Relevance and Outcomes:
Who Is this module for?
This module is designed for:
- Registered nurses who want to specialise in dermatology and cosmetic skin treatments
- Nurses working in aesthetics who want to build a structured clinical foundation in skin science
- Nurses transitioning into aesthetic medicine who need formal, evidence-based dermatological training before advancing to injectables
- Healthcare professionals seeking to expand their scope of practice into skin health, skin ageing, and cosmetic dermatology
Why this module matters
Many practitioners learn treatments step-by-step without fully understanding how the skin works beneath the surface.
This often leads to:
- Reactive treatment planning
- Over-reliance on trends or brands
- Inconsistent results
- Reduced patient trust
Outstanding results are built on one thing:
A deep understanding of skin anatomy, physiology, inflammation, pigmentation, immunology and ingredient science.
This module creates the scientific framework required to:
- Improve both results and reputation
- Assess skin correctly
- Choose the right treatment for the right patient
- Combine modalities safely
What you’ll learn
You will develop structured competence in:
- Understanding skin anatomy, physiology and pathology
- Identifying skin types and conditions with greater precision
- Recognising inflammatory and pigment-related mechanisms
- Selecting products and treatment strategies based on scientific rationale
- Planning treatments beyond trends and marketing influence
- Communicating clearly and professionally with clients
After completing this module, you will be able to:
- Perform more structured skin consultations
- Choose treatments based on science, not trends
- Reduce treatment mistakes and improve predictability
- Increase patient trust and long-term loyalty
- Combine skincare, regenerative treatments and advanced procedures more effectively
- Strengthen your professional positioning and earning potential
Practitioners who work from structured skin understanding experience higher treatment acceptance and stronger professional credibility.
Schedule for next Hands-on-Training
Structure, Certification & Hands-on-Training:
What courses does this module include
This module consists of the following courses:
- Anatomy and Physiology of the Skin
- Beneath the Surface – The Anatomy of Skin Aging
- The Science of Skin & Hair Health – From Risk to Renewal
- Inflammatory Skin Disorders
- Classification of Skin Types and Conditions
- The Skin’s Defense – Immunology in Aesthetic Medicine
- Cosmetic Chemistry and Advanced Treatment Techniques
- From Roots to Renewal – The Hair Loss Course
- Beneath the Surface – The Architecture of Facial Aging
- The Hormonal Skin – How Hormones and the Microbiome Shape Skin Health Through Life
- From Consultation to Skin Analysis – The Foundation for Safe and Effective Skin Treatments
- The Science of Regenerative Skin Treatments – From Microneedling to Mesotherapy
- Shades of Change – The Science of Skin Pigmentation
Hands-on Training
Hands-on training includes 9 full practice days:
- Classic facial treatment
- Chemical peel
- Microneedling
Structure of each day:
- Focused theory session
- Demonstrations
- Multiple real patient models
- Direct supervision by experienced NAA educators
- Individual feedback
- Consultation and documentation review
Important:
- Hands-on training is not available as a standalone course.
- Hands-on training can only be booked after passing the online theory.
Certification
Online theory:
- Certificate and Diploma
Hands-on training:
- Certificate and Diploma
Why choose this module instead of individual courses
- Structured progression instead of isolated knowledge
- Access to theory before, during and after hands-on
- Live group sessions and 1:1 academic support
- Practical training connected directly to the online curriculum
- Long-term access and ongoing support
- Pathway toward Full Diploma
This is not just a course bundle.
It is a complete educational structure designed to build long-term professional competence.
What happens after you purchase the module?
- Immediate access to all online lectures
- Support from our team
- More than 30 structured lectures
- Multiple choice assessments in each included course
- Access to live group meetings
- 1:1 digital meeting with academic instructor
- Downloadable resources
- Case review opportunities
- You study at your own pace.
FAQ – Common Questions
Can I take this without medical authorization?
Regarding certification, Nordic Aesthetics Academy (NAA) provides international education and is a private academy that independently certifies its students.
All students who participate in NAA courses or educational programs are personally responsible for verifying the laws, regulations, licensing requirements, and scope of practice that apply in the country where they intend to practice using their certification from Nordic Aesthetics Academy.
Regulations and professional requirements vary significantly between countries. Therefore, each student is solely responsible for ensuring that they possess the appropriate professional background, meet all local legal and regulatory requirements, and are permitted to use their certification from Nordic Aesthetics Academy as recognized evidence of training and competence within their country of practice.
Do I need prior experience?
No prior medical license is required. However, this module is particularly well suited for registered nurses and other licensed healthcare professionals who want to build structured competence in cosmetic dermatology. Upon successful completion, non-licensed participants qualify as certified Skin Therapists through NAA.
Can I upgrade to hands-on later?
Yes. Upgrade is available after passing the online theory.
What specific treatments am I certified to perform — and which am I NOT certified to perform?
If you complete the online theory only, you receive a digital certificate confirming that you have successfully completed the theoretical components of the module. This verifies knowledge competence but does not confirm practical proficiency.
If you complete the hands-on training and receive the diploma, NAA certifies that you have demonstrated supervised clinical competence in the following treatments:
- Classic facial treatment
- Chemical peel
- Microneedling
- Mesotherapy
Certification applies strictly to the treatments included in this module. It does not extend to injectables, laser treatments, or other medical procedures unless separately completed.
If I am not already a licensed healthcare professional, what professional title will I hold after completing the module?
Upon successful completion of the full module (including hands-on), you qualify as a certified Skin Therapist through Nordic Aesthetics Academy.
Healthcare professionals who complete the module add structured dermatological competence to their existing license.
What happens if I fail the online assessments?
Each included course contains multiple-choice assessments.
If you do not pass on the first attempt, you may retake the test.
The questions vary between attempts, but the required knowledge standard remains the same. The purpose is mastery — not gatekeeping.
The structure ensures that you genuinely understand the material before progressing to hands-on training.
What is the exact structure of hands-on training — how much practice do I personally get?
Hands-on training consists of five full practical days (approximately 6–7 hours per day).
Each day focuses on one treatment theme and includes:
- Focused morning theory session
- Demonstration by experienced NAA instructors
- Supervised treatment practice on a minimum of three real patient models per participant
- Individual feedback and consultation review
- Access to all necessary equipment and materials
- Lunch and full-day structured program
Training takes place in carefully selected clinical facilities and is designed to maximize individual attention and quality of learning.
Professional follow-up is provided after training.
How many participants are there per hands-on training day?
Groups are intentionally kept small, typically between 4–10 participants depending on the treatment theme.
This ensures close supervision, individual feedback, and a structured learning environment.
Where is the hands-on training held, and do I need to travel internationally?
Hands-on training is held in selected countries and clinical locations organized by NAA.
Participants receive full location details before confirming enrolment. NAA also collaborates with selected partners to provide accommodation recommendations and practical travel guidance.
What happens if I buy online theory only and later want to upgrade to hands-on?
You may upgrade at any time after completing and passing the online theory.
If purchased separately, hands-on training costs 15 000 kr. When purchased together with the module initially, hands-on is included for 10 000 kr.
Upgrades can be arranged directly via the website or by contacting info@na.academy.se.
How long do I have access to the online material?
You receive long-term access to the online learning platform, including:
- All video lectures
- Downloadable resources
- Live group meetings
- Ongoing updates
This allows you to revisit and refresh your knowledge whenever needed.
Are live sessions mandatory?
No.
Live group sessions, 1:1 academic meetings, and hands-on training are additional opportunities included in the program but are not mandatory for theoretical completion.
What kind of support do I receive after completing the module?
As a participant, you receive:
- Access to 1:1 academic meeting
- Ongoing live group sessions
- Community access
- Case review opportunities
- Continued support as part of the NAA network
Support remains available beyond completion.
Will this module help me attract more clients or increase revenue — and how?
Yes.
A deeper understanding of skin biology, inflammation, pigmentation, hormonal influences, and product science enables you to:
- Perform more structured consultations
- Increase treatment acceptance rates
- Offer combination treatments strategically
- Select products based on mechanism rather than trend
- Improve long-term client loyalty
- Increase average treatment value per client
- Strengthen professional positioning and credibility
Practitioners who master skin assessment often see improved outcomes, stronger patient trust, and higher long-term profitability.
“Because better knowledge of skin biology leads to better product selection and more individualized treatment decisions.”
