Patient Safety
CQC Registered Aesthetics Clinic: What It Means for You as a Patient
Most aesthetics clinics are not required to be CQC registered. AL Medical is. This article explains what CQC registration means, why it matters, and what questions you should ask before choosing any aesthetics clinic.
What Is the CQC?
The Care Quality Commission is the independent regulator of health and social care in England. CQC registered services are assessed against standards of safety, effectiveness, care, responsiveness and leadership.
Do Aesthetics Clinics Have to Be CQC Registered?
Not always. Whether registration is required depends on the activities carried out. AL Medical is CQC registered because we provide a wide range of regulated clinical services, and because we believe our clients deserve that level of independent assurance.
What CQC Registration Means in Practice
Initial assessment, ongoing inspections, public accountability and legal compliance obligations. Our inspection reports are publicly available on the CQC website.
What You Should Ask Any Aesthetics Clinic
- Is the clinic CQC registered or Save Face accredited?
- Is the practitioner a qualified prescriber?
- Are they registered with a professional body?
- Do they offer a face-to-face consultation?
- What is their process if something goes wrong?
A reputable clinic will answer all of these confidently.