Graduate Certificate in Cosmetic Nursing
Australian College of Nursing
Type of institution: Higher Education Institutions
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 03761A
The course will provide nurses with an advanced knowledge of all aspects of cosmetic nursing, as well as an appreciation of the psychological and emotional needs of their clients, enabling them to provide evidence-based, holistic nursing care that reflects current best practice.Clinical placements included in the Graduate Certificate in Cosmetic Nursing are for clinical exposure and observational experience only.For further information on developing technical competency, including administration of injections, applicants are advised to either contact an independent cosmetic training organisation or refer back to their employers.Participants will be required to successfully complete the following online modules provided in partnership with Bravura Education:Laser & Intense Pulsed Light Safety Officer training course (Cosmetic Practice)Advanced Laser & Intense Pulsed Light accreditation course (Applied Cosmetic Practice)These are available for no additional fee. Recognition of prior learning will be considered for applicants who have already completed these modules or a recognised equivalent course within the last three years.This course is fully accredited with the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA). The course is equivalent to 24 credit points towards a Masters degree. More information can be found on the TEQSA website.
Structure
The Graduate Certificate in Cosmetic Nursing is a one year course, consisting of four 10-week terms.Students will need to complete 4 core units. One unit is studied per term.Approximate hours of study are 12 – 15 hours per week.*Foundational Concepts in Cosmetic Nursing (309) and Advanced Concepts in Cosmetic Nursing (310) require 40 hours clinical placement each.
Subjects
- Term 1 - CoreLeadership and Professional Practice (925), Tier 2Term 2 - CoreApplied Dermatological Anatomy and Physiology (308), Tier 3Term 3 - CoreFoundational Concepts in Cosmetic Nursing (309)*, Tier 4Term 4 - CoreAdvanced Concepts in Cosmetic Nursing (310)*, Tier 4
Standard entry requirements
-hold a Bachelor of Nursing or registered nurse* equivalent qualification-be currently registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) or the equivalent registering authority in your country of origin-have a minimum of one year postgraduate experience-be currently employed as a registered nurse.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Parramatta | Yes |
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