Dermal Science Courses: Accredited Pathways with AACDS
Start your career in Cosmetic Dermal Sciences with one of our government-accredited and industry-recognised courses, with practical training available in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, and the Gold Coast.
Study Dermal Science with AACDS
AACDS offers a complete range of dermal science courses, government-accredited and industry-recognised, for anyone serious about a career in cosmetic dermal therapy or cosmetic nursing.
Whether you’re starting out, upskilling from beauty therapy, or a Registered Nurse moving into cosmetic injectables, there’s a dermal science course pathway built for you, including our cosmetic nursing course for those ready to add injectables.
Foundation Courses
The AACDS Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science has been developed for individuals who want to work as qualified dermal therapists in a cosmetic medical practice or dermal clinic but have not previously studied beauty therapy or the allied health field.
Diploma of Personal Care Formulation
Whether you’re looking to create your own skincare brand, develop innovative cosmetic products or expand your expertise within the personal care industry, the Diploma of Personal Care Formulation provides the scientific knowledge and practical skills to bring your product ideas to life.
Postgraduate Courses
Graduate Diploma
of Dermal Science
The Graduate Diploma of Dermal Science from AACDS offers advanced, nationally accredited training in dermal science, equipping professionals with in-depth knowledge and skills in skin health, cosmetic treatments, and clinical practices.
The Graduate Diploma of Cosmetic Nursing and Injectables offers advanced, nationally accredited training in cosmetic nursing, equipping professionals with knowledge and skills in dermal therapies, cosmetic injectables and clinical practice.
Australia’s first nationally accredited postgraduate qualification in cosmetic medicine, designed exclusively for medical doctors by leading doctors in the field. Delivered by AACDS and written by the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA).
Skillset in Cosmetic Injectables
Designed for registered nurses delivering cosmetic injectable treatments, this skill set provides a structured, competency-based pathway to meet strengthened regulatory expectations around patient safety, ethical practice, and technical proficiency.
Why study Dermal Science with AACDS
AACDS is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) established in 2004 to deliver nationally accredited qualifications in cosmetic nursing and dermal therapies.
Our Advanced and Graduate Diploma courses are designed to train students on the latest cosmetic and dermal therapies available in the industry, each delivered using a blended model of online and practical modules.
Students can choose from full-time, part-time or unit-by-unit study modes, allowing flexibility to fit studying into any schedule.
Practical modules are delivered in real-world clinical environments with students working with qualified cosmetic medical professionals and dermal therapists under our industry standard-setting policy of a two-to-one student-trainer ratio.
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