The Beginning
of a Purposeful
Career.

An immersive 3-day certification in aesthetic medicine — combining anatomy, neuromodulators, and dermal fillers with live hands-on training under expert guidance.

Next Course

May 22 - 24, 2026

Location

Calgary, AB

Early Bird Pricing available if you apply before May 2 - $7,500 + GST

Limited Seats Available for Next Course

40+ Years Combined Experience

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Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Advisory

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Cadaver-Informed Anatomical Curriculum

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Live Models, Real Hands-On Practice

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Certificate of Completion

40+ Years Combined Experience | Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Advisory | Cadaver-Informed Anatomical Curriculum | Live Models, Real Hands-On Practice | Certificate of Completion

Built for Medical
Professionals Ready
to Enter Aesthetics.

ELIGIBILITY

Whether you are an experienced clinician ready to expand your scope, or a nurse who has always been drawn to aesthetics, this course was designed for you. No prior injectable experience is required. You bring the clinical foundation. We provide the rest.

cAREER CHANGERS

Nurses and physicians seeking a more fulfilling, autonomous practice with flexible hours and higher earning potential.

PRACTICE BUILDERS

Clinicians ready to open a med spa or add aesthetic services to an existing practice, looking to launch with confidence.

THE SAFETY CONSCIOUS

Practitioners who refuse to take shortcuts, who want anatomy, safety protocols, and complication management done right.

THE ARTIST CLINICIAN

Any practitioner who sees aesthetics as a craft and who wants to understand facial harmony.

ELIGIBILE CREDENTIALS

RN

LPN

NP

MD

DDS

If you have your medical license and a desire to create — you are already qualified to begin.

January 2026

First Foundations Course in Calgary

Student Testimonials →

“I had the pleasure of taking the Foundations Course through FACE Academy. the educators were not only highly knowledgeable, but also supportive, approachable, and genuinely invested in each student’s growth.

I left the course feeling inspired, more confident in my skills, and grateful to have learned from such a dedicated team. I would highly recommend!”

Macy - Foundations Course Student

Three Transformative DAYS.

The Foundations Course

Day 1

NEUROMODULATORS

  • Facial anatomy instruction

  • Sexual dimorphism & gender identity in treatment planning

  • The art of the consultation

  • Neuromodulator anatomy & injection techniques

  • Complications, management & safety protocols

  • Hands-on injecting with live models

Day 2

DERMAL FILLERS

  • Anatomy — midface, lips, and chin

  • The art of facial balancing & consultation

  • Injection technique & product selection

  • Complications & management protocols

  • Vascular occlusion recognition & emergency protocol

  • Hands-on injecting with live models

Day 3

BUSINESS ACUMEN

  • Continued hands-on injecting with live models

  • Industry representative sessions & product knowledge

  • Building your brand and defining your aesthetic identity

  • Marketing strategy for new injectors

  • Practical guidance on setting up your practice

BONUS: Post-Course Mentorship Opportunities

Every graduate receives access to hands-on mentorship sessions at our educators' private clinics, offered exclusively to FACE Academy alumni at significantly reduced rates. Your education does not end when the course does.

A Different Standard
of Education.

Why Face Academy?

01: ANATOMY-Informed Instruction

Our curriculum is built on a foundation of real anatomical understanding. Faculty ground every module in deep facial anatomy — this is what seperates safe injectors from dangerous injectors.

02: Small Group, High-Touch Learning

We deliberately limit class sizes so that every student receives direct, personal attention during hands-on practice. This is not a lecture hall. It is a mentorship environment where instructors can actually see, and correct, your technique in real time.

03: Live Patients. Real
Experience.

You will not be injecting on just practice pads. All hands-on components are performed on real, consented live models. By the time you leave, you will have injected real patients, under expert supervision.

04: The Art of the Consult

Most courses skip what happens before the needle. We don't. Two full modules are dedicated to the consultation, teaching you how to assess a face, understand a patient's goals, and design a treatment plan that achieves natural, harmonious results.

05: Safety Is the Curriculum

Vascular occlusion protocol. Complication recognition. Emergency management. These are not afterthoughts at FACE Academy, they are woven into every module. You will leave knowing exactly what to do if something goes wrong.

06: Business Built in

Day 3 is dedicated to your career after the course: branding, marketing, practice setup, and industry connections. We want you to leave with more than a certificate, we want you to leave with a plan.

Meet Your Instructors

This course was built for injectors, by injectors.

At FACE Academy, every instructor is an actively practicing clinician, bringing real-time insight from today’s treatment rooms. Our curriculum is shaped by over 40 years of combined, hands-on experience, grounded in what is current, relevant, and proven in practice.

Natalie Huffman

Natalie is a Registered Nurse Injector with a strong foundation in Emergency and Critical Care nursing. She brings a ‘less is more’ philosophy to aesthetics, focusing on balance, symmetry, and natural results. Committed to advancing her expertise, Natalie has pursued training in Paris, Toronto, and Las Vegas, learning from global leaders in the field. As an educator, she is passionate about sharing evidence-based practices and refined techniques with fellow practitioners, empowering them to approach injectables with both confidence and artistry. Her teaching style reflects her core values of self-love, kindness, and integrity, guiding learners to deliver safe, thoughtful, and individualized patient outcomes.

Sarah Frank

Sarah is a Registered Nurse Injector with over a decade of experience in Cardiovascular Intensive Care before transitioning to medical aesthetics in 2017. With more than eight years dedicated to cosmetic injecting, Sarah brings both clinical precision and an artistic eye to her practice. Known for creating subtle, harmonious results, she emphasizes balance, nuance, and natural beauty. As an educator, Sarah is passionate about advancing the next generation of injectors by sharing evidence-based techniques, anatomical expertise, and her ‘less is more’ philosophy. She believes true mastery comes from blending science with artistry, and her teaching reflects a commitment to safety, integrity, and individualized patient care.

Thomas Chin

With over 12 years of experience in aesthetic medicine, Thomas has become a highly respected injector and educator known for his technical precision and deep understanding of facial anatomy. His commitment to excellence is reflected in his individualized approach - recognizing that each patient’s goals and standards of beauty are unique. Beyond his clinical practice, Thomas is dedicated to lifelong learning, regularly attending international trainings and educational forums to remain at the forefront of the field. As an educator, he is passionate about sharing this knowledge with fellow practitioners, emphasizing the importance of safety, artistry, and evidence-based techniques.

Tuition & Financing

An Investment in a
Career That Lasts.

Aesthetic medicine offers a unique opportunity for licensed healthcare professionals to expand their scope of practice and develop a rewarding, patient-focused career. The Foundations Course is designed to build your skills, confidence, and clinical understanding to support a thoughtful and sustainable entry into injectables.

Everything That's Included:

  • Full 3-day curriculum with printed anatomy guides and course materials

  • All neuromodulator and dermal filler products required for hands-on training

  • All tools, equipment, and clinical supplies included, bring nothing

  • Live model patients for real hands-on injection practice

  • Certificate of completion signed by all FACE Academy faculty

  • Post-course mentorship access at instructor clinics (alumni rate)

  • Industry representative sessions and product knowledge briefings

  • Marketing, branding, and business-building guidance from active practitioners

  • Ongoing FACE Academy alumni community and continued support network

LIMITED-TIME RATE

$7,500

+GST - Early Bird Pricing Before May 2

Standard Tuition

$8,500

+GST after early bird pricing closes

Flexible Financing Available. Finance 100% of your tuition through our partner Beautifi, from as low as $750/month. No impact on your credit score. Instant online approval. Apply for financing →

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The Foundations Course is open to regulated medical professionals (LPN, RN, NP, MD, DDS/DMD) with an interest in aesthetic medicine.

  • No. The Foundations Course is designed for beginners or those seeking a structured, anatomy-informed foundation.

  • All courses are offered live, in-person in Calgary, AB.

  • No. FACE Academy provides all the necessary tools, products, and live models for hands-on experience.

  • Yes, all graduates receive a certificate of completion signed by the FACE faculty.

  • Yes. All students are granted access to private mentorship opportunities and continued community support.

  • Yes. We offer flexible payment options to make your investment in education more accessible. You can pay in full or set up a monthly installment plan.

    Additionally, we are happy to provide custom invoices or documentation for employer-sponsored training or continuing education programs.

    If you’d like to discuss a personalized payment plan, please reach out to our admissions team. We’re here to help.

  • Yes. We’ve partnered with Beautifi to offer affordable monthly payment options for your tuition.

    You can finance 100% of your program cost with little interest, flexible terms ranging from 6 months to 6 years, and instant online approval with no impact on your credit score.

    Whether you're applying for any of our courses, private mentorship, Beautifi makes it easier to invest in your aesthetic education.

    If Interested, please reach out to Beautifi directly, as FACE Academy does not have access to your financing application or account details.

    Beautifi Contact Information

    Email: support@beautifi.com

    Phone: 1‑800‑969‑7034

    Website: www.beautifi.com

    They typically respond quickly and can assist you with:

    Application status and approval timelines

    Required documentation

    Adjusting or setting up payment plans

    Any questions or issues related to your financing account

    If needed, you may CC our admissions team for reference; however, all account-specific inquiries must be directed to Beautifi.

Let's Start a
Conversation.

Applying is not a financial commitment; it is the first step in a conversation. Because we keep class sizes intentionally small, we review every application individually to ensure the course is the right fit for your goals. The process is simple:

  1. Check Your Eligibility.

    Takes less than 3 minutes. No commitment required.

  2. We Reach Out Within 48 Hours

    Our admissions team will personally contact you to answer any questions and confirm eligibility.

  3. Secure Your Seat

    Once accepted, you choose your payment option and officially reserve your place in the cohort.

Class sizes are small and seats fill quickly. If you are considering the May 2026 cohort, early application is strongly encouraged.

Eligibility Check - The Foundation Course

May 22–24, 2026  ·  Calgary, Alberta  ·  Limited Spots

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