Scotland's Premier Aesthetics Academy
Comprehensive, accredited training in semi-permanent makeup, injectables, skin treatments and more. Learn in real clinical environments in Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Begin Your Journey →Scotland's March 2026 regulation means accredited training is now mandatory. Obsidian Institute is positioned as the gold standard.
Obsidian Institute of Aesthetics is the academy arm of Obsidian Clinics. With over 20 years of combined industry experience, we don't just teach theory — we train practitioners in real clinical environments, preparing them for the realities of professional practice from day one.
Our trainers are active practitioners with decades of hands-on experience across the full spectrum of aesthetic treatments.
All training takes place in fully licensed clinical environments, meeting Scotland's rigorous regulatory standards.
Forget classroom-only courses. Our students train on real clients in our operational clinics in Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Every Obsidian course is built around practical experience. From your first day, you'll work alongside experienced practitioners in our operational clinics — learning technique, client care, and professional standards in the environment where you'll build your career.
From foundation training to advanced mastery, every programme is designed to produce confident, competent practitioners ready for the real world.
The aesthetics industry moves fast. If you've completed training elsewhere but are struggling with confidence, technique or client outcomes, our refresher courses are designed to get you back on track.
Training doesn't end when the course does. Every Obsidian graduate receives ongoing mentorship to help build a sustainable, successful career in aesthetics.
Our training takes place in fully equipped, licensed clinical spaces. See where you'll be learning.
101 St Georges Road — Primary Training Centre
Obsidian Clinics Edinburgh — Clinical Facility
A deposit is required to secure your place. Flexible payment plans are available on all courses, making professional training accessible to everyone.
All courses include certification, comprehensive training manuals, ongoing support, and access to our practitioner mentorship programme.
All training is conducted in our fully licensed, insured clinical spaces. You'll learn in the same environment where real clients are treated daily.
To ensure the highest quality of training, we limit spaces each month. Early enquiry is strongly recommended to secure your preferred dates.
As of March 2026, accredited training is mandatory for aesthetics practitioners in Scotland. Our programmes meet and exceed these new requirements.
Your journey doesn't end at certification. We provide continued mentorship, technique reviews, and business guidance as you build your career.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance your existing skills, we'd love to hear from you. Fill in the form and a member of our team will be in touch within 24 hours.
Not sure which course is right for you? No problem — we offer free consultations to help you find the perfect programme for your goals.
Training is predominantly based at our Glasgow facility, with clinical sessions available across both locations.
101 St Georges Road
Glasgow
Our main training centre, fully equipped for all course programmes. This is where the majority of hands-on training takes place.
Obsidian Clinics Edinburgh
Our Edinburgh clinic offers additional clinical exposure, giving students experience across multiple professional environments.