Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The American Council of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery (ACAMS) is an independent private organization that functions as an accreditation, quality rating, and professional certification authority for aesthetic medicine and surgery education.

No. ACAMS is not a government body and does not act as a licensing or statutory regulatory authority in any jurisdiction.

No. ACAMS does not function as a university, does not enroll students, and does not award government-recognized academic degrees.

ACAMS primarily serves as an accreditation and quality rating authority, developing education standards and evaluating institutions, programs, and professional training frameworks.

No. ACAMS recognition is voluntary and does not replace any legal or regulatory requirements set by local or national authorities.