The Undergraduate Certificate in Laser and Dermal Therapy Essentials is designed to provide the fundamental knowledge required to safely and successfully utilise laser and beauty interventions to achieve dermal therapy goals. You will learn a solid foundation in laser technology and cosmetics, enabling you for work in the dermal therapy industry, and is the first step towards a Bachelor of Applied Health Science (Clinical Aesthetics).
The current intake for the Undergraduate Certificate in Laser and Dermal Therapy Essentials closes February 10th, 2025.
Course Overview
Course
Duration:
Up to 26 weeks
Course
Delivery:
Blended delivery with online learning and practical workshops
Total
Subjects:
4 subjects (worth 10 credit points each)
Payment
Options:
FEE-Help and Upfront
Please note: Under current Federal Government rules, undergraduate certificates cannot be issued by any Higher Education provider after 30 June 2025. This means if you are still studying an undergraduate certificate after this date, we may not be able to award you with the qualification regardless of if you have met all the course requirements. You can still enrol in this course but must either:·
The status of undergraduate certificates is currently under review and we expect to receive further advice soon. If the date is extended, this information will be updated.
The Australasian College of Health & Wellness offers offers eight accredited degrees and undergraduate certificates in Applied Health Science to help recognise you as an expert in the dynamic, rapidly changing field of Aesthetics.
Achieve your Undergraduate Certificate in Laser and Dermal Therapry Essentials in 3-6 months of study, giving you a relevant and modern qualification. This means you can leverage your new knowledge and skills faster to take advantage of a rapidly growing industry.
Few qualifications in Australia will set you apart like a higher education degree from ACHW. The recognition you will receive through studying with ACHW will not just increase your employment options, it will give you the confidence of knowing you are an expert in your field.
ACHW’s faculty is made up of qualified and respected experts in Health, Wellness, Science, Education, Aesthetics, Business Administration, and Digital Marketing. This ensures that our students gain a truly comprehensive learning experience.
Over the course of this qualification, you will:
This subject introduces students to the complexity of the ‘integumentary system’, the skin and related appendages including nails, hair, glands, and proteins and the variety of mechanical, thermal and environmental impacts that affect the ageing process and general health and functioning of the skin.
This subject considers the theories and practices associated with the cosmetic ingredients used in aesthetic practice via the scientific field of cosmetic chemistry, while contrasting this against the marketing ‘hype’ and language often used to promote cosmetic and related products and services. Students will be exposed to the classifications of raw state ingredients and their use in finished products.
This is an introductory subject providing students with opportunities to participate in a learning environment that delivers both a theoretical understanding and practical application of the consultation process utilising both aesthetic and medical classifications and analysis in forming a comprehensive consultation. This subject explores therapeutic communication styles in gaining client history and appropriate record keeping within a practice, and the fundamentals of professional skin care as a base for further clinical aesthetic practices.
This subject provides an opportunity for students to participate in a clinical learning environment that seeks to provide both theoretical understanding and practical application of chemical peeling and microdermabrasion. Students will develop critical thinking from evidence based knowledge in reviewing patient history and presentation and formulation of appropriate chemical peeling and/or microdermabrasion treatments for predictable outcomes in clinical practice. Additionally, students will be exposed to the safe operating process in the use of laser equipment.
In the practical clinics of the Undergraduate Certificate in Laser and Dermal Therapy Essentials, you will gain hands-on experience with the following treatments, technologies, and modalities:
Microdermabrasion is a non-invasive skin resurfacing treatment that uses a minimally abrasive instrument to exfoliate the outermost layer of skin cells, improving skin texture and appearance.
Hydrodermabrasion is a similar treatment to microdermabrasion, but it uses water and oxygen to gently exfoliate and hydrate the skin, leaving it softer and smoother.
Chemical peels involve applying a solution to the skin that causes it to exfoliate, revealing smoother, brighter skin and reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation.
Laser/IPL hair reduction uses targeted light energy to damage the hair, reducing hair growth in the treated area.
Electrical facial treatments involve using low-level electrical currents to stimulate and improve circulation, or as a anti germicidal, resulting in a brighter, more toned complexion.
Manual lymphatic drainage is a gentle massage technique that stimulates the lymphatic system, helping to reduce swelling, improve circulation, and boost the immune system. It is often used as a pre and post-operative treatment or for people with lymphedema.
Manual lymphatic drainage is a gentle massage technique that stimulates the lymphatic system, helping to reduce swelling, improve circulation, and boost the immune system. It is often used as a post-operative treatment or for people with lymphedema.
Over the course of this qualification, you will:
CO1 Demonstrate appropriately how to record the patient history and manage secure customer records
CO2 Describe the functions of the integumentary system, including the cellular turnover and major anatomical components
CO3 Describe the histology, physiology, anatomy of the skin, hair, and nails, including the function of the associated glands and proteins
CO4 Show proficiency in the use of different electrical modalities in a clinical aesthetics setting
CO5 Demonstrate understanding of the theory and contra-indications underpinning various technologies and treatment options
CO6 Demonstrate the mechanics and simple interventions for appropriate facial skin care including the use of various chemical peeling solutions and techniques
CO7 Define differing technical parameters of laser use and safe, successful treatment for laser hair removal
CO8 Ensure pre and post-treatment protocols are appropriate for and align to the client treatment and modalities used
To satisfy the academic admissions requirements for the Undergraduate Certificate in Laser and Dermal Therapy Essentials, applicants must:
A. Meet one of the following entry requirements:
a. Successful completion of the relevant State’s higher school certificate (or equivalent); or
b. Successful completion of a tertiary qualification of Certificate IV or above.
B. And must meet all below requirements:
c. participate in an interview (if required);
d. be at least 18 years of age; and
e. where English is not the first language, evidence of English Proficiency at IELTS 6.0 with no band below 5.5, or equivalent to be provided.
ACHW will also consider any other documentation which demonstrates an applicant’s academic and time management skills including from formal studies, workplace activities or research. If an applicant is unable to demonstrate their academic study skills, they may be required to complete and pass an Academic Study Skills Test.
For more information on entry criteria please visit the ACHW How to Apply page.
Completing the Undergraduate Certificate in Laser and Dermal Therapy Essentials will prepare you for work in such areas as:
This is a great introductory course if you are wanting to get into the laser and skin industry. You will learn about the most popular laser and intensive skin treatments within the industry.
The Undergraduate Certificate can be completed in 3 months of full-time study or up to 6 months if choosing to study part time.
No, you do not need a beauty qualification or industry experience. Entry requirements is a Certificate IV in any field within the last 5 years, or Higher School Certificate or equivalent, or entry through our Academic Study Skills Unit.
A short course consisting of 6 topics designed to build academic skills such as writing and researching.
For each unit there is a one-hour weekly lecture to listen to and additional readings, with additional activities such as quizzes, discussions, assignments, and online exams. Each unit has 3-4 assessment tasks with due dates throughout the semester required to be completed.
It is recommended to spend a few hours each week per unit to listen to the lecture and review all the reading, then additional time for self-study and preparation and completion of assessment tasks.
You could get a job in a skin and laser clinic or beauty clinic, work in skin care retail, or as a junior therapist or clinic receptionist. There is currently a high demand of jobs in skin and laser franchise clinics.
All theory components are completed online including assessments. CAP101 has a 5-day practical block and CAP102 has 2 x 3-day practical blocks, total of 11 days face-to-face practical. Clinics are held in NSW, VIC, and QLD. Dates released for each state at the commencement of the semester and are based around student numbers.
You can enrol into the theory-only units to begin with and then do the practical units in a semester that you will be able to attend.
Some of the practical treatments you will learn are:
NSW – Sydney
QLD – Brisbane and Gold Coast
VIC – Melbourne
Laser safety is covered in detail in the course, but the laser safety certificate recognised by QLD Health is not included in this course. This is a separate online course.
A laptop or computer with internet access and a working webcam.
Lectures are recorded and therefore not needed to attend live. However, most units have interactive sessions every few weeks that are live with the facilitator to go over any areas students would like more help with. These are scheduled at the commencement of the semester and are recorded if you are not able to attend.
You must complete all assessment tasks and get an overall mark of 50% for the units to pass.
You can upgrade to the Associate Degree or Bachelor Degree after successful completion.