Aesthetic Training Courses for ODPs
Become a Cosmetic Injector with our industry-leading Botox and dermal filler training courses.
Award-Winning Botox & Filler Training Courses For ODPs
ODPs, are you tired of working long, unsociable hours in the NHS and not being rewarded with the salary you deserve? Did you know that by training in facial aesthetics, you could not only double your current income but also make a positive difference in the lives of your patients? If yes, read on to discover how we can transform you into a practice-ready, holistically certified cosmetic injector.
Derma Institute specialises in Botox & Dermal Fillers Training Courses for Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs). Our practical and online training programmes will guide your aesthetic career from beginner to expert. Our specialist doctors will teach you the latest techniques with hands-on training on live models to ensure you are confident and safe to practice.
After the course, you get ongoing access to training videos and course materials, alongside aftercare support from our team of aesthetic trainers.
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Why ODPs Should Train in Aesthetics
Higher Income
Aesthetic practice can be very lucrative, with earnings far exceeding the NHS pay scales.
Work/Life Balance
Improve your quality of life by working more sociable hours with happier patients.
Autonomy
As a cosmetic injector, you can choose your hours and control your career path.
Learn New Clinical Skills
Aesthetic medicine is forever evolving with new technologies and cutting-edge treatments available.
A Portfolio Career
Practice alongside your current NHS hours or reduce your shifts to allow more time for aesthetics.
Where Beauty Meets Science
Make positive changes to the lives of your patients as you develop your aesthetic eye.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Registered healthcare professionals (as listed on our who we train page) from around the world are welcome to register for the course. If you travel from abroad, we will ask for evidence of your registration when enrolling in the course. Every country will have different rules and regulations regarding aesthetic medicine, so we advise checking these before booking your course.
If you are a registered healthcare or medical professional listed under who we train, you can complete all our aesthetic training courses. Practising aesthetics in the early years of your career can help boost your income and pay back debts accumulated during your education.
Botulinum toxins are prescription-only and must be prescribed for the patient before they can be administered. Non-prescribers can buddy up with local prescribers or use a prescriber service. Non-prescribing healthcare professionals who complete the required training are permitted to administer Botox and dermal fillers without a prescriber present for the procedure.
During the training course, you are covered under Derma Institute’s cosmetic indemnity insurance, and you can inject live patients under our supervision. You can take out your cosmetic indemnity insurance policy upon completing the course. We provide details of reputable insurers to all delegates.
Demand for aesthetic treatments continues to grow sharply and many lucrative opportunities exist. Registered healthcare professionals are highly sought after by cosmetic clinics with opportunities to work full-time or part-time. We also provide advice on business and marketing for those ODPs wishing to open their aesthetic practice. You can work alongside your existing NHS career or transition full-time into aesthetics. Our team can offer lots of advice to help you get started.
We provide live cosmetic models for our training courses. We arrange all models to ensure you get lots of hands-on practical experience with real-life patients. If you have a friend or family member interested in having treatments during the training day, please let our team know, and we can help them book in as a model.
Yes, we offer ongoing aftercare support. After your aesthetic training course, you will be allocated a clinical mentor to contact for advice. You will also have ongoing access to our training presentations and step-by-step treatment videos. Our mentoring correspondence list will provide communication regarding new guidance, protocols, and aesthetic regulations. We also offer refresher, 121, and online training to further your skills and experience.


