IAS Aesthetic Education Academy — Physician-Led Training
IAS Aesthetic Education Academy

Train With Confidence. Practice With Mastery.

Physician-led, hands-on education for medical aesthetics professionals — from foundational technique to advanced artistry, taught in small cohorts with real mentorship.

12:1Max student-to-mentor ratio
100%Hands-on, live-model training
MDPhysician-led curriculum
About the Academy

Education Built on Medical Expertise

The IAS Aesthetic Education Academy was created to raise the standard of training in medical aesthetics. Every program is designed and delivered under physician guidance, pairing the science of the skin with the artistry of technique.

We believe great practitioners are made through practice — so our training is intimate, hands-on, and mentorship-driven, giving each student the confidence to deliver safe, natural-looking results.

  • Physician-designed, evidence-based curriculum
  • Live-model, hands-on practice in a clinical setting
  • Small cohorts with one-on-one mentorship
  • Certificate of completion & ongoing support
Programs

Courses for Every Stage of Your Career

From your first steps in aesthetics to advanced, specialized technique — choose the path that fits where you are.

Foundations

Foundations of Medical Aesthetics

Facial anatomy, skin science, consultation, consent, and safety — the essential groundwork every practitioner needs.

4 hours (1 Session)Beginner
$2,500Stand-alone
Combination Therapy

Energy Devices & Lasers

RF microneedling, IPL, and skin-tightening technologies — settings, patient selection, and safe operation.

2 sessions (4 hours each, total 8 hours)Intermediate
$2,500Stand-alone
Business

The Business of Aesthetics

Pricing, consultations that convert, memberships, retention, and building a trusted, compliant practice.

1 session (4 hours)All levels
$2,500Stand-alone
Complete Program · All 3 Courses
$7,500 $4,500
Save $3,000 when you enrol in the full program
Who It's For

Designed for Committed Professionals

Nurses & Physicians

RNs, NPs, and MDs entering or expanding into medical aesthetics with safe, confident technique.

Practicing Injectors

Experienced practitioners refining their artistry and adding advanced, in-demand skills.

Clinic Teams

Practices upskilling their staff and standardizing safe, consistent, elevated patient care.

Why IAS

Training You Can Build a Career On

We teach the way we practice — with precision, patient safety, and a commitment to natural-looking results.

01Physician-Led

Every curriculum is designed and overseen by a physician, grounded in anatomy, science, and safety.

02Truly Hands-On

Live models and small cohorts mean you practice real technique with real guidance — not just theory.

03Mentorship That Lasts

Graduates join a community with ongoing support, case review, and continued education opportunities.

04Confidence & Compliance

Learn to assess, treat, and manage complications — and to build a practice that meets professional standards.

Hermann Pirela — Lead Physician Educator
Your Lead Educator

Learn From a Physician

Hermann Pirela · Physician-Led Medical Aesthetics

Our programs are led under the guidance of a physician whose patient-first philosophy centers on personalized, science-based care. That same standard shapes every lesson — technique rooted in anatomy, safety, and natural-looking outcomes.

Great results begin with great fundamentals. We train practitioners to understand the "why" behind every technique — because confidence is built on knowledge.
IAS Aesthetic Education Academy
Certificate of Completion
Awarded upon successful completion of training and competency review
IAS CERTIFIED
Certification

A Credential Earned, Not Given

Every program concludes with a hands-on competency review and an IAS Academy Certificate of Completion — formal recognition of the skills and safety standards you've demonstrated.

  • Hands-On Competency ReviewProve real technique, not just theory.
  • Certificate of CompletionFormal recognition of your training.
  • Continuing Education CreditsAvailable on eligible programs.
  • Advanced PathwaysKeep growing with graduate programs.
Graduate Experiences

What Our Students Say

★★★★★

The small cohort made all the difference — I left genuinely confident with a needle in my hand, not just notes in a binder.

Jordan M., RN
Injectables Program
★★★★★

Having a physician explain the anatomy and the "why" behind every step completely changed how I approach treatments.

Priya S., NP
Advanced Injection Artistry
★★★★★

The mentorship didn't end at graduation. The ongoing case review has been invaluable for my growing practice.

Alex R., Clinic Owner
Foundations + Business
Enrollment Open

Begin Your Aesthetics Journey

Cohorts are intentionally small and fill quickly. Reserve your place or request the full course catalogue and upcoming dates.

Questions

Frequently Asked

QWho can enrol in IAS Academy programs?

Our programs are designed for licensed healthcare professionals and those entering medical aesthetics. Prerequisites vary by course — we're happy to help you choose the right starting point.

QAre the courses hands-on?

Yes. Every program includes live-model, hands-on practice in a clinical setting with direct mentor supervision.

QDo I receive a certificate?

Graduates receive an IAS Academy Certificate of Completion after a hands-on competency review. Advanced pathways and continuing education are available.

QHow large are the cohorts?

Cohorts are intentionally small — with a maximum 12:1 student-to-mentor ratio — to ensure personalized instruction.

QHow do I enrol?

Reserve your spot or request the full catalogue using the buttons above, and our team will confirm dates and next steps.

IAS Aesthetic Education Academy · Calgary, AB. Programs are professional training for healthcare and aesthetics practitioners and do not constitute medical advice or a guarantee of professional licensure. Certification requirements and scope of practice are determined by your governing regulatory body.

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