For licensed doctors and dentists
Botox course for doctors within the Master's programme in Aesthetic Medicine
In the Botox course you learn, in a hands-on way, how to perform botulinum toxin treatments safely and precisely — from the anatomical foundations and supervised application through to informing your patients.
- Part of the university Master's
- ISO 9001 certified
- Hands-on, not just theory
University sponsorship
An official Master's degree programme of the universities of Camerino and Turin
Two state-run Italian universities founded the programme more than 10 years ago and have refined it ever since. The professors of Camerino and Turin teach, and the universities hold the final examination and award the Master's degree with 120 ECTS.
Università di CamerinoProgramme sponsor
Università di TorinoProgramme sponsor
ISO 9001
Quality certificate
Human Design
Location partner in Cologne
Why a Botox course
Why a specialised Botox course pays off
Botulinum toxin treatments are among the most common minimally invasive procedures worldwide. Patients expect visible yet natural results and increasingly look for qualified providers with sound training.
A structured Botox course gives you the expertise you need. You understand the mechanism of action, the indications and the limits of the treatment, and you can keep complications low from the very start.
Course content
What you learn in the Botox course
The course is divided into three building blocks, from the foundations to the management of complications.
Medical foundations and safety
The course begins with the scientific and safety-relevant foundations, so that you can perform treatments correctly and responsibly.
- Mechanism of action of botulinum toxin and relevant product properties
- Indications in the aesthetic facial area and their limits
- Anatomy of the mimic musculature and important vascular courses
- Contraindications and risk factors
- Hygiene, documentation and duties to inform
Practical application and injection techniques
The focus is on treatment at the patient. You learn to create individual treatment plans and to match dosage, injection points and technique with confidence.
- Analysis of the face and mimicry at rest and in motion
- Planning of injection points and dosages for typical zones such as the forehead, frown lines and crow's feet
- Injection techniques, needle selection and depth control
- Managing pain perception and patient comfort
- Aftercare, follow-up appointments and correction options
Side effects and complication management
Even with careful work, undesired effects can occur. You learn to recognise these systematically and to treat them properly.
- Distinguishing typical from atypical side effects
- Documentation and communication with patients
- Conservative measures and observation strategies
Your next step
Stand out with the Master in Aesthetic Medicine
Extend your qualification, flexibly alongside your profession.
Your path into the programme
Apply in 3 steps
Applying is free and commits you to nothing. You only decide whether to enrol after you have heard back from us.
Fill in the form
Complete the application form here on the page. Your name, email and a few lines about your professional background are enough to start — it takes about 2 minutes.
Submit your documents
You receive a confirmation email with the list of required documents: the completed Application Form, a copy of your passport and the certified translation of your degree certificate. Simply reply directly to that email.
Hear back from us
We review your documents and get back to you with the outcome. If you have any open questions, we are happy to offer a phone call. You then decide on enrolment at your own pace.
Target audience
Who is the Botox course for?
The course is aimed at doctors and dentists as well as other legally authorised health professionals who want to extend or deepen their offering in aesthetic medicine. Both newcomers and experienced practitioners benefit: the foundations are taught in a structured way, existing knowledge is updated and deepened in hands-on case discussions.
Benefits for your practice
What certified Botox training brings your practice
A professionally completed course has a direct effect on the quality of your treatments — and therefore on the satisfaction and loyalty of your patients.
- More confidence in indication and dosage
- More planning certainty with a lower complication rate
- More professional assurance in patient conversations
- A structured approach to first and follow-up treatments
- A solid basis on which to develop your aesthetic expertise further
From graduates for future students
What graduates say about the Master's
Four colleagues from different specialties share their experience of the programme.
Suitable for beginners and advanced practitioners alike. Our cohort was a very mixed group, from doctors who had just sat their final exams to specialists from a wide range of disciplines.
Dr. med. (it) Majdi Wattad
Anesthesiologist
Well organised, plenty of theory, but also a great deal of hands-on practice. I know of no other training that comes close to conveying this much knowledge of aesthetic medicine.
Dr. med. Kostas Michael
Surgeon
Finally I could find all my missing tricks and knowledge in aesthetic medicine field with this master program. The program makes me feel confident to practice aesthetic medicine within all subjects of non surgical aesthetics and surrounded by evidence based knowledge. Since I come from abroad the staff has been very helpful in managing the required documents for the credentials and visa issues.
Dr. med. Husam
Dentist
I'm very satisfied. The professors take a great deal of time to answer questions or to demonstrate treatment techniques. In two years you learn so much of what aesthetic medicine has to offer.
Dr. med. Yvonne Polydorou
General practitioner
About Us
The Human Design team provides the premises for the International Master's programme in Aesthetic Medicine in Cologne. The programme was founded more than 10 years ago by the Italian universities of Camerino and Turin and has been continuously improved ever since. It takes place in three European cities (Rome, Athens and Cologne) and is taught by international lecturers and professors of the Italian universities. Regardless of the host city, the cadaver lab is held in Verona and the final examination takes place in Rome, followed by the award of the diploma.
Learn from the best.
Our lecturers are recognised experts in aesthetic medicine with years of experience in teaching and practice.
We regularly invite guest speakers from all over the world to give you insights into the latest trends and research.
Application and advice
Start your application
Fill in the form or ask your questions about the programme. Our student advisors will get back to you personally.
Free consultation
Clarify the process, costs and admission in a conversation before you apply. Call us or send an email.
- Free and without obligation — you only decide after you hear back from us
- A personal reply directly from our student advisors
- We treat your details confidentially
- Advice in German, English or Italian
Application form
Also for general questions about the programme.
Long-term value
How you benefit from the Botox course in the long term
The value does not end with the course day. You gain a conceptual understanding as well as sound knowledge and practical skills that you can transfer to different patient types and age groups. You learn to assess individual wishes realistically, to avoid over-correction, and to focus treatments on preserving and harmonising a natural facial expression.
The combination of theoretical knowledge and hands-on content creates a solid foundation on which you can build further offerings in aesthetic medicine.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about the Botox course
Answers to the questions we receive most often about the Botox course.
How much prior experience do I need to take part?
You should have a basic medical education and the legal authorisation to carry out injectable treatments. Practical experience in aesthetic medicine is helpful but not mandatory, as we build up the foundations in a structured way.
How can I deepen my knowledge further after the course?
After the course, regular refreshers, advanced specialist courses on individual areas or combination therapies, and exchange with colleagues are recommended. The full framework for this is provided by the Master's programme in aesthetic and regenerative medicine.
How do I reach the premises in Cologne?
The premises in Cologne are easy to reach by train (main station a 10-minute taxi ride away, Deutz station a 5-minute taxi ride) and by car (car park directly opposite). Cologne/Bonn Airport and Düsseldorf Airport are also not far away.
Anything else can be clarified in a free consultation with our student advisors.
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Your next step in aesthetic medicine
Secure your place in the next cohort
If you want to build your expertise systematically, quality-oriented training is the first step. The Botox course is part of the part-time Master's in aesthetic and regenerative medicine. Applying takes only a few minutes and commits you to nothing.
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