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Dermatologist

ANZSCO 253911

Employed

670

Part-time share

35%

Female share

56%

Median age

46 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

Salary and some workforce figures are suppressed for this occupation because Jobs and Skills Australia / the ABS do not publish estimates for small populations (typically fewer than 50 employed people) or because the figures have been perturbed for privacy. They are shown as unavailable rather than zero.

About this career

Dermatologists provide diagnostic, treatment and preventative medical services related to disorders of the human skin.

What they typically do

  • Examines patients and carries out or arranges for specialised tests.
  • Prescribes medicine and advises patients on regiment to preserve or restore the health of the skin.
  • Maintains clinical records.

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
33.3%
VIC
26%
QLD
20.8%
WA
9.1%
SA
7.7%
ACT
1.6%
NT
0.6%
TAS
0.6%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Dermatologist.

  • Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science

    52923WA · AQF 6 · 1 providers

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  • Advanced Diploma of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Management

    HLT60121 · AQF 6 · 2 providers

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  • Advanced Diploma of Ayurveda

    HLT62615 · AQF 6 · 6 providers

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