Sculptra® Core of Knowledge
Seven modules of online theory and a half-day in-person practical. Built to teach why Sculptra® works, not just how to inject it.
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Trained to know why, not just how.
Sculptra® Core of Knowledge takes you from facial anatomy and skin biology through to treatment planning, safety and patient communication. Every protocol is taught with the science behind it, so your clinical decisions rest on understanding rather than routine.
The online theory is self-paced, with lifetime access. It is completed with a half-day in-person practical at MicosmeticsUK, our CQC-regulated training clinic in Ongar, Essex.
Clinicians
Medical professionals building or refining a Sculptra® practice.
Aesthetic Professionals
Practitioners who want a deeper grounding in anatomy, product science and safety.
Seven modules. Biology to business.
Module 1 is free to preview. Open any module to see its lessons.
01The Foundation
- Facial Anatomy by Layers
- Anatomy of the Temple
- Anatomy of Ageing
- Understanding the Facial Line of Ligaments
- Understanding Collagen: The Science of Neocollagenesis
- What is Elastin
- The Body's Relationship with Vitamin C and Oestrogen
02Sculptra® Fundamentals
- What is a Regenerative Biostimulator?
- What is Sculptra®
- History of Sculptra®
- Why and How Sculptra® Works
- Contraindications
- Complication Management for Sculptra®
- Rise in Consumer Interest in Collagen and Regenerative Medicine
- PLLA vs CaHA vs Hyaluronic Acid
- What is Dermal White Adipose Tissue (DWAT)?
- Pharmacology of Sculptra®
- Collagen Sculptra® Timeline
- Gene Pathway of Sculptra®
03Biology Meets Science
- Lack of Vitamin C and Oestrogen: Impact on Sculptra® Outcomes
- Role of Testosterone
- Timeline for Results
04Practical Application
- Patient Consultation
- Treatment Planning
- Managing Patient Expectations
- Reconstitution
- Depth of Injection
- Needle vs Cannula
- Maintenance Dosing
- Male vs Female Treatment Planning
05Safety and Risk Management
- The Rise of GLP-1 Patients
- In-Treatment Risks and Complications
- Sculptra® vs Autoimmune Diseases
- Post-Treatment Aftercare Advice
- In-Clinic Safe Set-Up and Equipment
06Business and Communication
- Managing Expectations
- Legal Considerations for UK Practitioners
- Consent Process
- Explaining Sculptra® to Your Patients
- Handling the "Why Multiple Sessions" Conversation
- Before and After Photography
- Pricing, Packages and Service Integration
07Summative Assessment
- Final assessment covering the full online curriculum
Theory online. Practical in clinic.
Both parts are required to complete the course and receive your CPD certificate.
Study online
Work through Modules 1 to 6 at your own pace. Most learners finish in around three months, and access never expires.
Pass the assessment
Module 7 is a summative assessment covering the full online curriculum.
Attend the practical
A half-day in-person session at MicosmeticsUK in Ongar, Essex, a CQC-regulated clinic. Dates are arranged with you directly after enrolment.
One price for the complete course.
- All seven online modules, with lifetime access
- Half-day in-person practical training
- Summative assessment
- CPD certificate on completing both parts
Taught by a prescriber who has used Sculptra® for over ten years.
Independent Nurse Prescriber · Founder, TRAIN:AESTHETICS and MicosmeticsUK
Mary qualified in Adult Nursing in 2013 and moved into aesthetics in 2016. She completed the V300 Non-Medical Prescriber's Course and has held Save Face accreditation since 2018. Her clinic, MicosmeticsUK, operates under CQC regulation.
She is a member of the GAIN Faculty, Galderma's invite-only network of trained aesthetic injectors and educators, and completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Dermatology in 2026.
Before you enrol.
Can I try the course before paying?
Yes. Module 1, The Foundation, is free. Sign up with your email and you can work through all seven lessons and see the full course outline.
What does the £1,100 include?
All seven online modules with lifetime access, the summative assessment, and a half-day in-person practical at MicosmeticsUK in Ongar, Essex.
How long does it take?
The online theory is self-paced. Most learners complete it in around three months.
How do I book the practical?
Once you enrol, the academy will contact you to arrange your practical date. You can also call 01277 363890 or email [email protected].
Is the course CPD certified?
Yes. You receive the Sculptra® Core of Knowledge CPD certificate once you have completed both the online theory, including the summative assessment, and the in-person practical.
Does this course qualify me to prescribe or administer Sculptra®?
No. Administration of Sculptra® remains restricted to appropriately qualified professionals. This course builds the knowledge that underpins safe practice.
Start with Module 1. It's free.
See how the course is taught before you commit. Upgrade to the full course whenever you are ready.
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