Specialist Course

IV Vitamin Therapy

Intravenous vitamin and nutrient therapy — taught face-to-face in one day, theory in the morning and supervised practical on a dummy arm in the afternoon. A standalone course; no prior injectables training required.

One full day — theory and supervised practical
Practical training demonstrated on a dummy arm
Vascular access anatomy, cannulation and infusion technique
Fluids, nutrient infusions, monitoring and aseptic technique
1-module course portal in your student dashboard
Certificate of Completion and Competence
Every Enrolment Includes
All training materials & consumables
Supervised practical session on the day
Small groups & one-to-one guidance
1-module course portal + assessment
Certificate of Completion & Competence
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Format1 DayFace-to-face, on its own dates
PracticalDummy ArmDemonstrated, then practised
Study1 ModulePlus assessment, in your dashboard
OutcomeCertificateCompletion & competence
The Treatment

What You'll Learn to Do

A full day — the clinical theory first, then the practical, demonstrated on a dummy arm.

A patient reclined in a clinic chair receiving an intravenous vitamin infusion, cannula secured in her forearm One full day
What You'll Be Doing

IV Infusion
& Vitamin Therapy

Fluids, medications or nutrients administered directly into the bloodstream through a vein — for hydration and electrolyte balance, for medications that work better given intravenously, and for nutritional support. Because it bypasses the digestive system, absorption is not a limiting factor: onset is rapid, and rate and volume are controlled precisely and adjusted to the patient in front of you.

Step 1AssessWork-up and testing, and when not to proceed.
Step 2OrderSchedule 4 ingredients prescribed first.
Step 3CannulateVein selected, cannula sited aseptically.
Step 4InfusePump or gravity, monitored throughout.
Where it's used
Hydration & electrolyte balance Nutrient and vitamin infusions Recovery, immunity & energy Nutritional support
What you'll cover
Vascular access & cannulation Fluids, solutions & flow rates Work-up, testing & monitoring Aseptic technique & documentation
Myers cocktail NAD+ Glutathione (GSH) Amino acid options Vitamin injections Intake, consent & aftercare
Course Manuals

What You'll Actually Study

The manual is yours in the student dashboard from the day you enrol — read them before the weekend, keep them as a reference after.

1 manual 10 chapters Read at your own pace
01

What IV Vitamin Therapy Is

Background, history and where it sits in clinical and wellness settings.

02

Clinical Applications & Settings

Indications, the settings it is delivered in, and honest limits on the evidence.

03

IV Nutrients & Vitamins

Each nutrient, what it does, and how the common preparations differ.

04

Work-Up & Testing

What to assess and test before infusing, and when not to proceed.

05

Basic Patient Management

Monitoring during the infusion, recognising reactions, and responding to them.

06

Intake, Consent & Aftercare

The forms themselves — patient intake, informed consent, information and aftercare.

07

Dose & Administration Guidelines

General dosing, fluids and solutions, and flow-rate calculation.

08

Treatment Formulas

The standard cocktails and add-ons, and what each is formulated for.

09

IV Technique

Cannulation refresher — insertion tips, difficult access and troubleshooting.

10

Building the Service

Implementing the modality in an existing practice — equipment, supplies and setup.

The manual is the course's own material, issued through the student dashboard on enrolment.

How the Day Runs

One full day, face to face. Theory in the morning, a supervised practical in the afternoon, and a trainer with you throughout.

MorningTheory & assessment

IV nutrients, patient work-up and testing, dosing, formulas and recognising complications.

AfternoonPractical on a dummy arm

Cannulation and infusion set-up, demonstrated on a dummy arm with your trainer guiding each step.

Key competencies

Gained upon course completion. Complete the day to receive your Certificate of Completion & Competence.

  • IV work-up & consentScreen and test patients, and complete intake, consent and aftercare documentation.
  • Formulas & dosingChoose suitable IV formulas, add-ons and doses for each patient.
  • Cannulation & administrationInsert and secure an IV cannula, prepare formulas, calculate flow rates and monitor the infusion.
  • Safety & complicationsRecognise, prevent and manage infiltration, phlebitis and other adverse events.

IV treatment formulas

Learn the ingredients, suggested uses and patient suitability for 20 IV formulas used in clinics today.

Hydration & recoveryHydrationRecoveryHangoverJet lagFood poisoningSunburn
Immunity & wellnessImmune boostColds & fluMyers’ cocktailMIVM cocktailHealthy gut repairWeight loss
EnergyNAD+Energy & focus
Beauty & antioxidantBeautyGlutathione
Symptom reliefMigraine & headacheNauseaMorning sicknessHER

Also covered: IV add-ons to boost a formula for specific needs · amino acid IV options, including L-glutamine and L-arginine · vitamin injections, such as active B12.

IV therapy in practice

Safe, well-run IV therapy is about more than cannulation. The course covers patient management and how to set up your service.

Patient management
  • PARQ with every patientProcedure, alternatives, risks and questions.
  • Clear handoutsWhat to expect, IV-site bruising, eating and hydration.
  • Hydration before and after treatmentTo prevent headaches.
  • Realistic treatment plansIncluding sessions before reassessment.

Setting up your IV service

Business-ready: equipment, set-up costs and service models — from a mobile IV service to a dedicated IV lounge.

Mobile IV serviceRun from a home office and bring IV therapy to clients by vehicle or van. The lowest-cost way to start.
IV loungeA dedicated space with treatment chairs, refrigeration, timers and reception. Stronger presence.
In your existing practiceA small, clean space during set IV block times. Start with small product quantities.
Equipment & supplies you’ll plan for
IV fluid bags & polesSterile tubing, pumps & clampsNeedles, syringes & dressingsAlcohol swabs & sharps disposalBP monitor & pulse oximeterThermometer, stethoscope & PPERefrigeration for IV contents

What’s included

  • Practical training on a dummy arm
  • All training materials & consumables
  • Small groups & one-to-one guidance
  • Online course portal + assessment
  • Certificate of Completion & Competence

Just bring your AHPRA registration, insurance and a willingness to learn.

How Enrolment Works

From booking your place to your certificate.

  1. 1Complete secure checkout to reserve your place.
  2. 2Our team confirms your eligibility and emails your booking confirmation.
  3. 3Your confirmation includes the day-by-day timetable for your weekend.
  4. 4Sign in to your student dashboard to read the 1 course modules and sit the assessment.
  5. 5Attend both days and receive your certificate.

Check you're eligible first

No prior injectables training is needed — this is a standalone course. You will need current AHPRA registration, insurance, and (for Registered Nurses) venepuncture certification. Read the requirements before you book.

Can't see a date that works?

This course runs on its own dates, separate from our other programmes. Contact our team and we'll tell you the moment new dates open in your city.

Eligibility

Who Can Train in IV Vitamin Therapy

This course is open to AHPRA-registered doctors and nurses. Below is a plain summary of what each registration allows — general information to help you work out whether the course is right for you, not legal advice.

ProfessionEligibleWhat it depends on
Medical PractitionerYes

The clearest position. Performed within your own scope of practice, with your own prescribing rights where the procedure calls for them.

Nurse PractitionerYes

Holds prescribing rights, so can both order and administer within scope.

Registered NurseYes

Performed with medical oversight where a Schedule 4 substance is involved — AHPRA requires a prescriber consultation per patient, per visit.

Enrolled NurseConditional

Eligible where the registration carries the medicines notation. IV medicine administration and independent patient assessment are restricted for ENs in several states, so check your own scope and employer policy first.

Check this against your own registration before you enrol.
Your state or territory's drugs and poisons law decides who may possess and handle Schedule 4 substances, and AHPRA's 2025 guidelines for non-surgical cosmetic procedures require an in-person or video consultation with a prescriber for each patient, each time — no bulk or batch prescribing. AHPRA regulates you, not the clinic; there is no separate business licence to apply for. This is general information, not legal advice, and it does not replace your employer's policy or your indemnity insurer's conditions.

To enrol, you'll need

Current AHPRA registration as a Doctor, Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse.
Prerequisite: Active AHPRA registration.
Insurance coverage to perform the procedure after completing the course.

Just bring your AHPRA registration, insurance and a willingness to learn.
You do not need to have completed our Anti-Wrinkle & Dermal Filler programme first. This is a standalone course.

Why Train With IAHPA

The same standards that run through every IAHPA programme — small groups, close supervision, and trainers who still practise.

Small class sizesSmall groups mean personalised attention and direct feedback on your technique.
Expert instructorsExperienced professionals working in the cosmetic and clinical field, bringing real-world insight.
Hands-on, always supervisedPractical training is prioritised — a trainer is with you through every practical session.
Purpose-built facilitiesModern clinical facilities and equipment, so you train the way you'll practise.
Ongoing supportContinued clinical support and access to our practitioner community after you finish.
Certification that countsAn industry-recognised Certificate of Completion and Competence covering both treatments.

Also looking at anti-wrinkle & dermal filler?

Our 4-day Aesthetic Training Programme is a separate course you can take before or after this one — neither is a prerequisite for the other.

View the Beginners Programme
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