Board-Issued Credential in Trauma-Responsive Compression Sciences
The Faja & Compression Therapy Praxis Certification certifies that a professional understands how to evaluate, apply, and advise on post-surgical and nonsurgical compression protocols in the Body Altering Aesthetics field. It confirms that the practitioner can read garment design, match compression levels to trauma remodeling stages, and identify when garments, accessories, or installation methods are contributing to poor outcomes like fluid retention, indentations, or fibrosis. This credential also confirms competency in understanding pressure gradients (mmHg), lymphatic implications, garment fit, and the physiological recovery processes that compression supports.
Professionals certified in this discipline are expected to make safe, evidence-informed compression recommendations for clients recovering from surgery or engaging in nonsurgical contouring. The certification emphasizes ethical garment use, real-time body observation, accessory integration (like foams and boards), and client education—without overstepping scope into medical treatment or diagnosis. It is ideal for providers who help shape tissue recovery, reduce complications, and extend healing benefits through precise and compliant compression therapy.
Who Is This Certification For?
Ideal for qualified professionals who provide non-invasive care to Body Altering Aesthetics clients.
Certification Type:
Praxis Certification
Prerequisites:
See eligibility sets below
Member price:
$395
Full price:
$695
The FCT® Certification is a professional credential issued by the BAA-CORE Federation (BCF) for practitioners committed to precision in trauma-responsive compression therapy. Designed for those working with post-surgical and nonsurgical clients, this certification confirms your ability to apply safe, effective, and clinically informed compression protocols that support real tissue recovery—not just aesthetics. Whether you’re helping shape healing outcomes after surgery or guiding non-invasive contouring journeys, FCT® proves you can do it ethically and expertly.
Four out of five FCT® professionals report fewer garment-related complications and stronger post-op trust from clients.
Professionals across recovery centers, spas, and clinics worldwide rely on FCT® to elevate the safety and integrity of their compression services.
Before applying, ensure you meet the following requirements:
Set A: Standard BAA Certification Requirements
FCT® Praxis Exam at a Glance
Exam Length: 60 minutes
Number of Questions: 50 multiple-choice
Language: English
Location: Remote proctoring
Passing Rate: 80%
Set B: FCT®-Specific Requirements
FCT® Praxis Exam at a Glance
Exam Scheduling & Policies
“FCT® gave me a clinical lens for compression. I now guide recovery with confidence, not guesswork.”
— Monique, LMT
“I used to follow social media advice on fajas. Now surgeons refer to me because I speak their language.”
— Alonzo, Recovery Tech
“This certification taught me how to spot over-compression and handle client concerns professionally.”
— Layla, MedSpa Owner
Why Get Certified?
Certification Benefits
To maintain your certification, all FCTs must comply with BCF’s recertification standards:
Yes.
Board Certification recognizes competency in a specific modality or bodywork system tied to tissue behavior and treatment outcomes. Praxis Certification is professional-focused and confirms that an individual can apply defined skills responsibly within their scope of work.
Post-op recovery specialists, body contourists, estheticians, massage therapists, medspa staff, and garment consultants who regularly advise on compression therapy.
Yes. This is a non-licensure-based credential designed to validate skill in trauma-responsive compression therapy. You must still abide by your local laws and scope of practice.
No. Anyone who wants to be a Certified Faja Specialist can get FCT certified.
No
No. This is a clinical approach to compression therapy that focuses on safety, effectiveness, and tissue behavior—not cosmetic styling or product promotion.
No. Professionals from any country can apply as long as they meet the eligibility requirements and understand that scope expectations vary by region.
You can retake the exam up to 3 times within 1 year of approval. A 30-day wait is required between attempts.
No. To preserve exam integrity, specific missed questions are not disclosed.
Yes. You will see your score immediately after submitting the exam.
You’ll receive your digital badge, certificate, and access to your regulatory review. Lapel pins and formal proclamations will be mailed within 30–45 days.
Apply for the FCT® Praxis Certification today and become a trusted leader in trauma-safe compression therapy for post-surgical clients.