By NAIMA Education Team · Reviewed by NAIMA Clinical Faculty
Quick answer: NAIMA, the North American Institute of Medical Aesthetics, offers hands-on aesthetic training in Calgary for licensed health professionals. Core options are the 2-day Neuromodulators Certification (CAD $2,500), the 2-day Dermal Filler Certification (CAD $4,500) and the 8-Day Preceptorship Program (CAD $9,995). Every NAIMA course and masterclass is offered in Calgary.
Key facts
- Calgary programs: every NAIMA course and masterclass is offered in Calgary, including all certifications, masterclasses and bundles.
- Neuromodulators Certification: 2 days, with a minimum of 13 supervised procedures on live models provided by NAIMA.
- Who can enrol: licensed medical practitioners, including physicians, surgeons, nurse practitioners, RNs, LPNs, RPNs, internationally trained medical graduates and dentists.
- Venue and schedule: sessions run regularly; Book a call with Admissions to choose your dates, and your venue details are confirmed when you book. See the Calgary course listing.
- Payment: Humm financing up to $30,000 (0% interest on eligible loans) or four bi-weekly instalments.
- Calgary faculty: Raj Parmar is listed as Lead Course Instructor - Injectables NAIMA Calgary.
- Alberta rule: nurses inject neuromodulators only with a client-specific order from an authorized prescriber (CRNA).
What is NAIMA?
NAIMA is a Canadian professional training and certification provider for medical aesthetics, with 15,000+ graduates and 22 instructors listed on its site. It trains nurses, physicians, dentists and other licensed professionals in Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Montreal, Kitchener and Regina.
NAIMA describes its approach as "medical aesthetics education that connects knowledge with hands-on practice." Programs combine theory with supervised practice, practical guidance and post-course support. The catalogue falls into four groups:
- Injectables: neuromodulators, dermal fillers and advanced injection techniques
- Medical and regenerative medicine: PRP, hormone health and regenerative clinical training
- Aesthetics: facial techniques, skin treatments and aesthetic foundations
- Business and practice development: clinic operations, consultation and practice growth
For Calgary professionals, that means you can start with a single injectable certification, commit to a longer preceptorship, or add a one-day masterclass to an existing practice.
Which aesthetic courses can you take in Calgary?
The main pathways are a neuromodulator certification, a dermal filler certification, the 8-Day Preceptorship Program and a set of one-day masterclasses. Tuition is subject to change; confirm with admissions.
Course | Length | Tuition (CAD) | Hands-on component |
|---|---|---|---|
2 days | $2,500 | Minimum 13 procedures on live models provided by NAIMA | |
2 days | $4,500 | Minimum 2 procedures in each of six areas; 10 syringes per student | |
8 Days, with 2-week breaks between modules | $9,995 | Groups of 6 students across 3 training beds; models provided | |
Liquid Rhinoplasty Masterclass | 1 day | $2,995 | Supervised hands-on practice |
PRP Hair & Face Masterclass | 1 day | $2,000 | PRP treatments on live models provided by the program |
Oh! Shot™ & Erotes Shot™ Masterclass | 1 day | $2,995 | Live demonstration and hands-on practice with feedback |
Musculoskeletal Shockwave Therapy & PRP Masterclass | Confirm with admissions | $6,995 | Live demonstrations and supervised hands-on practice |
Every course in this table, and every other NAIMA masterclass and bundle, is offered in Calgary. Book a call with Admissions to choose your dates.
Injectable foundations: Botox (neuromodulator) and filler
Most new injectors start with the Neuromodulators Certification, which applies to botulinum toxin type A products such as Botox, Dysport and Xeomin. It covers face and muscle anatomy, product knowledge, safe injection practice and aftercare, then moves to supervised injections on live models. The Dermal Filler Certification adds filler-specific anatomy, product knowledge and supervised treatments across lips, jawline, chin, smile lines, cheeks and under eyes. Read the detail in our guides to Botox certification in Calgary and the dermal filler course in Calgary.
The 8-Day Preceptorship Program
The 8-Day Preceptorship Program is NAIMA's advanced, multi-module option. It covers Botox injectables, dermal fillers, PRP for hair and facial rejuvenation, fat dissolving injectables, and sales and consultation. Modules are separated by 2-week breaks, which suits working clinicians in Calgary who cannot step away for consecutive weeks. Training runs in groups of 6 students across 3 training beds, with 1:1 treatment designed to replicate a clinic.
Masterclasses
Masterclasses are focused, usually one-day sessions for practitioners who already inject or who want a clinical specialty. Every NAIMA masterclass is offered in Calgary. Options include:
- Fat Dissolving Injectables Masterclass: targets areas such as the double chin and belly fat
- Russian Lips Masterclass: lip anatomy and hands-on lip filler technique
- Thread Lift Masterclass: thread placement and technique
- Liquid Rhinoplasty Masterclass: non-surgical nose refinement using dermal filler
- PRP and men's health masterclasses: covered in our PRP and men's health training in Calgary guide
Who can enrol in aesthetic training in Calgary?
NAIMA's FAQ says licensed medical practitioners can enrol in a certification course, a masterclass or the preceptorship. It names physicians, surgeons, nurse practitioners, RNs, LPNs, RPNs and internationally trained medical graduates, and the about page also names dentists.
Entry requirements and practical training vary by program, and admissions confirms your eligibility. If you are changing careers and do not yet hold a health professional licence, raise that in your Admissions call before you plan around a course.
Post-licensure training matters in Alberta. Joint practice advice from the CLPNA, CRPNA and CRNA states that "at entry-to-practice, nurses do not have the competencies or education to perform injectable aesthetic therapies" (joint practice advice). Focused training is how nurses build that competence.
Who can inject Botox and filler in Alberta?
Alberta limits cosmetic injection to regulated professionals who are authorized and competent, and nurses need a client-specific order from an authorized prescriber for Schedule 1 drugs such as neuromodulators. The table summarizes what the colleges say; check each college for current requirements.
Profession | What Alberta sources say |
|---|---|
Physician | An authorized prescriber for nurses' client-specific orders (CRNA). Confirm current expectations with the CPSA. |
Nurse practitioner | An authorized prescriber. Prescribers must assess and diagnose each client before prescribing (CRNA). |
Registered nurse | May inject with a client-specific order. Standing orders "must never be used." RNs must have "reasonable access to the authorized prescriber" (CRNA). |
Licensed practical nurse | Client-specific order for Schedule 1 drugs and consent each time (CLPNA). CLPNA removed the direct or indirect supervision requirement. |
Registered psychiatric nurse | Covered by the joint CLPNA, CRPNA and CRNA practice advice. |
Dentist | Listed by CRNA as a possible prescriber. Own cosmetic scope: confirm with your college. |
Pharmacist | Since 2025, must not administer an injection for aesthetic purposes as a regulated member (Alberta College of Pharmacy). |
Esthetician | Injection is a restricted activity limited to authorized regulated professionals (CRNA). |
Sources: CRNA, Injectable Cosmetic Therapies: Practice Advice for Registered Nurses; CLPNA, LPN Practice Guideline: Injectable Aesthetic Therapies and its supervision notice; Alberta College of Pharmacy, standards on personal services. CLPNA appears to be rebranding as the College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides, so check the current name and documents.
Three more points matter for Calgary injectors. First, CRNA states that "only an authorized prescriber can procure Schedule 1 drugs." Second, CRNA's wording on prescriber availability is "reasonable access." Third, a NAIMA certificate is education; it does not by itself authorize anyone to inject. Our full breakdown is in Who Can Inject Botox and Filler in Alberta?
Scope of practice is set by your regulatory college. Confirm with your college before practising.
How much does aesthetic training cost in Calgary?
Tuition runs from CAD $2,000 for the PRP Hair & Face Masterclass to CAD $9,995 for the 8-Day Preceptorship Program, with the Neuromodulators Certification at CAD $2,500 and the Dermal Filler Certification at CAD $4,500. Book a call with Admissions for pricing on other masterclasses.
You can pay in three ways:
- Upfront at enrolment.
- Four bi-weekly instalments, per NAIMA's FAQ.
- Humm financing through NAIMA's financing page: up to $30,000 for tuition and materials, 0% interest on eligible loans, terms up to 5 years in equal monthly payments, early repayment without penalty, and a credit decision in less than 7 minutes. Humm confirms approval, rates and terms at application.
Online card checkout does not submit a Humm application. Contact admissions first to arrange financing, then confirm enrolment once it is in place.
Refunds and rescheduling: NAIMA's refund policy gives a full refund for Certification Courses with written notice 30 days before the class starts. NAIMA has no partial refund policy. You may reschedule to any course with 15 days' notice before the class begins.
Where is NAIMA's Calgary training held?
Every NAIMA course and masterclass is offered in Calgary. Your venue details are confirmed when you book, so you can plan travel around a confirmed address.
To plan your Calgary training:
- Check the Calgary course listing for current sessions.
- Book a call with Admissions to choose your dates (a 30-minute call with a NAIMA Admissions Coordinator).
- Discuss your licence, experience and goals, and which programs suit your timeline.
- Book time off or travel once your dates and venue details are confirmed.
Training from Airdrie, Cochrane, Okotoks, Chestermere, Canmore, Red Deer and southern Alberta
Calgary is the practical training centre for professionals across southern Alberta. Nurses and physicians in Airdrie, Cochrane, Okotoks and Chestermere can usually commute in for a course day. Practitioners in Canmore, Red Deer and smaller southern Alberta communities may want to plan an overnight stay, especially for 2-day certifications.
A few planning tips:
- Book once your venue is confirmed. Your venue details are confirmed when you book; arrange accommodation after that.
- Plan around module breaks. The 8-Day Preceptorship Program has 2-week breaks between modules, so you return to Calgary several times.
- Flying in. If you are travelling from outside the region, Calgary International Airport is the usual entry point.
- Have your licence details ready. Admissions confirms eligibility during your call.
Your regulator does not change based on where you train. If you practise in Red Deer or Canmore, the same Alberta colleges (CRNA, CLPNA, CRPNA and CPSA) apply.
Should you train in Calgary or Edmonton?
Both cities sit under the same Alberta regulators and offer every NAIMA course, so the choice usually comes down to travel time and venue logistics. NAIMA's 3-Master Classes: Men's Health & Sexual Wellness page notes "multi-city training (Calgary & Edmonton)." For a side-by-side view, read Medical Aesthetics Courses in Alberta: Calgary vs Edmonton.
What happens after you certify?
After certification, you still need the authorizing pieces Alberta requires, such as a prescriber relationship and client-specific orders, before you treat clients. NAIMA adds several graduate supports:
- Graduate membership: complimentary, with no membership fee. It includes a membership certificate, free access to virtual live training with a certificate of participation, and email updates on internships, job opportunities, model calls and promotions.
- Practice with models: NAIMA's FAQ says graduates can practise by bringing models to a 3D Lifestyle Clinic, only under an expert medical practitioner's supervision. The 3D Lifestyle clinics named on the site are in Vancouver and Coquitlam, BC.
- Preceptorship pathway: NAIMA's FAQ says about two in three 8-Day Preceptorship graduates work at 3D Lifestyle Clinics or affiliated partner clinics across North America, usually starting part-time at one day a week. The course page says graduates "may be eligible for part-time employment opportunities"; employment is not guaranteed.
Marketing your services in Alberta
Plan your marketing with your college's rules in mind. CRNA advises nurses to avoid "endorsements or testimonials about products, services or results" and not to offer inducements such as limited-time offers or discount coupons. The CPSA Advertising standard bars physicians from testimonials and inducements such as time-limited prices, coupons and gift certificates. Federal rules also restrict how prescription drugs are advertised to the public (Food and Drug Regulations, C.01.044).
How to choose your first course: a step-by-step plan
- Confirm your scope. Check your college's current guidance on injectable aesthetic therapies.
- Book a call with Admissions. A 30-minute call covers your background, goals and the right program.
- Pick a starting point. Choose the Neuromodulators Certification, the Dermal Filler Certification, or the 8-Day Preceptorship Program if you want a structured, multi-modality start.
- Arrange payment. Decide between upfront payment, four bi-weekly instalments or Humm financing.
- Confirm logistics. Choose your Calgary dates on your Admissions call; your venue details are confirmed when you book.
- Set up your practice framework. Before treating clients, put a prescriber relationship and client-specific orders in place, as Alberta guidance requires.
About the faculty
NAIMA lists 22 instructors. Faculty include:
- Raj Parmar, Lead Course Instructor - Injectables NAIMA Calgary
- Maneesha Fraser, Head of NAIMA & Lead Aesthetics Trainer
- Dr. Inna Polyakov, Aesthetic Physician & Chief Medical Officer
- Dr. Jimmy Kwok, Clinical Assistant Professor and Masterclass Instructor for NAIMA's men's health, joint PRP and shockwave masterclasses
- Dr. Peguy Telusma, Family & Aesthetic Medicine Physician and PRP Instructor
- Fozia Johri, Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner
- Brandy Bordula, Medical Esthetician & Licensed Practical Nurse, Clinic Owner & Educator
Your Admissions call confirms your instructor for your Calgary session.
Frequently asked questions
Does NAIMA offer aesthetic training in Calgary?
Yes. Every NAIMA course and masterclass is offered in Calgary. Book a call with Admissions to choose your dates; your venue details are confirmed when you book.
How long is Botox (neuromodulator) training in Calgary?
NAIMA's Neuromodulators Certification is a 2-day course. It includes a minimum of 13 supervised procedures on live cosmetic models provided by NAIMA.
Who can take NAIMA's aesthetic courses?
NAIMA's FAQ says licensed medical practitioners can enrol, including physicians, surgeons, nurse practitioners, RNs, LPNs, RPNs and internationally trained medical graduates. The about page also names dentists. Admissions confirms eligibility for each program.
Can nurses inject Botox in Alberta without a doctor?
CRNA guidance says RNs need a client-specific order from an authorized prescriber, such as a physician, nurse practitioner or dentist, for Schedule 1 drugs like neuromodulators. Standing orders must never be used. Scope of practice is set by your regulatory college, so confirm with your college before practising.
Can pharmacists inject Botox in Alberta?
No, not as regulated members. Since 2025, Alberta College of Pharmacy standards say a regulated member must not administer an injection for aesthetic purposes in their capacity as a regulated member.
How much does aesthetic training cost in Calgary?
NAIMA tuition is CAD $2,500 for the Neuromodulators Certification, CAD $4,500 for the Dermal Filler Certification and CAD $9,995 for the 8-Day Preceptorship Program. You can pay upfront, in four bi-weekly instalments, or through Humm financing up to $30,000 arranged with admissions. Tuition is subject to change, so confirm with admissions.
Do I need to bring my own models?
No. NAIMA provides live models for its Neuromodulators, Dermal Filler, Preceptorship and PRP Hair & Face courses. Its FAQ also says students may bring their own models to training.
Ready to plan your Calgary training?
Start with the Neuromodulators Certification or review the full 8-Day Preceptorship Program, then Book a call with Admissions to confirm eligibility and choose your Calgary dates. You can also call 416.623.8424 or email education@naimaed.ca.
