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Choosing a Trusted Training Provider in Aesthetic Medicine
Interface Aesthetics is proud to be named as one of BCAM’s trusted aesthetic medicine training providers, proof of its genuine expertise in the industry.
The field of Aesthetic Medicine has experienced remarkable growth in recent years. As the speciality evolves, more and more healthcare professionals are seeking high-quality, evidence-based training to deliver the safest and most effective care for their patients. However, choosing a trusted training provider can be challenging in an industry that, in the UK, remains only partially regulated.
The introduction of regulated qualifications, such as the Ofqual-accredited Level 7 Diploma in Injectables for Aesthetic Medicine – including the VTCT Level 7 Diploma delivered by Interface Aesthetics – has marked a significant step in the right direction.
In parallel, the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) has accredited only a small number of providers who have met their rigorous standards of clinical education and governance. These developments provide important benchmarks for healthcare professionals when appraising and assessing the quality of aesthetic training providers in the UK.
More recently, another important milestone has been reached through greater collaboration across the educational landscape: the British College of Aesthetic Medicine (BCAM) has formally recognised a select group of affiliate education and training providers, reflecting a shared commitment to raising educational standards and professional integrity in aesthetic medicine.
Who is the British College of Aesthetic Medicine (BCAM)?
The British College of Aesthetic Medicine is the UK’s leading representative body for doctors and dentists practising aesthetic medicine. BCAM promotes safe, ethical, and evidence-based clinical practice, supporting its members through education, professional development, and regulatory guidance.
Each year, BCAM hosts the BCAM Annual Conference, one of the most respected gatherings in aesthetic medicine, attracting clinicians, researchers, and educators from across the UK and beyond. The conference has previously featured Interface Aesthetics faculty members James Olding and Julie Scott, who have contributed as expert speakers, reflecting our shared commitment to advancing standards and education within the profession.
BCAM’s recent announcement of its Affiliate Training Providers marks an exciting new chapter in the college’s mission to foster collaboration and consistency across aesthetic education.
We are proud to announce that Interface Aesthetics has been named as one of these recognised affiliate providers, joining an elite group of educational organisations that have demonstrated excellence in training standards, faculty expertise, and commitment to patient safety.
BCAM Affiliate Training Providers
In 2025, BCAM announced the first group of Affiliate Training Providers, recognising organisations that have demonstrated outstanding commitment to educational excellence, clinical standards, and alignment with BCAM’s mission to raise professionalism across the aesthetics sector.
We are proud that Interface Aesthetics has been named among this select group – alongside Queen Mary University of London, Aesthetic Intelligence and Acquisition Aesthetics – each contributing to the advancement of aesthetic medicine education in their own distinct way.
- Interface Aesthetics
- Queen Mary University of London
- Aesthetic Intelligence
- Acquisition Aesthetics
1. Interface Aesthetics
Interface Aesthetics is an award-winning national aesthetic training provider based in London and Manchester. It delivers Ofqual-regulated education through the Level 7 Diploma in Injectables.
Founded and led by Mr James Olding, Senior Registrar in Maxillofacial Surgery, Medical Aesthetic Practitioner of the Year 2025, and Global Educator in Aesthetic Medicine, Interface Aesthetics has become synonymous with clinical integrity, academic rigour, and genuine expertise.
As one of the few academies approved by the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP), Interface Aesthetics provides structured, evidence-based pathways for doctors, dentists, and other registered healthcare professionals entering the field. Its philosophy is to place genuine clinical expertise at the heart of every training experience – ensuring that every delegate learns directly from practitioners with deep experience in both aesthetic medicine and wider surgical or medical practice.
This latest BCAM Affiliate status reinforces Interface Aesthetics’ position as a trusted leader in the training and professional development of future aesthetic practitioners.
2. Queen Mary University of London
Queen Mary University of London offers the MSc in Aesthetic Medicine, one of the first postgraduate university programmes of its kind in the UK. This highly respected qualification provides a strong academic and research-based foundation in aesthetic medicine, covering anatomy, skin science, and procedural principles alongside research methods and critical appraisal.
The Queen Mary MSc attracts healthcare professionals from around the world who wish to deepen their understanding of aesthetic medicine through a university-led, evidence-based approach. The programme’s emphasis on research and scientific inquiry has contributed to the broader recognition of aesthetic medicine as a legitimate and evolving medical discipline.
3. Aesthetic Intelligence
Aesthetic Intelligence represents a dynamic and modern approach to training in aesthetic medicine. The organisation is known for its innovative teaching model, integrating hands-on clinical experience with digital learning and mentoring to help healthcare professionals develop both the technical and artistic dimensions of aesthetic practice.
By combining accessible education with a focus on safety, ethics, and long-term professional development, Aesthetic Intelligence contributes to raising standards across the sector and encouraging reflective, confident practitioners.
4. Acquisition Aesthetics
Acquisition Aesthetics, led by Dr Lara Watson and Dr Priya Chadha, is a multi-award-winning national training academy recognised for its comprehensive practical training programmes and commitment to supporting practitioners throughout their careers. The academy offers both entry-level and advanced courses, including the VTCT Level 7 Diploma in Injectables.
Through a combination of structured education, practical supervision, and post-course support, Acquisition Aesthetics has built a reputation for excellence and continues to champion patient safety and practitioner competence across the UK.
These four affiliate academies – Interface Aesthetics, Queen Mary University of London, Aesthetic Intelligence, and Acquisition Aesthetics – represent a shared vision for the future of aesthetic medicine: one where education is ethical, regulated, and grounded in clinical expertise and evidence-based practice.
Interface Aesthetics: Raising Standards Through Education
At Interface Aesthetics, we are proud to be one of a select group of training academies affiliated with all leading UK regulatory and professional bodies in aesthetic medicine. These include Ofqual (via VTCT), the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP), and now the British College of Aesthetic Medicine (BCAM).
Our faculty brings together genuine experts from surgical, medical, and aesthetic disciplines who not only teach but also actively shape the field through clinical research, mentorship, and leadership. Every hands-on training day at Interface Aesthetics is led by experienced, practising clinicians who are passionate about teaching and patient safety.
We believe that collaboration is the foundation of progress – working alongside our colleagues and partners across the industry to ensure that aesthetic training standards continue to evolve. This collective effort not only enhances career development for healthcare professionals but ultimately ensures better outcomes and experiences for patients.
By aligning with BCAM and other leading bodies, Interface Aesthetics continues to champion a safe, ethical, and academically grounded future for aesthetic medicine in the UK and beyond.
