The 52854WA Graduate Diploma of Dermal Science is developed for candidates from a beauty or health background wanting to achieve a formal and recognised qualification in dermal science. The objective of the qualification is to provide graduates with the knowledge and hands-on skills to perform a range of safe and effective dermal therapies and meet the employment needs of a modern cosmetic medical clinic. The Dermal Therapist’s Scope of Practice includes patient consultation and assessment, dermatoscopy, laser and light-based therapies, epidermal resurfacing procedures, skin/micro needling and holistic patient care involving the integration between gut health and dermatology.
$14,470
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Graduates of the 52854WA Graduate Diploma of Dermal Science are eligible for membership with the Australian Society of Dermal Clinicians.
On completion of the 52854WA Graduate Diploma of Dermal Science, graduates will automatically gain complimentary access to Aesthetics CPD for a period of 12 months.
Graduates from the 52854WA Graduate Diploma of Dermal Science are eligible to access the AACDS Recruitment site to view job posts in cosmetic medicine.
Full-Time
Please note: These outlines are to be used as a guide only. Your units will be confirmed upon receiving a personalised schedule.
Unit Code and Title | |
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CDNERT02 Analyse epidermal resurfacing therapies | |
CDNLBT02 Analyse light and energy-based therapies used in cosmetic medicine / laser safety | |
CDNCAS01 Apply communication and assessment strategies to patient consultation (Theory component) | |
CDNPDD02 Apply principles of dermatology and dermatoscopy to cosmetic medicine (Theory component) | |
CDNEFC02 Evaluate the use and formulation of cosmeceuticals | |
HLTINF005 Maintain infection prevention for skin penetration treatments (Theory component) |
Unit Code and Title | |
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CDNPLT01 Provide laser and light-based procedures in a cosmetic medical context | |
CDNPCP02 Provide chemical resurfacing procedures in a cosmetic medical context | |
CDNPCM02 Provide clinical microdermabrasion in a cosmetic medical context | |
CDNPSN02 Provide skin needling in a cosmetic medical context | |
CDNCAS01 Apply communication and assessment strategies to patient consultation (Practical component) | |
HLTINF005 Maintain infection prevention for skin penetration treatments (Practical component) | |
CDNPDD02 Apply principles of dermatology and dermatoscopy to cosmetic medicine (Practical component) |
Unit Code and Title | |
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CDNESP02 Evaluate surgical cosmetic procedures | |
CDNMCP01 Manage and promote the cosmetic practice | |
CDNIHD01 Integrate health and dermatology for aesthetic practice |
Unit Code and Title | |
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OPTIONAL Clinical Placement (76 hrs) |
Part-Time
Please note: These outlines are to be used as a guide only. Your units will be confirmed upon receiving a personalised schedule.
Unit Code and Title | |
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CDNERT02 Analyse epidermal resurfacing therapies | |
CDNLBT02 Analyse light and energy-based therapies used in cosmetic medicine / laser safety | |
CDNCAS01 Apply communication and assessment strategies to patient consultation (Theory component) |
Unit Code and Title | |
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CDNPDD02 Apply principles of dermatology and dermatoscopy to cosmetic medicine (Theory component) | |
CDNEFC02 Evaluate the use and formulation of cosmeceuticals | |
HLTINF005 Maintain infection prevention for skin penetration treatments (Theory component) |
Units (Please note: these units are delivered as a cluster over a two-week, full-time period)
Unit Code and Title | |
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CDNPLT01 Provide laser and light-based procedures in a cosmetic medical context | |
CDNPCP02 Provide chemical resurfacing procedures in a cosmetic medical context | |
CDNPCM02 Provide clinical microdermabrasion in a cosmetic medical context | |
CDNPSN02 Provide skin needling in a cosmetic medical context | |
CDNCAS01 Apply communication and assessment strategies to patient consultation (Practical component) | |
HLTINF005 Maintain infection prevention for skin penetration treatments (Practical component) | |
CDNPDD02 Apply principles of dermatology and dermatoscopy to cosmetic medicine (Theory component) |
Unit Code and Title | |
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CDNESP02 Evaluate surgical cosmetic procedures | |
CDNIHD01 Integrate health and dermatology for aesthetic practice |
Unit Code and Title | |
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CDNMCP01 Manage and Promote the Cosmetic Practice | |
OPTIONAL CLINICAL PLACEMENT Clinical Placement (76 hrs) |
Per Unit
Students have the option to complete one unit at a time over a maximum timeframe of 2.5 years.
Certificate IV or Diploma of Beauty Therapy OR Diploma minimum in a health related field
Full Time | Part Time | Single Unit
Online or
On-campus (Perth) plus practical
Hands on training in Sydney, Perth, Melbourne and Gold Coast
Monthly start dates