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Aesthetic Medicine – (Grad.Dip.)
University of Greenwich
School of Health and Social Care
| Application Deadline: | as early as possible | ||
| Location: | London / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
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| Languages: | English | ||
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Aesthetic medicine has been defined by the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) as 'a set of non-surgical clinical procedures which aims to rejuvenate the dermis and reverse the signs of the ageing process upon it'. It also includes a similar set of procedures which addresses the dermal resultants of pathologies and injuries, e.g. scarring and lypodystrophy.
This innovative diploma provides an opportunity for practitioners in the specialist area of aesthetic medicine to gain a nationally recognised higher education qualification which is professionally endorsed by the RCN. The qualification is the first of its kind and incorporates the RCN competencies. It is provided online and is therefore accessible to practitioners at a time and place to suit their needs.
The programme aims to provide an academic qualification that recognises practitioners' existing skills and experience. It is aimed at doctors, adult nurses and dentists delivering aesthetic treatment, and current students are drawn from both private practice and the NHS. This is the first and, at present, only accredited programme of study in the field of aesthetics.
Courses are offered online through e-learning (using virtual classrooms, chat rooms, etc.) with some laboratory-based skills assessments. This means that students can expand and consolidate their skills within their own clinical settings. Assessment for these specialist courses is by online submission and objective structured clinical examination at the University of Greenwich.
Aims of the programme
* To develop students' knowledge so they can select and apply appropriate skills to practice in aesthetic medicine
* To enhance professional accountability and decision-making skills in practice
* To facilitate the students ability to deliver consistently high standards of care to patients in an aesthetic medicine context
* To ensure that students are equipped with contemporary knowledge and skills in emergency care relevant to aesthetic practice
* To develop the ability to use contemporary research to support and underpin patients' treatments and care
Career options
This qualification seeks to further enhance practitioners career opportunities in the area of aesthetic medicine.
Contents
Modules
* Skin Care for Aesthetic Practice (15 credits)
* Fundamentals of Effective Aesthetic Practice (15 credits)
* Dermal Fillers (30 credits)
* Chemical Denervation (30 credits)
Two or four options (60 credits) from:
* Academic Preparation (15 credits)
* Health Promotion (15 credits)
* Healthy Nutrition (15 credits)
* Introduction to Research Process (15 credits)
* Research Methods in Health and Social Care (15 credits)
* Portfolio (initial) (15 or 30 credits)
* Portfolio (advanced) (15 or 30 credits)
* Health and Social Care Ethics (15 credits)
* Mentor Preparation(15 credits)
* Health and Social Care and the Information Age (15 credits)
Assessment
Students are assessed through reflective essays, case studies, skills assessments, objective structured clinical examinations and a portfolio.
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testRequirements
Applicants should have:
A first degree or relevant professional diploma.
PLUS existing skills and experience.
* Practitioners without a degree or diploma may be considered, but they should hold a relevant professional qualification and have a stated period of experience in this specialist area that demonstrates they possess knowledge and skills to a graduate standard.
* Entry is restricted to currently registered doctors, dentists or adult nurses delivering aesthetic treatment.
* Students educated in a language other than English should have an IELTS score of 6.5 or above or an equivalent rating in another language testing system. Alternatively, students can enter via the University of Greenwich International Pre-Masters' Programme.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | High School diploma |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
Accreditation
Many of our programmes are accredited by relevant professional bodies, and Schools are proud of their strong links with professions and industry. Such strong links with employers, plus research and investment in facilities ensure that our programmes reflect the needs of industry.
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