1st Nationally Accredited Cosmetic Medicine Course
52900WA Graduate Certificate in Cosmetic Medicine
Designed for both new and practising doctors, this course delivers the practical skills, industry recognition, and confidence needed to excel as a Cosmetic Physician. From cosmetic injectables and facial aesthetics to patient communication and best-practice care, you’ll gain hands-on experience and expert-led training that meets Ahpra’s latest requirements. This qualification sets you up for a thriving, respected career in cosmetic medicine.
Part One of the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia’s (CPCA) Registrar Training Program
Curriculum
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GCMPCM01 – Analyse the principles of cosmetic medicine
GCMRPA01 – Review patient consultation and assessment strategies
GCMAPD01 – Apply principles of dermatology to cosmetic medicine
HLTINF005 – Maintain infection prevention for skin penetration treatments
GCMPAI01 – Prepare for and administer cosmetic injectable medications
Study Mode
Course Duration and Study Load
Completion of this course will take approximately 12 months when completing one unit per study period (a study period varies from 8 to 16 weeks depending on the unit).
Study load requirements involve approximately 6 hours per week.
Course Outcomes
Candidates will be required to successfully fulfil the requirements of each unit prior to proceeding to the next. This ensures candidates will have a good theoretical and practical grounding in how to operate within the cosmetic medical profession and recognise general medical and dermatological concerns. As a result, graduates will be better placed to deal with general medical and dermatological concerns that may arise during consultations for cosmetic procedures.
Upon successful completion of each unit within this postgraduate training course, candidates will be awarded a digital badge for use on their website and professional networking pages. To learn more about digital credentials, please visit /digital-credentials/.
Graduate Certificate in Cosmetic Medicine graduates, who have also completed a minimum number of logged hours working in the aesthetic treatment areas covered by the Graduate Certificate course are encouraged to apply to the CPCA Membership Review Committee for an upgrade to Full Membership of the College if they do not already hold it.
The Graduate Certificate in Cosmetic Medicine will be a prerequisite for the upcoming Graduate Diploma in Cosmetic Medicine (GDCM). Obtaining the GDCM, along with a minimum number of logged hours, allows the CPCA Full Member to apply to the Membership Review Committee for an upgrade to Fellow. Until the GDCM is available, the usual pathways to Fellowship of CPCA remain in place.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)/ Credit Transfer
RPL is available to eligible candidates. For further information about RPL, please download the information/application form HERE.
Students who have completed the Preliminary Essentials of Cosmetic Medicine Course will receive a discount of $990 applied to the unit GCMPCM01 – Analyse the principles of cosmetic medicine and will not need to complete the exam.
Admission Requirements
The Entry Requirements are:
- Current Australian registration through Ahpra as a Medical Doctor (or equivalent in country of practice)
- Minimum two years post graduate from medicine
- IELTS (or equivalent) level of 7.0 overall (specific to International Students)
- Current and continued CPCA Membership, for the duration of the course, in any of the following categories: Corresponding Member, Full Member, Fellow, or International Affiliate (RPL pathway only). For further information, check out the CPCA Corporate Membership or Be A Member page.
Please note that additional requirements may be determined upon the pre-enrolment interview for this aesthetics training.
Course Fees and Payment Information
Total course fee = $20,940 (GST exempt)
Payment is required per unit of study on unit commencement. Please see the table below for fees per unit:
| Unit Code | Title | Fee |
| GCMPCM01 | Analyse the principles of cosmetic medicine | $3500 |
| GCMRPA01 | Review patient consultation and assessment strategies | $3500 |
| GCMAPD01 | Apply principles of dermatology to cosmetic medicine | $3500 |
| GCMPAI01 | Prepare for and administer cosmetic injectable medications (Theory and Practical) | $3500 (theory) $6500 (practical) |
| HLTINF005 | Maintain infection prevention for skin penetration treatments | $440 |
Grad Support
This qualification, in association with ongoing CPCA membership, will provide access to further education opportunities such as medical aesthetic workshops, journal club meetings, and an active peer discussion group as well as potential mentoring and employment opportunities.
Policies and Procedures
For all policies and procedures, please click HERE
International Doctors
International doctors who are not Ahpra registered, but hold the equivalent in their own country, may enrol in the Graduate Certificate in Cosmetic Medicine only if they are eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning. For more information about RPL, please download the information/application form HERE.
Apply
Before you start the online application process, you will need:
- Copy of photo ID (e.g. passport, drivers license)
- Your Ahpra registration number (for international doctors, please see separate notes in a lower tab)
- Your CPCA membership number and annual CPCA Certificate of Currency (apply here)
- Your USI number*
*USI Number: To enrol in a Nationally Accredited course you must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) You can apply for your USI here. The application process only takes 5 minutes. It is compulsory for you to have a USI and we encourage you to apply for it as soon as you can and preferably BEFORE your enrolment is finalised.
52900WA Graduate Certificate in Cosmetic Medicine
Australia’s first Nationally Accredited Qualification in cosmetic medicine.
COURSE AT A GLANCE
COURSE START
Now accepting applications for enrolment.
COURSE MODE
Flexible / per unit
STUDY MODE
Online / blended
APPLICATION/ENROLMENT
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FULL COURSE INFORMATION
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This qualification is recognised on the Australian Qualification Framework as a level 8 Graduate Certificate.
52900WA Graduate Certificate in Cosmetic Medicine is delivered via Registered Training Organisation (RTO) Niche Education Group, RTO Provider no. 51373.
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Inside Cosmetic Medicine: A Conversation with Dr David Kosenko
Dr. David Kosenko, the president of the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia, has been featured on the Transforming Bodies podcast series. Tune in to hear about his inspiring journey from GP to cosmetic medicine pioneer, the latest advancements in aesthetics treatments, and his expert tips for maintaining healthy, radiant skin. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!
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