In a field as competitive as aesthetic medicine, your knowledge and proficiency are pivotal to your success.
But it can be hard to gain the confidence of your patients and stay on top of new trends in this fast growing field.
That’s why the IAPAM created the Certified Aesthetic Provider™ (CAP) program. By getting certified, you will:
BONUS: For a limited time, you’ll also receive Introduction to PDO Threads and 3 additional CMEs for FREE! (value $595!)
The Certified Aesthetic Provider™ (CAP) program, available exclusively from the IAPAM, is the only annual certification in aesthetic medicine designed to help you easily grow & maintain the skills you need to succeed.
Sign up & complete training
Submit Aesthetic Provider Practice Log
Receive Certification
Providers must complete the following courses and assessments to earn their Certified Aesthetic Provider™ status and complete a review and the Aesthetic Provider Practice Log annually to maintain certification:
Courses are available as self-study online training and are updated regularly through the IAPAM Learning Lab.
Providers will have unlimited 24/7 access to all training modules included with the Certified Aesthetic Provider™ program so long as certification is maintained.
By certifying annually, providers also qualify for 30+ CMEs each year.
Individual certificates for each course will be emailed to you upon completion of your assessment. You can access your Certified Aesthetic Provider™ assessment and certificate upon submission of your Aesthetic Provider Practice Log.
What is the Aesthetic Provider Practice Log?
In order to obtain your certification from the IAPAM as an aesthetic provider each year, you are required to submit a log of 12 patient treatments to demonstrate you are actively treating a minimum number of patients each year. The practice log must include the patient's first name and last initial, date treated, brief description of the treatment and product used. Logs can be submitted upon completion of your online courses to gain access to your certification assessment.
The Certified Aesthetic Provider™ (CAP) program is open to:
Eligible providers may sponsor their support staff (such as RNs) for certification.
Support staff are not eligible for certification on their own. Certification does not give anyone the legal right to perform medical procedures. You should always check with your local governing body to ensure you are working within your scope of practice prior to registering for training.
Certification includes the following for up to 5 providers:
Value: $34,385! Save $31,391!
*Auto-renews at $2,494/yr. A one-time registration fee of $500 is due at sign-up for all new practices and is included in the quoted price
Certification includes the following for 1 provider:
Value: $7,170. Save $5,673!
*Auto-renews at $1,497/yr. A one-time registration fee of $500 is due at sign-up for all new applicants and is included in the quoted price.
Please note, payments are non-refundable. Payments are set to automatically renew each year unless cancelled by the provider. The provider may cancel their certification at any time and will maintain access to their training and certification materials for the remainder of their certification year.
BONUS: For a limited time, you’ll also receive Introduction to PDO Threads and 3 additional CMEs for FREE! (value $595!)
This program is perfect for licensed healthcare providers* looking to expand their skills to included advanced cosmetic injectable procedures.
This program is a perfect complement to add to your existing aesthetics services or to enhance your offerings when you open your aesthetics practice or medspa. By taking this certification, you’ll learn:
Learn more profitable non-invasive aesthetic procedures by completing the Aesthetic Medicine training course which includes:
Certification renews annually for $1,497. A one-time registration fee of $500 is applied at signup for all new applicants.
BONUS: For a limited time, you’ll also receive Introduction to PDO Threads and 3 additional CMEs for FREE! (value $595!)
"What I liked most is the way you give the theory and then how it is put into practice. I have a better and deeper knowledge for practice. I greatly appreciate the training!"
"It was a very user-friendly program. I had to start and stop many times over several days. It always took me back to where I'd left off."
"The anatomy videos were some of the best I've seen in the classes I've taken."
The Certified Aesthetic Provider™ program is open to licensed medical professionals with the following designations: MD/DO, DMD/DDS, NP, PA.
All other healthcare providers must be sponsored by their supervisor to access the certification. It is recommended you check with your local governing body to ensure you are working within your scope of practice prior to registering for training.
You will have unlimited access for 365 days with each certification renewal. Come back and review the information as much as you like – even after you’ve completed your training!
Training times vary depending on the person, but on average, each course can take you anywhere from 7-10 hours to complete.
Yes, upon the successful completion of each course you will be emailed your certificate.
After completing all 4 courses included in the certification and submitting your Cosmetic Injector Practice Log, you will become a Certified Aesthetic Provider™!
Courses are designed as self-study training modules that you can do at your own pace. They include a combination of text lectures, detailed videos and comprehensive downloadable content.
Yes, the following courses are eligible for up to 8 CMEs each: Introduction to Cosmetic Injectables, Advanced Cosmetic Injectables, Introduction to PRP for Aesthetics.
By completing your certification each year, you can earn 30+ CMEs!
While a formal practicum is not required to become a Certified Aesthetic Provider™, you are required to submit evidence that you have completed a minimum of 12 patient treatments with cosmetic injectables each year to keep up your certification.
You must submit your Cosmetic Injector Practice Log noting the patient’s first name and last initial, date of treatment, type of cosmetic injectable used and brief description of the treatment.
Any registration, training or renewal fees are non-refundable once paid. You may cancel your renewal at any time.
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*The Certified Aesthetic Provider™ Program is offered only by the IAPAM. Upon completion of all 4 courses and submission of your Cosmetic Injector Practice Log including the first name and last initial, date and treatment for 12 patients, you will be emailed your Certified Aesthetic Provider™ certificate. This certification is renewable annually thereafter to show you are up to date with the latest in cosmetic injection procedures and non-invasive aesthetic treatments.
The AAFP has reviewed Aesthetic Lasers & Body Contouring for Healthcare Providers and deemed it acceptable for up to 5.00 Enduring Materials, Self-Study AAFP Prescribed credit(s). Term of Approval is from 06/01/2024 to 05/31/2025. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAFP Prescribed credit is accepted by the American Medical Association as equivalent to AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)™ toward the AMA Physician’s Recognition Award. When applying for the AMA PRA, Prescribed credit earned must be reported as Prescribed, not as Category 1.
AAFP Prescribed credit is accepted by the American Medical Association as equivalent to AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)™ toward the AMA Physician’s Recognition Award. When applying for the AMA PRA, Prescribed credit earned must be reported as Prescribed, not as Category 1.
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