Assessment requirements
\nModification History
\nNot applicable.<\/p>\n
Performance Evidence
\nEvidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:<\/p>\n
communicate, follow and adjust treatment plans to provide six safe and appropriate facial treatments to clients with the following skin types and conditions:
\ndry\/alipid\/lipid
\noily\/lipid
\ndiffused red
\nmature skin
\nmild acne
\nerythema
\ndesign a series of four treatments and product recommendations for three of these clients to address client priorities
\nrecognise contraindications, skin diseases and disorders relevant to facials and products as listed in the Knowledge Evidence
\nexplain to each client as appropriate the development of skin conditions and the benefits and limitations of facial treatments available for:
\nacne
\nrosacea
\ncomedones, open and closed
\npigmented skin
\nphotoaged skin
\nscars
\nprovide facial treatments to each of the following areas as appropriate to the above clients:
\nback of neck
\nface
\nd\u00e9colletage
\nneck
\nshoulders
\ndesign and provide facial treatments that demonstrate the following treatment steps and techniques:
\nclient skin analysis
\nskin cleansing
\nskin steaming:
\ntowel
\nsteamer
\nexfoliation:
\nmanual or brush machine
\nproduct
\nfacial massage movements:
\neffleurage
\npetrissage
\ntapotement
\nvibration
\napplication and removal of facial mask
\napplication of facial finishing products
\nvary repetition, rhythm and variation of massage movements to adapt to client needs
\nremove minor skin blemishes:
\nmilia
\ncomedones
\ndesign, record and maintain treatment plans and records for each client specifying the following details:
\nclient feedback
\ncontraindications and conditions
\nfacial treatment provided and products used
\noutcomes of previous and current treatment
\npost treatment lifestyle and product advice
\nrecommended future treatments
\nrelevant medical history and medications
\ntreatment duration, areas treated and not treated
\ntreatment objectives
\npresent self, according to organisational policy
\ncomply with health and hygiene regulations and requirements
\nclean, prepare and maintain treatment area according to organisational policy.
\nKnowledge Evidence
\nDemonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:<\/p>\n
federal, state or territory and local health, hygiene and skin penetration regulations and requirements relevant to facial treatments
\norganisational policies and procedures relevant to facial treatments:
\nclient record management
\nequipment use and maintenance
\nincident reporting
\nlinen use and laundry procedures
\npersonal hygiene and presentation
\npresentation of treatment area
\nwaste and disposal
\nwork health and safety
\nlegal and insurance liabilities and responsibilities regarding treatments
\nscope of practice:
\nwhen to refer clients to other practitioners
\nimportance of not stating a diagnosis of a contraindication or conditions
\nlimitations of facial treatments
\nrole of complementary therapist and medical practitioner
\nfactors likely to affect suitability of treatment for client:
\nbudgetary and time constraints
\noutcomes of previous treatment
\nclient skin biology
\nclient willingness to follow home care advice
\neffects and benefits of two comprehensive and professional skin care ranges:
\nrole in each step of a facial treatment
\nbenefits to skin
\neffect of ingredients on skin
\neffects and benefits of each stage of facial on the physical structure of the skin:
\ncleansing
\nexfoliation
\nextractions
\nmask
\nmassage
\nsteaming
\nposition and action of superficial muscles in the face, throat and chest
\ninterdependence of body systems and their relationship to a healthy body and skin:
\nskeletal, muscular and nervous systems and relationship to the face and neck
\nnervous system and its relationship to skin sensations
\nlymphatic, digestive, respiratory, and circulatory systems and their relationship to skin functions, thermoregulation and homeostasis
\nendocrine and reproductive systems in relationship to hormonal influences on skin:
\nage related changes
\neffect of hormones on skin
\nhair growth and loss
\nmenstrual cycle skin changes
\npigmentation
\nsebaceous and sweat gland secretion
\nbasic nutrition guidelines and relationship between nutrition and healthy skin
\nfoods which may have an effect on the skin or are contraindicated when using specific products
\nskin anatomy:
\ngross and microscopic
\nepidermis, dermis and subcutaneous
\ndifferences depending on location
\nfunction and role of skin:
\nas the integumentary system
\nepidermal cells
\nepidermal appendages and dermal structures
\nhomeostasis
\nprotection
\nrole in skin of tissues:
\nconnective
\nnervous
\nvascular
\nsensation
\nthermoregulation
\nvitamin D production
\nstructure and distribution of skin glands
\nproduction, composition, functions and control of skin gland secretions:
\nsebum
\neccrine and apocrine sweat fluids
\nappearance and characteristics of skin types:
\ndry\/alipid\/lipid dry
\noily\/lipid
\ndiffused red
\nnormal body flora
\nelectromagnetic spectrum and effect of light on skin
\nphysiological basis of skin colour:
\nfactors that contribute to skin colour
\nstructure and location of melanocytes and keratinocytes and responses to ultraviolet radiation
\nrelationship between skin type, minimal erythemal dose, skin protection factor and sunscreen use
\nFitzpatrick skin types
\nskin as a sense organ:
\nprocess of nerve conduction
\nstimuli and skin receptors
\nsystems and pathways of sensory and motor neuronal conduction
\ntypes of receptors
\nvariations in sensory perception and their significance to facials
\nfunction, formation and behaviour of major skin chemicals:
\ncomplex fatty acids
\ncomplex lipids:
\nphospholipids
\nsphingolipids
\nglycosaminoglycans
\nlipids:
\nsaponifiable
\nnon-saponifiable
\nproteins:
\nsoluble
\ninsoluble
\ncollagen
\nelastin
\nkeratin
\ngrowth, development, ageing and healing of human skin:
\ncell division and differentiation
\ngrowth of epidermis
\nnormal ageing and photoageing
\nstages in wound healing
\ntheories about ageing
\nwound healing:
\nhypertrophic
\nkeloid
\norigin and evolution of scars
\nnormal skin responses to irritation and trauma
\nskin conditions:
\nacne
\neczema and atopic dermatitis
\nhair disorders
\npigmentation disorders
\nvascular disorders
\nseborrheic dermatitis
\ntrans-epidermal water loss
\ndifferences between therapeutic, cosmetic and \u2018cosmeceutical\u2019 products
\nconcepts of cosmetic chemistry
\nformulation, function and action of cosmetic emulsions and ingredients:
\nanti-oxidants
\nemollients
\nhumectants
\nmoisturisers
\nocculdents
\nformulation, function and action cosmetic ingredients:
\nliposome types, structures and uses
\noils
\nsurfactants
\nthickeners
\nwaxes
\nchemical formulations of facial products:
\nexfoliants
\nface masks
\npeels
\ncontraindications to specific cosmetic formulations and ingredients identified in product information
\ncontraindications which prevent facial treatment or require clearance from a medical professional to proceed and their relationship to facials:
\nbacterial, fungal, parasitic and viral infections
\ncancer
\nclients with symptoms of infectious disease
\npigmented lesions
\nrecent cosmetic treatments such as injectables, intense pulsed light, laser, dermabrasion
\nundiagnosed lumps
\ncontraindications which restrict treatment and appropriate modifications to treatment:
\nallergies
\nareas exhibiting loss of tactile sensation
\ndysfunction of the nervous system
\ninflammations and swellings
\nmedications that cause thinning or inflammation of the skin
\nskin trauma
\nrecent scar tissue
\nappearance, possible medical treatments and limitations of facial treatments on skin conditions, diseases and disorders:
\nacne
\nclosed comedones\/milia
\ncouperose
\ndehydration\/trans epidermal water loss
\ndermatitis and eczema
\nerythema
\nicthyosis
\nlupus erythematosus
\nmature
\nphotoaged
\npigmentation disorders
\nopen comedones
\nscleroderma
\nseborrhoea
\nsensitive\/diffused red skin
\nskin tumours
\nuticaria
\nphysiology of adverse reactions to facial treatments and products and appropriate remedial action:
\nallergic reactions
\nerythema\/skin inflammation
\nnormal skin responses to irritation and trauma
\nskin blemishes
\nskin inflammation
\nlifestyle factors and benefits of lifestyle changes on skin:
\nalcohol consumption
\nclimate
\nexercise routine
\nhobbies
\nnutrition
\nsleeping patterns
\ntobacco consumption
\ntype of employment
\nsustainable operating procedures for the conservation of product, water and power
\naftercare advice, products and future treatments to maintain client treatment objectives.
\nAssessment Conditions
\nSkills must be demonstrated in a beauty industry environment; this can be:<\/p>\n
a beauty industry workplace or
\na simulated beauty workplace set up for the purpose of skills assessment, that provides services to paying members of the public.
\nAssessment must ensure access to:<\/p>\n
paying clients, both new and regular, with different facial treatment requirements, who have the expectation that the services provided reflect those of a commercial business
\nhand washing facilities:
\nbasin
\nhot and cold running water
\nliquid soap
\nsingle use towels or hand dryer
\nrelevant workplace documentation:
\nblank client records
\norganisational policies and procedures relevant to facial treatments
\nmanufacturer instructions for equipment
\nsafety data sheets for cleaning products and, where applicable, for treatment products
\nproduct manuals listing product ingredients, formulations, labelling and guidelines for use.
\nAssessment must ensure use of:<\/p>\n
bowls
\nbrushes for application of products
\ncleaning and disinfection products and equipment
\nclient gowns and hair protectors
\ndisposable facial wipes, microlances, spatulas, tissues
\ndisposable gloves
\nequipment:
\nfacial steamer
\nhot towel cabinet
\nmagnifying lamp
\nWoods lamp
\nindividual work station consisting of:
\nadjustable treatment table with safe working access to both sides and ends
\nindividual electricity supply
\noperator chair
\ntrolley for products, bowls and equipment
\ntreatment products from two comprehensive professional skin care ranges
\ntreatment towels or linen, or disposable linen.
\nAssessment activities that allow the individual to:<\/p>\n
complete facial treatments within commercially realistic speed, timing and productivity
\ndemonstrate competency in an environment reflective of real work situations
\nmanage tasks and contingencies in the context of the job role.
\nAssessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisation\u2019s requirements for assessors and:<\/p>\n
hold a qualification as a beauty therapist
\nhave worked as a beauty therapist for at least three years where they have applied the skills and knowledge of this unit of competency.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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