You’ll need:

✓ Age: Minimum 19 years (no exceptions)

✓ Prior Qualification – ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
• Level 4 qualification in aesthetics or beauty therapy (e.g., Skin Needling and Chemical Peeling), OR
• Medical qualification (doctor, nurse, dentist)

✓ English Language: Good speaking, reading, writing, and understanding (essential for safety protocols, complication management, and client consultations)

This Level 5 aesthetic training course is perfect if you:

✓ Already hold Level 4 in aesthetics and want to progress to advanced procedures
✓ Want to specialise in advanced non-surgical skin rejuvenation
✓ Plan to progress to Level 7 injectable treatments (dermal fillers, anti-wrinkle)
✓ Feel nervous about learning advanced techniques like mesotherapy and want proper support
✓ Don’t want to feel rushed sharing equipment with 15 other students
✓ Value training in realistic clinic-like environments
✓ Work in medi-spas, aesthetic clinics, or run your own practice in London

Don’t have Level 4 yet? You’ll need to complete VTCT Skills Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Aesthetic Therapies for Skin Rejuvenation first before enrolling in this Level 5 course.

By the time you complete this VTCT Level 5 Certificate in Non-Surgical Aesthetic Procedures, you’ll confidently perform four advanced skin rejuvenation treatments:

1. Advanced Chemical Peel Treatments

What it treats: Deeper pigmentation, acne scarring, severe sun damage, pronounced fine lines and wrinkles

What you’ll master in our advanced chemical peel training:

• Medium-depth chemical peels (TCA, Jessner’s, combination peels)
• Advanced skin analysis and peel selection for complex cases
• Safe application techniques for higher-strength formulations
• Pre-conditioning protocols (skin preparation weeks before treatment)
• Post-treatment management and complication prevention
• When to avoid treatment and contraindications for deeper peels
• Managing client expectations for downtime and results

In your individual treatment room, you’ll practise repeatedly on real models with your tutor close by, perfecting your technique until you’re confident managing more aggressive chemical peel treatments.

2. Advanced Skin Needling Procedures for Skin Rejuvenation

What it treats: Severe scarring, deep wrinkles, skin laxity, advanced signs of ageing

What you’ll master in our advanced microneedling course:

• Advanced microneedling techniques with deeper needle penetration
• Treatment protocols for different body areas (face, neck, décolletage, stretch marks)
• Combining needling with serums and growth factors
• Managing bleeding, bruising, and post-treatment complications
• Proper needle depth selection for severe scarring and deep wrinkles
• When to use manual vs motorised devices
• Numbing protocols for client comfort
• Post-treatment management and wound healing support

In your individual treatment room, you’ll work on real models, learning how to manage more invasive microneedling procedures safely and professionally.

3. Needle Mesotherapy for Skin Rejuvenation and Hair Restoration

What it treats: Ageing skin, dehydration, hair loss, thinning hair, alopecia

What you’ll master in our mesotherapy training:

• Needle mesotherapy injection techniques (intradermal delivery)
• Product selection (vitamins, minerals, hyaluronic acid, peptides, growth factors)
• Treatment protocols for facial rejuvenation
• Scalp mesotherapy for hair loss and thinning
• Sterile technique and infection control
• Managing injection-related side effects (bruising, swelling)
• Client consultation and realistic outcome discussions

In your individual treatment room, you’ll practise injection techniques extensively before treating real clients – essential preparation for your progression to Level 7 injectables.

4. LED Phototherapy for Skin Rejuvenation

What it treats: Inflammation, acne, rosacea, wound healing, anti-ageing, pigmentation

What you’ll master in our LED therapy training:

• Understanding different LED wavelengths (red, blue, near-infrared)
• Treatment protocols for various skin concerns
• Combining LED with other treatments (peels, microneedling, mesotherapy)
• Safe operation of LED devices
• Evidence-based practice and managing client expectations
• When LED therapy is beneficial vs. when it’s not necessary

The Advanced Knowledge That Keeps You Safe as a Level 5 Aesthetic Practitioner:

✓ Principles of Non-Surgical Aesthetic Procedures – Advanced understanding of skin biology and treatment mechanisms
✓ Client Assessment for Complex Cases – Spotting contraindications, managing medical histories, risk assessment
✓ Advanced Skin Science – Deeper understanding of dermis, wound healing, collagen remodelling
✓ Complication Management & Emergency Protocols – What to do when things go wrong, first aid, when to refer to medical professionals

All theory is taught in context – you’ll understand WHY you’re learning it and HOW it applies to real client scenarios in advanced aesthetic practice.

Schedule: 1 day per week for 12 weeks
Hours: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Class Size: Maximum 4 students
Training Setup: Individual treatment rooms
Location: Ladbroke Grove, London (10 minute walk from the tube station)

What Makes Our Level 5 Aesthetic Training Different:

Most training academies teach advanced aesthetics in one large room with 10-20+ students sharing equipment, waiting for their turn, and feeling rushed.

At Portobello Aesthetics Training Academy, you train in individual treatment rooms – separate, professional spaces that replicate real aesthetic clinic environments in London.

Why this matters for Level 5 aesthetics training:

When you’re performing medium-depth chemical peels, advanced microneedling, or mesotherapy injections, you need:

• Focus – not distractions from a crowded room
• Space – to set up equipment properly and maintain sterile protocols
• Time – to practise advanced aesthetic techniques at your own pace without feeling rushed
• Privacy – for your client (model) and for you when learning invasive procedures
• Realistic conditions – exactly how you’ll work in a real aesthetic clinic

Our individual treatment rooms give you all of this.

What a Typical Training Day Looks Like:

Morning: Advanced theory instruction, complication management discussions, treatment demonstrations, case study analysis from real London aesthetic clinics

Afternoon: Hands-on practical work in your individual treatment room with real models, supervised by your tutor who provides immediate feedback on your advanced techniques

Throughout: Time to ask every question, practise at your own pace, master each advanced skill before moving forward

You’ll work on real models throughout the course – because practising on mannequins doesn’t prepare you for real skin, real reactions, and real client nerves about advanced treatments.

You Don’t Need to Worry About:

✓ Individual Treatment Room During Practical Training – Your own professional space for learning advanced aesthetic procedures (no sharing, no waiting, no rushing)

✓ All Professional Products & Equipment – Advanced chemical peel solutions, microneedling devices, mesotherapy products, LED machines, sterile equipment. No need to purchase expensive aesthetic equipment before starting.

✓ Practice Models Organised – We arrange all models for your practical sessions

✓ Comprehensive Course Materials – Detailed manuals, advanced treatment protocols, consent forms, complication management guides, aftercare sheets, reference materials you’ll use after graduation as a Level 5 aesthetic practitioner

✓ VTCT Registration & Assessment Fees – All included in your course fee (no hidden costs)

What You Need to Bring:

✓ Uniform: Tunic, black trousers, flat closed-toe shoes (ensures professionalism and hygiene in aesthetic practice)

✓ Enthusiasm & Questions: We want you to ask everything. Advanced treatments require precision – no question is too basic.

You’ll be assessed through:

✓ Theory Assessments – Written assignments and online tests covering advanced practice knowledge, complication management, and emergency protocols. We cover all exam content thoroughly during training.

✓ Practical Observations – Perform advanced chemical peels, microneedling, mesotherapy, and LED treatments on real clients (models) in your individual treatment room under supervision. Your tutor will be right there with you.

✓ Case Studies – Document complex real skin rejuvenation treatments from consultation through aftercare follow-up, showing your understanding of advanced professional aesthetic practice.

✓ Professional Discussions & Reflective Accounts – Demonstrate your clinical reasoning and decision-making skills for advanced procedures.

Here’s What Really Matters:

You won’t be assessed until your tutor believes you’re ready.

We don’t push students through assessments to meet course deadlines. We adjust timelines to match YOUR readiness for advanced aesthetic practice.

Struggling with a particular advanced technique? You’ll get additional practice time in your treatment room.

Unsure about complication management for mesotherapy or chemical peels? We’ll go over it again.

Nervous about your first assessed treatment? Your tutor will support you through it.

Our promise: We don’t let students graduate unless they’re genuinely ready to treat paying clients safely and confidently with advanced procedures.

Upon Successful Completion:

You’ll receive your VTCT Skills Level 5 Certificate in Non-Surgical Aesthetic Procedures for Skin Rejuvenation – an Ofqual-regulated qualification that:

✓ Makes you insurable for professional indemnity insurance covering advanced treatments
✓ Qualifies you to work in medi-spas, aesthetic clinics, dermatology clinics across London and the UK
✓ Allows you to offer advanced mesotherapy, chemical peels, and microneedling in your own practice
✓ Meets industry standards set by professional bodies
✓ Is your essential pathway to Level 7 injectable training (mandatory prerequisite)

Career Opportunities with Level 5 Aesthetic Training:

• Work as a Level 5 Advanced Skin Rejuvenation Practitioner in London’s top aesthetic clinics
• Add high-value advanced treatments to your existing services
• Specialise in complex skin concerns (severe scarring, deep pigmentation)
• Command higher treatment prices (advanced procedures = premium fees)
• Build a reputation as an advanced aesthetic practitioner
• Progress to injectable treatments (Level 7 dermal fillers and anti-wrinkle)

Where to Progress Next in Your Aesthetic Career:

Level 7 Certificate/Diploma in Non-Surgical Aesthetic Injectable Procedures (dermal fillers, anti-wrinkle treatments – Level 5 is mandatory before you can enrol)

Advanced Injectable Specialisations:
• PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Therapy
• Polynucleotides
• Skin Boosters
• Advanced Dermal Filler Techniques

Other Advanced Training:
• Level 4 Laser & IPL Treatments
• Advanced Body Treatments
• Business & Clinic Management Courses

But Here’s What Really Matters:

Even after you graduate and start treating real clients with advanced procedures, you can still call your tutor for advice.

Got a question about a tricky complication? Unsure about a client reaction? Need advice about managing expectations for complex cases?

We’re here for you.

That’s the PATA difference – you’re part of our professional aesthetic network for life.