Unit of competency details

Element 

Performance Criteria 

Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide.

1 Prepare client.

1.1 Gown and prepare client  for service according to workplace procedures .

1.2 Identify suitable cleansing products  for client’s skin type and different areas of face or body.

1.3 Thoroughly cleanse client’s skin.

2 Analyse camouflage area.

2.1 Identify and record client characteristics and facial or body conditions requiring remedial camouflage make-up .

2.2 Identify contraindication s, explain to client and refer to appropriate professional  where required.

2.3 Assess client’s skin type and condition  to determine appropriate product application techniques.

2.4 Identify and record skin tone and maintain application of foundation or base to skin tone.

2.5 Identify, negotiate and confirm remedial camouflage make-up plan  with client.

3 Select and apply remedial camouflage.

3.1 Select suitable products, tools and equipment  to achieve remedial camouflage make-up plan.

3.2 Identify and apply correct usage and care of make-up tools and equipment according to manufacturer instructions.

3.3 Apply products sequentially according to manufacturer instructions and pre-determined plan.

3.4 Complete remedial camouflage treatments within workplace time frames and without product waste.

3.5 Evaluate remedial camouflage application against client expectations, treatment plan and specified outcomes where possible.

3.6 Record relevant outcomes of remedial camouflage treatment, and make recommendations for further treatments.

3.7 Advise source of referral  of treatment outcomes where required.

3.8 Explain procedures for removal of camouflage make-up to client.

4 Advise on further product use.

4.1 Advise client of suitable home-care products and treatments.

4.2 Explain and demonstrate product use and application as required.

4.3 Explain possible product reactions to client.

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.

Required skills 

The following skills must be assessed as part of this unit:

• technical skills to:

• analyse client requirements and design remedial camouflage make-up plans
• safely apply products to achieve the remedial camouflage plans
• respond to contraindications and adverse effects

• literacy skills to:

• read and apply product and treatment information
• complete client treatment plan
• read and apply relevant workplace documents

• time-management skills to manage time throughout the treatment.

Required knowledge 

The following knowledge must be assessed as part of this unit:

• relevant state and local government health and hygiene regulations and requirements
• relevant occupational health and safety regulations and requirements
• workplace policies and procedures in regard to provision of remedial camouflage make-up services
• appearance of contraindications and adverse effects
• face and body shapes and their relationship to the elements and principles of design
• effect of changes created by specific make-up products and colour application techniques
• workplace range of camouflage products, including underlying colour tones and pigmentation coverage
• effects and benefits of defined range of workplace make-up products
• remedial camouflage services:

• effects of natural and artificial lighting on cosmetics
• colour design principles
• colour wheel
• primary, secondary, complementary colours, and grey scale
• tonal value, hue and shade

• chemical ingredients and pigments in relevant make-up products and their effects on skin.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit 

Evidence of the following is essential:

• using effective questioning and active listening techniques to consult, reassure and negotiate with clients, while maintaining discretion and confidentiality
• analysing the treatment area and surrounding skin and designing a remedial camouflage plan, including:

• facial and body areas requiring camouflage
• selected products
• product application techniques

• applying camouflage make-up products to face or body for a variety of contexts, including blemish covering, skin and blemish matching, birthmarks and scars
• evaluating remedial camouflage service and advising on and demonstrating methods of self-application to client
• using time effectively and controlling product waste
• accurately and legibly recording relevant data and reporting to sources of referral.

Context of and specific resources for assessment 

Assessment must ensure:

• that competency is consistently demonstrated over a period of time and observed by the assessor or the technical expert working in partnership with the assessor as described in the Assessment Guidelines
• that competency is demonstrated in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment in a range of real work situations which may include client interruptions and involvement in other related activities normally expected in the workplace.

Assessment must ensure access to:

• an environment, which includes as a minimum:

• individual client workstation
• adjustable make-up chair
• make-up lighting at each workstation
• trolley
• magnifying mirror
• client gown or cover
• apprppriate supply of small towels
• disposable spatulas
• tissues
• professional skin care, camouflage make-up and general make-up range
• retail skin care and camouflage make-up and general make-up range

• relevant workplace documentation including:

• manufacturer's equipment instructions
• product instructions
• manufacturer safety data sheets
• workplace policies and procedures manuals

• a range of clients with different camouflage make-up requirements.

For further guidance on the use of an appropriate simulated environment, refer to the Assessment Guidelines in this Training Package.

Methods of assessment 

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

• observation of learners performing a range of tasks in an actual or simulated work environment, over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies, including:

• preparing and performing face cleansing procedures
• developing a remedial camouflage plan with client
• applying remedial camouflage products as identified in the client's make-up plan
• evaluating outcomes and client satisfaction
• demonstrating self-application to clients

• written and oral questioning appropriate to the language and literacy level of the learner, to assess knowledge and understanding of relevant remedial camouflage techniques, including relevant legislation regarding hygiene and safety
• completion of workplace documentation relevant to the design and application of remedial camouflage make-up treatments
• third-party reports from technical experts
• completion of self-paced learning materials, including personal reflection and feedback from a trainer, coach or supervisor.

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

• SIBXFAS201A Design and apply make-up.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Clients  may include:

• new or regular clients with routine or special needs
• female or male clients
• people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with varying physical and mental abilities.

Workplace procedures  may include:

• health and hygiene
• workplace product range and manufacturer instructions
• environmental protection practices, such as:

• waste minimisation
• recycling
• reuse
• energy efficiency, e.g. electricity saving devices and practices
• waste disposal
• water efficiency.

Cleansing products  may include:

• soaps
• milks
• creams.

Conditions requiring remedial camouflage make -up  may include:

• capillary naevus
• strawberry naevus
• spider naevus
• moles or pigmented naevi
• hypertrophic and keloid
• chloasma
• vitiligo
• leucoderma
• quiescent scar tissue
• rosacea
• psoriasis
• tattoos
• birthmarks
• scars.

Contraindications  may include:

• bacterial, viral or fungal infections
• acne
• impetigo
• warts
• lice
• scabies
• rashes
• boils and carbuncles
• sunburn
• candidiasis
• other visible non-normal skin.

Appropriate professional  may include:

• medical practitioner
• complementary therapist.

Skin types and conditions  may include:

• normal
• dry
• combination
• sensitive
• mature
• pigmented
• colour
• tone.

Remedial camouflage make -up plan  may include:

• camouflage techniques
• products
• tools and equipment
• self-application techniques
• context
• blemish covering.

Products  may include:

• pre make-up products and stabilisers/waterproof product
• concealers
• foundation:

• oil-based
• water-based, with varying degrees of pigmentation and coverage

• powders
• eyeshadows
• blushes
• mascaras
• lipsticks
• artificial lashes
• pencils
• prosthetics.

Tools and equipment  may include:

• brushes
• sponges
• applicators
• pallets
• lash curlers
• tweezers
• magnifying mirror
• containers and trays
• pencil sharpeners
• spatulas
• make-up box.

Source of referral  may include:

• physician
• dermatologist
• plastic or cosmetic surgeon
• occupational therapist
• social worker
• manufacturer.