52854WA Graduate Diploma of Dermal Science
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.
• Diploma minimum in a beauty-related field
OR
• Evidence of significant and relevant vocational experience
SEMESTER ONE - THEORY UNITS
CDNERT02 Analyse epidermal resurfacing therapies
CDNLBT02 Analyse light-based therapies used in cosmetic medicine/ laser safety (Includes approved Laser Safety Certificate)
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)
SEMESTER ONE - CLINICAL COMPETENCIES
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
SEMESTER ONE - CLINICAL COMPETENCIES CONT’D
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)
SEMESTER TWO - THEORY UNITS
CDNSCP02 Evaluate surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures
CDNMCP01 Manage and promote the cosmetic practice
CDNIHD01 Integrate health and dermatology for aesthetic practice
OPTIONAL CLINICAL PLACEMENT* 76 hours of clinical experience at an approved cosmetic medical clinic. This unit is available to students who do NOT have relevant industry experience.
*The Clinical Placement unit is a non-accredited unit
BECOME A SUCCESSFUL DERMAL THERAPIST
FREE SHORT COURSE IS NOW AVAILABLE
This course describes the steps to become a successful Dermal Therapist in Australia. The course material is designed to help undergraduate candidates make an informed decision about pursuing a career in aesthetics and graduate candidates (those currently working in a health or beauty related field), determine which educational pathway will meet their career goals. The main topics of the course include:
- An overview of the aesthetics industry, future growth and forecasts
- A dermal therapist’s scope of practice
- Governance and regulation of the aesthetic industry
- Best practice standards in dermal therapies
- How to launch your career as a Dermal Therapist
The course will take you approximately two hours to complete inclusive of all readings and downloads. On course completion, you will have a sound understanding of the aesthetics industry and the various roles dermal therapists have.
Completing the ‘Becoming a Successful Dermal Therapist’ short course is great preparation for a career up-skill in 2024, especially if you’re considering moving into the field of aesthetics or ready to start your journey.
My course coordinator was amazing. I was in QLD and she was in WA and this made no difference whatsoever. Every question I had was answered in a timely manner and my assessor always went above and beyond to ensure I understood. The online process was seamless and the content was perfect.
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