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Advance your career with CSL Therapy’s board-accredited certifications, designed specifically for professionals in the Body Altering Aesthetics (BAA) field. Our certifications set the clinical standard, empower safer care, and establish long-term trust with clients and partners alike.
“Board certification with BAA is more than a credential—it’s a commitment to safety, ethics, and client-centered healing.”

iMedic®

Incisional Medic (iMedic)® Certification

POI®

PostOp-Induration Clinician (POI) Certification

FCT®

Faja Compression Therapy (FCT)®

BBC™

Body Bioengineering & Contouring™ Certification
Board Certification in Bioengineering Sciences & Technology

SDM1®

Seroma Drainage Management (SDM1)® Praxis Certification
BAA Praxis Nonclinical Certification in Seroma Drainage Management

SDM2®

Seroma Drainage Management & Aspiration (SDM2)® Praxis Certification
BAA Praxis Clinical Certification in Seroma Drainage Management & Aspiration

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18.7K

Hours of expert research and development invested in creating CSL Therapy’s rigorous post-surgical certification programs.

50K+

New professionals projected to be needed by 2030 to meet rising standards in post-surgical recovery, integrative wellness, and aesthetic care.

72%

CSL-certified practitioners report greater trust from clients, improved treatment outcomes, and higher income opportunities within 12 months.

Board Certifications

Explore our body altering aesthetics certifications.

These advanced, modality-specific credentials are for professionals practicing within the Body Altering Aesthetics field.

iMedic® Incisional Medic (iMedic)®

For those proficient in Incisional Sciences for Days 1–7 trauma remodeling.

POI®PostOp-Induration Clinician (POI)®

Validates skill in PostOp-Induration treatment from Day 8–Week 8.

BBC®Body Bioengineering Contourist (BBC)®

Confirms advanced skills in aesthetic remodeling and NSBC Sciences (8+ weeks).

Praxis Certifications

Explore our specialized praxis certifications.

Professional designations that require compliance but not renewal. Ideal for support staff, specialists, and allied healthcare professionals.

FCT®Faja Compression Therapy (FCT)®

Demonstrate your proficiency in faja and compression garment modalities. Confirms mastery garment installation & expertly troubleshooting (postOp + non-surgical body contouring applications).

SDM 1®Seroma Drainage Management (SDM 1)®

Proves your skill in non-clinical seroma prevention and fluid management.

SDM 2®Seroma Drainage Management & Aspiration (SDM 2)®

Validates your accuracy and competency in clinical seroma management & aspiration techniques..

Post Surgical Certification Journey

Step 1 Complete Prerequisites

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Complete Prerequisites

As an Allied Healthcare provider dedicated to excellence, you are looking for insights into the latest trends, access to this lucrative industry, navigating regulations and better relationships in body altering aesthetics, empowering you to deliver top-notch care and navigate industry changes with confidence.

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Step 1 Apply

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Apply

As an Allied Healthcare provider dedicated to excellence, you are looking for insights into the latest trends, access to this lucrative industry, navigating regulations and better relationships in body altering aesthetics, empowering you to deliver top-notch care and navigate industry changes with confidence.

Step 2 Schedule

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Schedule

For PostOp providers committed to optimizing patient recovery and satisfaction, you seek immeasurable insights into emerging techniques, industry shifts, and regulatory updates, equipping you with the knowledge and resources to elevate your practice and deliver exceptional post-surgical care experiences.

Step 3 Study

Step 3

Study

For PostOp providers committed to optimizing patient recovery and satisfaction, you seek immeasurable insights into emerging techniques, industry shifts, and regulatory updates, equipping you with the knowledge and resources to elevate your practice and deliver exceptional post-surgical care experiences.

Step 4 Earn

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Earn

For PostOp providers committed to optimizing patient recovery and satisfaction, you seek immeasurable insights into emerging techniques, industry shifts, and regulatory updates, equipping you with the knowledge and resources to elevate your practice and deliver exceptional post-surgical care experiences.

Step 5 Maintain

Step 5

Maintain

For PostOp providers committed to optimizing patient recovery and satisfaction, you seek immeasurable insights into emerging techniques, industry shifts, and regulatory updates, equipping you with the knowledge and resources to elevate your practice and deliver exceptional post-surgical care experiences.

Download the Certification Handbook to further understand requirements, application process, and certification timeline.

Ready to get certified

Join a community of certified professionals mastering advanced post-surgical solutions that improve patient care, safety, and outcomes. Take the next step to enhance your skills and professional credibility today.

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Board Certifications

For bodyworkers and allied healthcare providers in the Body Altering Aesthetics industry

Signify your commitment to excellence. This prestigious distinction validates completion of rigorous coursework, demonstrates dedication to client safety, and elevates professional credibility.

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Display Expertise

Demonstrate exceptional expertise and commitment to ongoing professional development.

Quality of Care

Board Certificants are leaders in the Body Aesthetic space that convey a mastery of knowledge & skills exceeding industry standards.

Value & Profit Scale

Enhance professional value and profitability by elevating your credibility, attracting high quality clients seeking guidance.

Commitment to Excellence

Elevate your professional standing, attracting high-vibrational clients, paving the way for unparalleled business success.

Commission of Aesthetic Health Safety (CAHS) Seminars

Hosted by CAHS

Track the evolution of the BAA industry from inception to the present. Delve into the historical development of standards of care and best professional practices, grounded in rigorous scientific evidence. This seminar examines industrial shaping, with a focus on the ongoing development of jurisprudence and regulations.

January 5, 2025 | 6p EST

This seminar demystifies data and skills essential for providing competent bodywork care for clients Day 1-7 after plastic surgery. This in-depth exploration is invaluable for iMedics pursuing Board Certification and studying for the ICLEX.

January 25, 2025 | 9a EST

Experience the launch of our groundbreaking case study reviews focused on post-plastic surgery medical quipping. This unique seminar will introduce you to the art of “reading the human canvas.” Learn to interpret subtle presentations, decipher nonverbal cues, & develop data-gathering protocols for optimal client assessment and treatment planning.

February 2, 2025 | 6p EST

Delve into the intricacies of post-plastic surgery bodywork, exploring the delicate balance of aesthetics and healthcare. This seminar examines the unique challenges of body transformation through the lens of surgical trauma remodeling. Learn to identify subtle cues, understand the nuances of post-operative healing, and deliver exceptional care that prioritizes both safety and optimal aesthetic outcomes.

List of Certifications

National Board Certification: The pinnacle of professional achievement, surpassing multi-authenticated proctored examinations demonstrating a comprehensive mastery of the modality field.

Praxis Board Certification: A specialized medical accolade that validates in-depth competencies and skills as acknowledged by the governing surgeon bureau.

Faja & Compression Therapy

Praxis Board Certification

Course & Certification Details

Certification hours: 25

Didactic Lecture: 21 hours
In-Person Clinical*: 3 hours
Certification Exam*: 1 hour

* Students will complete didactic lecture coursework online before attending the in-person training and Praxis Board Certifying exam

How to get FAJA & COMPRESSION Certified

If you would like to complete this certification, you must attend one of the quarterly conferences.

Step 1: Select a conference location to attend, and enroll in the Faja & Compression Therapy Certification.

Step 2: Download course materials and complete the didactic lecture online

Step 3: Attend your registered conference and complete the in-person clinical lab & the certification exam.

Enrolling in this Certification

Select a 2025 conference to attend. Then download course book materials. Complete the Didactic Lecture before attending the conference + certification course.

Who can get this certification

There are no prerequisites for this certification; anyone can enroll to take this course and certifying exam.

(only offered at Conferences)

This 25 hour hybrid certification equips professionals with the knowledge and skills to effectively utilize compression garments for optimal post-surgical recovery and non-surgical body contouring. Students will delve into key concepts including mmHG, edema fluctuations, compression stages, and accessory use, while gaining a comprehensive understanding of trauma remodeling and its impact on compression therapy. Education is provided by a sponsoring institution; Certification is completed by CSL Therapy through ACBAA.

Incisional Science & Technology
Board Certification (iMedic)

NBAA Competency Program

Course & Certification details

The course is supplied by an accredited sponsoring school/institution. It is included in the cost of your certification.

Students will complete didactic lecture coursework online before attending the in-person training and NBAA Competency ICLEX Certifying exam.

Certification hours: 110
Didactic Lecture: 103 hours
In-Person Clinical: 3.5 hours
Proctored Hands-On Practical: 90min
Certification Exam: 2 hour

How to get INCISIONAL SCIENCES & TECHNOLOGY Certified

This course and certification is now offered through our Satellite location operations as apart of the NBAA Competency Program.

Step 1: Attendees will select the location that they would like to complete their certification at.

Step 2: After registration and enrollment, students will access their course from the educational partner and complete the online didactic lecture.

Step 3: Upon registration completion, your file and information will be sent to the Satellite Examiner for the location you selected. They will coordinate scheduling your in-person clinical lab, practical, and certification.

Step 4: Student will attend their in-person certification at their chosen location. Upon successful completion of all parts and coursework, the Board Certified candidate will be added to the Professional Database.

Who can take this certification

This certification is open to any professionals seeking to be Nationally Board Certified and acknowledged within the Body Altering Aesthetic industry to provide the highest levels of safety and client care to patients Day 1-7 after plastic surgery. No prerequisites are required; all accredited coursework will be provided to enrollees upon successful enrollment.

(only offered at Satellite locations)

This specialized course has been collated with the National iMedic Board Certification competency program to certify professionals on the critical post-operative period (days 1-7) following plastic surgery. It accredits proper bodywork techniques for clients with open incisions, ensuring safe and effective care during this high-trauma remodeling phase. The program does not teach incisional opening or any surgical procedures. Upon successful completion, professionals earn iMedic National Board Certification, demonstrating their competence in providing specialized care during this sensitive time and eliminating the risk of misinformation and negligence.

PostOp Board Certification

NBAA Competency Program

Certification details

Students will complete (2) phases for NBAA Competency Program Board Certification

Phase 1: Interim

Submit CSL Precis Certificate
Submit a Certificate of completion for a Lymphatic Massage Course
Submit a Certificate from an Accredited PostOp Foundational Course
Complete a Practical: in-person OR recorded

Phase 2: Registered

Order study Materials
Complete and pass POLEX

How long does it take to get POSTOP-INDUR Board Certified

The path to achieving POSTOP-INDUR Board Certification is a rigorous process, much like a surgeon’s journey to board certification. The NBAA Competency Board Certification program consists of two phases, and the overall timeline can vary significantly – from a few weeks to several months.

The program is designed to be progressive. As each specimen is successfully submitted and reviewed, applicants advance through the certification process. This iterative approach allows for continuous learning and refinement of skills.

It’s important to adjust your expectations and be prepared for a commitment of time and effort. Thoroughly gathering all the necessary materials for certification beforehand will streamline the process and contribute to a smoother journey towards achieving your board certification goals.

Who can apply for this certification

This certification is open to everyone who is able to complete and submit the necessary specimen.

In a rapidly evolving field like body-altering aesthetics, specialization is key. This specialized skill within the CSL Therapy field focuses on advanced techniques for treating clients experiencing induration (hardening) in the post-operative period (days 8-week 8) following plastic surgery. This certification demonstrates a deep understanding of complex healing dynamics, including scar tissue formation, lymphatic congestion, and tissue fibrosis.

Course not included with certification.

Body Contouring
Board Certification

NBAA Competency Program

Certification details

Students will complete (2) phases for NBAA Competency Program Board Certification

Phase 1: Interim

Submit CSL Precis Certificate
Submit a Certificate of completion for a Lymphatic Massage Course
Submit a Certificate from an Accredited Body Contouring Foundational Course
Complete a Practical: in-person OR recorded

Phase 2: Registered

Order study Materials
Complete and pass BOLEX

How long does it take to get BODY CONTOURING Board Certified

The path to achieving BODY CONTOURING Board Certification is a rigorous process, much like a surgeon’s journey to board certification. The NBAA Competency Board Certification program consists of two phases, and the overall timeline can vary significantly – from a few weeks to several months.

Who can apply for this certification

This certification is open to everyone who is able to complete and submit the necessary specimen.

This comprehensive certification program equips professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively perform both Post-Operative Body Contouring (POBC) and Non-Surgical Body Contouring (NSBC) techniques. The curriculum aligns with the International Standards of Care for nonsurgical body bioengineering, ensuring client safety and optimal outcomes. This program emphasizes ethical practice and aims to eliminate negligence, malpractice, and misinformation within the body contouring industry.

Course not included with certification.

Seroma Drainage

Praxis Board Certification
(Canada ONLY)

Prerequisites

Phlebotomy certification
First Aid
Blood Bourne pathogens certification
OSHA hazard certification

Who can get this certification

Starting in 2025, only Canadian professionals (anyone working in the medical fields within Canadian provinces) are allowed to enroll in this certification. As we finalize legislation for our fundamental skillsets, this certification will be periodically updated.

(only offered at Canadian Satellite locations)

This specialized course equips aesthetics professionals with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage seroma formation in post-surgical clients. The curriculum covers seroma identification, non-invasive management strategies, and, when necessary, safe and effective aspiration techniques. This program emphasizes client safety and enhances professional credibility. Upon successful completion, professionals gain the expertise to offer advanced post-operative care, including seroma management, expanding their service offerings and improving client outcomes.

CSL Specialist
Board Certification

NBAA Competency Program

This Certification will become available in 2027. Please check back periodically for requirement updates and announcements.

The CSL Therapy: Doctorate of Clinical Mastery is a prestigious Board Certification recognizing CSL Therapists who have achieved a doctoral level of skill across all three core modalities: Incisional Sciences, PostOp-Induration, and Body Contouring (POBC & NSBC). This rigorous certification signifies a pinnacle of achievement, demonstrating mastery of advanced techniques, a deep understanding of complex healing dynamics, and a unwavering commitment to providing the highest level of patient care within the Body Altering Aesthetics industry.

Listen to People Who Reached Success, Freedom, & Partnership opportunities

“Achieving ACBAA Board Certification significantly enhanced my credibility and professionalism. Clients now recognize my expertise and trust my advanced knowledge and skills in body-altering aesthetics. I get booked over my competition!“

Clarence Taylor, LMT

“Before certification, I felt limited in my scope of practice. The ACBAA program expanded my knowledge and provided me with the confidence to offer a wider range of safe and effective body-altering aesthetic treatments to my clients.”

Joleen Moore, Master ESTI

“My iMedic and PostOp Board Certifications have been invaluable. They’ve opened doors to valuable collaborations with surgeons both locally and internationally. This allows me to provide the best possible care to my clients by seamlessly integrating my expertise with surgical procedures.”

Lois Watson, CSL Therapist

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ADVANCED SCHOLASTIC TRAINERS FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION

An ACBAA Advanced Scholastic Trainer (AST) is a CSL therapy continuing education instructor or organization that has displayed exemplary expertise adhering to the highest professional standards.

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This installation details the Advancing Scholastic Trainer Program for CSL Therapy. This peer reviewed process allows students to take continuing CSL Therapy courses with confidence. It also unites the industry, introducing innovative studies from the outside public for more enriched educational experiences for the overall general public.

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What is the Advancing Scholastic Training Program
Real time requirements to become a CSL Therapy Advancing Scholastic Trainer (AST)
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Identify CSL Therapy course catalog
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Key Components of Excellence

For over ten years, ACBAA Providers have served their community, building and providing the resources clients and healthcare professionals needed to help others. Key components of excellence ensure Certificants have access to reliable, credible, high-quality CSL therapy continuing education throughout their careers. In addition, ACBAA serves as the entity liable for approving continuing education in the postOperative and noninvasive body altering aesthetics space.

Enhance Your Expertise and Abilities

Growing providers and Board Certificant members must renew their certification every 2 years and are required to obtain credits from an ACBAA approved educational trainer within the same time frame. As more providers take classes that lack the experience and knowledge of CSL Therapy, and more specifically true POSTOP industry training, eager learners are seeking out quality courses that teach exactly what they want to know. This ensures that the top CSL therapists and bodyworkers will look for opportunities to enhance their expertise and abilities through your classes.

For a full list of all AST/CEU FAQs

What is the Advancing Scholastic Training Program?

The Advancing Scholastic Training Program is a peer review system of CSL Therapy courses to be taught to the general public and the CSL Therapy professional audiences by pre-approved qualified educators. Peer review is the independent assessment of a research paper by experts in a respective field. The purpose of peer review is to evaluate the paper’s quality and suitability for publication.

As well as peer review acting as a form of quality control for academic courses, it is a very useful source of feedback for the trainer as well. The feedback can be used to improve a course before it is published, as well as protects the public’s interest before making under-informed investments. It serves as an alert to any errors in the body of work, or gaps in the literature that may have been overlooked.

Why else is peer review important?

Peer review is vitally important to uphold the high standards of scholarly communications, ensure the industry is growing with efficacy– wedding out misinformation, and maintain the quality of individual journals. It is also an important support for the researchers who author the papers.

Every healthcare and medical coursework depends on the hard efforts of reviewers who are the ones at the forefront of the peer review process. The reviewers are the ones who test and refine each course before publication. Even for very niche specialists, the editor can’t be an expert in the topic of every article submitted. So, the feedback and comments of carefully selected reviewers are an essential guide to lead the editor’s decision(s) on course research.

There are also practical reasons why peer review is beneficial to you, the author. Researchers consistently tell us that their final published article is better than the version they submitted before peer review. 91% of respondents to ACBAA’s Beta Course Submission program said that their last paper was improved through peer review. A Taylor & Francis study supports this, finding that most researchers, across all subject areas, rated the contribution of peer review towards improving their coursework as 8 or above out of 10.

Why the ACBAA Council?

Medical courses should be subjected to peer review before being taught to the public to ensure their accuracy, validity, and effectiveness. Members of the CSL Therapy Council have expert experience in every aspect of CSL Therapy, and embody the guiding principles needed to lead the educational space of this industry. Peer review allows other experts in the field to review the course material and offer feedback, suggestions, and corrections.

Should a course subject fall outside of the Council’s expert space, respective experts will be sourced and introduced to the Bridge Program’s Expert Review Procurement. This helps to ensure that the information being taught is current, evidence-based, and adheres to established standards and best practices in the medical field. By undergoing peer review, CSL Therapy courses can be refined and improved, and the quality of Body Altering Aesthetic medical education can be maintained.

Real time requirements to become a CSL Therapy Advancing Scholastic Trainer (AST)

Before anyone can teach a CSL Therapy course, they must first apply to become an approved Advancing Scholastic Trainer. This approval process simplifies the amount of course rejections based on scholarly quality.

What are the requirements to apply to become an AST?

The requirements to apply to become an AST are the same no matter the jurisdiction:

1 Year Professional tenure in the Body Altering Aesthetic space OR at least 1 Year Professional experience in an ancillary licensed profession
Relevant education and experience to share
Knowledge and understanding of the subject matters available to be taught
High school diploma or the equivalent
Ability to pass a background check

Educational Partner Position Description

A Continuing Education Scholastic Trainer for CSL Therapy is responsible for creating and delivering academic programs to licensed therapists, healthcare professionals, and other qualified individuals in the field. Trainers must have extensive knowledge and experience in the areas of Body Altering Aesthetics and related fields. Trainers must be able to effectively convey complex information to a diverse group of individuals in an engaging and interactive manner.

CSL Therapy Advanced Scholastic Trainers will be responsible for developing and delivering engaging and informative educational programs, including workshops, seminars, and online courses. They must also stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in CSL therapy and related fields in order to provide the most current and relevant information to attendees. In addition, teachers must be able to assess participants’ understanding of the material and adjust the content accordingly to ensure that all attendees leave the program with a comprehensive understanding of CSL therapy.

Ideal candidates for this role will have a degree or license in their related field. They must have at least 1 year of experience practicing CSL therapy treatments and techniques, and be knowledgeable in the latest advancements in the field; as the industry is new, experience submissions aren’t linear and are up to the discretion of the ACBAA Council. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are essential, as well as a passion for teaching and sharing knowledge with others. Additionally, trainers must be able to travel to different locations to deliver programs deemed as “in-person academia only”.

To become a CSL Therapy Advancing Scholastic Trainer, you will need to fill out an application of the following information:

Educational History
Professional License number
200 word explanation of Body Altering
Aesthetic Experience
Basic background check
Professional Conduct
Sanction dismissal history
Liability insurance
State jurisdiction compliance

Approved applicants will receive a welcome packet, an ACBAA renewable Training License, & directives to start writing and submitting courses for approval.

Denied applicants will receive feedback and written correspondence.

Approval packet:

– License
– Welcome & Official approval letter
– Instructions on submitting course
– CSL Trainer directives
– Sample Course Certificate

Once you are an Advanced Scholastic Trainer, you will be able to submit courses for review and sealed approval.

ADVANCED SCHOLASTIC TRAINER COSTS:

$350 for individuals
$100 AST License renewal (Every 2 years)
$500 per new Foundational course submitted
$75 per Supplemental & CSL CORE Course submitted

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Membership Benefits:

Access to Cutting-Edge Research: Dive into a wealth of research articles and data, providing invaluable insights to stay ahead of industry trends.
Streamlined Forms & Consents: Effortlessly download essential forms and consents, saving you time and ensuring compliance with best practices.
Legislative Toolkit: Navigate the complex landscape of rules and regulations effortlessly with our comprehensive legislative toolkit.
Empowering Social Media Templates: Elevate your online presence with customizable social media templates designed to captivate and engage your audience.
Monthly Social Platform Promotion: Gain exposure and expand your reach with dedicated monthly promotions across various social platforms.
Annual Partnership & Event Marketing: Forge strategic partnerships and leverage exclusive event marketing opportunities to amplify your brand presence.
Early Bird Access to Classes & Tickets: Stay ahead of the curve with early access to industry-leading classes and event tickets.
Exclusive Discount on CSL Accredited Courses: Enjoy a 10% annual discount code on all CSL accredited courses, empowering you to pursue continuous professional development.
Monthly Provider Self-Care Webinars: Prioritize your well-being with our monthly provider self-care webinars, offering invaluable insights into maintaining balance and resilience.
Access to Private Supportive Community: Connect with like-minded professionals in our private, supportive community, fostering collaboration, mentorship, and growth.