CE Approved Aesthetics 101 Training Hybrid (AES 101 H)
The American Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery (AAAMS) offers a comprehensive, hands-on aesthetic training program for medical professionals. These aesthetics classes provide a hybrid learning option consisting of online and hands-on modules.
This comprehensive, hands-on aesthetic training program consists of two modules
Facial Aesthetics 101 Series Self-Paced Online Course
Duration: 17 hours
A 17-hour prerequisite for the hands-on training that covers Introduction to Aesthetics 101, Botulinum Toxins 101 and Dermal Fillers 101. You will also complete a chemical peel training video as an online didactic training.
Live Hands-on Practice
Apply your informational knowledge and practice on lifelike mannequins. We also offer real human model practice at the AAAMS headquarters in Beverly Hills, California.
Conclusion and Graduation Ceremony
Students who complete the training receive a framed certificate of completion during a graduation ceremony.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this aesthetics course, students will:
- Identify the anatomy and physiology of the face with special attention to blood vessels and nerves.
- Recognize the important structures of the face with regard to botulinum toxin and its appropriate use.
- Identify key facial muscles and formulate a treatment plan to inject botulinum toxin.
- Inject botulinum toxin safely and reduce the risk of complications.
- Recognize the important structures of the face with regard to dermal fillers and their appropriate uses.
- Identify key facial muscles and fat layers to build a treatment plan for filler.
- Apply different filler injection techniques for optimal patient outcomes.
Who Can Enroll in Aesthetic Training Classes?
To enroll in an aesthetic training class, a student must already be a licensed:
Doctor
MD, DO
Nurse
NP, RN
Physician Assistant
PA
Dentist
DDS, DMD, BDSHow Much Does the Aesthetic Training Course Cost?
Traditionally, the course costs $2,950, but we often offer reduced rates. Be sure to reach out to our team to learn more.
The following items and training are included in your course fees:
- FREE 12-month AAAMS Basic Associate Membership
- Course attendance
- All hands-on materials and training supplies
- Didactic classroom time as well as hands-on training with real patients
- Customizable marketing tools for your practice, including startup forms, patient history, consents, policy and procedures
- Instructional videos
- A certificate of course completion
Course Length
17 Hours (online course)10 Hours (hands-on training)
2 Modules
Course Type
Virtual, Self-Paced+ In-Person, Live
Cost
$2,950 $2,500Expires: May 31, 2026
17 CE/CME credits available with FA 101
Course Dates
Saturday, May 23 2026
Live Hands-On Training Los Angeles, California
Time 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM PT
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Register NowBONUS! You will automatically become an AAAMS Member. Benefits may include:
- 12-month access to the AAAMS Aesthetics Network, the only social media network in North America for aesthetics professionals to meet, collaborate, and learn from one another
- Discounts on most AAAMS training courses
- Free mini-courses
- Discounts on 1-on-1 virtual consultations with an aesthetics expert (up to 25% off)
- Unlimited access to the latest articles published by prominent aesthetic and cosmetic journals
- The ability to share a clinical case and get personalized feedback from an aesthetics master
- Access to quarterly, virtual, interactive case presentations, demos, and discussions
- Invaluable access to an open forum of like-minded, innovative medical professionals seeking to grow their practice
- A certificate of your membership with the American Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery.
- Click here to read a full list of member benefits!
HAVE QUESTIONS? CALL FOR INSTANT ANSWERS: (310) 274-9955
FAQ
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This course is designed for licensed medical professionals with minimal to no prior experience in aesthetic procedures who want to earn certification in Botox, dermal fillers, and chemical peels. Eligible enrollees include physicians (MD, DO), nurses (RN, NP), physician assistants (PA), and dentists (DDS, DMD, BDS).
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The course consists of two modules. Module 1 is a 17-hour self-paced online curriculum you complete on your own schedule before the live training day. Module 2 is a full-day, in-person hands-on training session held at AAAMS headquarters in Beverly Hills, California, where you practice on mannequins and real human models under direct instructor supervision.
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Class size is strictly limited to a maximum of 9 participants. This ensures every student receives meaningful one-on-one time with instructors during the hands-on training day — not a passive observation experience.
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Upon successfully completing both modules, you will receive training certifications in botulinum toxin (Botox), dermal fillers, and chemical peels, along with a framed certificate of completion presented during a graduation ceremony.
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Yes. Up to 17 CE/CME credits are available when the Aesthetics 101 Hybrid course is combined with the Facial Aesthetics 101 Series (FA 101) online prerequisite course.
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Your enrollment includes the online Module 1 curriculum, the full-day hands-on training session, all training materials and supplies, a 12-month AAAMS Basic Associate Membership, customizable practice marketing tools (patient consent forms, intake forms, policy and procedures), instructional videos, and your certificate of completion.
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Yes. The 17-hour Facial Aesthetics 101 Series online course (Module 1) is a required prerequisite and must be completed before attending the live hands-on training day. This ensures every participant arrives prepared to practice — not just observe.
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The live training is held at AAAMS headquarters in Los Angeles, California. Training days run from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM PT. Multiple dates are offered throughout the year so you can choose a session that fits your schedule.
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The standard course fee is $2,950. Reduced rates are periodically available — contact AAAMS directly at (310) 274-9955 for current pricing and availability.
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Yes. If you prefer a fully remote format, AAAMS offers the Aesthetics 101 Training Virtual (AES 101 V), which delivers the same certification curriculum with live hands-on practice conducted virtually. The hybrid format is recommended for those who can attend in person, as it includes real patient practice at the Beverly Hills facility.