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Botox Training Chicago with Dermal Filler Certification

PracticalCME offers CME-accredited Botox, filler, PRP, and microneedling training in Chicago. Each course is MD-taught, limited to 5 participants, and includes Botox and filler products for supervised hands-on practice at no extra charge. Prepare with online modules at your own pace, then complete your certification in a small-group live hands-on class.

Chicago Botox Training Courses plus Dermal Filler Hands-On Courses

Since 2012, PracticalCME is the PREMIUM, Hands-On Class for Botox Injector Training in Chicago, Illinois, and the ONLY Botox and Filler Injection Training Provider that …

  • Only MD Instructors Teach Our Courses. Learn about your qualified, Illinois-licensed, MD Faculty who are teaching you below.CME Accredited Training by AMA Category 1, AANP and ANCC.
  • “Advanced Training” without the “Advanced” Course Tuition. Training includes neurotoxin areas like “Brow Lift”, Gummy Smile, Lip Corners (DAO), Chin Dimpling, Bunny Lines, Platysma Neck Bands, Jawline Slimming, and Facial Slimming.  Dermal Filler training includes lips with both border and lip body injections presented.
  • Our Certification is CME-Accredited. The prerequisite online training is backed by 7.25 hours of CME triple-accredited by ANCC (for Nurses), AANP (for Nurse Practitioners), and AMA Category 1 (for MDs, DOs, and PAs), plus 4.7 hours of Pharmacology credit (AANP and ANCC). Only accredited certification counts for license renewal and professional liability insurance audits.
  • Additional Live 4.5-Hour Small-Group Hands-On Certificate. Live hands-on training in Chicago typically runs 3 attendees per class with a maximum of 5, taught by one experienced MD instructor.  So you learn a real skill under the attention you deserve.
  • Downtown Chicago Location.  Convenient to all public transportation for providers in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Northern Indiana.
  • Learn Online Prior to the Live Date. This is the FAST TRACK™ Blended Online followed by Live Hands-On that we pioneered in 2012.  The entire Botox and Filler Training course is delivered to you at the time of registration. Watch at your own pace and finish your first certification before the live date.  Arrive at hands-on Prepared… not Scared.
  • No Sponsors, Ever! No vendors, exhibitors, proprietary products, memberships, or multi-level training scams.  Just complete, unbiased, evidence-based training.
  • 🏆2026 TOP PICK status awarded by aesthetic-training.com for their highest rated training programs.
  • Pay Over Time and 0% Financing Available.  Apply in checkout through our partner Affirm.

📍🗓️🛒Chicago Course Location, Dates, and Registration

 

🗓️Saturday June 20, 2026

⚠️ One 4-Procedure Seat Left

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🗓️Sunday June 21, 2026

🛑Sold Out

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🗓️Saturday August 29, 2026

⚠️ 3 Seats Left

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🗺️AC Hotel Chicago Downtown

Botox Training and Botox Certification Courses taught in small groups hands-on. Botox Injection Training taught by physicians.

Hands-On Class Times

🕗8 am-Noon Botox & Filler

📃SEE THE BOTOX & FILLER COURSE OUTLINE

🖥️ BOTOX & FILLER TRAINING COURSE VIDEO

Add on PRP and Microneedling the same day choosing the 4-Procedure items below.

🛒 💉Add on Additional Botox(R) and Juvederm for hands-on here (Registered participants only)

🖥️ All Courses Feature Blended Online + Live FAST TRACK Training
💉20u BTX-A and 1cc Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Filler Included for Hands-On
          Additional Hands-On Can Be Performed Upon Request
👨‍⚕️One-On-One MD Supervised Hands-On (Limit 5 per Class)
🎗️7.25 AMA, AANP, or ANCC CME/CEU Credit Hours, and 4+ ANCC, AANP Pharmacology Credits plus 4.5 Hour Hands-On Certificate.
Online Access for 2 Years and Free Updates 

STEP 1: Botulinum Toxins and Dermal Fillers in Aesthetic Medicine Online
Course Outline

  1. Introduction to Injectable Aesthetic Medicine

    • Overview of neuromodulator and dermal filler procedures, the post-graduate training landscape, and the provider vs. injector philosophy

  2. Facial Aging and Wrinkle Formation

    • Mechanisms of dynamic and static wrinkle development including muscle activity, dermal structural loss, and fat pad displacement

  3. Skin Anatomy and the Psychology of the Face

    • Layered skin structure relevant to injection depth, and the psychological and social impact of facial wrinkles on patient communication

  4. Botulinum Toxin Pharmacology and FDA-Approved Products

    • Mechanism of action, comparison of all six approved neuromodulator formulations, reconstitution, and safe product sourcing
      • Botox®
      • Dysport®
      • Xeomin®
      • Jeuveau®
      • Daxxify®
      • Letybo®

  5. Facial Musculature for Neuromodulator Treatment

    • Identification of upper and lower face muscles, wrinkle patterns, anatomical danger zones, and the basis for treatment design

  6. Patient Selection, Consent, and Pre-Treatment Assessment

    • Candidate criteria, contraindications, movement assessment, baseline photography, and recognition of pre-existing ptosis

  7. Neuromodulator Treatment Design: Five-Star Indications

    • Evidence-based dose selection and individualized treatment design for Glabellar Lines, Crow’s Feet, and Forehead Lines, including conservative dosing strategy and lowest effective dose principles

  8. Neuromodulator Treatment Design: Additional Indications

    • Lower face and neck applications, clinical candidacy criteria, and identifying when treatment should be declined based on risk-benefit and patient selection
    • Platysma Bands, Brow Lift, DAO Lip Corners, Upper Lip “Lip Flip”, Chin Dimpling, Gummy Smile, Bunny Lines, Facial Slimming.

  9. Injection Technique, Post-Treatment Care, and Complication Management

    • Technique principles, post-injection protocols, managing uneven results, bruising, lid ptosis, and early wear-off

  10. Dermal Filler Pharmacology, Product Selection, and Clinical Rationale

    • Overview of all FDA-approved dermal filler categories; evidence-based rationale for focusing clinical training on hyaluronic acid fillers based on superior safety profile, patient satisfaction, and reversibility compared to permanent and semi-permanent alternatives

  11. Filler Patient Selection, Consent, and Safety Principles

    • Candidate criteria, contraindications, vascular anatomy awareness, low-pressure injection technique, and aspiration considerations

  12. Filler Treatment Design:  FDA-Approved Linear Folds and Peri-Oral Applications

    • Treatment design for Nasolabial Folds, Marionette Lines, and lip augmentation with emphasis on conservative volume selection
    • Complete instruction on Lip Design (border and body injection), Ethnicity differences and intra-arterial injection prevention.  NO “ADVANCED” COURSE NEEDED.

  13. Filler Complication Recognition and Management

    • Early recognition of vascular occlusion and tissue ischemia, immediate management steps, and hyaluronidase use

  14. Practice Integration and Treatment Planning

    • Building a treatment plan that combines toxin and filler, managing patient expectations, and designing treatments that prioritize long-term patient retention over upselling

STEP 2: Small Group Hands-On Training (both sessions on the same date)

Botulinum Toxin A Training Hands-On Certification (LIVE Small Group in Chicago)

  • LIVE HANDS-ON INJECTION opportunity for qualified licensed attendees (RN, NP, PA, MD, DO, DDS)
    • Course Review and Q&A with our Experienced MD Faculty
    • Pre-select a friend or relative to be your hands-on patient based on your knowledge from the online materials already completed.
    • One-On-One Supervised hands-on with our faculty of that patient you provide.  From consent to treatment design, to injections to post-treatment instructions.
    • 20u BTX-A and all supplies are provided in your tuition.  Additional BTX-A hands-on can be performed upon request.

Chicago Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Filler Hands-On Certification (LIVE Small Group in Chicago)

  • LIVE HANDS-ON INJECTION opportunity for qualified licensed attendees (RN, NP, PA, MD, DO, DDS)
    • Course Review and Q&A with our Experienced MD Faculty
    • Pre-select a friend or relative to be your hands-on patient based on your knowledge from the online materials already completed.
    • One-On-One Supervised hands-on with our faculty on that patient you provide.  Up to 1cc Hyaluronic Acid Filler and all supplies are included in your tuition.  Additional HA Filler Hands-On can be performed upon request.
Evidence-based comparison between PracticalCME’s Chicago Botox & filler training
and typical local courses.
Item PracticalCME Botox Training Chicago Typical Botox Course in Chicago
Accreditation CME-accredited since 2008 for MD, DO, NP, PA, RN. Two certificates (online + live). 11.75 contact hours and 7.25 CME credits.

Often no CME credit or limited to dental accreditation only.

“Certification” must also be accredited for state boards and medmal insurance carriers.
Instructors Experienced practicing MD faculty (10+ years injection experience). Bios and credentials listed in advance. Instructors not listed for each date; may be non-physician or not licensed in Illinois.
Class Size

Maximum 6 participants for safe, personalized training.

Average of 1 hour per attendee on the hands-on date.

 8–20+ participants, to one trainer averaging 10 minutes hands-on per attendee.
Hands-On Guaranteed supervised injections on live patients with 20u toxin + 1cc filler included at no extra cost. May use mannequins or paid models.  Some charge extra for product.  Amount of hands-on is not guaranteed.

Your faculty in Chicago is gregory-p-zengo-medical-director-practicalcme Gregory Zengo, MD who has injected over 1.5 million units of Botox and has done Dermal Filler Injections for 22 years. He has been a medical director of 3 different medspas and has hired and worked with numerous NP’s and RN’s in aesthetics outside of PracticalCME.  As the lead medical director of PracticalCME since 2008, he remains in charge of CME accreditation and the online curriculum in addition to live hands-on at 5 sites. Finally, Dr. Zengo also authored the world’s first CME-accredited courses on PRP and Microneedling in 2014, and is the driving force behind ensuring all aesthetic training education remains current and relevant, always rooted in evidence-based science. 

Dr. Zengo is licensed in Illinois and 6 other states.

  • Botox CME, Dermal Filler CME on the same date. 
  • 11 CME credit Hours (6.5 online and 4.5 live hands-on session hours)

  • The AAFP has reviewed BTX-A and Dermal Fillers Basic and Advanced Training, and deemed it acceptable for AAFP credit. Term of approval is from 06/15/2025 to 06/14/2026. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Effective 6/1/26 the credit statement below will be active…..

ACCME Accredited with Commendation Logo
ANCC Accredited course

This Activity Consists of Two Distinct Components…

1. Botulinum Toxins and Dermal Fillers in Aesthetic Medicine … Streaming Online Course (7.25 CME/CEU Hours)

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Global Education Group (Global) and PracticalCME, LLC.  Global is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.  See the Full Accreditation Statement

Physicians: 7.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
PA’s: 7.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (Reciprocity with AAPA)
NP’s: AANP 7.25 contact hours (which includes 4.7 hours of pharmacology)
RN’s: ANCC 7.25 contact hours including 4.75 pharmacotherapeutic contact hours
Other providers will receive a 7.25 hour AMA Certificate for submission to your licensing board for equivalency credit.

2. Botulinum Toxins and Dermal Fillers in Aesthetic Medicine Small Group Live Hands-On Training (Up to 4.5 Additional Hands-On Contact Hours)

This live activity will offer live review, Q&A, Patient Assessment, Consent and MD-Supervised Hands-On Treatment of cosmetic Botulinum Toxin and HA Dermal Filler treatment indications.  Attendees provide a suitable patient based on your knowledge learned from the online certification course.  The 20u of BTX-A and up to 1cc of HA Dermal Filler for your supervised hands-on is included in your course tuition.  Additional toxin and filler for extended hands-on practice can be purchased.  Maximum class size is 5 attendees per MD hands-on instructor.

A 4.5-Hour Hands-On Certificate of Completion will be presented upon completion of this course for qualification for professional liability insurance and credentialing.

 

First, Reserve your spot in one of our blended FAST TRACK Training Courses for the Date and Location of your Choice.

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Then Watch the Online training at your own pace.  Follow clickable links and interact with our faculty for any questions you have.  When finished, complete the online post-test.

DOWNLOAD/PRINT CME CERTIFICATE #1

 

AMA Category 1 Certification Credits for this Training Course

Finally, Attend the Live Hands-On Date and Complete Your Small-Group Hands-On Training in Botox and Dermal Fillers, and/or PRP with Microneedling.

RECEIVE HANDS-ON CERTIFICATE #2

Reserve Chicago Training Now

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Botox & Filler Training in Chicago

Is the Chicago Botox and filler course CME accredited?

Yes. The online module included with your Chicago registration is CME accredited and accepted in Illinois for physicians (AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™), nurse practitioners (AANP contact hours), physician assistants (AAPA reciprocity), and registered nurses (ANCC contact hours). PracticalCME has offered accredited botulinum toxin and dermal filler training since 2014, and the curriculum includes pharmacology hours that count toward NP and RN continuing education requirements in states that mandate them. This upgraded accreditation replaces the AAFP accreditation on June 1, 2026 and beyond.

Who teaches the Chicago Botox training, and where is the hands-on held?

Both the online course and the live hands-on in Chicago are taught by Gregory Zengo, MD, PracticalCME’s medical director with over 1.5 million units of neurotoxin injected and 22 years of dermal filler experience. The Chicago hands-on takes place at the AC Hotel Chicago Downtown, centrally located and accessible by all major public transit lines. The downtown location is convenient for attendees from across the Chicagoland area, the North Shore, the western suburbs, and the broader Midwest including Wisconsin and Northern Indiana.

What Botox and filler indications does the Chicago course cover?

The curriculum covers 11 botulinum toxin treatment areas: glabellar lines, forehead lines, crow’s feet, platysma bands, brow lift, DAO lip corners, upper lip “lip flip”, chin dimpling, gummy smile, bunny lines, and facial slimming. For dermal fillers, you learn treatment design for nasolabial folds, marionette lines, lip design (border and body injections), and peri-oral applications. All six FDA-approved neuromodulator formulations are reviewed, including Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, Jeuveau, Daxxify, and Letybo. No separate “advanced” or “Level 2” course is needed.

How many students are in each Chicago Botox class, and what product is included?

Each Chicago hands-on session has an average of 4 students with a maximum of 6, ensuring one-on-one time with Dr. Zengo during live injection. Your tuition includes 20 units of Botox and up to 1 cc of Juvederm Ultra XC hyaluronic acid filler for supervised injection on a patient you bring. Additional product for extra hands-on can be purchased upon request at below-retail prices.

Can I add PRP and microneedling certification on the same day in Chicago?

Yes. PracticalCME’s Chicago schedule offers Botox and dermal filler hands-on in the morning starting at 8am, followed by Regenerative Aesthetics (PRP and microneedling) in the afternoon. The 4-Procedure FAST TRACK® bundle gives you up to four procedure certifications and 23 contact hours in a single Saturday at a significant discount over registering separately. 0% financing through Affirm is available at checkout.

What do I complete before attending the live Chicago hands-on date?

You complete the self-paced online course at your own pace before your hands-on date in Chicago. You receive instant access the moment you register, so many attendees start learning the same evening. The online module covers facial anatomy, botulinum toxin pharmacology for all six FDA-approved formulations, dosing strategy for 11 treatment indications, dermal filler science and product selection, lip design technique, and complication management. After passing the post-test you download your first CME certificate, then earn your second hands-on certificate at the live session with Dr. Zengo in downtown Chicago.

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SINCE 2008, PRACTICALCME HAS BEEN THE LEADER IN SMALL-GROUP LIVE TRAINING COURSES AND ONLINE VIDEO COURSES IN POPULAR AESTHETIC AND WELLNESS SERVICES OFFERING CME CREDIT AND CERTIFICATION TO HUNDREDS OF DOCTORS, NURSE PRACTITIONERS, PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS, AND NURSES.

Chicago Botox Training Hands-On Courses for Nurses, Physicians and Nurse Practitioners are taught by PracticalCME throughout the year. PracticalCME’s FAST TRACK ™ Online plus Live Blended learning allows participants to learn the material at home at your own pace prior to the live hands-on training date. Therefore, you will be fully confident in your knowledge, and earn your first of two CME certificates before you even attend the live Chicago class date. Then, at the live date you will experience…

  • First, All MD Faculty with at least 10 years’ experience
  • Maximum of 6 Participants per live hands-on class with an average class size of 4.
  • One-on-One Supervised Injection or Microneedling treatment of your own Patient
  • Botox ® and Juvederm ® is supplied for each attendee to use at no additional cost.
  • Complete Post-Training Support (email contact, customizable consent forms)

Our blended dual-certification online + live training leads the industry. As a result, PracticalCME has earned an average of 4.8 stars in reviews from actual attendees since our first blended FAST TRACK Botox Training Course was held in 2014. In addition, we have paired up our Botox and Dermal Filler Training with Cosmetic Platelet-Rich Plasma Training (PRP) or Microneedling Training, so that you can certify in multiple in-demand procedures on the same live training date.

Why are Chicago Botox Training PracticalCME Graduates More Successful?

Our Botox Training Course focuses on customizing the treatment plan to the patient’s own movement, and never follows a “cookbook” approach. For example, we teach a different dilution and precise muscle identification techniques so you can truly isolate the true cause of the patient’s wrinkles and effectively stop the clock on their aging process even on your first few patients, without having to see the patient back for touch-up treatments. The online course material drills these techniques home with additional treatment videos demonstrating the best technique prior to your live hands-on training class.

Our Dermal Filler Training Course curriculum focuses on using less product but at the proper depth to achieve the most natural filling of static folds and wrinkles of the face, in addition to the most natural lip reinflation techniques. Moreover, you will be impressed with the results when simply using the right technique and depth at your supervised hands-on treatment session. Their folds and wrinkles will disappear before your eyes while your patient remains comfortable.

As a result, PracticalCME has heard from many RN’s who took our training and taught their supervising physicians a few things upon return to the office.

Space is limited, So Register Today and Start Learning Tonight

Each live date is limited to 5 participants before it is marked SOLD OUT. In fact, PracticalCME has only around 100 live training seats in Botox and Dermal Filler Training annually. Our award-winning, all-MD faculty take time away from their own successful practices to teach only a few times a year. This is why so many people travel to experience our small-group, in-depth blended online + live certification. Therefore, if the next Chicago live training is sold out, scroll down and register now for the next open date. Then, you will receive your online content and can still begin learning and earning your first certification tonight.

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