Foundation Training

Toxins & Dermal Filler

Our foundation courses instil practical skills and theoretical knowledge, providing the confidence and competence to immediately implement what you have learnt into the clinic.

Our most popular foundation course

  • Dermal filler & toxin course €4995
  • 3 Practical toxin days (minimum requirement)
  • 4 Practical dermal filler days (minimum requirement)

Our sector-leading combination

toxin and filler course

Stage 1

Botulinum toxin - Foundation level Botulinum toxin training following Allergan on label training system.

Stage 2

Dermal filler training includes MD code 6-point lift, lip augmentation and perioral rejuvenation using varied dermal filler types.

Our sector-leading combination of dermal filler and botulinum toxin course is designed for doctors and dentists. Also suitable for international nurses where local laws allow for nurses to administer botulinum toxin. Delegates are exposed to filler brands Teoxane, Restylane, UTH and Juvederm. The course is a foundation course suitable for medical professionals looking to start out in aesthetic medicine.

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Botulinum Toxin

The course includes Stage 1 from our standalone botulinum toxin course; it is possible to add on stages 2 and 3 for €1150 per stage.

Stage 1 – Online Theory of both dermal filler and botulinum toxin

start your theory learning, depending on your schedule and time to devote to study; this will typically take 4 to 12 weeks.

Stage 2 – Practical Training

Once you have completed the theory requirements, you book practical training dates. Practical training is performed on everyday people from consultation through to final administering.

Day 1 of practical training concentrates on

Introduction to botulinum toxin

  • Toxin reconstitution
  • Patient selection
  • Facial anatomy
  • Injection technique
  • Contraindications
  • Aftercare
  • Usage of treatment software typically used when running your own clinic

Practical demonstration

  • Basic administering of botox injections

Hands-on practical training on silicon heads

  • Master needle control and injection technique.
  • Marking out the face

Day 2 and 3 practical days

Practical Training Clinics – Our practical clinics are where you hone your skills while increasing your confidence. Set in a typical clinic environment, your tutor will guide you from patient consultation all the way through to administering and aftercare.

Dermal Filler

Stage 2 – Practical training dermal filler

Day 1 – Introduction to dermal fillers

  • Patient selection
  • Facial anatomy
  • Injection technique
  • Contraindications
  • Aftercare

Practical demonstration

  • Basic administering of facial filler injections
  • Product selection
  • Marking out the face

Days 2, 3, 4,

Administering facial filler injections

MD Code 6 point lift, basic lip augmentation, perioral rejuvenation.

A comprehensive theory programme might be the cornerstone of our aesthetic medicine courses but practical hands-on training is the foundation. Training to a Level 7 standard produces competent practitioners furthermore our ability to train you on many evidence-based modalities takes you on a journey from injecter to a specialist in non-surgical aesthetics.

Practice of Dermal Filler Use in Aesthetic Medicine

  • Be able to perform client assessments relating to the use of dermal fillers
  • Be able to develop a range of treatment plans relating to the use of dermal fillers
  • Be able to administer dermal fillers
  • Be able to address adverse effects, arising from the use of dermal fillers, using hyaluronidase

Practice of Botulinum Toxin Use in Aesthetic Medicine

  • Be able to perform client assessments relating to the use of botulinum toxin
  • Be able to develop a range of treatment plans relating to the use of botulinum toxin
  • Be able to administer botulinum toxin
Our Level 7 online learning allows you to study in your own time and at your own pace.
The practical course format is combined with seven critical units of theory delivered through our VLE resulting in approximately 210 hours of learning.

Principles of Dermatology in Aesthetic Medicine

  • Understand the structure and function of the skin and hair
  • Understand the impacts of age and dermatological condition upon the skin
  • Understand the use of dermatologically focussed tools and products

Principles of Cosmetic Psychology in Aesthetic Medicine

  • Understand the factors that influence the desire for cosmetic procedures.
  • Understand Mental health conditions that may impact treatment, how to screen for these and manage appropriately in the setting of Aesthetic medicine

Principles of Ageing and Photoageing in Aesthetic Medicine

  • Understand the impact of age, intrinsic and extrinsic factors on the ageing process.
  • Understand the use of dermatologically focused tools of assessment and their relevance to aesthetic treatment.
  • Understand the effects of UV light on the skin ageing process

Principles of Treatment in Aesthetic Medicine

  • Understanding the importance of individualised treatment with reference to Aesthetic medicine.
  • Understanding the roles and responsibilities of aesthetic practitioners.
  • Understanding the need for specific aftercare advice and how to best deliver this to clients.

Principles of History, Ethics, and Law in Aesthetic Medicine

  • Understand the moral theories and principles that have influenced healthcare.
  • Understand the range of ethical issues that may arise and how one would approach these in relation to aesthetic medicine.
  • Understand product liability and the legal principles around advertising in the cosmetic industry.

Principles of Botulinum Toxin Use in Aesthetic Medicine

  • Understand the biochemistry and mechanisms of action of botulinum toxin
  • Understand the facial and neck anatomy relevant to the use of botulinum toxin within aesthetic medicine
  • Understand the risks and the management options, referring to adverse effects, associated with botulinum toxin administration

Principles of Dermal Filler Use in Aesthetic Medicine

  • Understand the biochemistry and mechanisms of action of dermal fillers
  • Understand the facial anatomy relevant to the use of dermal fillers within aesthetic medicine
  • Understand a range of techniques for the application of dermal fillers
  • Understand the risks and the management options, referring to adverse effects, associated with dermal filler administration

Dr Michelle Westcott
MB.BCh(Wits) B.Nurs (Wits) Dip. Trauma & Emergencies. Adv.Dip. Aesthetic Medicine.(FPD)
Aesthetic Practitioner | Injectable Mentor

With over 16 years in aesthetic medicine, Dr Michelle Westcott is a master trainer. Michelle teaches a broad remit of aesthetic medicine including PDO threads, Silhouette Soft, Skin boosters, varied advanced filler modalities. Dr Michelle loves teaching: ” I am constantly learning, training and updating my skills, as I believe that knowledge is the most precious gift anyone can possess. Aesthetic Medicine is a field I feel extremely passionate about and I  strive daily to maintain the highest possible standards and strive to make patient safety and amazing aesthetic outcomes my priority.

Dr Emily Casey, BA (Mod), MB BCh BAO, MICGP, MBPsS, MPsSI

Aesthetic Practitioner | Injectable Mentor

Dr Emily Casey, is a dual-qualified Coaching Psychologist and General Practitioner plus a graduate of ATAI. Dr Emily moved into the role of toxin peer training. Emily has performed thousands of Botox® procedures many of our delegates spend a day or two with Emily within our clinical training programme.

Dr Asta Agasarova
Aesthetic Doctor |

Dr Asta Agasarova has a double master’s degree in medicine and surgery in Russia and Italy, with a background as a Neurologist in Moscow, and then worked in the Mater Hospital in Dublin, specialising in Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases. While working as a neurologist in Russia she became interested in the use of neurotoxins like Botox to treat neurological movement disorders.

Lynn Murdock, RGN
Aesthetic Practitioner | Injectable Mentor

Lynn has worked as part of the ATAI team for several years, is a graduate of the skin complete course and has completed her certificate in education and training. Lynn is the main tutor for Dermal filler training also teaches masterclasses in tissue stimulators. When she is not teaching, she carries out a range of treatments from non- injectable to injectable treatments.

17junCourse date is typically the beginning of online theory. After enrolment we will be in contact with you to outline the course schedule. Course is multiple days and dates with Orientation/Foundation Day On:Botulinum Toxin & Dermal Filler Training for DoctorsBeginner, foundation

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16sepCourse date is typically the beginning of online theory. After enrolment we will be in contact with you to outline the course schedule. Course is multiple days and dates with Orientation/Foundation Day On:Botulinum Toxin & Dermal Filler Training for DoctorsBeginner, foundation

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18novCourse date is typically the beginning of online theory. After enrolment we will be in contact with you to outline the course schedule. Course is multiple days and dates with Orientation/Foundation Day On:Botulinum Toxin & Dermal Filler Training for DoctorsBeginner, foundation

16decCourse date is typically the beginning of online theory. After enrolment we will be in contact with you to outline the course schedule. Course is multiple days and dates with Orientation/Foundation Day On:Botulinum Toxin & Dermal Filler Training for DoctorsBeginner, foundation

20janCourse date is typically the beginning of online theory. After enrolment we will be in contact with you to outline the course schedule. Course is multiple days and dates with Orientation/Foundation Day On:Botulinum Toxin & Dermal Filler Training for DoctorsBeginner, foundation

17febCourse date is typically the beginning of online theory. After enrolment we will be in contact with you to outline the course schedule. Course is multiple days and dates with Orientation/Foundation Day On:Botulinum Toxin & Dermal Filler Training for DoctorsBeginner, foundation

16marCourse date is typically the beginning of online theory. After enrolment we will be in contact with you to outline the course schedule. Course is multiple days and dates with Orientation/Foundation Day On:Botulinum Toxin & Dermal Filler Training for DoctorsBeginner, foundation

20aprCourse date is typically the beginning of online theory. After enrolment we will be in contact with you to outline the course schedule. Course is multiple days and dates with Orientation/Foundation Day On:Botulinum Toxin & Dermal Filler Training for DoctorsBeginner, foundation

18mayCourse date is typically the beginning of online theory. After enrolment we will be in contact with you to outline the course schedule. Course is multiple days and dates with Orientation/Foundation Day On:Botulinum Toxin & Dermal Filler Training for DoctorsBeginner, foundation

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