The aim of this CPD course is to equip practitioners with the knowledge and understanding of common mental health conditions and the skills required to support the mental well-being for individuals who seek cosmetic procedures. Additionally, we will examine the legal, professional, and ethical standards of practice to inform evidence-based treatment options for the management of individuals who present with mental health concerns in clinical practice.  

Content to be delivered:  

1. What is mental well-being? 
2. Factors contributing to good mental health and wellbeing. 
3. Risk factors contributing to poor mental healthal health. 
4. Misconceptions about mental health. 
5. Common mental health/psychological conditions. 
6. Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) 
7. Balancing non-surgical cosmetic treatments with ethical responsibility 
8. Biomedical ethics framework. 
9. Key legislation relating to mental health  
10. Mental health and the impact on informed consent. 
11. Managing the emotional aftermath. 
12. Evolving field of Neuroaesthetics. 
13. The intersection between cosmetic treatments and psychology: the future. 

Method of learning: The course is delivered entirely online, making it accessible to participants worldwide. Learning materials include a narrated presentation, a training manual, an e-library featuring evidence-based publications, and a multiple-choice quiz to assess your skill acquisition at the end of the unit.

Facilitation: The education and training content for this course is facilitated by qualified educators who are regulated healthcare professionals and who hold master level regulated qualifications in non-surgical cosmetic practice.  

CPD Accreditation: The CPD Standards Office Provider Number: 50839

CPD Points:  10

As this course is focused on continuing professional development and learning, there are no formative or summative assessments. However, learners will complete an end-of-course multiple-choice quiz to evaluate their acquisition of knowledge and understanding, facilitating reflective practice in this critical area of non-surgical cosmetic practice.

Entry Requirements: There are no formal prerequisites for this Continued Professional Development (CPD) course; however, learners should note that CPD courses do not equate to regulated qualifications. As the name implies, CPD courses are intended for ongoing professional development to update knowledge and skills, ensuring they remain current and informed by the latest evidence-based practices.

Completion timescales: Completion is flexible to accommodate the busy demands of working professionals. Learners will have access to the platform and resources for 12 weeks for each CPD course.  

How to purchase: To purchase the course click ‘apply now’ and follow the online application and payment instructions. 

Post-Application: Following the online application and payment, learners will automatically receive an email with a username and password to access their account. You should check your spam folder if you have not received it in your inbox within 10 minutes. 

Access: To access the CPD course, please visit the MAP-IQ website and click the ‘My Account’ button located at the top right-hand corner of the homepage. You will need your username and password to access your account. After logging in to your account, you will see a list of your purchased courses. Click on the course placeholder section to begin your learning. 

Completion: On completion, you will receive a CPD e-certificate for your CPD records. 

Cost:  £99.00