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Three routes. One Level 7 qualification.

Each pathway leads to a recognised Level 7 qualification. Compare the stages, durations and investment below — or let our Pathfinder recommend the right one for you.

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Qualification Route — Matrix Aesthetics Academy

Qualification Route™

Qualification Route

The complete journey. One recognised qualification.

The full structured pathway to Level 7. Four sequential stages covering foundation knowledge, core skin treatments, advanced practice and advanced injectables.

Who it's for
Career-starters building the complete pathway from foundation to Level 7.
Total investment
£7,347
Pay per level as you go, or pay the full package upfront.Full package only: £3,673.50 deposit then 12 × £306.13 — interest-free by GoCardless Direct Debit.Klarna available on individual levels and full packages.Not a credit or finance product. Matrix is not FCA-authorised.
  • Fully qualified aesthetic practitioner
  • Recognised Level 7 qualification
  • Career ready for the future
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The pathway

  1. Level 301
    Foundation Knowledge

    Online only

    • Health & Safety
    • Infection Control
    • Anatomy & Physiology
    • Pathology
    • Skin Analysis & Consultation
    2–4 weeks
    5 assignments
    £799
  2. Level 402
    Core Skin Treatments

    In-person training

    • Chemical Peels
    • Microneedling
    • Dermaplaning
    • Skin Tag Removal
    • Consultation & Treatment Planning
    4–8 weeks
    7 assignments
    £1,299
  3. Level 603
    Advanced Practice

    In-person training

    • Advanced Anatomy
    • Professional Practice
    • Clinical Decision Making
    • Infection Control (Advanced)
    • Skin Boosters (Polynucleotides)
    4–6 weeks
    4 assignments
    £1,499
  4. Level 704
    Advanced Injectables

    In-person training

    • Foundation Dermal Filler
    • Advanced Dermal Filler
    • Foundation Botulinum Toxin
    • Advanced Botulinum Toxin
    • Pre-Assessment Preparation
    • Final Practical Assessment
    4–6 weeks
    6 assignments
    £3,750

Outcome: Fully qualified aesthetic practitioner — recognised Level 7 qualification, career-ready.

Accelerator Route — Matrix Aesthetics Academy

Accelerator Route™

Accelerator Route

Accelerate your career. Earn your Level 7 qualification.

Injectables start early. A structured pathway that brings dermal filler and botulinum toxin training forward into Level 4, then progresses to Level 7.

Who it's for
Learners who want to start injectables early within a full Level 7 pathway.
Total Accelerator investment
£7,498
Pay per level as you go, or pay the full package upfront.Full package only: £3,749.00 deposit then 12 × £312.42 — interest-free by GoCardless Direct Debit.Klarna available on individual levels and full packages.Not a credit or finance product. Matrix is not FCA-authorised.
  • Full qualification pathway
  • In-person training at every stage
  • Recognised Level 7 qualification
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The pathway

  1. Level 301
    Foundation Knowledge

    Online only

    • Health & Safety
    • Infection Control
    • Anatomy & Physiology
    • Pathology
    • Skin Analysis & Consultation
    2–4 weeks
    5 assignments
    £799
  2. Level 4 + Injectables02
    Injectables Start Here

    In-person training

    • Foundation Dermal Filler
    • Foundation Botulinum Toxin
    • Advanced Dermal Filler
    • Advanced Botulinum Toxin
    • Core Skin Treatments (Peels, Microneedling, Dermaplaning, Skin Tags)
    4–8 weeks
    7 assignments
    £3,699
  3. Level 603
    Advanced Practice

    In-person training

    • Advanced Anatomy
    • Clinical Decision Making
    • Infection Control (Advanced)
    • Skin Boosters (Polynucleotides)
    • Professional Practice
    4–6 weeks
    4 assignments
    £1,250
  4. Level 704
    Competency Assessment

    Assessment only

    • Pre-Assessment Preparation
    • Final Practical Assessment
    • Portfolio & Evidence Review
    • Final Level 7 Qualification
    4–6 weeks
    6 assignments
    £1,750

    No injectable training at this stage — completed earlier.

Outcome: Recognised Level 7 qualification with injectables training delivered earlier in the journey.

Conversion Route — Matrix Aesthetics Academy

Conversion Route™

Conversion Route

Your experience. Your evidence. Your qualification.

An experience-based, competency-assessed pathway. Begin with a Skills Assessment Day; complete bridging levels only where gaps are identified.

Who it's for
Assessment-ready practitioners converting existing experience into a recognised Level 7 qualification.
Total Conversion investment (based on skills assessment outcome)
From £1,750
Payment options are available.Inquire for more information.
  • Pay only for the training you need
  • Recognised Level 7 qualification, respected in aesthetics
  • Assessment based on your skills, experience & evidence
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The pathway

  1. Step 101
    Skills Assessment Day

    Entry requirement — all practitioners start here

    • Full practical competency check
    • Identifies any skill gaps
    • Determines required training level (if any)
    1 day
    £500
  2. Level 402
    Core Skin Treatments

    Only if gaps identified

    • Core treatment knowledge
    • Safe practice & protocols
    • In-person training
    • Assessment & evaluation
    2–4 weeks
    £1,299
  3. Level 603
    Advanced Practice

    Only if gaps identified

    • Advanced anatomy
    • Clinical decision making
    • Skin boosters (polynucleotides)
    • Professional practice
    4–6 weeks
    £1,250
  4. Level 704
    Competency Assessment

    Final qualification

    • Pre-assessment preparation
    • Final practical assessment
    • Portfolio & evidence review
    • Award of Level 7 qualification
    4–6 weeks
    £1,750

    No injectable training included — must already be competent in injectables.

Outcome: Ofqual-regulated Level 7 qualification, assessment-based on your existing skills, experience and evidence.

Flexible ways to pay

Spread the cost. No interest. No finance agreement.

Two simple ways to pay across every route — choose whichever suits you.

How payment worksTake each level individually and pay as you progress, or commit to the full package upfront. The 50% deposit + 12-month plan below applies to full package bookings only. Klarna is available on individual levels and full packages.
Option 1 — Full package onlyInterest-free

50% deposit + 12 months

Pay half upfront, then spread the balance over 12 monthly payments by GoCardless Direct Debit. No fees. No interest. Full package bookings only.

Option 2 — Any level or packagevia Klarna

Spread the cost with Klarna

Available on individual levels and full packages. Choose Klarna at invoice to split your payment. Klarna is a regulated third-party provider — their standard terms apply.

Subject to Klarna's eligibility and approval.

Matrix Aesthetics Academy is not authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority and does not provide credit or finance. The 50% + 12-month plan is an interest-free payment schedule invoiced directly and collected by GoCardless Direct Debit.

Each level can be taken individually or as part of the full pathway.

Flexible completion based on learner pace and assessment readiness.

All progression is subject to assessment, evidence review & Matrix approval.