Online · Foundation · CPD Certified
Facial Anatomy
& Physiology
The knowledge that underpins every safe injectable procedure. This online, self-paced foundation course covers the bones, muscles, fat compartments, blood vessels, nerves and skin of the face — and how they change with age — so you understand exactly what lies beneath the needle.
Course Overview
Level
Foundation
No prerequisites
Attendance
None required
no practical
Certificate
CPD Certified
on passing
Fee
£800 + VAT
SoMUK £640
Facial anatomy is the first step for anyone new to aesthetic medicine, and we recommend it before any injectable training. Created by Dr Philippe Hamida-Pisal, the course is fully online, so you can study at your own pace and return to the material whenever you need it.
Who Can Attend
This is a foundation course with no entry requirements.
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New to aesthetic medicine
The recommended first step before any injectable course, including Botox and Fillers Level 1 and our regenerative courses
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Practising injectors
A thorough refresher on vascular danger zones and facial nerve anatomy
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No prerequisites
Open to registered healthcare professionals and aesthetic practitioners
Course Fees
A single fee for online, self-paced study. There is no one-to-one option. All prices exclude VAT.
★ SoMUK member
£640
+ VAT
★ SoMUK member price
Current members of the Society of Mesotherapy UK (SoMUK) receive 20% off the course fee. Membership is verified at the time of booking. Your login is issued when you book.
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What You Will Learn
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Describe the bony anatomy of the face and how bone loss affects facial shape with age.
- Identify the muscles of facial expression and their actions.
- Describe the superficial and deep fat compartments and how they change with ageing.
- Map the facial vasculature and recognise the danger zones for injectable treatments.
- Describe the anatomy of the facial nerve and its branches.
- Explain skin anatomy and the processes of skin ageing.
How the Course Works
The course is six modules, completed online in your own time. There is no practical component and no attendance at any stage.
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Module 1
Bony anatomy of the face
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Module 2
Muscles of facial expression
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Module 3
Fat compartments
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Module 4
Facial vasculature and danger zones
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Module 5
Facial nerve anatomy
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Module 6
Skin anatomy and ageing
Your three steps
01
Study the modules
Work through the six modules online, at your own pace, with anatomy diagrams and injection maps.
02
Take the assessment
A multiple-choice assessment covering all six modules.
03
Receive your certificate
A personalised CPD Certified certificate once you pass.
What Is Included
Six modules
Complete facial anatomy, from bone to skin, online.
Anatomy resources
Anatomy diagrams and injection maps to refer back to.
Certificate
A personalised CPD Certified certificate on passing.
Support
Email support from our clinical team if you have questions.
Book Your Course
Book online and you will receive your login and course materials. Study and complete the assessment whenever suits you.
Anatomy first. Judgement before technique. Safety always.
Book Facial Anatomy & Physiology
Online · Self-paced · £800 + VAT
contact@phptrainingacademy.com · +44 (0)7917 785 695
Further Information and FAQs
CPD Certification
Our course material is CPD Certified by The CPD Certification Service (Member No. 7006). This confirms the material meets recognised CPD standards; it does not confirm the competence of any individual learner, which is assessed by PHP Training Academy. Your certificate is a record of training and assessment, not a regulated qualification, and does not by itself establish ongoing clinical competence. Under the GMC, GDC, NMC and HCPC, CPD is self-directed and self-declared.
Do I need to attend in person?
No. The course is fully online and self-paced.
Should I take this before an injectable course?
Yes, if you are new to aesthetic medicine. It is the recommended first step before Botox, fillers and our regenerative courses.
Is it useful for experienced injectors?
Yes. Many practitioners use it to refresh their knowledge of vascular danger zones and facial nerve anatomy.
Is there a SoMUK discount?
Yes. SoMUK members pay £640 instead of £800.
What should I take next?
Botox Level 1 and Dermal Fillers Level 1 are the natural next steps into injectable practice.
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