Led by experienced, board-certified nurse practitioners, our training blends clinical rigor with hands-on skill development. Rooted in evidence-based practice and uncompromising safety standards, this program equips clinicians with the confidence and competencies to expand their services and meet the growing demand in aesthetic care.

Combining Foundational Neurotoxins, Advanced Neurotoxins, Dermal Fillers and Lip Augmentation, we provide a progressive learning experience, moving from core principles to expert-level techniques. Participants will gain a deep understanding of facial aesthetics, refine their injection skills, and develop confidence in performing neurotoxin and dermal filler treatments.

The certificate is comprised of 4 workshop days: 

• Neurotoxins 101
• Intro to Dermal Fillers
• Neurotoxins 102
• Lip Augmentation

Each workshop earns 7.25 nursing contact hours for a total of 29-hour certificate.

Participants will also earn a digital badge for display on resumes, email signatures, social media profiles etc.
 

Learning Outcomes

Neurotox 101: 

By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to demonstrate foundational knowledge of neurotoxins and perform basic cosmetic injection techniques safely and effectively on live models.

Neurotox 102: 

By the end of the workshop, participants will state increased knowledge of neurotoxins and demonstrate advanced aesthetic injections safely and effectively, enhancing their clinical practice and professional opportunities in medical aesthetics.

Intro to Dermal Fillers:

By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to identify facial anatomy and lip landmarks, and demonstrate client assessments, and safely administer of hyaluronic acid dermal fillers for lip, cheek, jaw, and chin augmentation while minimizing complications.

Lip Augmentation:

By the end of the workshop the participant will be able to describe safe and effective lip augmentation techniques, identify anatomical structures and risk zones, and recognize and manage potential complications associated with dermal filler injections.
 

Target audience:

• Licensed nurses (RNs, NPs, LPNs) looking to enter or advance in aesthetic medicine.
• Aesthetic nurses wanting to strengthen their knowledge and expand their clinical expertise.
• Healthcare professionals seeking hands-on training in neurotoxins and dermal fillers under expert supervision including PAs, MDs, DOs, DDSs, and DMDs

Please Note: Participants are responsible for researching state/local/federal licensing laws and regulations pertaining to these services and ensuring these services are within their scope of practice prior to registering.

Total certificate: 29 Contact Hours (7.25 hours/workshop)

Faculty: Dr. Ciara Dimou, AGNP-BC, WHNP-BC, Owner, VAIN Academy

Four Modules:

All held on Saint Anselm College Campus, Grappone Hall, Manchester NH

• Feb 23rd - Module 1: Neurotoxins 101
• Feb 24 - Module 2: Intro to Dermal Filler
• Mar 30 - Module 3: Neurotoxins 102
• Mar 31st - Module 4: Lip Augmentation

Fee: $1650 per module

• PICK 2 - RECEIVE 10% OFF
• ALL 4 - RECEIVE 15% OFF

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Join us to commemorate and reflect upon the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a film screening and discussion!

Together, we’ll watch a short excerpt from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new film directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, followed by a community discussion. The featured segment from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, “The Spirit of Service,” explores service as a core American value, from the nation’s founding through to the present day – examining volunteerism, civic participation, public leadership, and more.

Expert facilitators will guide thoughtful conversations about “remembering together,” considering questions such as:

• What moments from our past define who we are and point to a shared future?
• What are the key historical moments in your town’s or community’s history?
• How does focusing on these moments shape your sense of your community’s future? 

In collaboration with AARP New Hampshire, the Gregory J. Grappone Humanities Institute and the History Department at Saint Anselm College

Seating is Limited. Advance Registration is required. REGISTER HERE →

Interested in watching the entire film series? Learn more here: The American Revolution | All Episodes Now Streaming | Ken Burns | PBS

Big Watch programs are made possible by a partnership between New Hampshire Humanities and New Hampshire PBS, with support from Cogswell Benevolent Trust.
 

Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and its members Jeannie and Jonathan Lavine with the Crimson Lion Foundation; and the Blavatnik Family Foundation. Major funding was also provided by David M. Rubenstein; The Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Family Foundation; Lilly Endowment Inc.; and the following Better Angels Society members: Eric and Wendy Schmidt; Stephen A. Schwarzman; and Kenneth C. Griffin with Griffin Catalyst. Additional support for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by: The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations; The Pew Charitable Trusts; Gilbert S. Omenn and Martha A. Darling; Park Foundation; and the following Better Angels Society members: Gilchrist and Amy Berg; Perry and Donna Golkin; The Michelson Foundation; Jacqueline B. Mars; Kissick Family Foundation; Diane and Hal Brierley; John H. N. Fisher and Jennifer Caldwell; John and Catherine Debs; The Fullerton Family Charitable Fund; Philip I. Kent; Gail Elden; Deborah and Jon Dawson; David and Susan Kreisman; The McCloskey Family Charitable Trust; Becky and Jim Morgan; Carol and Ned Spieker; Mark A. Tracy; and Paul and Shelley Whyte. THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was made possible, in part, with support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

By the People: Conversations Beyond 250 is a series of community-driven programs created by humanities councils in collaboration with local partners. The initiative was developed by the Federation of State Humanities Councils and the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage.

All are welcome to participate in this Lents Small Faith-Sharing Group, A-Men Men’s Group.

Teams across NH will pitch innovative solutions to critical health care workforce challenges. Semifinalists are competing for $200,000 in prize money to implement workforce development strategies that strengthen New Hampshire's healthcare system.

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All are welcome to participate in this Lent's Wednesday Night Worship.

7:05pm: Abbey Church Choir Stalls 7:45pm - 8:45 PM: Abbey Church 7:45pm - 8:45 PM: Lower Church 9pm: Abbey Church

All are welcome to participate in this Lent’s Small Faith-Sharing Group, Orthodox Christian Foundation.