tox & Dermal Filler Training Courses For Physician Assistants Seattle
Physician assistants have one of the most versatile and vital roles in the medical field. Depending on the state, physician assistants can perform basic medical procedures, assist during surgery, and even have their own medical practices.
However, in traditional roles, physician assistants can often feel burnt out and reach a level of career stagnation. Without a doctoral medical degree, physician assistants are often limited in the scope and advancements in their career.
Not only can physician assistants reach stagnation, but when trying to explore career prospects and advance their career, it can be difficult to stand out among other applicants with similar qualifications. Physician assistants do have better career prospects within the medical aesthetics field, or at least, the opportunity to add training to their qualifications to help them stand out among other physician assistants.
The American Academy of Cosmetic Medicine (AACM) offers Botulinum toxin (tox) and dermal filler training courses in Seattle. Becoming an aesthetic PA injector Seattle allows physician assistants to chart their own course in their career. They can find and create more opportunities for themselves as well as join a fulfilling and less stressful career in the medical world.
Become a Aesthetic Injector to Boost PA’s Career
Washington State does allow physician assistants a good amount of freedom in their medical career. However, they must be under a supervising physician and generally will only assistant in surgery and not perform it on their own (with the exception of simple or quick procedures). While PAs can perform the duties of a medical doctor, expanding their certifications and training will only help them find new paths in their career.
When considering taking a physician assistant tox certification course, PAs should know the many benefits such a course has on their career and future job prospects. Firstly, this additional knowledge and training makes a physician assistant more employable to physicians who may want to add an aesthetic component to their practice, but do not have the time to do it themselves. Thus, this also expands a PAs earning potential.
Aesthetic physician assistants tend to have a more flexible work schedule. Unlike in a traditional medical role, there are rarely—if ever—times where unexpected emergencies or cases occur. Therefore, for PAs with families and other obligations, a physician assistant tox certification course offers them more time and flexibility when it comes to their everyday life.
Physician assistants can choose whether to fully enter the aesthetic medicine field, or to dabble in it for extra income. This allows them more control over their career—and in Washington and several other states—the potential to open their own medical aesthetic practice in the future.
Finally, since aesthetic medicine practitioners only see their patients when they are in good health and happy, they tend to have better patient interactions. Additionally, cosmetic injections—when performed correctly—have relatively few risks or complications which also leads to overall better patient relationships.
Course Plan
Beginner
The ten hour beginner course is recommended for practitioners with little to no experience with aesthetic injections. The curriculum is as follows:
- Learn fundamentals of facial functional anatomy as they relate to neurotoxins and dermal fillers.
- Learn about the aging process and the importance of neurotoxins and dermal fillers for delaying or reversing the signs of aging
- Become familiar with the basics of neurotoxins and the structural/functional differences between the different options.
- Become familiar with the basics of dermal fillers and the structural/functional differences between them
- Determine the proper indications for neurotoxins and dermal fillers on various areas of the face
- Learn how to study, mark the face, and choose injection points for common injection treatments
- Learn how to prepare neurotoxins
- Identify and implement techniques for preparing the patient and managing pain related to the injection
- Take part in hands-on training with 30 units of tox and/or 90 units of Dysport. Additional units available for purchase for training at a discounted rate
- Take part in hands-on training with one syringe of filler and/or Juvederm filler. Additional syringes are available for purchase
Cost: $3,500
Advanced
Advanced Course: The 20 hour advanced course is recommended for practitioners who may have some basic knowledge or experience in aesthetic injections. The curriculum is as follows:
- Discuss how to manage difficult patients or patients with unrealistic expectations
- Learn how to treat complex facial anatomy in patients with pre-existing asymmetry as well as higher risk patients
- Learn about the indications, uses, and proper techniques for injecting non-dissolvable fillers such as Sculptra
- Identify when to use a cannula or needle for injections and learn the proper technique for each
- Gain knowledge and experience in advanced neurotoxin injections such as masseters, hyperhidrosis treatment, platysmal bands (Nefertiti lift), shoulder feminization, jaw slimming, gummy smile treatment, and headache/migraine treatment
- Gain knowledge and experience in advanced dermal filler injections such as chin augmentation, jawline enhancement, temples, advanced lip filler techniques, etc.
- Learn to manage the side effects of neurotoxins and dermal fillers
- Learn about the business aspect of becoming an injector, how to produce revenue with minimal overhead costs, and how to take the road to success
- Participate in hands-on training with 30 units of tox and/or 60 units of Dysport. Additional units are available to purchase during training at a discounted rate
- Participate in hands-on training with one syringe of filler and/or Juvederm filler. Additional syringes available for purchase
Cost: $7,000
Exam & Certification
Both the beginner and advanced courses come with the opportunity to take an exam and become certified in tox and filler injections. The exam contains both a written and oral section and can be taken directly after the course. AACM is one of the only programs that offers both tox training for physician assistants Seattle and certification.
About Our Instructors
The instructors at AACM are physicians who have years of aesthetic injection experience. They also continue to actively work in the aesthetic medicine field. Coming from a variety of backgrounds and experiences, our instructors can help physician assistants reach their full potential in the aesthetic medicine field. Visit our faculty page to learn more about our instructors.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Much Hands-On Training Will I Get?
Each course offers a hands-on part of the course which can take a varying amount of time based on factors of the particular course. However, students will get to inject both a neuromodulator such as tox and dermal fillers. They can also purchase additional syringes beyond what is provided.
How Much Product Will I Have To Use During The Training?
Each student receives one syringe of dermal filler and 30 units of tox (or 90 units of Dysport).
Are There Additional Costs?
AACM offers their courses to providers around the country and world. Thus, travel costs may be associated with the overall cost depending on the student’s locale. Students can also purchase additional product during the course, but this is not necessary.
How Long Is The Course?
The beginner course is a total of around ten hours and the advanced course is around a total of 20 hours.
Can I Open An Aesthetic Practice After Taking This Course?
It depends on your state. Some students may be able to immediately go and open a practice, but others may not. Students should consult their state’s ordinances and laws concerning the duties of a physician assistant and what they are allowed to legally practice.
Where Is The Training?
Training will take place in a medical aesthetic clinic in the Seattle, Washington area.
Do I Need To Be A Resident Of Washington?
No, students do not need to be residents of Washington. However, they will need to obtain a temporary license in order to perform injections on live models. If this is not possible, AACM does offer silicone models for hands-on practice too.
What Can I Expect Upon Finishing My Course?
Students can expect to have a better understanding of facial anatomy, how tox and fillers work, common procedures performed, and the basics for administering injections. While the course will not teach every single possible treatment, it provides students with the right foundation to begin their careers.
Are Models Provided?
Yes, though, students are welcome to bring their own as well.
Physician Assistant Training Seattle, WA
As a premier course for tox training for physician assistants Seattle, AACM’s instructors provide both traditional instruction, demonstration, and the opportunity to gain hands-on experience all included in the cost of each course. With healthcare burnout becoming an increasingly worrying issue, healthcare professionals need more options to diversify their skills and career. While physician assistants make a positive impact regardless of their path, aesthetic medicine allows them to see it in real time and curate relationships with their patients that are often fulfilling.
AACM aims to help support students through their entire career, including additional training and knowledge. Our instructors also support community-building locally to help Washington State physician assistants enter into the aesthetic medicine field.