52707WA Graduate Diploma of Dermal Therapies

*Please note: Course structure, duration of practical and choice of electives may change at any time at the discretion of AACDS.

Course fee

$12,400 - Online Study

$13,300 - On-Campus Study

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Payment information

• The above prices are applicable for all students commencing their studies after September 2017. Any studies commenced prior to this date will be charged at their original enrolment fee.
• For information on AACDS' withdrawal and refund policy, please click here.

Admission requirements

• Certificate IV or Diploma of Beauty Therapy or;
• Diploma minimum in a health related field

Course duration and study commitment

• Full-time: approx. 20 hrs/week over 10 months
• Part-time: approx. 10 hrs/week over 20 months
• Single unit: approx. 6 hrs/week over a maximum of 2 years

Study modes available

• On campus in Perth
• Online, with practical training available in Sydney, Perth, Gold Coast and Melbourne

Professional Recognition

Graduates of this course are eligible for membership with the Australian Society of Dermal Clinicians.

Further Learning Pathway

On successful completion of the unit GDTPAM801A Analyse the Principles of
Anti-Ageing Medicine and its prerequisite units, students will receive credit towards their certification in Anti-Ageing Medicine for Allied Health Professional through the Australasian Academy of Anti-Medicine (A5M).

Course Structure

Contact hours per week do NOT include the addition self-guided study.

Full-Time

Semester One

Code	Cluster
1.1	Dermal Science Theory GDTERT801A Analyse epidermal resurfacing techniques GDTLBT801A Analyse light-based therapies used in cosmetic medicine (Unit incorporates a Laser Safety Officer’s Certificate approved by QLD Radiation Health and the WA Radiological Council) HLTCOM406C Make referrals to other health care professionals when appropriate
1.2	GDTPCD801A Analyse the principles of dermatology in a cosmetic medical context
1.4	Practice Management and Administration BSBWOR502B Ensure team effectiveness BSBFIM501A Manage budgets and financial plans
2.4	GDTEFC801A Evaluate the use and formulation of cosmeceuticals

Semester Two

Code	Cluster
2.1	GDTSCP801A Evaluate surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures
2.6	GDTPAM801A Analyse the principles of anti-ageing medicine

Practical Competencies

Code	Cluster
Pre 2.2	Preparation for Dermal Science Practical HLTAID003 Provide first aid** HLTIN402B Maintain infection control standards in office practice settings (theory component) BSBMED303B Maintain patient records
2.2	Dermal Science Practical (Completed as a full-time 10 to 12-day block) GDTPCM801A Perform clinical microdermabrasion in a cosmetic medical context GDTPCP801A Perform chemical peels in a cosmetic medical context GDTPLT801A Perform light-based therapies for the purpose of photo rejuvenation in a cosmetic medical context GDTPSN801A Perform skin needling in a cosmetic medical context GDTPFL801A Perform fractionated laser in a cosmetic medical context HLTIN402B Maintain infection control standards in office practice settings (practical component)
3.0	Clinical Placement* ((Pre-requisite to access to AACDS recruitment site)) 76 hours of clinical experience at an approved Cosmetic Medical Clinic. This unit is available to students who do NOT have relevant industry experience. Students with relevant industry experience may be exempt from this unit. This is assessed on a case-by-case basis.

*The Clinical Placement unit is a non-accredited unit

**HLTAID003 Provide first aid, is delivered by Red Cross on our behalf. All certificates / statement of attainments will be issued by the Red Cross directly.

 

Part-time

Semester One

Code	Cluster
1.1	Dermal Science Theory GDTERT801A Analyse epidermal resurfacing techniques GDTLBT801A Analyse light-based therapies used in cosmetic medicine (Unit incorporates a Laser Safety Officer’s Certificate approved by QLD Radiation Health and the WA Radiological Council) HLTCOM406C Make referrals to other health care professionals when appropriate
1.2	GDTPCD801A Analyse the principles of dermatology in a cosmetic medical context

Semester Two

Code	Cluster
1.4	Practice Management and Administration BSBWOR502B Ensure team effectiveness BSBFIM501A Manage budgets and financial plans
2.4	GDTEFC801A Evaluate the use and formulation of cosmeceuticals

Semester Three

Code	Cluster
2.1	GDTSCP801A Evaluate surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures
2.6	GDTPAM801A Analyse the principles of anti-ageing medicine

Semester Four - Practical Competencies

Code	Cluster
Pre 2.2	Preparation for Dermal Science Practical HLTAID003 Provide first aid** HLTIN402B Maintain infection control standards in office practice settings (theory component) BSBMED303B Maintain patient records
2.2	Dermal Science Practical (Completed as a full-time 10 to 12-day block) GDTPCM801A Perform clinical microdermabrasion in a cosmetic medical context GDTPCP801A Perform chemical peels in a cosmetic medical context GDTPLT801A Perform light-based therapies for the purpose of photo rejuvenation in a cosmetic medical context GDTPSN801A Perform skin needling in a cosmetic medical context GDTPFL801A Perform fractionated laser in a cosmetic medical context HLTIN402B Maintain infection control standards in office practice settings (practical component)
3.0	Clinical Placement* ((Pre-requisite to access to AACDS recruitment site)) 76 hours of clinical experience at an approved Cosmetic Medical Clinic. This unit is available to students who do NOT have relevant industry experience. Students with relevant industry experience may be exempt from this unit. This is assessed on a case-by-case basis.

*The Clinical Placement unit is a non-accredited unit

**HLTAID003 Provide first aid, is delivered by Red Cross on our behalf. All certificates / statement of attainments will be issued by the Red Cross directly.

Per Unit

Semester One

Code	Cluster
1.1	Dermal Science Theory GDTERT801A Analyse epidermal resurfacing techniques GDTLBT801A Analyse light-based therapies used in cosmetic medicine (Unit incorporates a Laser Safety Officer’s Certificate approved by QLD Radiation Health and the WA Radiological Council) HLTCOM406C Make referrals to other health care professionals when appropriate

Semester Two

Code	Cluster
1.2	GDTPCD801A Analyse the principles of dermatology in a cosmetic medical context

Semester Three

Code	Cluster
1.4	Practice Management and Administration BSBWOR502B Ensure team effectiveness BSBFIM501A Manage budgets and financial plans

Semester Four

Code	Cluster
2.4	GDTEFC801A Evaluate the use and formulation of cosmeceuticals

Semester Five

Code	Cluster
2.1	GDTSCP801A Evaluate surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures

Semester Six

Code	Cluster
2.6	GDTPAM801A Analyse the principles of anti-ageing medicine

Semester Seven - Practical Competencies

Code	Cluster
Pre 2.2	Preparation for Dermal Science Practical HLTAID003 Provide first aid** HLTIN402B Maintain infection control standards in office practice settings (theory component) BSBMED303B Maintain Patient Records
2.2	Dermal Science Practical (Completed as a full-time 10 to 12-day block) GDTPCM801A Perform clinical microdermabrasion in a cosmetic medical context GDTPCP801A Perform chemical peels in a cosmetic medical context GDTPLT801A Perform light-based therapies for the purpose of photo rejuvenation in a cosmetic medical context GDTPSN801A Perform skin needling in a cosmetic medical context GDTPFL801A Perform fractionated laser in a cosmetic medical context HLTIN402B Maintain infection control standards in office practice settings (practical component)
3.0	Clinical Placement* ((Pre-requisite to access to AACDS recruitment site)) 76 hours of clinical experience at an approved Cosmetic Medical Clinic. This unit is available to students who do NOT have relevant industry experience. Students with relevant industry experience may be exempt from this unit. This is assessed on a case-by-case basis.

*The Clinical Placement unit is a non-accredited unit

**HLTAID003 Provide first aid, is delivered by Red Cross on our behalf. All certificates / statement of attainments will be issued by the Red Cross directly.