52709WA GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF COSMETIC NURSING
The Graduate Diploma of Cosmetic Nursing (52709WA) is a postgraduate course developed specifically for enrolled/div 2 or registered nurses wishing to enter the field of cosmetic medicine. This government accredited qualification will provide students with the knowledge and hands-on skills required to work in a cosmetic medical practice and/or accredited day hospital performing cosmetic nursing, dermal therapies and injectable procedures.The unit Evaluate Injectable Cosmetic Procedures is the first nationally accredited unit covering the theory and practical skills associated with dermal fillers and muscle relaxants.
- COURSE FEES AND PAYMENT INFORMATION
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$15,700 - Online Study
$16,600 - On-Campus Study
This is a Study Loans approved course. For more information on our payment options, please click here.
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Please note:
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
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- Must be a Registered or enrolled/division 2 nurse
- Current registration through AHPRA
- Please note: If you graduated prior to 2008, you MUST hold a current medications endorsement
- COURSE DURATION & STUDY COMMITMENT
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- 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
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- On campus in Perth
- Online, with practical training available in Sydney, Perth, Gold Coast and Melbourne
- PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
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Graduates of this course are eligible to join the Nurse Affiliate Membership Category of the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery (ACCS).
- FURTHER LEARNING PATHWAYS
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On successful completion of the unit GDNPAM801A 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.
*Please note: Course structure, duration of practical and choice of electives may change at any time at the discretion of AACDS.
Full-Time
- Semester One
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CodeCluster
1.1 Dermal Science Theory
GDNERT801A Analyse epidermal resurfacing techniques
GDNLBT801A 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 appropriate1.2CN GDNPCN801A Analyse the principles of cosmetic nursing 1.2 GDNPCD801A Analyse the principles of dermatology in a cosmetic medical context 2.6 GDNPAM801A Analyse the principles of anti-ageing medicine - Semester Two
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CodeCluster
2.1CN GDNSCP801A Evaluate surgical cosmetic procedures 2.4 GDNEFC801A Evaluate the use and formulation of cosmeceuticals 3.1 Theory GDNCIP801A Evaluate cosmetic injectable procedures (theory component) - Practical competencies
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CodeCluster
2.2 completed over a full-time 10-12 day block GDNPCM801A Perform clinical microdermabrasion in a cosmetic medical context
GDNPCP801A Perform chemical peels in a cosmetic medical context
GDNPLT801A Perform light based therapies for the purpose of photo rejuvenation in a cosmetic medical context
GDNPSN801A Perform skin needling in a cosmetic medical context
GDNPFL801A Perform fractionated laser in a cosmetic medical context3.1 (3 day workshop and optional half day patient review session) GDNCIP801A Evaluate cosmetic injectable procedures (practical component) Clinical Placement* (pre requisite to access 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 is a non-accreditted unit.
Part-Time
- Semester One
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CodeCluster
1.1 Dermal Science Theory
GDNERT801A Analyse epidermal resurfacing techniques
GDNLBT801A 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 appropriate1.2CN GDNPCN801A Analyse the principles of cosmetic nursing - Semester Two
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CodeCluster
1.2 GDNPCD801A Analyse the principles of dermatology in a cosmetic medical context 2.6 GDNPAM801A Analyse the principles of anti-ageing medicine - Semester Three
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CodeCluster
2.1CN GDNSCP801A Evaluate surgical cosmetic procedures 2.4 GDNEFC801A Evaluate the use and formulation of cosmeceuticals 3.1 Theory GDNCIP801A Evaluate cosmetic injectable procedures (theory component) - Semester Four - Practical competencies
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CodeCluster
2.2 completed over a full-time 10-12 day block GDNPCM801A Perform clinical microdermabrasion in a cosmetic medical context
GDNPCP801A Perform chemical peels in a cosmetic medical context
GDNPLT801A Perform light based therapies for the purpose of photo rejuvenation in a cosmetic medical context
GDNPSN801A Perform skin needling in a cosmetic medical context
GDNPFL801A Perform fractionated laser in a cosmetic medical context3.1 (3 day workshop and optional half day patient review session) GDNCIP801A Evaluate cosmetic injectable procedures (practical component) Clinical Placement* (pre requisite to access 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 is a non-accreditted unit.
Per Unit
- Semester One
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CodeCluster
1.1 Dermal Science Theory
GDNERT801A Analyse epidermal resurfacing techniques
GDNLBT801A 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
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CodeCluster
1.2CN GDNPCN801A Analyse the principles of cosmetic nursing - Semester Three
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CodeCluster
1.2 GDNPCD801A Analyse the principles of dermatology in a cosmetic medical context - Semester Four
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Code Cluster 2.6 GDNPAM801A Analyse the principles of anti-ageing medicine - Semester Five
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CodeCluster
2.1CN GDNSCP801A Evaluate surgical cosmetic procedures - Semester Six
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CodeCluster
2.4 GDNEFC801A Evaluate the use and formulation of cosmeceuticals - Semester Seven - Practical Compentencies
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CodeCluster
2.2 completed over a full-time 10-12 day block GDNPCM801A Perform clinical microdermabrasion in a cosmetic medical context
GDNPCP801A Perform chemical peels in a cosmetic medical context
GDNPLT801A Perform light based therapies for the purpose of photo rejuvenation in a cosmetic medical context
GDNPSN801A Perform skin needling in a cosmetic medical context
GDNPFL801A Perform fractionated laser in a cosmetic medical context3.1 (3 day workshop and optional half day patient review session) GDNCIP801A Evaluate cosmetic injectable procedures (practical component) Clinical Placement* (pre requisite to access 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 is a non-accreditted unit.
COURSE AT A GLANCE
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
Current registration through AHPRA as a registered or enrolled/division 2 nurse
COURSE MODE
Full Time | Part Time | Single Unit
STUDY MODES
On Campus | Online plus practical
CAMPUS LOCATION
Perth
COURSE START
Monthly start date