One of the first programmes of its kind in the UK, created and delivered by world-leading doctors, clinical educators, and aesthetic medicine specialists. Designed for doctors, dentists, nurses and prescribing pharmacists seeking advanced academic credentials, clinical excellence, and practical expertise to lead in the evolving field of non-surgical and surgical aesthetics.
Education is Confidence
Delivering gold-standard non-surgical and surgical training programmes for healthcare professionals through our Academy. Accredited, structured pathways that blend academic credentials with hands-on clinical expertise.
University and industry collaboration at the forefront of surgical and non-surgical aesthetics, through our accreditation initiative.
Our collaboration with institutions like Greater Manchester University guide our continuous learning and development. Our latest initiative is the PG Cert in Advanced Laser, developed with input from industry experts and partners like Seriderm.
Skin Anatomy And Microneedling Principles
Indications, Contraindications, And Device Safety
Live Demonstration And Supervised Practice
Aftercare, Complications & Business Integration
Course details
The Course Module
- Covering anatomy of the skin.
- Principles of medical microneedling.
- Indications & Contra-indications.
- Consultation process.
- Identifying Risks & Complications.
- Treatment Technique.
- Exosome training, and importance of combination treatments.
Each candidate will receive a free vial of exosomes for personal use, provided by E50.
8 CPD Points, Awarded by Greater Manchester University
As well as hands-on training with MMN device (Skin Pen) the course will cover understanding the 14 outcomes from the key principles of medical micro-needling, understanding skin physiology and cellular histology through to understanding the range of conditions that can be treated and the importance of developing a robust client/patient assessment.
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Cavendish Aesthetics Institute
Accredited, flexible training pathways designed by consultants and delivered in clinical settings.
Course objectives, agenda and housekeeping
Delegate introductions & expectations
Overview of treatment market and demand for microneedling
Anatomy & physiology of the skin (layers, collagen/elastin, healing cascade)
How microneedling works: the mechanism of micro-channels, wound response, collagen stimulation
History and evolution of microneedling techniques/devices
Skin concerns treatable with microneedling (scarring, fine lines, pigmentation, stretch marks, pores)
Contraindications, cautions and risk factors (infection, keloid tendency, active acne, implants etc)
Skin-analysis protocols, patch testing and client suitability
Types of devices: manual rollers vs automated pens vs medical-grade devices
Needle depth selection, speed settings, treatment zones, technique (patterns, passes)
Asepsis, hygiene, cross-infection control, sharps/hazard waste disposal
Pre-treatment planning: client consultation, consent, skin prep, representative expectations
After-care instructions (what patients should/shouldn’t do)
Home-care products, serums and adjuncts (PRP, exosomes, peels)
Recognising and managing adverse reactions and complications (bleeding, infection, hyper-pigmentation, scarring)
Realistic outcome timelines and patient expectations
Setting up a microneedling service: pricing, consent forms, documentation
Insurance, regulatory environment, clinic set-up, equipment procurement
Marketing the treatment: client consultation scripts, before-&-after photography, upselling with other therapies
Record-keeping & audit trails
Written/online quick quiz or scenario questions
Practical sign-off: delegate performs a treatment under supervision
Feedback, discussion of case studies
Course wrap-up, certificate issuance, next steps / advanced modules
Yes. Upon successful completion, you receive a Certificate of Completion in Medical Microneedling accredited for 8 CPD points, awarded by University of Greater Manchester.
In the UK, medical microneedling should only be performed by qualified healthcare professionals such as doctors, dentists, and nurses with appropriate aesthetics training and indemnity insurance. Our course ensures compliance with the latest industry and regulatory standards.
We are partnered with SkinPen gold standard precision, the first FDA-cleared microneedling device with CE Class IIa medical certification. It ensures precision, safety, and clinically proven results.
Our educators include visiting professors, consultant plastic surgeons, aesthetic doctors, and advanced nurse practitioners who actively practise within the Cavendish Clinic Group. Their expertise ensures evidence-based teaching and real-world case insight.
Yes. Graduates gain ongoing access to clinical mentorship, refresher content (free), and exclusive partner discounts on SkinPen devices and consumables through Cavendish’s industry partnerships.
Yes. Our microneedling course forms part of a structured educational pathway leading to Advanced Microneedling (with PRP & Exosomes) and the Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Laser & Skin Therapies — offering true academic progression within aesthetic medicine.
Absolutely. Unlike theory-only courses, our delegates perform live model treatments using the SkinPen Precision device, ensuring confidence and practical competency from day one.
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