Start your career in Cosmetic Nursing or Dermal Therapies with one of our government-accredited and industry-recognised courses.

ABOUT AACDS

AACDS is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) established in 2004 to deliver nationally accredited qualifications in cosmetic nursing and dermal therapies.

Our focus is delivering Advanced and Graduate Diploma courses 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.

We believe that to be successful in delivering our courses; we must engage with the industry and medical professionals to create relevant courses, not only to the needs of the industry but also to ensure our graduating students are ready to begin their careers in Dermal Therapies and Cosmetic Nursing.

Part of that commitment has been delivering real-world clinical environment experience through our Aspire Training Clinics, where students complete their studies working under the guidance of qualified cosmetic medical professionals and dermal therapists. We pride ourselves on our industry standard-setting policy of a two-to-one student-trainer ratio.

Explore our industry accredited courses

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52923WA Advanced Diploma of
Cosmetic Dermal Science

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.

The curriculum covers the knowledge and skills required to perform various 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.

Discover new opportunities in the thriving field of cosmetic dermal science with the AACDS Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science! This industry-leading program is your gateway to a lucrative career as a qualified Dermal Therapist in a high-end cosmetic medical practice or prestigious dermal clinic.

This course combines both theoretical and practical components to ensure graduates are well-equipped and current with the latest techniques and industry standards. 

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52920WA Graduate Diploma
of Dermal Science

The Graduate Diploma of Dermal Science has been developed for individuals with a beauty or allied health background and are looking to develop the skills to work as a qualified dermal therapist in a cosmetic medical practice, clinic or expand the services in their existing business. 

The curriculum provides graduates with the knowledge and hands-on skills to perform a range of safe and effective dermal therapies, including patient consultation and assessment, dermatoscopy, laser and light-based therapies, epidermal resurfacing procedures, skin/micro-needling, and holistic patient care involving the integration of gut health and dermatology.

The next phase of your career in the booming world of cosmetic dermal science starts here with the AACDS Graduate Diploma of Dermal Science! This industry-leading program is your gateway to elevating your skills to work as a qualified Dermal Therapist.

This course combines both theoretical and practical components to ensure graduates are well-equipped and current with the latest techniques and industry standards. 

52919WA Graduate Diploma of
Cosmetic Nursing and Injectables

The Graduate Diploma of Cosmetic Nursing and Injectables was developed specifically for qualified nurses wishing to enter the field of cosmetic medicine.

This nationally accredited qualification will provide nurses with the knowledge and hands-on practical skills required to perform a range of dermal therapies, cosmetic injectable procedures and cosmetic nursing duties in a cosmetic medical practice.

The unit CDNEIP03 – Evaluate and Perform Cosmetic Injectable Procedures’ is the first nationally accredited unit that covers both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed for administering dermal fillers and wrinkle relaxants.

This course combines both theoretical and practical components to ensure graduates are well-equipped and current with the latest techniques and industry standards. 

Why study 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.

Practical Application

Gain real-world experience in our dedicated training clinics.

Thriving Careers

Join the rapidly evolving Cosmetic Dermal Sciences industry.

Beyond Beauty

Learn dermal therapies that deliver proven results.

Unlimited Opportunities

Elevate your beauty career in the thriving Aesthetics industry

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