In the United States, 73.6% of adults are classified as overweight or obese, a statistic that underscores the urgent need for effective weight management solutions.
This alarming trend not only impacts individual health but also places a significant burden on the healthcare system.
As a healthcare provider, you play a crucial role in guiding patients through the complex landscape of weight loss.
With the internet flooded with misinformation and fad diets, your expertise becomes invaluable. By offering a medically-supervised weight loss program, you provide patients with a trusted, science-based approach to achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.
Addressing weight issues proactively can have far-reaching effects on patients’ health. By helping patients lose weight now, you’re potentially preventing or managing a host of related conditions, including:
To make your weight loss program even more accessible, consider incorporating telehealth sessions. This approach allows patients to receive ongoing support and guidance from the comfort of their homes, increasing engagement and improving long-term success rates.
By implementing a comprehensive, medically-supervised weight loss program, you’re not just helping patients shed pounds – you’re empowering them to lead healthier, happier lives while positioning your practice at the forefront of modern healthcare.
Comprehensive training in all the latest in medical weight management including GLP-1 inhibitors/semaglutide/tirzepatide and other FDA-approved drug therapies for medical providers who want to be certified in medical weight management in this quickly changing landscape of medically-supervised weight loss.
IAPAM has empowered thousands of healthcare professionals to expand their skillsets, build profitable practices, and confidently deliver in-demand treatments like GLP-1 agonists for weight loss. Join the IAPAM community and take the next step toward a successful, rewarding switch to medically-supervised weight loss.
The Certified Medical Weight Management Provider™ (CWMP) program empowers medical providers to confidently offer effective, medically-supervised weight management services. This certification provides a comprehensive foundation in weight loss science and patient-centered care, enabling you to address the rising demand for safe and sustainable weight management in clinical practice. Developed by leading experts, the CWMP Certification focuses on proven methods and FDA-approved treatments, equipping you with the skills to guide patients on their weight loss journeys.
Courses and Skills Covered in the CWMP Certification:
Equip yourself with the knowledge to help patients achieve sustainable weight loss while building a profitable service line within your practice. Join the CWMP Certification to deliver high-quality care, meet patient demand, and establish your expertise in medical weight management.
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With an IAPAM certification, you’re not just expanding your skills; you’re building a thriving practice, elevating patient care, and distinguishing yourself as a trusted leader in aesthetic medicine and weight management.
Take your career to the next level with certification that truly matters.
Choosing IAPAM means joining a trusted, experienced organization that prioritizes quality education, ethical practice, and ongoing support for healthcare professionals.
With over 18 years of expertise, IAPAM is a leader in aesthetic medicine and medical weight management training, offering programs designed to set you up for long-term success. Here’s what makes the IAPAM experience unique:
IAPAM offers two primary certifications: Certified Aesthetic Provider™ (CAP) for aesthetic procedures like Botox and dermal fillers, facial rejuvenation treatments and more; and Certified Medical Weight Management Provider™ (CWMP) for medically-supervised weight loss programs including comprehensive training in GLP-1 inhibitors/semaglutide/tirzepatide. For providers who want to take a smaller step, the IAPAM also offers a Cosmetic Injector Certification.
Our certification programs are open to licensed healthcare providers, including physicians, nurse practitioners (and CRNA/APRN), physician assistants, dentists and other qualified medical practitioners who want to expand their services in aesthetic medicine and medical weight management.
Please check with your local governing board to confirm you are working within your scope of practice prior to registering for training.
IAPAM offers both online and in-person training options. Online courses are self-paced and presented as a combination of readings, videos and other downloadable training content. Some online courses and training bundles may be eligible to be credited toward in-person tuition for hands-on training. In-person sessions are conducted in real medical settings, such as medical spas and dermatology practices, where you’ll receive practical, hands-on experience.
Certification completion times vary by program and individual pace. On average, each online course within your chosen certification takes between 8-10 hours to complete. Hands-on training is conducted at the Aesthetic Medicine Symposium with 2, 3 or 4-day training packages available. Once training is complete, certification is granted after a final assessment.
For the Certified Aesthetic Provider (CAP) hands-on training is highly recommended to ensure safe, effective practice. Online modules provide a strong foundation, but in-person training offers practical application and expert guidance. In addition, the CAP program requires that you submit an Aesthetic Provider Practice Log each year to achieve and maintain certification.
Absolutely! IAPAM offers ongoing support, including practice management resources, access to ongoing education, and staff training materials. As a member, you’ll also join a network of professionals dedicated to excellence in aesthetic medicine and medical weight management. Membership is included with your certification and ongoing support is available for all certified members who maintain their training and certification.
While each certification covers a full scope of skills and knowledge, certain courses may be available individually. Contact us for specific options if you’re interested in a particular area of training.
When it comes to choosing a medically-supervised weight loss training program or certification, it can be difficult to know where to start.
There are so many different programs available, and not all of them work.
How do you know what to look for in a weight loss training program and what to stay away from?
In this blog post, we will discuss the key factors you should consider when making your decision.
Once you have a better understanding of what you hope to achieve, you can start narrowing down your options.
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There are many other factors that will go into choosing the right weight loss training program for you and your practice.
But if you take these six tips into consideration, you can help narrow down the options so that they’ll fit within your budget and meet any additional requirements such as time commitment or other personal factors.
Remember, choosing a medically-supervised weight loss training program isn’t just about finding something that works for your patients; it’s also about making sure you can sustain the program yourself!
So make sure whatever program you choose has all three of these important factors: it’s easy-to-implement, it provides support for your practice, and it really works for your patients!
Get trained in medical weight management from industry professionals at the Aesthetic Medicine Symposium.
Talk with a program advisor to discuss your hands-on or online training options for Botox®, Aesthetic Medicine and Medical Weight Management (GLP-1 inhibitors, semaglutide, tirzepatide and more).
The IAPAM has been helping physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants make more & work less with AMA PRA CAT 1 CME certification & training in Botox®, Aesthetic Medicine and Medical Weight Management since 2006.
Choose from online or hands-on training today!
