CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY IN NIRD & COSMECEUTICALS
Gain formal recognition that sets you apart in 2025
The College’s competency certification pathway gives Full Members the chance to formalise their knowledge through a single, structured exam. Combined with your existing Injectables certification, these credentials open the door to applying for Fellowship. That means joining an elite tier of practitioners with permission to use the FCPCA post-nominal and promote this achievement across platforms. Showcase your qualifications in your clinic and communications. And let your patients see your commitment to clinical excellence.
Certificate of Competency (Theory) Use of Energy-based and Non-ionising Radiation Devices & Cosmeceuticals
Until the College’s AQF Level 8 (or higher) Graduate Diploma in Cosmetic Medicine is open for enrolment, the College will be offering full members the opportunity to gain Certificates of Competency (Theory) in the use of Non-ionising Radiation Devices & Cosmeceuticals.
These two certificates will be gained via a one-step, MCQ exam process.
The full member who attains the College’s three Certificates of Competency:
- Injectables (Theory & Application)
- Non-ionising Radiation Devices (Theory)
- Cosmeceuticals (Theory)
May then apply to the Membership Committee for Fellowship of the College (with annual fee $2200 incl. GST).
To attain Fellowship, the full member will need to be assessed as meeting a higher level of capability in cosmetic injectables and in the other areas of cosmetic medical practice, especially in NIR devices.
If granted Fellowship, the Fellow would then be entitled to use the post-nominal, FCPCA, and advertise this achievement, according to College Policy, via their various digital platforms and stationery. The Certificates can be displayed in their treatment rooms and referenced in all promotional material. This will serve to demonstrate to their patients they are skilled in these areas and have had those skills assessed by their peers.
It is important that the applicant who successfully achieves these Certificates and accepts the offer of Fellowship is aware of the compulsory membership requirements that a Fellow must meet to maintain this membership level. These include the annual and triennial CME & CPD requirements reportable via the CPCA CPD Wizard. You are welcome to contact cpca@cpca.net.au for further information.
Certificate of Competency (Theory), Use of Energy-based and Non-ionising Radiation Devices & Cosmeceuticals
These theory-based certificates serve as verified recognition of your capability in key areas of cosmetic medicine.
THEORY EXAMINATION AT GLANCE
PREREQUISITE
*CPCA Certificate of Competency (Theory & Application) in Cosmetic Injectables,
*CPCA Full Membership
EXAM SCHEDULE
To be announced, but we’re now accepting enrollees for 2025
EXAM DURATION
Approximately 120 minutes
EXAM MODE
Online
EXAM FORMAT
MCQ Exam
COST
$660 (including GST)
NOTIFICATION OF RESULTS
Within two weeks, approximately.
Formal recognition, one step closer to Fellowship
Advance your career in cosmetic medicine with a recognised certification pathway designed to set you apart. By completing this streamlined exam, you’ll gain verified competency in skin science and devices and unlock the potential for a membership upgrade in 2025.
Available in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth.
Formalise your skills in advanced skin science and devices
In cosmetic medicine, real trust is earned through knowledge that’s been assessed, recognised, and backed by a professional body. This streamlined certification pathway offers full members the opportunity to gain two Certificates of Competency, in Non-ionising Radiation Devices (NIRD) and Cosmeceuticals, through a single exam.
Developed to bridge the gap while the CPCA’s Graduate Diploma is pending, this offering allows you to demonstrate formal capability in two of the fastest-growing treatment categories and move one step closer to Fellowship.
- Verified competency in the safe and effective use of non-ionising radiation devices
- A science-based understanding of how to assess, apply, and advise on cosmeceuticals
- Eligibility to apply for Fellowship upon completing all three Certificates
- The right to display your certification in clinical settings and on digital platforms
By successfully completing this assessment and meeting all requirements, you can apply to use the post-nominal FCPCA and promote your standing in line with College Policy. You can show your patients and peers that your capabilities have been formally peer-reviewed.
