understand the world they're entering before touching a device or a client.
From skin, hair and body science to treatment awareness, client communication, ethical boundaries, and retail knowledge this course gives you the knowledge to show up informed, confident, and credible from day one.
Front desk, reception and contact centre staff who need to confidently answer treatment questions and guide client decisions
Clinic managers and operations teams who want to understand exactly what's happening in their clinic
Marketing, social media and business development professionals working in or with aesthetic practices
Salon and clinic owners who want to onboard new hires quickly and ensure their whole team is aligned on services, technologies and standards
Anyone from any educational background who wants to understand what medical aesthetics and cosmetology is about
Industry overview, clinic formats, the difference between cosmetic and medical aesthetics, key clinic roles, and the full client journey from enquiry to retention
Skin types and common concerns, hair and scalp basics, body concerns, and ethical communication boundaries for non-clinical staff
Facials and medi-facials, chemical peels, light-based technologies (LHR, IPL, LED, lasers), injectables awareness (Botox, fillers, PRP, microneedling), energy-based devices (RF, HIFU, cavitation), hair and scalp solutions, body treatments, and wellness therapies
Professional etiquette, handling difficult clients, consultation support, follow-up and feedback
Documentation protocols and legal consent procedures
Grooming, hygiene, body language and in-clinic behaviour
OTC vs medical-grade products, ingredient awareness, ethical sales techniques, inventory management
This is a snapshot of the curriculum.
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Pay in easy instalments with our zero cost EMI facility — no interest, no hidden fees. Ask our counsellors for details.
Enrolling with a colleague, teammate or friend? Ask us about our group discount and referral programme — we'd love to make this work for you.
Gain complete operational knowledge of how an aesthetic clinic runs
Confidently handle client queries and explain treatments within safe ethical boundaries
Flexible online study — complete at your own pace within 1 year of enrolment
Build professional presence through etiquette, communication and personal presentation skills
Stand out for managerial and senior non-clinical roles with industry-recognised certification
AgeLess Institute offers zero cost EMI on all courses spread your payments in easy instalments with no interest and no hidden fees. We also offer group discounts for clinics and salons enrolling multiple staff, and a referral programme for students who bring a colleague along.
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No interest, no hidden fees
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