Who We Are
An Online Academy for Medical Aesthetics and Laser Therapy
Our academy fits between the broad education of beauty schools and in-depth physician-only academies, the new golden standard entry point for professional aesthetic careers. We have transformed the entry into the field of medical aesthetics by enhancing the standards of both quality and inclusivity. Whether starting a new job or improving clinical skills, the academy provides a clear, credible route into one of Canada’s fastest-growing sectors.
Meet Our Founder
Alicia Yap is the visionary founder and Director of Education at ClaraDerma Academy, a premier training institution for aspiring Medical Aestheticians and Laser Technicians. She is also the founder of ClaraDerma+ Medical Aesthetics & Laser Clinic, where she has spent over a decade delivering advanced skin and laser treatments while mentoring the next generation of professionals in the industry.
Alicia’s journey into medical aesthetics was born from personal experience—her early challenges with skin concerns and body hair sparked a passion for finding safe, effective, and lasting solutions. That passion evolved into a lifelong career. Today, Alicia holds the designation Certified Master Medical Aesthetician (CMMA) and Certified Laser Technician (CLT). She is a respected skin diagnostician, advanced laser practitioner, and award-winning entrepreneur.
With over 11 years of hands-on experience, Alicia has worked alongside top dermatologists, physicians, and aesthetic experts. She has attended elite conferences, masterclasses, and conducted extensive research to build the Advanced Medical Aesthetics & Laser Training Essentials Certificate Program—a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip future medical aestheticians with real-world, science-based skills and gold-standard protocols.
Her work at ClaraDerma+ has earned Alicia numerous accolades, including:
• 40 Under 40 Business Achievement Award
• Consecutive Readers' Choice Diamond Award Winner (2018–2025)
• Cover Feature in Reveal Magazine
• Finalist at the Women’s International Business Awards
• Esteemed guest speaker at Niagara College, Trillium College, and Cappa School of Hair and Aesthetics
Alicia is proud to lead Niagara’s first AlumierMD Rose Gold Status clinic, setting industry benchmarks in quality, client care, and education.
Through ClaraDerma Academy, Alicia is committed to empowering students with the confidence, tools, and clinical expertise they need to succeed—and lead—in the ever-evolving world of medical aesthetics.
Up to date course curriculum
Online School Based in a Physical Clinic
As an extension of the ClaraDerma+ Spa in St. Catharines, Ontario, we have direct access to the latest technology and breakthroughs from hands-on experience and local conferences. We can update our curriculum in real time as patients' needs change and adapt to medical advances and the ever-changing medical aesthetics industry.
Uniting an industry
The Future of Medical Aesthetic Training in Canada
A standardized online program, accessible to aspiring and experienced aestheticians, helps us unite an industry lacking regulating principles. Our academy offers comprehensive education that enhances patient outcomes across Canada. Students benefit from a structured system for learning to thrive in a competitive field, complete with video demonstrations and reference materials they can retain for future use.
Our modules are tailored for career-minded learners, covering essential topics such as skin typing, contraindication management, and wound healing in a manner that is accessible, clear, and immediately applicable to real-world patient care. This training equips you to provide safer, more effective treatments, ensuring that your investment yields confidence, client trust, and career advancement.