U07 Responsible Prescribing in Non-Surgical Cosmetic Procedures

AIM:

The aim of this continued professional development (CPD) course is to equip practitioners with knowledge and understanding of legislation, regulatory body standards and best practice for responsible prescribing in non-surgical cosmetic practice.  

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

1. Analyse national legislation that governs prescribing practice in the UK. 
2. Analyse the key regulatory body standards and guidelines that govern prescribing practices in private non-surgical cosmetic procedures. 
3. Apply best practice standards in their prescribing actions and decisions, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical requirements in non-surgical cosmetic practice. 
4. Evaluate the potential risks associated with prescribing in non-surgical cosmetics and formulate strategies to mitigate risks to enhance patient safety. 

Facilitated Content 

• Relevant legislation and medication classifications  
• Prescription only medications 
• Enforcement of regulatory prescribing standards 
• Remote consultation and prescribing in therapeutic practice 
• Holding Sock POMs  
• Responsible prescribing in non-surgical cosmetic practice 
• Regulatory Body Position  
• Voluntary Sector Best Practice Standards  
• Advertising POMs 
• Prescribing Competency 
• Conducting a Medical Consultation  
• Prescribing Unlicensed and Off licensed POMs  
• Holding and prescribing Emergency POMs 
• Remote and Repeat prescribing 
• Delegation of POMs 
• Prescribing of Minors  
• Breach of legislation and professional standards 
• Clinical Governance 
• Self -Directed Learning – EBP and research  
• End of Course Exam  
• Reflective Practice

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 test your acquited knoledge and understanding.

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