Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Cosmetology (PGDMC)

Whether general or medical cosmetology, the aim is to satisfy the aesthetic desires of both men and women alike. Medical cosmetology being the more intensive type requires a qualification in medical science to pursue this field. Medical or clinical cosmetology encompasses non-invasive medical procedures to improve upon the texture, tone, colour or volume of the skin, which may have got affected due to ageing or other medical conditions. Courses on medical cosmetology thus provides you with the necessary knowledge as well as hands-on training in aesthetic medicine. You get an in-depth knowledge of human anatomy, skin and hair physiology, cosmetic procedures, chemical peels, hair removal, hair transplant, laser treatment, botox and a lot more.

With the demand for beauty products and services rising, there’s no dearth of jobs in the field of medical cosmetology. With advance treatments like laser hair removal, anti-ageing treatments like botox, fillers and chemical peels getting popular, there is a huge demand for those specializing in medical cosmetology. One can begin one’s career as an assistant in a skin clinic, helping the specialist doctors in performing different aesthetic procedures. With experience one can also begin one’s own enterprise in this field. By keeping abreast with the latest developments one can have a promising career in this field.

Course Curriculum


SECTION 1 : INTRODUCTION

  • Aesthetic Medicine / Cosmetology

SECTION 2 : SKIN

  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Skin analysis scan
  • Skin Types
  • Common Cosmetic Skin Conditions
  • Autoimmune skin conditions

SECTION 3 : HAIR

  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Normal Hair Growth
  • Hair Types
  • Hair Conditions

SECTION 4 : CHEMICAL PEELS

  • Superficial Peels
  • Deep Peels
  • Pigmentation
  • Combination Chemical Peels
  • Peels Classification
  • Peels Characteristics
  • Understanding of Different Peels
  • Patient (Evaluation, Selection)
  • Indications, contraindications
  • Consent

SECTION 5 : BOTULINUM TOXIN

  • The Product - Introduction
  • Patient evaluation / examination
  • Indications
  • Contraindications
  • Cosmetic use
  • How to Assist for BTX-A Injections
  • Consent

SECTION 6 : DERMAL FILLERS

  • Introduction to Dermal Fillers - classification
  • Pharmacology
  • Indication, contraindications
  • Types of Dermal Fillers
  • Consent
  • How to Assist for Dermal Fillers Injections

SECTION 7 : LASER

  • Introduction to Laser
  • History, Laser Physics
  • Types of Lasers - classification
  • Laser & Skin Interaction
  • Laser Chromophores
  • Choosing Appropriate Settings
  • Indications / contraindications
  • Aesthetic Laser
  • Newer Technologies-RF / IR / Fraxel / Infrared Devices
  • Laser Safety
  • Patient Psychology and Expectations
  • Advanced Lasers and their Indications
  • Laser hair removal
  • Laser skin tightening
  • Consent

SECTION 8 : OTHER MINOR COSMETIC PROCEDURES

  • Derma Stamp/Derma Roller/Dermapen
  • Hydrafacial
  • Electrocautery RF techniques
  • Mesotherapy (Electroporation)
  • Mole & skin tags removal
  • Micropigmentation
  • Micro-Dermabrasion

SECTION 9 : BODY CONTOURING AND TIGHTENING DEVICES

  • Radio frequency devices 1. R.F. Mono/Bi & Tripolar 2. Fraxel R.F
  • HIFU Face Lift
  • Ultra Sound based devices (U Lipo)
  • Double chin
  • Cryolipolysis
  • Body liner
  • Acoustic Wave Therapy (X-Wave)
  • Thread Lift (PDO/PDS)
  • Cellulite Reduction Device
  • Lipo injections

SECTION 10 : : ACNE

  • Medical management
  • Acne - classification, pathophysiology
  • Use of lasers
  • Acne scar
  • Treatments of Acne scaring
  • Nano Fat grafting

SECTION 11 : NECK REJUVINATION

  • CIT (Collagen Introduction Therapy)
  • Thread Lift
  • Neck Rejuvenation (Botulinum Toxin, Filler, Fat grafting)

SECTION 12 : MESOTHERAPY

  • Basis of Mesotherapy
  • Patient Selection & Indications, contraindications

SECTION 13 : COSMETIC PRACTICE

  • How to set up cosmetic practice
  • Investment
  • How To Market Your Practice And Build Your Customer Base
  • Medico-Legal Aspects of Cosmetic Dermatology
  • Ethics in Cosmetic Practice