Botulinum Toxins and Dermal Fillers in Aesthetic Medicine Online Course
Botulinum Toxins and Dermal Fillers in Aesthetic Medicine
- Course Dates – 6/1/2026 – 6/1/2027
- This activity is jointly provided by Global Education Group (Global) and PracticalCME, LLC.
✅ On-Demand Online Course Access With Free Updates
✅ Ideal for Providers Entering Aesthetics or already experienced and need Accredited Training
✅ Print Your XX Hour AMA, AANP, or ANCC Certificate at Home
✅ Clickable Literature Links, Editable Patient Forms, and Treatment Videos Included
✅ Support from our MD Faculty
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🎯 Areas Covered: No “Advanced” Course Needed
Unlike competitors who charge separately for “Level 2” or “Advanced” training, this single course covers all major aesthetic indications for both botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid dermal fillers.
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
Dermal Filler Treatment Areas:
Nasolabial Folds, Marionette Lines, Lip Design (border and body injections), and Peri-Oral Applications
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This is the Foundational Botulinum Toxin and Dermal Filler Training Course of Record.
Looking for Neurotoxin training online with real CME accreditation for doctors and CEU’s for Nurses and NP’s that you can use for credentialing and insurance? PracticalCME’s online Botulinum Toxin A and dermal filler certification is a 7.0-hour, self-paced streaming course covering botulinum toxin pharmacology, facial anatomy, injection technique, dermal filler selection, treatment planning, and complication management.
In addition to being certified by ANCC for nurses and AANP for nurse practitioners, the course also offers 5.0 hours of pharmacology contact hours for NPs and 5.0 pharmacotherapeutic contact hours for RNs for these important fields.
This is the only online neurotoxin and filler course with triple accreditation from AMA, AANP, and ANCC, meaning physicians, nurse practitioners, PAs, and registered nurses all earn recognized continuing education credits from a single program, including 5.0 pharmacology contact hours for NPs and 5.0 pharmactotherapeutic contact hours for RNs. Built by the same all-MD faculty behind PracticalCME’s acclaimed live Aesthetic Neurotoxins and Dermal Filler hands-on training in 13 cities, this online course can be taken as a standalone fully online certification or as a prerequisite for optional MD-supervised hands-on, with the full online tuition applied toward any live date reserved within one year. Register today and start learning tonight.
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📃COURSE OUTLINE: Botulinum Toxins and Dermal Fillers in Aesthetic Medicine
🖥️ Streaming Online at Your Own Pace
👨⚕️ Upgradeable to add an additional Live Hands-On Training Class (Email us for Details)
🎗️ 7.0 CME Credits plus 5.0 Pharmacology Credits with 1-Year Online Course Access and Free Updates
Target Audience
This activity is intended for healthcare professionals involved in aesthetic medicine or seeking to incorporate Botulinum Toxin A and Dermal Filler aesthetic procedures into clinical practice, including physicians (MD/DO), nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and registered nurses practicing within their professional scope.
Statement of Need/Program Overview
The purpose of this educational activity is to improve clinician competence in the safe and effective use of botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid dermal fillers for commonly performed aesthetic indications. The course provides evidence-based education in facial anatomy, mechanisms of action, patient assessment, treatment planning, and foundational injection techniques to support safe clinical practice and improved patient outcomes.
Educational Objectives
After completing this activity, participants should be able to:
- Describe the anatomical mechanisms responsible for dynamic facial wrinkles and static facial folds associated with aging.
- Identify key facial muscles and anatomical landmarks relevant to safe botulinum toxin injection.
- Distinguish among FDA-approved botulinum toxin A formulations by pharmacology, mechanism of action, unit potency, onset, and duration.
- Apply appropriate dosing strategies and treatment design for common neuromodulator treatment areas.
- Explain the physical properties and pharmacology of hyaluronic acid dermal fillers, including crosslinking, tissue plane selection, and reversibility, as the foundation for safe filler practice.
- Develop treatment plans addressing FDA-Approved linear facial folds, lips, and peri-oral applications of hyaluronic acid filler therapies.
- Identify proactive techniques to prevent adverse events, unsatisfactory outcomes, and patient disappointment through informed consent, pre-treatment counseling, conservative treatment design, and recognition of clinical scenarios where toxin or filler treatment should be withheld despite patient request.
- Outline initial management strategies for adverse events associated with injectable procedures, including emergency response to suspected vascular occlusion.
Faculty
Gregory P. Zengo, MD
Medical Director, PracticalCME Medical Training
ONLINE COURSE AGENDA (Complete at your Own Pace)
- Introduction to Injectable Aesthetic Medicine
- Overview of neuromodulator and dermal filler procedures, the post-graduate training landscape, and the provider vs. injector philosophy
- Facial Aging and Wrinkle Formation
- Mechanisms of dynamic and static wrinkle development including muscle activity, dermal structural loss, and fat pad displacement
- 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
- Botulinum Toxin Pharmacology and FDA-Approved Products
- Mechanism of action, comparison of all six approved neuromodulator formulations, reconstitution, and safe product sourcing
- Facial Musculature for Neuromodulator Treatment
- Identification of upper and lower face muscles, wrinkle patterns, anatomical danger zones, and the basis for treatment design
- Patient Selection, Consent, and Pre-Treatment Assessment
- Candidate criteria, contraindications, movement assessment, baseline photography, and recognition of pre-existing ptosis
- 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
- 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
- Injection Technique, Post-Treatment Care, and Complication Management
- Technique principles, post-injection protocols, managing uneven results, bruising, lid ptosis, and early wear-off
- 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
- Filler Patient Selection, Consent, and Safety Principles
- Candidate criteria, contraindications, vascular anatomy awareness, low-pressure injection technique, and aspiration considerations
- 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
- Filler Complication Recognition and Management
- Early recognition of vascular occlusion and tissue ischemia, immediate management steps, and hyaluronidase use
- 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
🏅CME Accreditation Information
Program: 7-Hour Online Course
Physician Accreditation Statement
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.
* This CME/CE activity complies with all requirements of the federal Physician Payment Sunshine Act. If a reportable event is associated with this activity, the accredited provider managing the program will provide the appropriate physician data to the Open Payments database.
Physician Credit Designation
Global Education Group designates this enduring material for a maximum of 7.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Nurse Practitioner Continuing Education
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Accreditation Standards of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners® (AANP) through the joint providership of Global Education Group and PracticalCME, LLC. Global Education Group is accredited by AANP as an approved provider of nurse practitioner continuing education. Provider number: 110121. This activity is approved for 7.0 contact hours (which includes 5.0 hours of pharmacology).
Nursing Continuing Education
Global Education Group is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
This educational activity for 7.0 contact hours including 5.0 pharmacotherapeutic contact hours is provided by Global Education Group. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Physician Assistant
AAPA accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society. Physician assistants may receive a maximum of 7.75 hours of Category 1 credit for completing this program.
Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships
Global adheres to the policies and guidelines, including the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited CE, set forth to providers by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) and all other professional organizations, as applicable, stating those activities where continuing education credits are awarded must be balanced, independent, objective, and scientifically rigorous. All persons in a position to control the content of an accredited continuing education program provided by Global are required to disclose all financial relationships with any ineligible company within the past 24 months to Global. All financial relationships reported are identified as relevant and mitigated by Global in accordance with the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited CE in advance of delivery of the activity to learners. The content of this activity was vetted by Global to assure objectivity and that the activity is free of commercial bias.
Global Contact Information
For information about the accreditation of this program, please contact Global at 303-395-1782 or cme@globaleducationgroup.com.
❔Why Choose PracticalCME over other Online Trainings?
Why Choose PracticalCME for Online Toxin and Filler Training?
| Feature | PracticalCME Online Neurotoxin and Filler Training | Other Online Toxin and Filler Courses |
|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | ✔ CME-accredited ACCME AMA Category 1, AANP, ANCC credit hours based on licensure | ✘ Often not accredited; just a paper certificate not valid for insurance credentialing |
| Course Updates | ✔ Free updates included for 1 year. | ✘ Additional fee or no updates |
| Certificate | ✔ Print your CME certificate instantly at home | ✘ Wait for mailed copy or special request |
| Proven Track Record | ✔ Accredited Botulinum Toxin A and Dermal Filler course first released in 2014 with dozens of updates | ✘ Many newer, non-accredited providers. or grainy video of a live lecture. Not updated. |
| Evidence-Based Curriculum | ✔ Every protocol backed by peer-reviewed research (See Literature) | ✘ Often anecdotal with limited scientific references |
| Upgrade Options | ✔ Apply tuition toward live hands-on training | ✘ No credit toward in-person courses |
🥼Meet Your MD Faculty for Online Botulinum Toxin and Dermal Filler Foundational Training?
Your faculty for the online course is
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. His journey to aesthetics began after a successful career as Chief Resident of the nation’s second largest OB/GYN residency to become the youngest Assistant Professor at Emory University School of Medicine, and a career in private practice and academic medicine. As the lead medical director of PracticalCME since 2008, he remains in charge of CME accreditation and the online curriculum. The online course is a potent combination of the experience of our all-MD faculty blended with a rigorous review of the medical literature. In addition to authoring the world’s first CME-accredited course on PRP and Microneedling in 2014, he did the same for PDO threads in 2018. Dr. Zengo is licensed in 7 states.
❔Why Book an Online Botulinum Toxin Course and Print Your CME Certificate?
➡️ 1. You have experience but need a CME Certificate for your liability insurance or new employer.
➡️ 2. You have a colleague who can do your hands-on supervision locally and just need basic training without the travel expense.
➡️ 3. You are not getting great results from your other training course and need a better approach for patient selection, treatment planning, and injection technique.
➡️ 4. If you eventually want or need additional hands-on training, you can add that on at any of our 13 training sites and apply the full cost of the online course to the live training if reserved within 2 years of ordering the online course. Only PracticalCME gives you this Risk-Free online guarantee.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Online Botulinum Toxin and Dermal Filler Training
Is this online Botulinum Toxin and filler course CME accredited?
Yes. This is one of the only online botulinum toxin and dermal filler courses with triple accreditation: AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (for physicians and PAs), AANP contact hours (for nurse practitioners), and ANCC contact hours (for registered nurses). The course is jointly provided by Global Education Group and PracticalCME, LLC, and is accredited through the ACCME. The curriculum includes 5.0 pharmacology hours, which count toward pharmacology CE requirements for NPs and RNs in states that mandate them.
Who is eligible for the online Botulinum Toxin and dermal filler certification?
The course is open to physicians (MD/DO), nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and registered nurses. Non-US licensed providers and other licensure types may enroll for educational purposes. All participants should verify that botulinum toxin and dermal filler procedures fall within their state or country scope of practice before incorporating them into clinical use.
What does the online Botulinum Toxin and filler course cover?
The streaming course covers facial aging and wrinkle formation, skin anatomy, botulinum toxin pharmacology and all six FDA-approved neuromodulator formulations, facial musculature and anatomical danger zones, patient selection and consent, and evidence-based treatment design for 11 botulinum toxin indications: 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, the course covers hyaluronic acid pharmacology and product selection, treatment design for nasolabial folds, marionette lines, lip design (border and body injections), and peri-oral applications, plus vascular occlusion recognition and hyaluronidase use. Unlike competitors who charge separately for “advanced” or “Level 2” courses, PracticalCME covers all of these indications in a single program. All protocols are backed by peer-reviewed literature with clickable references throughout the course.
Can I take this Botulinum Toxin A training entirely online, or do I need hands-on?
The online course can be taken as a standalone certification. Many providers choose this option when they need a CME certificate for liability insurance or employer credentialing, have a local supervising physician who can provide hands-on mentorship, or want to strengthen their knowledge base before treating patients. If you also want direct MD-supervised hands-on training, the online course serves as the prerequisite for PracticalCME’s live Toxin and filler sessions in 13 cities nationwide, and your full online tuition is applied toward any live date reserved within one year. Only PracticalCME offers this risk-free online guarantee.
How long do I have access to the online Botulinum Toxin course, and are updates included?
You receive instant access to the streaming course the moment you register, and your access includes free updates for the full course term of 1 year. The course is self-paced, so you can complete it in a single sitting or spread it across multiple sessions. Upon passing the post-test, you can immediately download and print your CME certificate from home.
Who teaches the online Botulinum Toxin and dermal filler course?
The course is taught by Gregory Zengo, MD, PracticalCME’s medical director, who has injected over 1.5 million units of aesthetic neurotoxins and has performed dermal filler injections for over 22 years. Dr. Zengo trained directly under cosmetic botulinum toxin pioneer Jean Carruthers, MD, and has directed PracticalCME’s all-MD faculty across 13 hands-on training sites since 2008. The curriculum combines decades of clinical experience with a rigorous review of the peer-reviewed medical literature.