Assessment Requirements for SHBBNLS001 Provide manicure and pedicare services

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Assessment Requirements for SHBBNLS001 Provide manicure and pedicare services

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 plans to provide six safe and appropriate manicure and pedicare treatments to clients suitable for the established client treatment objective

design, record and maintain treatment plans and records for each client specifying details of:

after-care advice

areas requiring special treatment

client feedback

colours used

contraindications

nails analysis

products used

required services

treatment duration and sequence

provide manicure and pedicare treatments for each client that demonstrate appropriate selection and application of:

buffing

callous removal

coloured nail varnish application

cuticle care

exfoliation

French polish application

mask

massage hands and feet using different massage movements:

effleurage

petrissage

nail shaping

recognise contraindications listed in Knowledge Evidence and list relevant practitioners for client referral

recognise skin and nail conditions and recommend treating products and home care routines

present self, according to organisational policy

comply with health and hygiene regulations and requirements.

Knowledge Evidence

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

state or territory and local council health and hygiene regulations and requirements relevant to providing manicure and pedicare services

organisational policies and procedures relevant to the provision of manicure and pedicure services:

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

scope of practice as it applies to manicure and pedicare services:

when to refer clients to other practitioners

importance of not stating a diagnosis of a contraindication

other practitioners and relationship to nail services:

complementary practitioner

medical practitioner

podiatrist

appearance and gross anatomy of skin surrounding natural nail

anatomy and physiology of nails:

structure, growth, shape, and functions of nails

nail strength and flexibility

factors that affect normal nail growth

effects of diseases on healthy nails

anatomy and physiology of lower arms and hands:

bones:

radius

ulna

carpals

metacarpals

phalanges

muscles:

extensors

flexors

pronators

blood supply

anatomy and physiology of lower legs and feet:

bones:

tibia

fibula

talus

metatarsals

phalanges

muscles:

gastrocnemius

soleus

tibialis anterior

foot muscles

blood supply

skin and nail conditions which modify treatment and their relationship to nail services:

non-contagious hand, foot or nail disorders:

Beau’s lines

blisters

bruised nails

bunions

calluses

circulatory problems

corns

corrugated furrows

dermatitis

discoloured nails

eggshell nails

habit tic

hammer toes

hangnails

heel fissures

koilonychias

leuconychia

onychauxis

onychocryptosis

onycholysis

onychophagy

onychorrhexis

onychotrophia

pterygium

splinter haemorrhage

split or brittle nails

trauma induced nail malformations

contraindications which prevent treatment or require referral to health practitioners and relationship to manicure and pedicare services:

allergic reactions

areas exhibiting loss of tactile sensation

bacterial, fungal, parasitic and viral infections

bruising or swelling

cuts or abrasions

diabetics

recent fractures or sprains

recent operations

specialised nail products properties, chemical components, and their effects on nails and skin:

base coat

cuticle care

drier

exfoliants

hands and feet soaking products

masks

massage mediums

moisturisers

nail hardeners

nail polish removers

nail polishes

quick dry

thinner

top coat

adverse reactions to nail products

pH range of human skin, nails and manicure and pedicare treatment products

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

aftercare advice, products and future services to maintain hand, foot and nail care.

Assessment Conditions

Skills must be demonstrated in a nail services 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 manicure and pedicure needs, 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 manicure and pedicare services

manufacturer instructions and safety data sheets

texts or online resources that provide information on nail, hand and foot anatomy and physiology, contraindications and disorders.

Assessment must ensure use of:

cleaning and disinfection products

client chair

disposable gloves

equipment:

cuticle pushers

disposable pedi paddles

disposable nail files

manicure and pedicare bowls

nail clippers or scissors

manicure and pedicare products from comprehensive professional range

manicure table and lamp

operator chair

treatment towels, cotton or disposable.

Assessment activities that allow individuals to:

complete manicure and pedicare services 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 beautician, nail technician or beauty therapist

have worked as a beautician, nail technician or 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