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Celebrating 20 Years of Excellence in Botox®, Aesthetic Medicine & Medical Weight Management Training & Certification

GLP-1 for Weight Loss

Master Evidence-Based GLP-1 Prescribing in Just 3 Hours

The complete clinical toolkit for confidently integrating medical weight management into your practice. Trusted by over 15,000 physicians.

3.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

20+ Years

Training Excellence

15,000+

Physicians Trained

Accredited

AMA PRA Category 1

The Demand for Medical Weight Management Is Exploding

With over 70% of US adults being overweight or facing obesity and the rise of breakthrough GLP-1 agonists, patients are actively seeking trusted medical providers for weight management guidance. Integrating this service is no longer just an option—it’s a clinical and financial necessity for the modern practice.

But Prescribing with Confidence is Complex

Navigating patient selection, dosing protocols, side-effect management, and the nuances between different GLP-1 medications can be overwhelming. How do you ensure you are providing safe, effective, and evidence-based care without spending months trying to piece it all together?

Your Complete Clinical Toolkit

This isn’t just another lecture series. The GLP-1 Essentials Toolkit provides everything you need to start prescribing safely and effectively from day one.

Comprehensive Course Content

Concise, CME-accredited modules covering the core principles of GLP-1 prescribing.

Dosing Protocols

Step-by-step instructions for initiating, titrating, and switching between Semaglutide and Tirzepatide.

Patient Selection Checklist

Ensure patient safety with a clear, evidence-based guide for identifying ideal candidates.

Side-Effect Management Content

A practical playbook for preventing and managing common adverse effects.

Patient Intake Templates

Streamline your practice with comprehensive medical history and patient intake forms designed for weight management.

Certificate of Completion

Receive an official IAPAM certificate upon completion to display your new competency in GLP-1 prescribing.

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A Curriculum Designed for Clinical Excellence

Our faculty of expert physicians has distilled 20+ years of medical weight management experience into five core modules.

1.Describe the Pharmacology and Mechanism of Action

2. Implement Evidence-Based Patient Selection

3. Apply Evidence-Based Dosing and Titration Protocols

4. Proactively Manage Side Effects and Patient Expectations

5. Pathway to Full Certification: Apply credits towards the comprehensive CWMP program

Who Should Enroll?

Navigating patient selection, dosing protocols, side-effect management, and the nuances between different GLP-1 medications can be overwhelming. How do you ensure you are providing safe, effective, and evidence-based care without spending months trying to piece it all together?

I appreciated the completeness of the explanations of the treatments.

The course was easy to navigate and provided great resources. I was able to complete it on my own time.

Content is pertinent and all-encompassing for opening a medical weight management practice. Thank you!

Trusted by Your Peers. Validated by Results.

Meet Your Expert Faculty

Developed and reviewed by IAPAM’s faculty of leading physicians with 200+ combined years of clinical experience.

Our faculty consists of board-certified physicians, dermatologists, and industry experts with decades of combined experience in medical weight management and aesthetics.

They are dedicated to providing the most current, evidence-based clinical education available, ensuring you receive training that is both practical and scientifically rigorous.

Become a Leader in Medical Weight Management

Get one-year unlimited access to the complete GLP-1 Essentials Clinical Toolkit.

$395

AAFP CMEs
Certified Medical Weight Management Provider™ (CWMP) Logo

Become a Leader in Medical Weight Management

Get one-year unlimited access to the complete GLP-1 Essentials Clinical Toolkit.

$395

AAFP CMEs
Certified Medical Weight Management Provider™ (CWMP) Logo
AAFP CMEs
Certified Medical Weight Management Provider™ (CWMP) Logo

FAQ

How long do I have access to the course materials?
You have access to your course and any related materials for 1-year from your signup date.
You must be a licensed healthcare professional (MD, DO, NP, PA, RN, etc.). There are no other prerequisites.
Upon successful completion, you will receive 3.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
This course is the perfect starting point. You can upgrade to our comprehensive Certified Medical Weight Management Provider™ program or attend our hands-on live training events to further advance your expertise.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

This GLP-1 Essentials for Weight Loss Certificate is just the beginning of your medical weight management journey. Once you complete this module, you’ll have the option to continue with our comprehensive certification program. 

The AAFP has reviewed Cosmetic Injectables for Healthcare Providers and deemed it acceptable for up to 8.00 Enduring Materials, Self-Study AAFP Prescribed credit(s). Term of Approval is from 09/01/2025 to 08/31/2026. 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.

** Please note, taking this training doesn’t give you the legal right to perform medical procedures, please contact your local governing body to ensure you are working within your scope of practice.

Disclaimer:

No information or opinion contained herein is intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice relative to your specific medical condition. No intent to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease is implied or intended. You should always speak with a health care professional before taking or using any dietary, nutritional, weight loss, herbal supplement or any other product. We strongly urge you to visit your doctor and discuss your health needs before beginning any diet or exercise program. Proceed at your own risk. We make no claims about specific products and any information contained herein is personal opinion only and should not be construed as medical advice in any way. The information contained on this document is provided for information and entertainment purposes only. 


Disclaimer of Endorsement:

The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) offers an online training program for individuals interested in learning about aesthetic and medical weight management procedures. However, please note that the IAPAM does not endorse any specific product or service mentioned in the training program.

Additionally, completion of the IAPAM training program does not constitute endorsement of an individual’s skills or abilities in performing aesthetic procedures. The IAPAM does not guarantee the competency or proficiency of any individual who has taken our course, in addition to any other “certification or certificates” we offer, including the CAP (Certified Aesthetics Provider) program.

While the IAPAM strives to provide accurate and up-to-date information in our training program, we cannot guarantee that the information is completely error-free or that it will meet your specific needs. Participants have an implied responsibility to use the newly acquired information to enhance patient outcomes and their own professional development. The information presented in this course is not meant to serve as a guideline for patient management. Any procedures, medications, or other courses of diagnosis or treatment discussed in this activity should not be used by healthcare providers without evaluation of patient conditions and possible contraindications on dangers in use, review of any applicable manufacturer’s product information, and comparison with recommendations of other authorities.

The course may contain discussion of published and/or investigational uses of agents that are not indicated by the FDA. The IAPAM does not recommend the use of any agent outside of the labeled indications. The opinions expressed in the educational activity are those of the faculty and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization associated with this activity. Please refer to the official prescribing information for each product for discussion of approved indications, contraindications and warnings. Prescription information and use of medical devices should be undertaken only after confirmation of information by consulting the FDA-approved uses and information.

We reserve the right to modify our courses at any time without notice. Further, we reserve the right to limit the courses we offer or the number of people who may register for any course at any one time. Therefore, we cannot guarantee that any course you may be interested in will be available to you at any particular time.

We also cannot guarantee 100% availability of our website or any course offered on our website. In addition, we cannot guarantee availability of an internet connection at all times.

Therefore, the IAPAM disclaims any and all warranties, express or implied, regarding the content and information presented in our online training program, as well as any outcome resulting from the use of this information. The IAPAM shall not be held liable for any damages, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to the use of our training program.

By accessing and using our training program, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this disclaimer of endorsement and accept all risks associated with the use of the information presented in our training program.

Terms of Certification: 

Please click here to review our terms of certification in detail on our Terms & Conditions page.

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