COURSE
PATHWAYS

Our pathways are built from real enrollment data across thousands of Empire graduates. We analyzed which courses students take first, what they take next, and which combinations lead to the most successful practice outcomes.

No. While the 101 → 201 → 301 progression is recommended because each level builds on the previous one, you can take courses in any order. There are no hard prerequisites.

Absolutely. Many of our most successful graduates combine courses across academies. Use the Build Your Own Pathway option to create a custom bundle starting at $3,199.

A pathway is a curated sequence of courses for a specific career goal. A membership gives you access to a broader set of courses at a discounted rate. If you plan to take 5+ courses, a membership like Platinum or Diamond often provides better value.

Most students complete Level 101 in a single weekend. A full 101–301 pathway typically takes 3–6 months, depending on course availability and your schedule.

Many courses in our pathways are CME accredited, but not all. Here are the CME-eligible credits per pathway: Aesthetics 101 — 24.0 credits, Aesthetics 201 — 21.0 credits, Aesthetics 301 — 14.0 credits, FM 101 — 7.5 credits, FM 201 — 5.0 credits. Check each individual course page for specific accreditation details.

Yes. Call 844-997-3231 and a training advisor can help you determine where you are in the progression and what to take next.

Many graduates begin offering new services within days of completing their first course. Our hands-on training is designed so you leave with the clinical confidence to treat patients immediately. The 101 level alone gives you a strong enough foundation to start generating revenue from new procedures right away.

Aesthetic procedures like Botox and fillers typically generate $300–$800+ per treatment with high patient retention. Functional medicine services like IV therapy and weight management create recurring revenue streams. Most practitioners recoup their training investment within the first few weeks of offering new services.

No. The 101-level pathways are designed for healthcare professionals with no prior experience in these specialties. If you have a medical license or nursing credential, you have the foundation you need. Our training covers everything from the clinical techniques to the business side of adding these services to your practice.