52850WA Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science

The 52850WA Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science is an undergraduate dermal therapy course developed for candidates wanting to work as a qualified Dermal Therapist in a cosmetic medical practice or dermal clinic. The curriculum covers the knowledge and skills required to perform a range of dermal therapy procedures within a cosmetic medical context. This course is an ideal alternative to Beauty Therapy as it caters for candidates who wish to provide results-driven procedures and work alongside other allied health and cosmetic medical professionals.

Course Fees and Payment Information

$17,412
VET Student Loans approved course*. Please click here for further information.

*VET Student Loans will not be approved for students who do not meet eligibility requirements. A VET Student Loan gives rise to a HELP debt that continues to be a debt due to the Commonwealth until it is repaid.

(To view full schedule of fees, click here)

For information on AACDS' withdrawal and refund policy, please click here.

Course Admission Requirements

Completion of year 12 or mature-age entry
1000-word essay on the practice of cosmetic medicine and dermal therapies in Australia (please click here for more information on writing your essay)

RTO Admission Requirements

Candidates from a non-academic background MUST complete a Literacy & Numeracy test
Additional requirements may be determined upon the pre-enrolment interview

Course Duration and Study Load

Full-time: approx. 27 hrs/week over 10 months
Part-time: approx. 15 hrs/week over 20 months
Single unit: approx. 6 hrs/week over a maximum of 3 years
Two-week full-time block for clinical competencies in Dermal Therapies

Study Mode

Online, with practical training available in Sydney, Perth, Gold Coast, and Melbourne.

Further Learning Pathways

On successful completion of the 52850WA Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science, graduates will have the opportunity to achieve the 52854WA Graduate Diploma of Dermal Science by completing an additional two units in dermatoscopy and integrated health and dermatology.

Please note: Your timetable will be confirmed upon receiving a personalised schedule

Theory Units

CDNCAS01 - Apply communication and assessment strategies to patient consultation

CDNERT02 - Analyse epidermal resurfacing techniques

CDNLBT02 - Analyse light-based therapies used in cosmetic medicine / laser safety
(Includes approved Laser Safety Certificate)

CDNAAP01 - Apply principles of anatomy and physiology to dermal therapies

CDNEFC02 - Evaluate the use and formulation of cosmeceuticals

HLTINF005 - Maintain infection prevention for skin penetration treatments

CDNSCP02 - Evaluate surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures

CDNPPC02 - Analyse the principles of psychology in a cosmetic medical context

CDNMCP01 - Manage and promote the cosmetic practice

Practical Units

CDNPLT01 - Provide laser and light-based procedures in a cosmetic medical context

CDNPCM02 - Provide clinical microdermabrasion procedures in a cosmetic medical context

CDNPSN02 - Provide skin needling procedures in a cosmetic medical context

CDNPCP02 - Provide chemical resurfacing procedures in a cosmetic medical context

OPTIONAL CLINICAL PLACEMENT AVAILABLE - 76 Hrs at an approved cosmetic clinic

Practical elements of the following units will also be covered during practical activities:

CDNCAS01 - Apply communication and assessment strategies to patient consultation

HLTINF005 - Maintain infection prevention for skin penetration treatments

On completion of the 52850WA Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science, graduates will get access to the following:

Complimentary access to Aesthetics CPD for a period of 12 months.
Access to AACDS recruitment website for job opportunities
Receive a one-year subscription to The Aesthetic and Beauty Industry Council (ABIC)

Before you start the online application form, you will need:

Copy of passport OR
Copy of birth certificate
copy of Australian citizenship
Copy of certificate of year 12 OR proof of age over 21
Copy of of a national certificate IV qualification OR completion of our online LLN test
1000-word essay on dermal therapies within Australia (essay instructions available to download here

Please note: (If you are applying for VET STUDENT LOANS, you must provide proof of eligibility).

USI Number: To enrol in a Nationally Accredited course you must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) You can apply for your USI here. The application process only takes 5 minutes. It is compulsory for you to have a USI and we encourage you to apply for it as soon as you can and preferably BEFORE your enrolment is finalised.

Please note: If you do not hold a Year 12 Certificate / mature age entry or hold a national Certificate IV, you may be required to sit an online Language, Literacy test (LLN) test. The requirement to sit this test will be established on a case-by-case basis. You will be notified if this is a requirement once your application has been processed.

COURSE AT
A GLANCE

COURSE START
Monthly start date

COURSE MODE
Full Time
Part-Time
Single Unit

STUDY MODE
Online / Blended

52850WA Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science