Assessment Requirements for SHBBBOS003 Provide body treatments

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Assessment Requirements for SHBBBOS003 Provide body treatments

Modification History

Not applicable.

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:

communicate, follow and adjust treatment plan to provide six safe and appropriate body treatments to clients of differing age and weight and which meet one or more of the following client treatment objectives:

skin exfoliation

skin softening and hydration

relaxation

recognise contraindications, skin diseases and disorders relevant to each device listed in Assessment Conditions and to allied body products

provide treatments to each of the following areas as appropriate to the above clients:

abdomen

arms

back

décolletage

legs

neck

design a sequence of four treatments and product recommendations for three of the above clients to address priorities of each client

demonstrate safe and appropriate application of each of the following:

direct current (galvanic) machine to infuse products into the epidermis

high frequency machine

steamer or infra-red or hydrotherapy or G5 mechanical massager to stimulate circulation

design, record and update treatment plans and records for each of the above clients specifying the details of:

client feedback

contraindications and conditions

equipment and products used

outcomes of previous and current treatment

post treatment lifestyle and product advice

relevant medical history and medication

treatment duration, areas treated and areas not treated

treatment objectives

treat clients effectively and minimise skin reactions

identify risk situations that cause short or overloaded circuits and take remedial action

present self, according to organisational policy

comply with health and hygiene regulations and requirements

clean, prepare and maintain treatment area according to organisational policy.

Knowledge Evidence

Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:

state or territory and local health, hygiene and skin penetration regulations and requirements relevant to providing body treatments

organisational policies and procedures relevant to providing body treatments:

client record management

equipment use and maintenance

incident reporting

linen use and laundry procedures

personal hygiene and presentation

presentation of treatment area

waste disposal

work health and safety

manufacturer instructions for the use of electrical equipment in body treatments

legal and insurance liabilities and responsibilities regarding treatments

scope of practice:

when to refer clients to other practitioners

importance of not stating a diagnosis of a contraindication or condition

limitation of body treatments

role of complementary therapist and medical practitioner

factors likely to affect suitability of body treatments for client:

budgetary and time constraints

outcomes of previous treatments

physical attributes

effects and benefits of professional body ranges and their relationship to each device or treatment step

effects and benefits on the physical structure of the skin and on body systems of:

direct current (galvanic) to infuse products into the epidermis

high frequency machine

steamer

infra-red

hydrotherapy

G5 mechanical massager

anatomical position terminology in relation to body treatments

structural layers of the human body

anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs

interdependence of body systems and their relationship to a healthy body and skin:

nervous system and its relationship to skin sensations

lymphatic and circulatory systems and their relationship to skin functions, thermoregulation and homeostasis

position of major bones

position and action of superficial muscles

postural and skeletal abnormalities

common disorders of body systems and their relationship to body treatments

normal and abnormal function of skin glands and skin gland secretions

Fitzpatrick skin types

skin as a sense organ and relationship to each device used

the role of endocrine glands and hormones as they relate to the sebaceous and sweat glands

function, formation and behaviour of major skin chemicals

normal skin responses to irritation and trauma

ingredients in treatment products, effects and benefits to skin, potential adverse effects and those contraindicated for specific clients

chemical formulations of body treatment products:

exfoliants

masks

moisturisers

scrubs

wraps

contraindications to specific formulations and ingredients identified in product information

principles and properties of electrical currents and the technology used in body treatments:

alternating current

direct current

frequencies and wavelengths of the electromagnetic spectrum and effect of infra-red frequencies on skin and soft tissue

contraindications that prevent body treatments or require clearance from a medical professional to proceed and their relationship to body treatments:

bacterial, fungal, parasitic and viral infections

cancer

clients with symptoms of infectious disease:

heart diseases and disorders

extreme fatigue

extremes of body temperature

pregnancy

contraindications that prevent electrical body treatments and their relationship to body treatments:

dysfunction of nervous system

pacemakers

contraindications that restrict body treatments and appropriate modifications to treatment plan:

allergies

anxiety

areas exhibiting loss of tactile sensation

asthma

diabetes mellitus, type one and two

epilepsy

fragile skin

high or low blood pressure

history of thrombosis or embolism

inflammation

medications that cause thinning or inflammation of the skin

metal pins or plates

pain that is chronic or does not have a logical explanation:

local

sharp

dull

deep

surface

piercings

psoriasis

recent chemical peels, epilation, Intense Pulsed Light, laser or microdermabrasion treatment

recent scar tissue

severe oedema

skin trauma

varicose veins

appearance and limitations of body massage in skin disorders and diseases

physiology of adverse reactions to body treatments and appropriate remedial action:

allergy to products

bruising

emotional release

erythema resulting from treatment and skin care product

muscle spasms

pain or discomfort

psychological reactions of client to electrical current treatment

skin blemishes

temperature discomfort

lifestyle factors and benefits of lifestyle changes likely to increase the effects of body treatments:

alcohol consumption

exercise routine

hobbies

nutrition

sleeping patterns

tobacco consumption

type of employment

sustainable operating procedures for the conservation of product, water and power

aftercare advice, products and treatments relevant to body treatments.

Assessment Conditions

Skills must be demonstrated in a beauty industry environment; this can be:

a beauty industry workplace or

a simulated beauty workplace set up for the purpose of skills assessment, that provides services to paying members of the public.

Assessment must ensure access to:

paying clients, both new and regular, with different body treatment requirements, who have the expectation that the services provided reflect those of a commercial business

hand washing facilities:

basin

hot and cold running water

liquid soap

single use towels or hand dryer

relevant workplace documentation:

blank client records

organisational policies and procedures relevant to providing body treatments

equipment manufacturer instructions

safety data sheets for cleaning products and, where applicable, for treatment products

product manuals listing product ingredients, formulations, labelling and guidelines for use.

Assessment must ensure use of:

bowls

brushes for product application

cleaning and disinfection products and equipment

client gowns and hair protectors

disposable facial wipes, microlances, spatulas and tissues

equipment:

direct current (galvanic) machine to infuse products into the epidermis

high frequency machine

steamer or infra-red or hydrotherapy or G5 mechanical massager to stimulate circulation

individual work station consisting of:

adjustable treatment table with safe working access at both ends and sides

individual electricity supply

magnifying lamp

trolley for products, bowls and equipment

personal protective equipment:

disposable gloves

treatment products from two professional body specialist product ranges

treatment towels or linen, or disposable linen.

Assessment activities that allow the learner to:

provide body treatments within commercially realistic speed, timing and productivity

demonstrate competency in an environment reflective of real work situations

manage tasks and contingencies in the context of the job role.

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisation’s requirements for assessors and:

hold a qualification as a beauty therapist

have worked as a beauty therapist for at least three years where they have applied the skills and knowledge of this unit of competency.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=255d312b-db07-48f2-b6d6-1b0b06c42898