International Students
About Western Australia
Perth City is the capital of Western Australia. The population of Perth is 1,400,500. Perth has a healthy climate with low humidity with the temperature ranging from around 9C in winter and up to 30C in summer. The City itself sits alongside the beautiful Swan River.
Perth boasts some of the best beaches in Australia, an active nightlife, outdoor dining, fishing and water sports plus many other interesting and fun things to do.
The people are known as friendly and Perth’s atmosphere is described as relaxed with a multi cultural atmosphere and people form many different countries, religions and ethnic backgrounds.
The Australasian Academy of Cosmetic Dermal Science (AACDS) is located in the suburb of Subiaco, five minutes by train from Perth City. Subiaco itself has many fine restaurants, shops and bustling markets.
Admission Requirements for Overseas Students
Prerequisites
The Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science is a postgraduate course and requires the candidate to hold either: Diploma of Beauty Therapy, Diploma of Enrolled Nursing or Bachelor of Nursing.
Contact Details
Overseas students should be aware that it is their duty to advise the provider of any change in their contact details (i.e. Australian residential address and telephone number) as automatic visa cancellation could occur without knowledge to the student. Such cancellation may not be revoked if it has occurred where the student has failed to keep the provider informed.
Health Cover
Overseas students studying in Australia must have private health insurance as a condition of their Student Visa. AACDS does not arrange for overseas students health cover. It is the student’s responsibility to organise their own health cover prior to and for the duration of their stay in Australia. The approximate cost of health care cover for one year is $342.00. Please note that you must apply for OSHC before you apply for your student visa.
English Language Proficiency
The Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science is taught in English. AACDS requires a high level of proficiency in written and oral English.
The minimum English Language proficiency is IELTS score of 6.5 with no less than 6 in each of the four components and/or TOEFL score of 570 pen and paper test and 230 computer based test with an overall score of 4.5 in the essay component. Evidence of English language proficiency must be provided for entry into the course.
Students who have only achieved the minimum scores are encouraged to undertake further English language study
Course Duration and Commitment for Overseas Students
The course is run over two semesters (one year) on a full-time basis. In addition to 20 contact hours per week, a student will have a further 10 to 15 hours per week of self-guided study.
Overseas students should be aware that failing to attend less than 80% of the course and/or poor academic performance will breach their visa conditions and that AACDS as a registered provider is required to report the breach to Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs (DIMA). via Provider Registration and International Students Management System (PRISMS).
Course Structure for Overseas Students
Students must complete all of the following core units:
Semester One
| Code | CORE UNITS | Hrs/wk |
|---|---|---|
| 1.1 | Dermal Science Theory | 3.5 |
| 1.2 | Human Biology for Cosmetic Dermal Therapy | 3.5 |
| 1.3 | Communication for Cosmetic Dermal Science | 3.5 |
| 1.4 | Practice Management and Administration | 3.5 |
| 3.0 | Internship * | 6 |
Semester Two
| Code | CORE UNITS | Hrs/wk |
|---|---|---|
| 2.1 | Cosmetic Science Surgical and Non-Surgical | 3.5 |
| 2.2 | Dermal Science Practical Workshops | 3.5 |
| 2.4 | Cosmeceutical Science | 3.5 |
| 3.1 | Internship * | 6 |
Elective Units
| Code | ELECTIVE UNITS | Hrs/wk |
|---|---|---|
| 2.3 | Psychology for Cosmetic Dermal Science | 3.5 |
| 2.5 | Nutrition | 3.5 |
* Internship
This unit provides students with the practical experience of working within a cosmetic practice. Each student can undertake clinical experience within one or all of the following fields: dermal therapy, theatre preparation, theatre assisting, sterilising of medical instruments, patient care and practice management/administration. Students are rostered on for 6 hours each week of each semester excluding holidays.
Please contact linda@aacds.edu.au for semester dates.
How do Overseas Students enrol?
To enrol in the Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science you must complete the Enrolment Application Form and provide evidence (certified copy) of your prerequisite qualifications, English Language Proficiency Score and Visa status. Applications are then assessed and a phone interview is conducted with the course coordinator.
Further Information and Correspondence:
Australasian Academy of Cosmetic Dermal Science
Suite 1a Arcadia Chambers, 1 Roydhouse St
Subiaco WA 6008
P: 08 9382 4788
F: 08 9382 4833
E: linda@aacds.edu.au