Vocational Graduate Certificate in Dermal Therapies (Allied Health/Beauty Stream)
This government-accredited graduate course is developed for candidates from an allied health or beauty background. The objective of the course is to provide students with the knowledge and hands-on skills to meet the employment requirements of a modern skin clinic. Graduates may seek employment as a qualified Dermal Therapist, establish their own clinic, or add dermal therapy procedures to their current scope of practice.
Please note: Should a student be interested in working in the cosmetic medical profession, the recommended course is the Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science.
Admission Requirements
Certificate IV or Diploma of Beauty Therapy or a Diploma minimum within a health related field.
Course Duration
Full-time: 26 hrs/week over one, 16-week semester, plus 10 to 14 days practical training.
Part-time: 12 hrs/week over two, 16-week semester, plus 10 to 14 days practical training.
Study Modes Available
On-campus (WA and QLD)
Online, with practical competencies in NSW, WA and QLD
Learning Pathways
Graduates of the Vocational Graduate Certificate in Dermal Therapies will achieve advanced standing (credit) into the Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science and may apply for advanced standing (credit) into an Enrolled Nursing course.
Course Structure
Contact hours per week do NOT include the addition self-guided study.
Semester One (16-week period)
| Code | Cluster Name | Contact hrs/week |
|---|---|---|
| 1.1 |
Dermal Science Theory
1.1A Dermal health: identification, referral and treatment
HLTCOM406B Make referrals to other health care professional when required 1.1B Epidermal resurfacing techniques 1.1C Light-Based Therapies, and IPL/Laser Safety Officer |
4 |
| 1.2 |
Dermal Science Human Biology
(Includes HLTAP401A Confirm Physical Health Status)
|
3.5 |
Semester One Elective Units (choose one of the following)
| Code | Cluster Name | Contact hrs/week |
|---|---|---|
| 2.4 | Cosmeceutical Science | 3.5 |
| 1.4 |
Practice Management and Administration
HLTCOM5A Manage a Practice
BSBFLM512A Ensure Team Effectiveness |
3.5 |
Semester Two
| Code | Cluster Name | Contact hrs/week |
|---|---|---|
| Pre 2.2 |
Preparation for Dermal Science Practical
HLTFA301B Apply First Aid
HLTIN301A Comply with infection control policies and procedures HLTIN402B Maintain infection control standards in office practice settings BSBMED303A Maintain patient records |
3.5 |
| 2.2 |
Dermal Science Practical
2.2A Perform Microdermabrasion
2.2B Perform Chemical Peels 2.2C Perform IPL Photo Rejuvenation and Permanent Hair Reduction 2.2D Perform Skin Needling |
4 (or delivered over a 10-14 day block) |
Special Optional Unit (Evidence of medical supervision required)
| Code | Cluster Name | Contact hrs/week |
|---|---|---|
| 3.3 | Perform Photo Dynamic Therapy | 3.5 |
Additional Information
Students NOT from a beauty background may be advised to complete some additional units from the Beauty Training Package. These units are delivered through TAFEs and private beauty colleges.
Contact AACDS
Australasian Academy of Cosmetic Dermal Science
Suite 1a Arcadia Chambers, 1 Roydhouse St
SUBIACO, Perth Western Australia 6008
Phone: +61 8 9382 4788
Fax: +61 8 9382 4833
Email: enquiries@aacds.edu.au
CRICOS Provider No. 02813B
