CIBTAC Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Skin Studies & Aesthetic Practice (Medics only)

Level 2 Award in Facial Skincare

Core Knowledge of Aesthetic Practice

• Working in the Aesthetics Industry
• Legislation and Clinical Governance
• Microbiology and Infection Control for the Aesthetic Practitioner
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Assessment of the Aesthetic Client
• Cosmetic Science for the Aesthetic Practitioner
• Establishing and Running an Aesthetic Clinic

Advanced Skin Science

• The History and Physiology of the Epidermis
• The Natural Barrier Function and Homeostasis of the Skin
• The Extra Cellular Matrix of the Dermis
• The Appendages, Specialist Histology and Secretions of The Skin
• The Defence Mechanisms of the Skin and Other Functions
• The Physiology of the Skin Ageing Process

Skin Health Assessment for Aesthetic Practice

• Investigative Consultation Part One - Basic Principles
• Investigative Consultation Part Two - Issues of Environmental and Lifestyle Influences
• Investigative Consultation Part Three - Issues of General Health and Medical History
• Observational Analysis Part One - The Primary Skin Types
• Observational Analysis Part Two - The Secondary Skin Types
• Observational Analysis Part Three - Lesions and Skin Health Indicators
• Skin Analysis Scales and Diagnostic Equipment

Chemical Skin Peeling

• The Indications and General Practice of Chemical Skin Peeling
• Peeling Agents and Formulation
• Procedural Considerations and Practical Techniques
• Peel Systems, Product Knowledge and Protocols

Micro-Needling

• The Indications and General Practice of Micro-Needling
• Micro-Needling Equipment and Associated Products
• Procedural Considerations and Practical Techniques
• Product Knowledge an Protocols

Blemish Removal by Thermolysis and Cryotherapy

• Essential Dermatology for the practice of Non-Surgical Blemish Removal
• Blemish Removal by Advanced Electrology/Thermo-coagulation
• Blemish Removal by Cryotherapy
• Client Selection, Treatment Protocols and Lesion Specific Techniques

The Principles and Practices of the Medispa Sector

• Cosmeceutical Care of the Skin - Brand Specific or generic
• Advanced Peeling Systems
• Mechanised Skin Needling
• Dermaplaning
• LED Therapies
• Fractional Radio-Frequency Therapies
• Non-Surgical Injectable Procedures (Theory and Demonstration only)
• Hyperhidrosis treatment (Theory and Demonstration only)
• Plasma Rich Protein Therapy (PRP - Theory and Demonstration only)

For the Chemical Peeling, Micro-Needling and Blemish Removal elements of the course, case studies will be required, which include consultation, analysis, documentation, treatment procedure and a study report.

You will also be required to attend practical days at our centre in Liverpool. These sessions will include practical assessments and mock exams.

In addition to the practical days, you will also have a multiple choice exam that will also take place in our centre.