How to Become a Medical Aesthetician

Wondering if a career in medical aesthetics might be right for you? In today's blog post, our team at ClaraDerma+ explains what medical aestheticians do and how to become a certified medical aesthetician in Canada.

What services does a medical aestheticians offer?

Common services offered by medical aestheticians include:

However, the role of a certified medical aesthetician stretches far beyond the treatments listed above. These skilled professionals also work collaboratively with doctors and other healthcare providers to help provide patients with an experience that prioritizes both health and beauty when treating skin conditions.

Many medical aestheticians provide in-depth consultations for clients to help uncover potential hereditary, medical, and lifestyle factors that may be negatively impacting the condition of their skin. These consultations are a deep dive into clients' overall health, providing vital insights that medical aestheticians can use to determine the safest and most effective treatment options.

Some medical aestheticians can provide their clients with access to high-end skincare products not available in stores. These luxury products often have specialized formulations with reduced additives, more active ingredients, and other features that make them extra special. By working directly with premium skincare companies, medical aestheticians can often recommend carefully formulated products to meet each client's specific needs.

Not only that, medical aestheticians are passionate about staying up-to-date on the very latest skincare products, prescriptions and treatments. This means that, although they cannot offer treatments only available by prescription, they can help their patients stay informed about the latest advances in skincare. This can give them the knowledge they need to have informed conversations with qualified healthcare professionals.

Do you need a license to practice as a medical aesthetician? 

Certification is required to work as a medical aesthetician in most parts of Canada. That said, individual provinces dictate the specific requirements and/or certifications needed to work as a medical aesthetician in that province. In most provinces, this means completing a recognized training program.

How can I obtain medical aesthetician certification?

If you are considering a career as a medical aesthetician, it is essential to choose your training program carefully. Many programs only skim the surface, providing the bare minimum of information. Although these courses can help lay the groundwork for your new career, it is vital to choose a comprehensive program that teaches you the very latest in treatments and techniques, giving you the skills and confidence you need to provide your clients with the ultimate in skincare.

Begin by researching the medical aesthetician certification requirements where you live. Once you know what you need to move your new career forward, it's time to find the best courses to help you reach those standards and beyond.

What are the training requirements to become a medical aesthetician?

Each province sets its own training and certification requirements for medical aestheticians, so the answer to this question isn't entirely straightforward. However, it's important to keep in mind that our skin is an important feature of how we look and feel about ourselves. As such, every client who visits you places enormous trust in your skill and knowledge. Respect that trust by enrolling in the most thorough and comprehensive course available to you. 

A comprehensive program will not only cover a wide range of treatments, but it will also teach you:

By taking the time to choose a great course and striving to achieve excellence in each module, you will gain the skills and knowledge you need to achieve certification in the field and kick-start your career as a medical aesthetician.

What additional certifications could help advance a career in medical aesthetics?

The skincare industry moves fast, with new advances in the science of treatments and technology happening at a breathtaking pace. Staying on top of the latest and greatest in skincare can help you provide the outstanding services your clients will come to appreciate and expect from you. So, what additional training could help you go above and beyond? 

That answer is going to depend upon what you have already mastered in your certificate program. That said, some important treatments to be skilled at include:

Why should I consider taking the ClaraDerma+ Academy's Medical Aesthetician online course?

The team at ClaraDerma+ Academy what's to inspire individuals to excel in the field of medical aesthetics and provide outstanding care to their clients. The ClaraDerma+ Academy's Medical Aesthetician online course provides the training and knowledge needed to achieve skills, understanding, and certification in a wide range of critical areas of medical aesthetics. This comprehensive course will equip you to deliver personalized aesthetic treatments confidently and precisely. Once the online portion of your training is complete, the hands-on practicum is available to further enhance your skills and allow you to gain real-world experience in the field.

Some of the topics you will cover in the certificate course include:

Ready to learn more about the ClaraDerma+ Academy's Medical Aesthetician online course? Visit our course page or contact us today to learn more.