Advanced Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine (NQF 7)

Assessment

The programme includes the following assessment opportunities:

• Four (4) Formative assessment tests
• Four (4) summative modular assessments
• Three (3) Practical assessments (module 1, 3 and 4)
• Four (4) Summative examination assessments – one per module

Course Content

Four modules will each be presented over a six month period and totalling two years. The first year will focus on reviewing applied basic medical sciences integrated into aesthetic medicine. The second year integrates the acquired knowledge and encompasses advanced knowledge and skills pertaining to aesthetic medicine. The four modules over a period of two years will include the following information.

Module 1: Applied basic medical sciences
Module 2: Integrating aging pathology and medico-legal aspects
Module 3: Aesthetic Medicine and related procedures part 1
Module 4: Aesthetic medicine and related procedures part 2

Exit Level Outcomes

On achieving this qualification, a learner will be able to:

• Perform a complete, holistic medical consultation on a potential patient who wishes to enhance appearance or seeks wellness management.
• Identify the underlying aetiological factors and diagnose the presenting condition/s in the practice of aesthetic medicine.
• Formulate a complete holistic treatment protocol for a patient with any given condition that could be managed within the practice of aesthetic medicine.
• Practice aesthetic medicine in an ethical, skilled and integrative method.

Who Should Enrol

Medical Doctors registered with the HPCSA

Admission Requirements

Prospective students must be in possession of a MBChB or equivalent qualification and be registered with the HPCSA.

Application Requirements

Attached herewith please find the application form and CAT/RPL form, to download click here:

Application form

CAT/RPL form

 
Applicants are required to submit the following documentation and pay a R350.00 non-refundable application fee in order for the application to be processed:

• Completed application form.
• Certified copy of South African Identity Document (South African residents only) / official Passport (Foreign Students).
• Certified copy of highest Qualification Certificate and any other Certification required as proof of meeting minimum entry requirements for this programme.
• Proof of payment of non-refundable application fee of R350.00
• SAQA and USAF verification as required for verification of recognition of foreign qualifications.
• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) form for access and/or Credit Allocation Transfer (CAT), if applicable.

The following supporting documentation must be included if you are applying for CAT:

• Certified academic transcript(s) of training from a previous educational institution or FPD at same NQF Level.
• Study guide that supports the credit claim at same NQF Level.

The following supporting documentation must be included if you are applying for RPL:

• Testimonials/reference letter from previous or current employers.
• Portfolio of Evidence that is evident of your work experience and skills equivalent to a NQF Level.
• Full curriculum vitae indicating employment history and work experience in relevant field.
• Portfolio of evidence of research project (if applicable).

*Certified documents should be certified by a Commissioner of Oaths. A stamp by your academic institution is not sufficient.

Kindly take note that spaces are limited, therefore please ensure to apply early by sending the above to gradprog@foundation.co.za

A student’s academic progression commences once all conditions of enrolment and the admissions criteria for the selected qualification have been met. Where a student applies for RPL/CAT, and with the approval of the Selection Committee and the Registrar, he/she can gain entry to the qualification.