Certificate in Advanced Cosmetic Science
The Certificate in Advanced Cosmetic Science teaches the essentials of advanced cosmetic science and formulation skills to make cosmetics at a Professional level without needing to undergo full Cosmetic Science training to become a Cosmetic Chemist. This course contains a good balance of natural and synthetic formulation types. It teaches you how to make cosmetics whilst ensuring the development of safe, stable and efficacious formulations along with essential quality checks. Learners will learn how to make basic and advanced skin, hair, body, sunscreen and cosmeceutical personal care and cosmetic formulas.
FIND OUT WHAT YOU WILL LEARN TO FORMULATE
- Start Date: Can be started at any time.
- Mode of delivery: On-Line/Distance - a practical kit is sent to you to complete all required practical activities.
- Entry Requirements: Year 10 or equivalent.
- Duration: 300 study hours.
- Normal duration: 15 weeks (flexible study plan up to 45 weeks).
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Benefits
Industry Approved and Recognised
Our institute is Industry Recognised by the International Federation of Society of Cosmetic Chemists (IFSCC) and Government Accredited.
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25+ hours online lectures
(full course: 300 study hours)
Learn through over 30 cosmetic science videos where our qualified and experienced Cosmetic Chemists walk you through the 300 study hours of course content in detail.
Full cosmetic chemist textbook
Download our comprehensive and detailed textbook. With more than 700 pages, this professional manual will be your guide during and your reference after your studies.
Guided learning materials
Effectively study online with a comprehensive guided study checklist to plan and track your study progress. See an example of how our study is laid out step-by-step.
1-on-1 training support
Don't wait to get your questions answered on a forum. Speak directly to your trainer - a qualified Cosmetic Chemist - when you need help. Meet our trainer here.
Detailed study feedback
Understand and learn with detailed feedback for every assessment from your trainer, an experienced Cosmetic Chemist. Learn more about your future trainer.
Real-life work scenarios
No quizzes or games - get ready to work in the cosmetic industry with several real-life work scenarios throughout your studies. See an example of assessments here.
Raw materials database
Get lifetime access to our database containing information on thousands of cosmetic raw materials and suppliers contacts.
Professional community
Join a professional community online with hundreds of qualified Cosmetic Chemists from over 75 countries in the world. Build your network and get ongoing support from your trainers and peers even after graduation.
Study modes
Study Only:Online Lectures + Text |
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* 15 weeks access to online lectures - over 30 full training lectures, you can watch anytime, over and over again. * Full electronic text - over 700 pages of Professional training text * Lifelong access to our database containing 1000's raw materials information + contacts * Guidance on over 50 different practical activities * Learn to formulate over 60 different types of products with full guidance and example formulas
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$1450AUD
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Study Only:Online Lectures + Text + Practical Kit |
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| Get the learning and a practical kit to complete all practical activities - no assessment commitment. |
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* 15 weeks access to online lectures - over 30 full training lectures, you can watch anytime, over and over again. * Full electronic text - over 700 pages of Professional training text * Lifelong access to our database containing 1000's raw materials information + contacts * Guidance on over 50 different practical activities * Learn to formulate over 60 different types of products with full guidance and example formulas * Practical kit to complete 35 essential learning activities
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$1695AUD + Postage
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Full Program:Full Certificate Program |
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Get the learning, practical kit, trainer support, assessments and Certificate.
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* Up to 45 weeks access to online lectures - over 30 full training lectures, you can watch anytime, over and over again. * Full electronic text - over 700 pages of Professional training text * Lifelong access to our database containing 1000's raw materials information + contacts * Guidance on over 50 different practical activities * Learn to formulate over 60 different types of products with full guidance and example formulas * Practical kit to complete 35 essential learning activities * Access Students & Graduates Facebook group * 1-on1 trainer support * 2 written assessments * Hard copy Certificate |
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$2895AUD + Postage
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Course structure and learning outcomes
COURSE UNITS:
PCFECI001: Investigate and evaluate cosmetic ingredients
Compliance: Compliance requirements of cosmetic ingredients
PCFMCI005: Plan microbiological control of cosmetic ingredients and manufacturing environment
PCFSPF006: Select preservatives for personal care formulas
PCFRMF007: Select rheology modifiers for personal care formulas
PCFSLF008: Select lipids for personal care formulas
Emulsions: Emulsifier for personal care formulas
Surfactants: Surfactants for personal care formulas
Formulation development: Personal care formulation development
PCFPST013: Plan and interpret stability testing
SEE DETAILED INFORMATION ON UNITS
TRAINING AND ASSESSMENTS:
- On-line lectures to support learning and activities within the texts
- Electronic text for 6 full units and 4 half units
- Box of raw materials and packaging to work through various practical activities and prepare practical samples
- 2 Written assessment comprising theoretical questions and workplace simulated scenarios
On completion of this course, learners will be able to:
- evaluate and select the right type of ingredients for a variety of personal care and cosmetic formulations
- research various cosmetic ingredients to determine suitability to various cosmetic formulation developments
- develop safe, stable and effective cosmetic formulas to cover a wide range of personal care products
- conduct microbial evaluations of raw materials, finished products, equipment, the facility and implement GMP to be able to make cosmetics
- prepare, implement and evaluate stability protocols to ensure a good expiry date of cosmetics
On successful completion, learners can continue on to study our Diploma of Personal Care Formulation to become a Cosmetic Chemist with credit in 6 subjects.
This course will benefit the following careers:
- Research and Development Scientists
- Formulating Chemists
- Product/Compounding Managers and assistants
This course is ideal for:
- If you have/want to start your own cosmetic brand
- Research and Development Scientists
- Compounding personnel
- Raw material suppliers
- Product development personnel involved in formulating cosmetics
- Technical staff involved in cosmetic formulation development and/or cosmetic manufacturing
Required equipment:
In order to study this course, you will need to purchase or have access to standard laboratory equipment; or the following equipment if studying from home:
- Scales that measure up to at least 1.2kg in 0.01g increments
- 3 x 1.1L stainless steel mixing bowls
- 1 x 8 wire whisk (250 – 300mm)
- 2 hot plates (or normal stovetop)
Duration:
- This course consists of 6 full units + 4 half units from the Diploma of Personal Care Formulation
- Full-time study = 36-38 hours per week to complete in 8 weeks
- Part-time study = 15-20 hours per week to complete in 15 weeks
- Flexible study = 5-10 hours per week to complete in 45 weeks
- Study load consists of:
- guided training and practical work = 250 hours
- extension research and practical activities = up to 50 hours
