BAA Praxis Clinical Certification in Seroma Drainage Management & Aspiration
The SDM2® Clinical Certification is designed for licensed healthcare professionals qualified to perform aspiration of seromas under sterile conditions. This advanced-level credential certifies your ability to safely and effectively manage fluid-related complications on post plastic surgical clients through invasive technique, with strict adherence to sterile protocols and post-aspiration care.
Seromas, if left unmanaged, can lead to infection, necrosis, scar distortion, and prolonged healing. The SDM2® credential validates your ability to prevent escalation through early detection and skilled intervention. This certification also affirms your knowledge of complex fluid dynamics, anatomy, clinical troubleshooting, and safety protocols during aspiration procedures.
Note: This certification is restricted to licensed professionals with a nursing degree or higher.
This is a clinical certification for licensed healthcare professionals, including:
Certification Type:
Praxis Certification
Exam Length:
1 hour
Questions:
45
Passing Score:
80%
Exam Format:
Multiple Choice
Member price:
$395
Non-Member Price:
$695
The SDM2® Certification is a specialized credential from the BAA-CORE Federation (BCF) designed for licensed healthcare professionals who perform clinical seroma aspiration and advanced fluid management on post-plastic surgery clients. Whether you’re an RN, NP, PA, or MD/DO, this certification confirms your expertise in safe, sterile aspiration techniques and complex post-op fluid care.
Growing Field: Thousands of practitioners worldwide rely on SDM2® certification to elevate their practice in surgical recovery and aesthetics care.
Before applying, ensure you meet both of the following sets:
The SDM2® exam consists of 45 randomized questions pulled from the following 10 domains.
“Aspiration used to terrify me, but this training helped me understand not just how to do it—but when, why, and what not to do.”
— Janine, RN
“My clients now avoid unnecessary ER visits. I catch complications early, handle them ethically, and have peace of mind.”
— Luis, NP
“The SDM2® exam was challenging but comprehensive. I’m now a go-to for seroma concerns at my clinic.”
— Aisha, PA-C
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.
No.
No. This certification is restricted to licensed healthcare professionals with a nursing degree or higher due to clinical procedure risks.
Scope laws vary. This certification confirms clinical competence, but you must follow your state’s legal and licensing regulations.
Yes. SDM1® is nonclinical and does not qualify you to aspirate. SDM2® is required for invasive care. The exams and questions differ with SDM2 having a focus on clinical aspiration.
Yes. Your score appears immediately after the exam.
After application approval, you’ll receive an email with your BCF ID and instructions for ExamOnline.
Apply for the SDM2® Certification and stand out as a clinical authority in aesthetic recovery and seroma risk management.