Certified Botox Training and Dermal Filler Certification Program with Hands-On Certification in 16 Locations Nationwide

The Best Botox Training for 2027

Botox and Dermal Filler Training & Certification: ACCME Triple-Accredited, MD-Taught, 16 US Cities

The complete 11.75-hour aesthetic injectables course from PracticalCME. ACCME, AANP, and ANCC accredited. Fourteen years of continuous curriculum revision since 2012. ANCC or AANP nursing pharmacology credit included. Named physician instructors, state-licensed where they teach, with venue addresses listed publicly to ensure you get the best and most compliant accredited training.

11.75 Total Contact Hours

7.25 Online CME Hours (self-paced, received the day of registration, 2-years access with updates) plus a separate 4.5-Hour Live Hands-On Certificate of Completion.
Add Regenerative Aesthetics Training (PRP, microneedling, exosomes) the same weekend for 23 Total Hours and the PRP Facelift protocol unlock.

4.7 Nursing Pharmacology Hours Included. Direct ACCME accreditation (not third party medical or dental provider) is what allows pharmacology hours to be awarded. Rolled out in 2026 after attendee feedback: nurses find pharmacology hours the hardest part of a licensing cycle to meet, and most training programs cannot award them. 4.7 pharmacology hours awarded within the 7.25 online CME hours.

ACCME Accredited AMA Category 1 7.25 hours AANP CEU 7.25 hours plus 4.7 Pharma ANCC CEU 7.25 hours plus 4.75 Pharma

Gregory P. Zengo, MD, FACOG

Founder & Medical Director, PracticalCME. Author of the Botox and Dermal Filler curriculum first published in 2012. Trained in botulinum toxin by Dr. Jean Carruthers in 2001, the pioneer of aesthetic botulinum toxin. 24 years of injection experience, 20 years of CME teaching. Board-certified physician and surgeon. Actively treats patients at New Image Medical Aesthetics and Wellness (Watkinsville, GA).

Faculty Across the 16 US Training Cities (All MDs, State-Licensed Where They Teach)

Wynne Huang, MD
Director, Boston Training Center (Winchester, MA)
Robert Caiati, MD
Director, New York (Long Island) Training Center
Alissandro "Andy" Castillo, MD + Rebecca Appleton Castillo, MD
Co-Directors, Charlotte Training Center
Cory Gaiser, MD
Director, Cincinnati Training Center
Theresa Huyen, MD
Director, Central Florida (Orlando), Washington DC (Falls Church), and Houston (Sugar Land) Training Centers
Marisa E. Viñas, MD
Director, West Palm Beach Training Center (Wellington, FL)
Leila Chaychi, MD, FACE
Director, San Francisco Training Center
Thomas Lee, MD
Director, Los Angeles / Orange County Training Center
Gregory P. Zengo, MD, FACOG
Director, Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Phoenix / Scottsdale, San Diego, and Seattle Training Centers

PracticalCME has operated as an aesthetic medicine CME provider since 2008, and has delivered the Botox and Dermal Filler curriculum continuously since 2012. Over fourteen years we have trained thousands of clinicians, one at a time, in small-group hands-on sessions capped at four to five attendees per MD instructor. Every live date in every city is led by a named, state-licensed physician whose bio and venue address are published in advance, every patient at every hands-on is consented by that physician as a PracticalCME patient, and every attendee performs the full workflow on real patients under direct physician supervision. Read the independent 2027 A-T.com Buyer's Guide review of PracticalCME against the eight-point quality criteria.

Why Clinicians Choose PracticalCME for Aesthetic Injectables

Continuous Botox / Filler Curriculum Since 2012. Fourteen years of revision, independent of any manufacturer.
Affirm Pay Over Time. Interest free for 6 Months or longer-term financing for everyone who qualifies.
Open to RN, NP, PA, MD, and DO licensed in any US state. Dentists and NDs where state scope of practice allows.
Small Group: 4-5 Attendees. Typically two to three per MD instructor. We do not overbook.
No Cap on Hands-On Practice. Additional hands-on beyond the 20u toxin and 1cc HA filler available at below-retail rates for patients you assess and provide.
Online Course Delivered Day of Registration. Self-paced, 2 years of access with free curriculum updates.
No Level 2 Class Needed. Full-face toxin and standard filler indications included in one curriculum.
No Sponsors, Ever. No vendors, exhibitors, proprietary products, or MLM.
2027 A-T.com Buyer's Guide Member. Fulfills all 8 criteria for inclusion.

Botulinum Toxin Curriculum

FDA-Labeled Indications

Glabella, crow's feet, forehead
Platysma bands (FDA Approved 2024)
Dosing and Handling for all 6 FDA-Approved Brands

Off-Label (Literature-Supported)

Masseter and lower face (DAO, chin dimpling)
Small-dose frontalis, bunny lines, gummy smile
Low-volume reconstitution technique

Dermal Filler Curriculum

Hands-On Indications

Lips (volume and shape)
Perioral lines
Nasolabial folds and marionette lines

Technique and Safety

Needle vs cannula, vascular anatomy, product selection
Hyaluronidase reversal and vascular occlusion protocol
Blanching, delayed necrosis, vision-loss response

❌What we do not teach, by design: social media "hacks" that lose patients. Trap Tox at supraphysiologic doses, Barbie Botox, aggressive mid-face filler sculpting, chin and jaw projection with HA, high-volume lip overfill, and any technique whose evidence base is a viral video rather than a peer-reviewed study. PracticalCME's filler curriculum is intentionally lips, perioral, and linear folds. Mid-face filler is a separate advanced skill set that we do not teach, because the complication profile does not justify the aesthetic payoff for most patients. We want you to learn to do what 90% of patients want and gets repeatable results, not fringe applications that lead to disappointment and complications.

🩸💉Add Regenerative Aesthetics on the Same Weekend: Pair Botox and Dermal Filler Training with the PracticalCME Regenerative Aesthetics course (PRP, microneedling, topical exosomes, red LED) for 23 total contact hours and the full PRP Facelift protocol integrating platelet-rich plasma, dermal filler, and botulinum toxin in one treatment plan.

Course Format and Timeline

🛒Register. The accredited online course is delivered the day you register, not the week before.
🖥️Complete the 7.25-hour online CME at your own pace before your scheduled hands-on date. Includes the 4.7 nursing pharmacology hours. Download your certificate.
🏢Arrive at the hands-on with your online certificate already earned. The in-person day is 4.5 hours of brief review and Q&A, patient assessment, and injection on live patients. No part of the live day is spent catching up on didactic content.
🏅Receive your 4.5-hour Hands-On Certificate of Completion at the live session.
🗓️Online course access remains open for 2 years with free curriculum updates. 1-year access for the online-only purchase, per Global's policy.

Post-Course Support: PracticalCME partners with practice launching services that include medical director matching. These partner organizations know PracticalCME's curriculum and accept our graduates without additional retraining. Clinical-site attendees also have access to two MDs on the live day for questions about scope of practice, protocol setup, and the transition into their own practice.

Affirm Financing: Available at checkout, with rates as low as 0% APR for 6 months for qualified applicants. Terms subject to Affirm approval. Longer repayment terms are available at standard APR. No sales call, no "scholarship" application, no hard pitch to find out the real price.

Triple Accreditation: AMA Category 1, AANP, and ANCC

📍🗓️🛒REGISTER NOW: Live Dates and Locations

Bundle PRP and Microneedling Training with Botox and Filler on the same day for more savings, 15 CME/CEU Credits, and up to 24 Total Hours including hands-on!

Register Now: Choose Your Location

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Northeast

Boston New York

Mid-Atlantic & Southeast

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Midwest

Chicago Cincinnati

South & Southwest

Houston Phoenix / Scottsdale Denver

West Coast & Pacific NW

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⬆️ Aesthetic Training ... Elevated. How We Compare

Higher Standards. Fair Price.

Feature	PracticalCME	Typical Botox Course
Hands-On Practice	Multiple supervised injections on live patients consented by our MD faculty. Guaranteed 20u of toxin and 1cc of HA filler included in tuition. You design and perform an entire treatment from assessment through aftercare, not one-off injections on multiple patients. Additional patients and product available at below-retail rates if you bring your own.	May use mannequins or paid “community” models who charge the training company. Some charge extra for toxin and filler used in hands-on. No listed guaranteed product amount. Attendees often perform single injections across multiple patients rather than complete treatments.
Post-Course Support	Ongoing clinical support, free curriculum updates to the online course for 2 years, and live chat with instructors for post-training questions. Partner practice-launching services accept PracticalCME graduates without retraining.	Often no universal follow-up support, no updates after purchase, and no way to reach a clinician with a case question.
Memberships and “Advanced” Courses	No paid memberships. No renewals required. No “Level 2” upsell. No fake titles like “master injector.”	Limited initial course material with upsells for “advanced” or “Level 2” training. Membership renewals. “Master injector” or similar titles sold alongside the training.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐No other provider gives you all of this. Many providers do none of this.

✅Every instructor is a named MD, licensed in the state where they teach. That is the only arrangement that is legally unquestionable for aesthetic injection training. An NP travelling to another state on an RN compact license is not practicing as an NP, and an RN cannot design or supervise a treatment plan: the compact license lets them cross state lines, not reclassify their scope. Almost all training courses do not list who is teaching each date and location. PracticalCME's MD-run hands-on removes that gray area entirely.

✅Every venue address is published in advance. All venues are listed on a clickable map. You know exactly where you are going before you book travel.

✅Every hands-on patient is PracticalCME's patient, consented by the on-site MD. Community patients who pay a fee to the training company, and increase your risk as a student provider are never recruited. The faculty MD is the treating physician on the record.

✅Nursing pharmacology hours are built in. Many aesthetic training programs route their accreditation through AAFP, Dental Boards, or state societies as equivalence credit, which cannot award pharmacology hours. PracticalCME's direct accreditation through the ACCME joint provider arrangement with Global Education Group does. This is unquestioned when renewing your license or applying for insurance coverage in your practice.

✅Affirm financing is available to all who qualify. Rates as low as 0% APR for 6 months with longer terms available. Competitor programs that promise "scholarships" typically require a sales call and a hard pitch before you learn the real tuition. PracticalCME publishes everything.

✅Safety philosophy: complication management is covered in depth, including hyaluronidase reversal, vascular occlusion protocol, and the step-by-step vision-loss response algorithm. The curriculum is designed around a strong boundary of safety so that complications are largely prevented, not treated after the fact. Patient consent, treatment planning, dose selection, and anatomic landmarks are rehearsed before every injection.

📃Course Outline: Online + Live Hands-On Training

🖥️ 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 for the online training module, plus a second 4.5 Hour Hands-On Certificate of Completion.
Online Access for 2 Years and Free Updates

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

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
  - Botox®
  - Dysport®
  - Xeomin®
  - Jeuveau®
  - Daxxify®
  - Letybo®
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
- Platysma Bands, Brow Lift, DAO Lip Corners, Upper Lip “Lip Flip”, Chin Dimpling, Gummy Smile, Bunny Lines, Facial Slimming.
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
- Complete instruction on Lip Design (border and body injection), Ethnicity differences and intra-arterial injection prevention. NO “ADVANCED” COURSE NEEDED.
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

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

Botulinum Toxin A Training Hands-On Certification (LIVE Small Group in One of 14 Locations)

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.

Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Filler Hands-On Certification (LIVE Small Group in One of 14 Locations)

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.

⏩ About Blended FAST TRACK® Online + Live Training

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

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

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

RECEIVE HANDS-ON CERTIFICATE #2

🏅 CME Accreditation Statement

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 Small Group Live Hands-On Training (Up to 4.5 Additional Supervised Hands-On non-CME 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.

🖥️Botox® Course Video and Eligibility

Watch our PracticalCME Botox and Dermal Filler Training Overview Video...

Eligibility for Hands-On Training…

Doctors (MD’s and DO’s)
Nurse Practitioners
Physician Assistants
Registered Nurses
DDS or DMD in states where scope of practice allows
ND’s in Washington, California and Arizona

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Botox® and Filler Certification Course Reviews

Finally a class that teaches science backed aesthetics. The didactic portion is filled with so much knowledge and the hands on portion was very informative as well!
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OliviaBTX and Fillers and Regenerative Aesthetics April 2026
I took the hands-on toxin/filler and hands-on PRP/microneedling courses on the same day. I highly recommend this cme for all physicians looking for training because it is taught by a physician (very rare) and recommends only FDA approved indications/treatment options. I appreciate his approach in discussing the clinical data and recommendations on treatments aimed at efficacy - not for the sole purpose of extracting every last cent out of a client. I know it is a business in the end but most of what others recommend take s only into account maximizing profits without regard for true efficacy. As a physician, we are trained to recommend and provide treatments that are safe and efficacious above all else. Making money is secondary when treating real human beings. Thank you Dr. Zengo!
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Jennifer AranasToxin Filler PRP Microneedling Phoenix 2026
My training with Dr. Zengo was exceptional. I felt fully prepared going into the class because of the extensive knowledge and resources he provided beforehand, and the hands-on training truly solidified everything. He was readily available for questions both before and after the course, which made the entire experience even better. I look forward to taking more classes with him in the future.
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Kennedy HowardATL Botulinum Toxin/Fillers January 2026
Dear Dr. Zengo,

I wanted to take a moment to thank you for your time and sharing your extensive knowledge on Botulinum Toxin and dermal filler administration, as well as the marketing and pricing strategies that support a successful aesthetic practice.

Your insights were incredibly valuable, your guidance and real-time feedback as I injected my own patient really boosted my confidence. I truly appreciated your tips and advice on how to save money while maintaining quality care and retain patients as I grow my own practice.

I hope for more opportunities to learn from you again in the future.

Best Regards,

Judy
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Judy ZhangPracticalCME Hands-On Training June 2025
Training with Dr. Huyen was relaxed and enjoyable. I feel much more confident starting Tox/Fillers and Microneedling with PRP in practice now. I am glad I did both courses and look forward to more advanced courses through PracticalCME with Dr. Huyen as an incredible instructor.
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Dr. Amy BairWhite Sands Medical Group
Dr. Zengo

I am so thankful I found your company for my education. After taking your courses, my fear of not mastering these skills faded into excitement and confidence.

As I move forward, I will have questions. Knowing that you are willing to be a resource and answer those questions adds an additional layer of confidence that I can safely reach my goals.

Your passion and dedication to excellence is a gift you share with your students. Thank you so very much.
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P.W.Botulinum Toxin Filler Atlanta July 2025
Fantastic! I completed PracticalCME training for Botulinum Toxin, Fillers, and Microneedling. From the beginning, I could not have asked for better! Dr. Zengo is extremely responsive to questions, phone calls, emails, online chats. He is so knowledgeable. The online didactic was clear and concise. There was so much covered in the lecture. I appreciated the downloadable and printable slides for note taking and reference. For the hands on training, I spent the day with Dr. Roop Monica Gill. The day was full of useful knowledge. She is a rock star! She is knowledgeable, highly skilled, approachable, and extremely personable. I feel like I have a new colleague and friend! Some of the additional information I obtained from this class was regarding legality and business tips. This information is crucial. I would highly recommend this course to anyone interested in pursuing medical aesthetics.
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Suzanne Venuti-CohenWest Palm Beach July 2025
This class was so educational and allowed me to feel the most confident in doing Toxins and dermal fillers. Throughout this course, all my questions were answered and I still feel that if I am to have a question I will be able to message Dr. Zengo. He did a great job at explaining the best techniques and I definitely recommend this class over any other class.
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Peyton HawkinsBotulinum Toxin Filler Atlanta June 2024
Dr.Caiati was an excellent instructor for this course. He answered all questions enthusiastically & with the knowledge of years of experience as an aesthetics physician. His enthusiasm in the subject matter was evident and made for a comfortable learning environment. I appreciated how small the group was as well. We were able to ask questions and have a more interactive learning environment.
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Lauren Summer BanoBotulinum Toxin and Filler Training September 2023
Dr. Caiati hosted a fantastic Botulinum Toxin/Filler/PRP/Microneedling course. He is very well versed in all things cosmetics and was very informative. I feel confident going out and performing these services after the training offered by PracticalCME between the didactic and clinical sessions. Highly recommended!
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Marty Levy PA-CLong Island NY Hands-on training
I took the PacticalCME INJECTION TRIPLE Toxins and Dermal Fillers with Cosmetic PRP Training with Dr. Robert Caiati and it was so great! Dr. Caiati is clearly a master of his art. He is not only extremely knowledgeable and clear and concise in his pedagogical method but he is also charming and very personable as well, I can easily see why his patients are so fond of him! Dr. Caiati really helped integrate the online module training into hands on practice, he was supportive and informative and I really could not have asked for more. I can only highly recommend this training for all aspiring aesthetic injectors.
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F.J.PracticalCME Hands-On Training
Awesome class! Great staff and very friendly.
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Sandra Muller-WhiteNew York Botulinum Toxin & Fillers February 2024
I took the Botulinum Toxin training with Dr. Caiati and it was amazing! He was patient and very knowledgeable. Dr Caiati shows you techniques that will give you confidence to do inject Botulinum Toxin correctly. I really enjoyed the small class atmosphere. You get one on one experience. As a Nurse Practitioner, I highly recommend this course.
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JacquelineNew York Botulinum Toxin & Fillers February 2023
Dr. Caiati was amazing with the hands on portion of the certification. He reviewed the slides and guided us to perform skills with safe practice! 100% recommend this course
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ChristinaNew York Botulinum Toxin & Fillers February 2023
Great class! The staff was lovely and the instructor made sure everything was practiced properly and understood.
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ShelomiPracticalCME Hands-On Training
Great introductory course to Botulinum Toxin and fillers. Lectures are very informative by Dr Zengo. Dr Caiati is a master of his skill. He taught us tricks and tips on injections. He put my nerves of occlusion at ease. Class sizes are small and you get the attention you need. Very excited to start my new journey.
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KimberlyNurse Bella. New York Botulinum Toxin/Filler Training June 2022
Such great learning with the online portion for Neurotoxins and the hands on training with Dr. Caiati at Shore Medical. He was so patient and taught us great tips. Will be going back for Filler training!
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Brittany KellyLong Island NY Hands-On
Online didactic material was comprehensive and thoroughly addressed all aspects of treatment. Dr. Huyen provided exceptional hands on training in a professional and supportive setting. I highly recommend this course and live training.
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Molly SimpsonOrlando April 2022
I really learned a lot in a matter of 6 hours. It was truly hands on and the small group size was perfect for that. Dr. Huyen was very knowledgeable and personable. I was a novice when I arrived and left feeling comfortable doing all three procedures. I highly recommend the course.
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Mihaela CarterOrlando Botulinum Toxin/Filler/PRP
Dr Huyen is a very knowledgeable Instructor. Her teaching the hand on was great very helpful with tips and technique. The class size was small which allowed time for questions and discussion. The online and hands training is great.
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Beth Crater FloridaPracticalCME Hands-On Training

Botox Training for Nurses, NPs, and Physicians

Approximately 70% of PracticalCME students are registered nurses and nurse practitioners. Our certified Botox training is structured to meet the specific accreditation, scope-of-practice, and credentialing needs of nursing professionals, while also providing physicians with the clinical depth required to lead an aesthetic practice. Every course is taught by named, state-licensed MD faculty and combines fully accredited online CME with live, MD-supervised hands-on injection training.

Botox Training for Registered Nurses (RNs)

PracticalCME provides ANCC-accredited Botox training for nurses with 7.25 contact hours, including 4.75 pharmacotherapeutic hours. RNs perform supervised live-patient injections under direct MD supervision during the hands-on day, satisfying credentialing and continuing education requirements in most states. RNs interested in expanding their aesthetic practice may also want to review our companion resource on RN vs. Aesthetician scope of practice on aesthetic-training.com.

Botox Training for Nurse Practitioners (NPs)

NPs earn 7.25 AANP contact hours, including 4.7 hours of pharmacology, accepted for NP recertification nationwide. The PracticalCME blended FAST TRACK® format allows NPs to complete the accredited online portion at their own pace before attending the live hands-on training day in one of 16 U.S. cities, making Botox injector training compatible with a full clinical schedule. Note: an RN compact license permits practice in another state as an RN, not as an NP. The curriculum addresses state-specific NP licensure requirements for aesthetic injection in detail.

Botox Training for Physicians (MDs and DOs)

Physicians earn 7.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™, accepted by all U.S. licensing boards and malpractice carriers. Whether you are adding aesthetic services to an existing medical practice or supervising a team of nurse injectors, the PracticalCME Botox and dermal filler training program provides the clinical foundation, complication management, and evidence-based protocols required to lead a safe aesthetic practice.

Botox Training for Physician Assistants (PAs)

PAs earn 7.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ through reciprocity with AAPA, satisfying continuing medical education requirements for PA recertification.

Botox Training for Dentists and Naturopathic Doctors

Dentists (DDS/DMD) receive a 7.25-hour AMA certificate accepted by most state dental boards for licensing-equivalency CE, where state scope of practice allows aesthetic injection. Naturopathic Doctors (NDs) licensed in Washington, California, and Arizona may register where state scope allows.

All eligible licensees train side-by-side in the same MD-taught, small-group format (maximum 4 to 5 participants per session) with guaranteed 20 units of BTX-A and 1cc of hyaluronic acid dermal filler included for live hands-on practice. Every live date is led by a named, state-licensed MD at a venue address published in advance.

Interested in learning more about Botulinum Toxins and Dermal Fillers? There are some great free resources if you want to compare the FDA-Approved Botulinum Toxin A Brands.

Frequently Asked Questions — Botox & Filler Training

Where do you teach Hands-On Botox Classes?

PracticalCME offers live Botox & filler certification courses in 16 U.S. cities. Choose your location:

How does the FAST TRACK® blended format work?

You complete the 7.25-hour CME-accredited online course first, then attend your 4.5-hour live hands-on day. This ensures you arrive prepared and spend the entire live day practicing injections under MD supervision. Only PracticalCME offers this blend of accredited online followed by live hands-on training.

Who teaches the courses?

All PracticalCME courses are taught by experienced, practicing MD faculty, licensed in the state where they teach. Not dentists, not non-physicians, not RNs teaching out of state on a compact license. Instructor bios and venue addresses are published in advance so you know exactly who will train you and where, before you book travel.

How many hours of CME credit is the Botox and Filler training?

11.75 total contact hours: 7.25 ACCME-accredited online CME hours (including 4.7 nursing pharmacology hours) plus a separate 4.5-hour Hands-On Certificate of Completion. Credit totals are identical at every PracticalCME city.

Does the Botox training count for nursing pharmacology hours?

Yes. 4.7 pharmacology hours are included within the 7.25 online CME hours for both AANP (nurse practitioners) and ANCC (registered nurses). This is only possible because PracticalCME holds direct ACCME accreditation through the Global Education Group joint provider arrangement. Programs that route accreditation through AAFP, dental boards, or state society “equivalence” credit cannot award pharmacology hours regardless of how the certificate is worded. Nurses who have struggled to meet pharmacology hours each licensing cycle find this a significant benefit.

Can an RN do Botox training in another state on a compact license?

An RN compact license permits practice in another state as an RN, which is why RNs can attend PracticalCME training in any of our 16 cities. However, an NP license is state-specific and does not travel with the compact. An NP teaching aesthetic injection in another state on an RN compact license is practicing as an RN, not an NP, which is why PracticalCME uses only state-licensed MDs as instructors. The curriculum covers scope-of-practice variation across states in detail.

How do I get Botox training certification?

Complete a CME-accredited course taught by qualified medical faculty. At PracticalCME, the FAST TRACK® blended format includes online preparation plus a live hands-on training day. After completing both parts, you receive a CME certificate and a separate hands-on certificate accepted by licensing boards and malpractice carriers nationwide.

What is the best Botox training course for medical professionals?

The best Botox training combines accredited CME, evidence-based protocols, and supervised hands-on practice on real patients. PracticalCME has been CME-accredited since 2008 and has taught the Botox and dermal filler curriculum continuously since 2012. All faculty are named, state-licensed MDs. All hands-on patients are consented by PracticalCME faculty as PracticalCME patients, not paid community models who charge the training company. 2027 A-T.com Buyer’s Guide member.

How much product is provided for hands-on practice?

Every participant receives guaranteed 20u BTX-A and 1cc of hyaluronic acid filler for live injection practice at no additional charge. There is no cap on hands-on if you bring your own suitable patients and purchase additional toxin and filler at below-retail rates on the day of training.

Is a payment plan available for Botox training?

Yes. Affirm financing is available at checkout, with rates as low as 0% APR for 6 months for qualified applicants. Longer repayment terms are available at standard APR. Tuition and the Affirm option are published on the product page. There is no sales call to find out the price and no “scholarship” application process.