Understanding & expanding your scope of practice in aesthetic medicine

Looking to practise responsibly and confidently in aesthetic medicine? In this episode of HealthCert's The Aesthetic Shift podcast series, Kelly Beasy breaks down one of the most important (and often misunderstood) concepts in clinical practice: scope of practice.

Whether you are a nurse, nurse practitioner, or doctor, your scope of practice isn’t fixed. It evolves with your education, competence, authority, and clinical context. But defining and maintaining that scope is essential to patient safety, professional integrity, and legal compliance.

“Stay inside your scope, invest in expanding it carefully, and you’ll build not just a safe practice, but a trusted reputation.”

In the episode, Kelly explores what “scope of practice” really means outside the hospital setting, where roles can vary widely and clinicians often set their own boundaries. She discusses:

• Why formal education (not just conferences or observation) matters for safe practice
• How to assess your competence, including your ability to manage complications
• The importance of medical oversight and team structures that align with your qualifications
• Why your scope changes with context,  from rural to city practice, or as your career evolves
• The value of mentorship in safely expanding your scope over time

Tune in to the full episode below to hear Kelly’s practical advice on maintaining safe, compliant, and evidence-based care in your aesthetic career.

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The Aesthetic Shift series

The Aesthetic Shift podcast is for cosmetic practitioners looking to evolve, diversify, and future-proof their aesthetic practice. Each episode explores core cosmetic topics to help you broaden your offering and build a more resilient practice! Host Kelly Beasy is a Nurse Practitioner, clinic owner, and cosmetic medicine trainer at KB Aesthetix with 20 years of nursing experience and 10+ years’ experience in the aesthetic industry. She also offers a 1:1 mentorship program for clinicians.

Listen to the previous episode: Where aesthetic medicine meets women’s health: A GP’s perspective

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