When a Registered Nurse decides to become a cosmetic injector, the most crucial thing to consider is the cosmetic injectables course itself. While this may be obvious, what needs to be evaluated when making your decision may not be as obvious. Does the course offer practical, hands-on experience? What is covered in the course – what are the training or learning outcomes? In other words, what will you actually learn? Do they supply models? Who are the instructors?
Before enrolling in a course, read client testimonials from paying students. These will give a good indication as to what outcomes have been achieved and how students feel about the course. A comprehensive review will inform the reader on things like content taught, the quality of educators, and how successful the student was in gaining employment in their chosen field. Likewise, if their website has testimonials from clients who pay to be a model, read these as their experiences within the college walls are a good indication of culture and professionalism.
Adult education is a specific area of training and assessment that differs significantly from school-based education. Adults are generally attending a course because they are motivated to be there intrinsically – no external force is demanding they attend and pass. Another way adult education differs is the detailing of training outcomes: what you will learn, accomplish or otherwise be able to do when you finish the module or course. Training outcomes are sentences that start with a verb, for example, “assess facial structure and determine the most appropriate course of treatment”. An excellent way of separating a good course from a great course is by their learning outcomes. Do they have them? What are they? Are they aligned with your goals? For example, if your aim is to be an expert in dermal fillers, training outcomes will allow you to select the course most appropriate to your needs. As you study, refer to the training outcomes and monitor your learning. Keep notes in line with the outcomes. When the course is complete, these same outcomes are used to refresh your knowledge and ensure your goals were met. This will enable you to honestly complete the course evaluation form and provide constructive criticism or genuine compliments. A professional college will appreciate the feedback and act on it.
A cosmetic injectables course should educate students on the legislation appropriate to their state of practice. Depending on where you are located, how your workplace operates can differ in areas such as purchasing and storage of cosmetic injectables, who can prescribe them, and how. The theoretical component should cover these aspects in detail. Ongoing support once you finish the course is also recommended.
The actual content can differ depending on what course is being studied. An introductory course should start with the basics, assuming nursing knowledge but little cosmetic knowledge. Each course offered by the college should build on the last, creating a comprehensive library of skills and knowledge in your chosen field. Some courses offer business skills, and this is an excellent addition if opening your own clinic is something in your future. Refer to the training outcomes and ensure the course covers your requirements.
Cosmetic injectables are a booming industry. Since COVID-19, the demand for professional cosmetic nurses has only increased. So too is the sheer number of colleges offering cosmetic injectables courses. High on the list of criteria to look for when choosing a college is the opportunity to practice on live models; these are people who pay to receive cosmetic injectables, knowing they are assisting a student with their education. A course with mandatory hands-on training will mean students must prove themselves competent and capable of injecting clients before they graduate. While this is excellent for the student, it is also essential for the industry to prevent practitioners from practising if they are not adequately trained. The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) regulates and is currently actively targeting this in the cosmetics field. By learning on a live model, you will be able to visualise the landmarks and be guided with injection techniques; this means you will finish the course confident in your abilities to see real clients in a clinic setting.
When choosing a college to deliver your cosmetic injectables course, consider what is most important to you. Do the college’s training outcomes align with your needs? Do they offer live models, ongoing support and education specific to your location? Ensure all your questions are answered before booking your course to guarantee satisfaction and money well spent.
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