Diploma
Medical Aesthetician
Specialisation in medical-cosmetic treatments at the interface of aesthetics and dermatology – the most comprehensive programme at LW Akademie.
About the course
The Medical Aesthetician is the most comprehensive programme at LW Akademie. In 12 months you acquire in-depth knowledge in dermatology, aesthetic medicine, professional device technology and medically grounded skin consultation. The programme is aimed at professionals who wish to work in a demanding, medically adjacent environment.
What you will learn
- Classify complex skin conditions and develop treatment strategies
- Safely and effectively carry out aesthetic-medical treatments
- Apply professional device technology (laser, IPL, RF, microneedling)
- Use medical terminology confidently
- Shape interdisciplinary collaboration with doctors
- Conduct high-quality consultations for discerning clients
- Implement quality management and practice management professionally
- Evaluate scientific sources and work evidence-based
Course content
1Semester 1 – Medical foundations
- Advanced dermatology: conditions, diagnostics, therapy
- Immunology and wound healing
- Endocrinology: hormones and skin
- Pharmacology: topical active ingredients and interactions
- Medical anamnesis and documentation
2Semester 2 – Aesthetic medicine
- Anti-ageing: mechanisms and treatment concepts
- Fillers and botox: foundations, limits, collaboration with doctors
- Microneedling: technique, active ingredients, indications
- Chemical peels: depths, acids, protocols
- Scar management: scar treatment and prevention
3Semester 3 – Device technology
- V-NISSG foundations (integrated, competence certificate included)
- Laser and IPL: hair removal, pigmentation, vascular
- Radiofrequency and ultrasound: tightening and contouring
- LED therapy and photobiomodulation
- Combination of devices and synergistic protocols
4Semester 4 – Specialist areas
- Oncology aesthetics: foundations and precautions
- Male aesthetics: growing market and specifics
- Periorbital area: eyelid, eyebrow, lashes
- Body treatments: peeling, wraps, massages
- Nutritional-medical approach: diet and skin
5Semester 5 – Consultation & business
- High-quality client consultation and sales psychology
- Practice marketing and social media for professionals
- Legal aspects of aesthetics
- Quality management and hygiene to ISO standards
- Business management: calculation, pricing, planning
6Semester 6 – Graduation & practice
- Placement in a medical facility or clinic (supervised)
- Dissertation: case study with treatment planning
- Practical examination: full treatment and consultation
- Final theory examination
- Diploma presentation
Career options after completing
Own medical-cosmetic practice
Aesthetic dermatology (assistant)
Medical clinic or private clinic
Premium spa and wellness resort
Training and education (lecturer)
Product development / medical technology