We specialise in nationally accredited training in electrolysis, skin needling, diathermy and advanced beauty — delivered by Kelly Dermody, ABIC Endorsed Educator and ABIC Senior Advisor with over 30 years of clinical experience.

Our core offerings include:

Nationally Accredited: SHBBHRS013 Electrolysis · SHBBSKT010 Skin Needling · SHBBSKS007 Diathermy · SHBBINF002 Infection Control · SHBBSSC001 & SHBBSSC002 Skin and Body Science · SHBBSKS009 Microdermabrasion · SHBBFAS005 Facial Specialist · SHBBMUP008 Lash Extensions

Short & Special Interest Courses: Focused skill-based training that doesn't lead to a nationally accredited certificate — ideal for practitioners wanting to add a specific skill quickly.

If you're looking for a course you can't find listed, contact us — we can discuss bespoke options.

Yes — our core courses are nationally accredited and issued by our RTO partner, Parramatta Community College (RTO 90276), recognised by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). Your Statement of Attainment is valid across all Australian states and territories, accepted by insurers, and meets the regulatory requirements for skin penetration procedures.

We also offer short and special interest courses that are not nationally accredited — these are skill-based and clearly labelled as such. If accreditation matters for your insurance or scope of practice, always choose the nationally accredited unit.

For advanced treatments like electrolysis, skin needling and diathermy, a nationally recognised unit isn't just a career advantage — it's a regulatory requirement in most states and a non-negotiable for professional indemnity insurance.

A workshop certificate or manufacturer training day is not sufficient for insurance compliance or to legally perform skin penetration procedures in Australia. A nationally accredited Statement of Attainment from a registered RTO is the credential that holds up under scrutiny from insurers, council inspectors and state health regulators.

Beyond compliance, Statements of Attainment are recognised nationwide, transferable between employers, and signal to clients that you have been trained to a verified standard — not just trained to use a product.

A nationally accredited course is delivered against the standards set by the national training package, assessed by a registered RTO, and results in a Statement of Attainment that is formally recognised by insurers, regulators and employers across Australia.

A short or special interest course is focused on skill-based learning for a specific technique or treatment. It does not result in a Statement of Attainment, but can be a valuable way to add a new skill or refresh existing knowledge — particularly if you are already accredited in the relevant field.

If you are unsure which is right for you, contact us and we will help you choose.

Kelly Dermody has over 30 years of clinical and educational experience in advanced beauty. She is an ABIC Endorsed Educator, a Nationally Accredited Trainer and Assessor (TAE), and serves as Senior Advisor on both the ABIC Electrology Committee and the ABIC Education Committee — directly influencing the national standards that govern advanced beauty education in Australia.

Every course at Dermaskin Academy is developed by Kelly Dermody and delivered by our specialist educators. You are not learning from a manual written by someone else — you are learning from a clinician who has spent three decades at the treatment table.

We recommend contacting us before you enrol — especially for the electrolysis pathways — so we can confirm you are in the right stream and answer any questions you have. Emma answers the phone personally and is happy to have a genuine conversation with you, no sales pitch.

Once you are ready to proceed, accredited courses are available to purchase through our online store. After checkout you will receive an enrolment form for our RTO partner, Parramatta Community College (RTO 90276), gain access to the online theory platform, and be contacted to book your face-to-face practical intensive.

The only legal pre-requisite for our electrolysis course (SHBBHRS013) is SHBBINF002 Maintain Infection Control Standards - a 75-hour online unit. If you don't already hold this, we offer it. It is completed fully online at your own pace through Parramatta Community College's learning platform and submitted there, and it needs to be finished before your final SHBBHRS013 sign-off - not before your practical days.

Some Cert IV+ beauty graduates already hold a current SHBBINF002 — if you do, you may be able to skip this step entirely. Confirm with us at enrolment.

Other courses have their own pre-requisite requirements, clearly listed on each course page. If you are unsure, contact us and we will check for you.

Absolutely — and we encourage it. Emma is happy to take a call, answer your questions, and help you decide whether the course is right for you before you spend a cent. There is no obligation and no sales pressure.

Call 0450 306 180 Monday to Friday during business hours, or send an email to info@dermaskinacademy.com.au and we will get back to you within one business day.

Yes. Payment plan options are available for all accredited courses. Contact us before enrolling to discuss what works for your situation — we are flexible and want to make training accessible.

Yes. We understand that circumstances change. If you need to reschedule your practical intensive, contact us as early as possible and we will do our best to accommodate you. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions for full details on our rescheduling policy.

All theory is completed online, self-paced, from anywhere in Australia. You study at your own pace within your enrolment period.

The face-to-face practical intensive is conducted in person at a Dermaskin Academy training location. This is where your hands-on clinical skills are developed and assessed — it cannot be done remotely. Practical blocks are capped at a maximum of 6 students to ensure you receive direct trainer attention on every skill.

Contact us for upcoming practical dates and locations in your state.

Completion time depends on the course and your pace. SHBBHRS013 Electrolysis is a 145-hour program. Stream 1 (New to Industry) has up to 6 months to complete and Streams 2 and 3 have up to 3 months. You're welcome to study more each week and finish sooner. SHBBSKT010 Skin Needling is a 75-hour program. Online theory is self-paced and starts as soon as you enrol.

If you have extenuating circumstances that affect your timeline, contact us — we are reasonable and will work with you where we can.

SHBBHRS013 is a 145-hour program delivered in three stages that fit around your work and life.

Stage 1 - Online theory: 60 hours of self-paced theory and activities plus 6 live 1-hour Tuesday Zoom sessions with Kelly. Kelly's weekly Q&A Zoom is also available as optional extra support.

Stage 2 - Face-to-face practical: 3 days (24 hours) in a group of no more than 6 students. Practical blocks run in Sydney and interstate throughout the year.

Stage 3 - Recorded clinical logbook: 30 hours of real client treatments at your own clinic or space, each supported by a consultation record, before and after photos and video. Your trainer reviews every entry via Thinkific.

Assessment (25 hours) runs across all three stages. Online access begins the moment you enrol. Stream 1 (New to Industry) has up to 6 months to complete and Streams 2 and 3 have up to 3 months. You're welcome to study more each week and finish sooner.

SHBBSKT010 is a 75-hour program: 30 hours of online theory and activities, 2 live Zoom sessions, a 1-day face-to-face practical, a 20-hour recorded clinical logbook and 14 hours of assessment. Online access begins as soon as you enrol.

All face-to-face practical blocks are capped at maximum 6 students. This is a firm limit — not a guideline. It means Kelly can give direct attention to every insertion, every technique, every client interaction. You will not be sitting in a room of 20 people watching a demonstration from the back of the room.

For some courses, one-to-one practical training is available — contact us to discuss.

No. All equipment is provided during your face-to-face practical training. You do not need to purchase anything before your course begins.

For post-course practice in your own setting, you will need access to the relevant equipment (for example, an electrolysis machine). We are happy to advise on equipment once you have completed your training.

Practical training is delivered at Dermaskin Academy locations across Australia. Dates and locations are confirmed at enrolment. Contact us for upcoming intake dates and available locations in your state.

Yes. All Statements of Attainment issued through Dermaskin Academy are issued by our RTO partner, Parramatta Community College (RTO 90276), recognised by ASQA, and valid across all Australian states and territories. They are accepted by professional indemnity insurers and satisfy the skin penetration regulatory requirements in each state.

Throughout your course you have direct access to Kelly. If you have a question about the theory content, need clarification on an assessment, or just want to talk through something before your practical — you can reach out and you will hear back from a person, not a helpdesk.

The small class size at practical blocks means you are never just a number. Kelly knows every student by name and tracks your progress individually.

No — and this is something we feel strongly about. When you graduate from Dermaskin Academy you receive lifetime support. That means:

Lifetime access to course materials — your learner guide and resources remain yours forever. No expiry date, no resubscription fee.

Ongoing trainer mentorship — you can reach out to our team any time after you qualify. A tricky client case, a question about machine settings, a confidence wobble six months in — we are always here.

Graduate community — you join the Dermaskin graduate network and can connect with fellow practitioners across Australia for peer support, referrals and professional growth.

100%. Every student who has enrolled in an accredited course at Dermaskin Academy has successfully completed their qualification. That is not a marketing claim — it is our record, and it reflects the combination of small class sizes, direct trainer involvement, and the ongoing support we provide throughout the course.

Stream 1 — New to the Industry: If you have no prior formal training in beauty or healthcare, this is your complete foundation pathway. Everything you need is included.

Stream 2 — Beauty Therapist / Cert IV+: If you hold a Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy or above, this is your pathway. You come in with the skin science foundation already in place and go straight to SHBBHRS013.

Stream 3 — Nurse or Healthcare Professional: If you are AHPRA-registered or hold a formal allied health qualification, your clinical background means a condensed, focused pathway that builds on what you already know.

Just one thing: SHBBINF002 Maintain Infection Control Standards. It is completed fully online at your own pace through Parramatta Community College's learning platform and submitted there. It needs to be finished before your final SHBBHRS013 sign-off, not before your practical days. That is the only prerequisite unit legally required.

Stream 1 also includes two skin science units — SHBBSSC001 and SHBBSSC002 — bundled into the course fee. They are not a legal requirement to enrol, but they are included because they make the electrolysis content significantly easier to absorb for students new to the industry. Most students are glad they did them.

Possibly not. If you already hold a current SHBBINF002 (or equivalent HLTINF005), you may be able to have this credited and proceed directly to SHBBHRS013 — bringing your course fee down to $3,199.

Contact us before enrolling and we will confirm whether your existing unit qualifies. It is a quick check and could save you time and money.

Electrolysis is the only hair removal method recognised as permanent (rather than permanent reduction) by regulators such as the US FDA. It works by delivering a precise electrical current to the individual hair follicle, destroying its ability to regrow.

Unlike laser and IPL, electrolysis works on all hair colours — including blonde, grey, white and red hair that laser cannot treat — and on all skin types, including darker skin tones where laser carries higher risk. For clients with PCOS, gender-affirming care needs, or post-chemotherapy hair changes, electrolysis is often the only appropriate clinical option.

On completion of SHBBHRS013, you are nationally accredited to perform professional electrolysis treatments — the only hair removal method recognised as permanent in Australia. Your Statement of Attainment is recognised by professional indemnity insurers and satisfies the skin penetration regulatory requirements across all Australian states and territories.

You will be able to treat all hair colours and skin types, including clients that laser cannot help — opening a specialist, high-demand service with strong income potential and very little competition in most markets.

All three streams lead to the same outcome: a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for SHBBHRS013. Every stream completes the same 145-hour SHBBHRS013 program, including a 3-day face-to-face practical and a 30-hour recorded clinical logbook. The difference is in the starting point and the prerequisite units included.

Stream 1 (New to Industry) is the complete foundation pathway. It includes everything - skin and body science, infection control and SHBBHRS013 itself. 4 units: SHBBINF002, SHBBSSC001, SHBBSSC002 and SHBBHRS013. $5,446 total.

Stream 2 (Beauty Therapist / Cert IV+) assumes you already have the skin science foundation. It is the most efficient pathway - 2 units: SHBBINF002 and SHBBHRS013, from $3,199.

Stream 3 (Nurse / Healthcare Professional) builds on your clinical procedural skills - 2 units: SHBBINF002 and SHBBHRS013, from $3,199.