VTCT Skills Level 7 Diploma in Clinical Aesthetic Injectable Treatments
The VTCT Skills (ITEC) Level 7 Diploma (MA7D1) is the Ofqual-regulated qualification recognised as the compliance pathway for practitioners performing botulinum toxin and dermal filler treatments. As an approved VTCT Skills centre, we deliver it in small groups from our CQC-registered clinic at 22 Harley Street — with one-to-one mentorship and live patient sessions throughout.
A regulated, master’s-level qualification
The Level 7 Diploma is the highest regulated qualification in medical aesthetics in the UK. It is designed for registered healthcare professionals who want to practise botulinum toxin and dermal filler treatments safely, to a nationally recognised standard, and to evidence their competence for insurers, registers and regulators.
At PHP Training Academy the diploma is taught by GMC and GPhC registered prescriber trainers, in cohorts of no more than six — so every delegate gets genuine hands-on time and individual supervision.
Ofqual-regulated Level 7 · Qualification 603/5968/7 (MA7D1)
60 credits · 175 guided learning hours
JCCP-approved qualification · Post-nominal PGDipAes (VTCT)
Open to registered healthcare professionals
Blended — online theory plus hands-on at Harley Street
Portfolio of supervised real-patient cases, one-to-one
VTCT Skills Approved Centre (4942/000)
Who can apply
Entry is open to professionals registered with a healthcare statutory regulator, who hold a Level 6 (degree-level) qualification and have prescribing supervision in place. You do not need to be an independent prescriber yourself — you will be supervised by a qualified prescribing practitioner throughout.
Doctors (GMC)
Dentists (GDC)
Nurses & Midwives (NMC)
Pharmacists (GPhC / PSNI)
Other statutory-regulated professionals — enquire
English language IELTS 7.0 (or equivalent) is required where English is not your first language. Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) is available.
How the diploma is delivered
The programme is blended and built around real clinical practice, adapted to each professional’s starting experience level.
Course structure & how you’re assessed
The Diploma is
60 credits
(175 guided learning hours; 600 total qualification time), graded Pass/Fail, across six mandatory units:
UMA1 — Principles of aesthetic procedures
UMA2 — Principles & practice of aesthetic patient assessment
UMA3 — Anatomy & physiology for aesthetic procedures
UMA4 — Principles & practice of botulinum toxin use
UMA5 — Principles & practice of dermal filler use
UMA6 — Literature review skills for clinical study
How you’re assessed
Clinical case studies — observed & supervised toxin and filler procedures (DOPS)
Literature review report (1,500–2,000 words)
Short answer response assignment
Treatment scenarios assignment
External theory examination (set & marked by VTCT Skills)
Final practical assessment on a real client (DOPS)
Duration & what you achieve
Most delegates complete the diploma in around 9–14 months alongside their existing work, with up to 24 months allowed. Because it is portfolio-based and adapted to your experience, it flexes around you.
On successful completion you will hold the Ofqual-regulated VTCT Skills Level 7 Diploma and be able to evidence safe, competent practice in the most commonly requested injectable treatments — supporting your professional insurance, your standing with registers such as the JCCP, and your patients’ confidence.
Investment
£8,500 + VAT
Included
£10,200 inc. VAT
VTCT registration fee included — no hidden extras. Finance options available; ask us about spreading the cost.
How to apply
Frequently asked questions
Yes. The diploma is open to registered professionals such as doctors, dentists, nurses, pharmacists, physiotherapists, paramedics, ODPs, dental therapists and hygienists. Applicants are assessed individually.
Typically 9–14 months alongside your work, with up to 24 months allowed. It’s flexible and portfolio-based.
Yes — it is an Ofqual-regulated Level 7 qualification (603/5968/7, MA7D1), delivered by an approved VTCT Skills centre and recognised by the JCCP.
Both. Theory is delivered through our online learning platform; practical training and supervised injecting take place at our Harley Street clinic.
Yes. You build a portfolio of supervised real-patient cases under one-to-one expert supervision.
Yes — ask us about spreading the cost of your training.
Gain the gold-standard qualification
Train for the VTCT Skills Level 7 Diploma in small groups, with registered prescriber trainers. Enquire today and we’ll confirm the next intake.