52852WA Graduate Diploma of Cosmetic Nursing and Injectables
The 52852WA Graduate Diploma of Cosmetic Nursing and Injectables (RTO 51373) is a postgraduate course 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 work in a cosmetic medical practice, performing a range of dermal therapies, injectable procedures, and cosmetic nursing duties. The unit 'CDNEIP02: Evaluate and perform cosmetic injectable procedures’ is the first nationally accredited unit covering the theoretical and practical skills associated with dermal fillers and wrinkle relaxants.
- 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
- Enrolled/Div. 2 nurses are now required to meet additional requirements for course entry.
THEORY UNITS
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
CDNPDD02 - Apply principles of dermatology and dermatoscopy to cosmetic medicine
CDNEFC02 - Evaluate the use and formulation of cosmeceuticals
HLTINF005 - Maintain infection prevention for skin penetration treatments
CDNESP02 - Evaluate cosmetic surgical procedures
CDNEIP02 - Evaluate and perform cosmetic injectable procedures
CDNIHD01 - Integrate health and dermatology for aesthetic practice
PRACTICAL UNITS
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
OPTIONAL CLINICAL PLACEMENT - Clinical Placement (76 hrs)
Practical elements of the following units will also be covered during practical activities:
CDNCAS01 - Apply communication and assessment strategies to patient consultation
HLTINF005 - Maintain infection prevention for skin penetration treatments
CDNPDD02 - Apply principles of dermatology and dermatoscopy to cosmetic medicine
CDNEIP02 - Evaluate and perform cosmetic injectable procedures
Become a successful cosmetic nurse
If you’re a nurse considering a career in cosmetic medicine, AACDS has released a free short-course in Cosmetic Nursing to help guide you.
The course is developed to provide nurses with the key information required to make an informed decision about career pathways in cosmetic nursing. The main topics of the course include:
- An overview of the aesthetics industry, future growth and forecasts
- Regulation and governance of cosmetic medicine
- A Cosmetic Nurse’s scope of practice
- Best practice standards in cosmetic nursing
- How to launch your career as a Cosmetic Nurse
- Advice from current practicing Cosmetic Nurses working in diverse areas of cosmetic medicine
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 Cosmetic Nurses have in cosmetic medicine – for instance, it’s not just about cosmetic injectables!
Completing the ‘Becoming a Successful Cosmetic Nurse’ short course is great preparation for a career up-skill in 2023, especially if you’re considering moving into the field of aesthetics or ready to start your journey.
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