OTHM
Level 5
QN: 610/6581/X
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OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Contemporary Skin Rejuvenation
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by OTHM. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 600 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 5
Awarding Body
OTHM
Syllabus Units
6 Units
Guided Hours
600 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Chemical Skin Peeling
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the biochemical nature of chemical skin peeling products.
- Understand the action of acids on epidermis and dermis.
- Understand the factors affecting the action of skin peeling products.
- Be able to consult and carry out a skin assessment for skin peeling treatment
- Be able to carry out safe and effective skin peeling treatments
2
Combining Treatments in Skin Rejuvenation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of combining advanced aesthetic skin rejuvenation treatments
- Be able to evaluate client suitability for combined skin rejuvenation protocols
- Be able to plan and justify customised combination treatment protocols
- Be able to safely and effectively deliver combined skin rejuvenation treatments
3
High Intensity Focussed Ultrasound (HIFU)
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the fundamental physical principles underpinning High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound and its interaction with biological tissue
- Understand the relevance and importance of depth of ultrasound waves for controlled thermal coagulation
- Be able to prepare for a HIFU treatment
- Be able to carry out safe and effective HIFU treatments
4
Laser Therapies
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the scientific and technical principles of optical radiation devices and their interaction with tissues
- Understand Hazards and how to control them
- Understand the principles of the administration of safety
- Understand how to prepare for laser therapy treatment
- Be able to perform safe and competent laser and light therapy treatments
5
Microneedling
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the anatomical and aesthetic goals of microneedling
- Understand the relationship between topical treatments and specialised serums in microneedling
- Understand the use of devices and protocols for microneedling
- Be able to carry out safe and effective micro needling treatments
6
Research Methods in Contemporary Skin Rejuvenation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the key principles of research design, methodology, and ethics relevant to the study of skin rejuvenation.2.
- Be able to critically evaluate research literature and identify gaps or questions relevant to contemporary skin rejuvenation practice.3.
- Be able to design a small-scale research project, selecting and justifying appropriate methodological approaches.4.
- Be able to apply research methods to collect
- analyse, and interpret data ethically and systematically.5.
- Be able to communicate research findings effectively, demonstrating critical awareness of implications for professional practice.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/6581/X
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- OTHM
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Oct 2025
- Operational End
- Oct 2035