Duration: 1 Day
Level: Beginner
CPD Accredited
Trainer: Dr Sam Aravinth – Samara Aesthetics Academy
Location: Perth, WA
Cost: $2,500
A hands-on course with live models
The Dermal Filler Basics Course is designed for novice injectors who wish to gain the foundational skills required to safely and confidently perform dermal filler treatments.
This course covers everything from filler selection to facial anatomy, technique refinement, and complication management—giving you the clinical confidence to begin offering high-quality aesthetic care.
You will also receive in-depth, hands-on training on live models under the direct supervision of expert trainers.
Introduction to Dermal Filler Techniques
The Initial Consultation & Facial Assessment
Core Injection Techniques
Learn a variety of techniques tailored to common aesthetic concerns:
Depth of placement and safety zones for optimal outcomes
Practical Component – Live Model Training
Your practical component includes supervised, hands-on experience:
Complication Management & Patient Safety
Certification & Ongoing Support
Entry Requirements
Your Next Step in Aesthetic Medicine
You’ll be given guidance on the next steps in setting up your own clinic or working in a mentored clinic.
The Dermal Filler Basics Course is a one-day beginner-level training program designed for medical professionals who want to develop the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to perform dermal filler treatments safely and confidently. The course combines theoretical learning with hands-on training using live models.
This course is intended for registered Australian medical professionals, including doctors, nurses, and dentists who are interested in entering the field of aesthetic medicine. No prior cosmetic injectables experience is required, although participants must hold current AHPRA registration.
Participants learn the fundamentals of dermal fillers, including filler rheology and composition, product selection, facial anatomy, facial assessment, treatment planning, consultation skills, and patient communication. The course also introduces safe injection practices and aesthetic treatment principles.
The practical and theoretical training covers common dermal filler treatment areas, including the lips, cheeks, and marionette lines. Participants learn techniques for volumisation, contouring, facial balancing, and enhancement while developing an understanding of appropriate product placement and treatment planning.
Yes. A key component of the course is supervised practical training on live models. Participants perform patient assessments and injection techniques under the direct guidance of experienced trainers, allowing them to build confidence in a real clinical setting.
Yes. Patient safety is a major focus of the program. Participants learn how to recognise and manage potential complications, including vascular occlusion and other filler-related adverse events. The course also covers emergency protocols and strategies for minimising risk during treatment.
Yes. Upon successful completion, participants receive a CPD-accredited Certificate of Completion. Graduates also gain access to ongoing mentorship and support to help them continue developing their skills and confidence in aesthetic practice.
After completing the course, participants should have a solid understanding of dermal filler treatments, patient assessment, facial anatomy, and injection techniques. The course is designed to provide the knowledge and practical foundation needed to begin offering dermal filler treatments or progress to further aesthetic training.
