Recognition and management of complications including anaphylaxis, vascular occlusion, and adverse reactions.
Overview
The Aesthetic Emergencies course trains you to recognise, prevent, and manage complications that may arise during injectable or skincare treatments. You’ll explore real-case scenarios and build a clear, evidence-based response protocol for events such as anaphylaxis, vascular occlusion, or fainting.
Designed for aesthetic professionals, it emphasises fast clinical reasoning, patient reassurance, and documentation that meets insurance and governance standards. You’ll leave with confidence to act decisively, protecting both your clients and your reputation.
What You'll Learn
You’ll learn how to:
- Identify warning signs of vascular compromise and allergic reactions.
- Administer emergency medications including adrenaline and antihistamines.
- Perform aspiration and reversal using hyaluronidase correctly.
- Document incidents accurately for audit and reporting.
- Create a clinical emergency kit that meets current regulatory requirements and fits seamlessly into your workflow.
Course Modules
Understanding Aesthetic Risks
Explore vascular and allergic pathways, risk zones, and the pharmacology of reversal agents.
Emergency Action Protocols
Learn sequence-based actions for anaphylaxis, syncope, and occlusion events, rehearsed with scenario drills.
Medication Management
Review adrenaline, chlorphenamine, and hydrocortisone use, including IM sites, dosing, and storage.
Documentation and Governance
Record-keeping standards for adverse events, consent updates, and patient communication after an incident.
Simulated Practice
Role-play sessions for triage, team communication, and patient reassurance to build calm authority under stress.