Basic & Advanced Medical
Aesthetics Training Center

Our Mission is to provide quality training to begin or advance your career in aesthetic medicine through a collaborative environment with an elite, caring and professional staff.

Pacific Northwest Aesthetics Academy empowers medical providers to move into and advance their practice in the field of Aesthetic Medicine. 

Ready to Start Your Career?

Our Injectables Foundations and Foundations Plus programs are the perfect place to begin. If you are a licensed medical provider of LPN or above, you are eligible for these programs. No prior experience is required! Get the most comprehensive injectables training in a small group setting, with an emphasis on hands-on application and injectable techniques with experienced and caring professionals.

Why Choose PNAA?

CLASSROOM THEORY: Includes patient assessment and up to date evidence based treatment options.

HANDS ON: You will receive a carefully curated hands-on experience each day with live models.

EXPERIENCED INSTRUCTORS: You will train with a variety of highly skilled providers, each with their own track record of success in the aesthetics industry.

CONVENIENT LOCATION: Located near the SEA/TAC Airport, it’s just a short drive to our beautiful facility.

ONGOING SUPPORT: As a PNAA graduate, you will have access to our extensive and continually updated database of forms, training guides, community forum and more!

ALL INCLUSIVE: For the price of training we provide a thorough didactic, hands-on experience, product, supplies, live models and lunch. There are NO additional expenses.

CONTACT US TODAY!

We would love to hear from you.

Advanced Training Suite

If you are currently an injector and want to advance your practice by learning new skills, branch out on your own and start a business, or just simply want to understand the intricacies of increasing revenue through treatment planning, our advanced suite of offerings is for you! Visit our Schedule for dates or call (971) 242-8750 x 1 to enroll.

Photo of Kathy Kramer, RN and CEO of Pacific Northwest Aesthetics Academy

Our Origin Story

Hi, I am Kathy Hodge Kramer RN, CEO and Co-Founder of PNAA. After almost 30 years in critical care and trauma, I really was looking for a new career path, something lighter and happier. Aesthetics seemed like the perfect fit. In 2011, the training options were limited, but I found a one-week course in AZ and signed up. My training was adequate, but just that, and after some effort I ultimately landed a job at a med spa. I was very excited, but terrified to actually “poke people in the face.”  My training did not prepare me for real life as a Nurse Injector. I had a little knowledge but did not know how to apply it in a clinical environment. I had no idea how to formulate a treatment plan or create client loyalty. 

In 2016, seeing a need for brand neutral foundational training that would prepare the learner for real world experience, PNAA was born. Our goal is to provide quality education, without product or brand bias, preparing the new injector for their first job or even creating their own business opportunity. Over the years, our program has been updated and adapted to be the most current, evidence-based training available today. Our team of instructors are all practicing clinicians, each with a record of accomplishment and success in the industry. I could not be prouder of what we have built here, and we look forward to sharing our knowledge and skills with you. 

Photo of some of the instructors at PNAA
At Pacific Northwest Aesthetics Academy, you will work with an elite team of experienced professionals in their field. Our diverse training staff has been selected for their expertise, their ability to instruct new injectors and their passion for medical aesthetics, or what we like to call “Happy Medicine”.

What our students are saying

“To the badass team at PNAA, I cannot thank you all enough for the amazing experience I had during the May training. From my first emails/calls with Julie, to the instruction with Kathy, the welcome from Saskia, the patience and guidance from Donna and Alison, and Kim helping the day run smoothly – you all are superstars! It was a preasure to meet you all. I am truly blessed and so grateful to have found my way to you and PNAA. Many Thanks!”

-Ricki, RN

“I received the filler ~ Donna can see the beauty in clients to amplify their beauty and bring out the beauty they already have. Her training methods make the clients and students feel comfortable and at ease and completely explain every step so the students can have the confidence to advance in their work. I was very comfortable and I was confident my treatment was as safe as possible. I appreciate the professionalism and follow ups with clients and students.I highly recommend PNAA.”

-Gina B.

This was one of the best medical aesthetics training sessions I’ve ever attended, and I feel a thousand times more confident in my injection skills. I look forward to attending more of PNAA’s programs in the future. Thanks again to the PNAA team for a wonderful weekend.

-Becky

I can’t even articulate how fantastic this course is, and the amazing women (and man!) who share their expertise, ongoing support, and personal life experiences. They go above and beyond to provide the information, practice, and answers you need to succeed when you walk out of their beautiful facility. They’re the best at what they do and generously share their time and knowledge to empower others to be great in the industry. Even after a long day, they’ll talk with you after class. I’ve had a few bad experiences with previous ‘mentors,’ but PNAA completely restored my hope and enthusiasm for medical aesthetic training.

-Paige H., R.N.

The instructors at PNAA are absolutely wonderful; extremely knowledgeable and helpful. They really enjoy what they do and the positive impact they’re making in people’s lives. I’m so happy to work with them, and I highly recommend their aesthetics courses!

-Julie Hockaday Mattisson

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