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Core Skin Treatments

Hands-on treatments. Your first patients. Your first results.

Level 4 is where clinical practice begins. This is your first in-person training stage — it's where you learn to consult, plan and deliver treatments on real skin.

Level 4 — Core Skin Treatments
Quick answer

Level 4 Core Skin Treatments is an Ofqual-regulated stage in the Matrix Aesthetics Academy pathway. Level 4 is where clinical practice begins. This is your first in-person training stage — it's where you learn to consult, plan and deliver treatments on real skin.

  • Delivery: In-person training
  • Duration: 4–8 weeks
  • From: £1,299
  • Options: 2 across Matrix routes
  • Best for: Learners ready to move from theory into practical, in-person clinical training. Choose the standard route to build core skin treatment competence first, or the Accelerator to begin injectables early.
  • Outcome: Competent, insurable delivery of Level 4 treatments — and, on the Accelerator route, foundation and advanced injectable skills.
Ofqual Level
4
Delivery
In-person training
Typical duration
4–8 weeks
From
£1,299
01What this level covers

At Matrix, Level 4 exists in two forms. The standard Level 4 focuses on core skin treatments — chemical peels, microneedling, dermaplaning and skin tag removal. The Accelerator Level 4 brings dermal filler and botulinum toxin training forward, so you begin injectables at this stage rather than waiting for Level 7.

02Who it's for

Learners ready to move from theory into practical, in-person clinical training. Choose the standard route to build core skin treatment competence first, or the Accelerator to begin injectables early.

03What you'll walk away with

Competent, insurable delivery of Level 4 treatments — and, on the Accelerator route, foundation and advanced injectable skills.

Ways to complete Level 4

Your options at this stage

2 ways through Level 4, depending on the route you're on.

Qualification Route ·Conversion Route (if gaps identified)

Core Skin Treatments

In-person training

The standard Level 4. In-person training in the four foundational skin treatments most Matrix graduates offer in their first year of practice.

What you'll learn

  • 01Chemical Peels
  • 02Microneedling
  • 03Dermaplaning
  • 04Skin Tag Removal
  • 05Consultation & Treatment Planning
4–8 weeks
Ofqual regulated
£1,299
Accelerator Route

Level 4 + Injectables

In-person training

The Accelerator variant. All core skin treatments are covered — plus foundation and advanced dermal filler and botulinum toxin training brought forward from Level 7.

What you'll learn

  • 01Foundation Dermal Filler
  • 02Advanced Dermal Filler
  • 03Foundation Botulinum Toxin
  • 04Advanced Botulinum Toxin
  • 05Core Skin Treatments (Peels, Microneedling, Dermaplaning, Skin Tags)
4–8 weeks
Ofqual regulated
£3,699
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Level 4 — questions answered

What is Level 4 Core Skin Treatments?
Level 4 is where clinical practice begins. This is your first in-person training stage — it's where you learn to consult, plan and deliver treatments on real skin.
Who is Level 4 for?
Learners ready to move from theory into practical, in-person clinical training. Choose the standard route to build core skin treatment competence first, or the Accelerator to begin injectables early.
How much does Level 4 cost at Matrix Aesthetics Academy?
Level 4 at Matrix Aesthetics Academy starts from £1,299. There are 2 options depending on the pathway you're on.
How long does Level 4 take to complete?
Typical duration is 4–8 weeks. Delivery is in-person training.
What will I be able to do after Level 4?
Competent, insurable delivery of Level 4 treatments — and, on the Accelerator route, foundation and advanced injectable skills.
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