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PgCert Non-Surgical Facial Aesthetics

PgCert Non-Surgical Facial Aesthetics

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Study mode

Part time

Duration

1 year

Start date

16-SEP-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

Postgraduate Certificate

Subject areas

Facial Care

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

This course is delivered in partnership with the ICE Postgraduate Dental Institute and Hospital. This partnership will allow you as a student to gain hands on, supervised learning in a highly technical clinical setting at their facility in Salford Quays.

Key features of the course: A focus on law, consent and ethics; You will work and learn in a purpose-built clinical facility; We focus on developing your clinical skills and fostering an approach to life long learning.There are no complicated pathways. We focus on teaching the basics very well to allow you to demonstrate a thorough understanding. The PgCert Programme in Non-Surgical Facial Aesthetics (NSFA) is aimed at dental practitioners, medical practitioners and nurses who are registered with the appropriate body (GDC, GMC) and have a relevant degree at level 6.

You will:

  • Develop core knowledge, skills and clinical competencies in NSFA
  • Learn about the current legislation and ethics in the field of NSFA
  • Benefit from the support of a mentor

TEACHING

A range of teaching methods will be used throughout the duration of the course. These include but are not limited to: Lectures,Tutorials, Hands-on workshops, Seminars, Self-directed study and online learning opportunities via our Virtual Learning Environment (Blackboard).

WHAT ABOUT AFTER UNI?

Demand in this job market has grew significantly over the five year period from 2013 to 2017 and shows no signs of slowing with the consumer demand for injectable beauty treatments growing.

It is expected that in the near future, practitioners administrating botox and dermal fillers must be educated to level 7, in accordance with the HEE guidelines.

CAREER LINKS

ICE Postgraduate Dental Institute and Hospital and the University of Salford run this PgCert programme jointly. As a learning centre, ICE consists of fully equipped teaching clinics, and an operating theatre that is enabled to digitally transmit live surgery. This programme will allow you to gain hands on supervised study in a clinical setting.

Modules

This module aims to enable you to develop critical understanding, knowledge and skills surrounding the use of injectables (Botulinum toxin) in Non-Surgical Facial Aesthetics. Some of the Intended Learning Outcomes of this module include: Demonstrate knowledge of facial anatomy, and physiology of ageing as applied to non-surgical facial aesthetics. Critically evaluate risk factors in the use of botulinum toxin in non-surgical facial aesthetic procedures. Develop in depth knowledge of complication avoidance techniques, early recognition and diagnosis of Botox-related complications, and management techniques for dealing with complication.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

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International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

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Entry requirements

A relevant undergraduate degree (nursing/medical/dental). We welcome applications from students who may not have formal/traditional entry criteria but who have relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully.

University information

The University of Salford is an innovative, modern university located in the metropolitan county of Greater Manchester. Students at Salford benefit from the expertise of top academics and an array of industry contacts on the university’s taught and research courses. Students who study at Salford will join a postgraduate community of more than 3,000 students from over 150 countries worldwide, contributing directly to the university’s domestic...more