Education in one’s particular field of expertise is an essential part of any professional pursuit. Skin care professionals’ education does not end with aesthetics school or licensure. The solo practitioner is just as responsible for their career growth, development, and knowledge base as any other licensed professional. There are plenty of options available for ongoing education to advance your aesthetic skills and knowledge. This column covers some popular options, but the main point of emphasis when seeking aesthetics education should be finding education from reputable sources. Look for education from people who already have skills and have been practicing for some time. There are plenty of trainings being conducted by newly licensed professionals; buyer beware.

Nichelle Mosley’s passion for aesthetics was born out of a desire to help others, after failing to find help for her own acne as a young adult. Licensed in 2015, she has worked in clinics, plastic surgery practices, dermatologists’ offices, and with family practitioners. She then opened her own clinic in 2017, Queen City Beauty Group + Wellness. She focuses on integrative aesthetics and holistic solutions to clients’ skin concerns. As a member of the International Association for Applied Corneotherapy, Mosley seeks whole-person solutions, while delivering results for clients. She is also the 2019 Skin Games Age Management Champion and 2018 Skin Games Acne Finalist.