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Provide specialised facial treatments

Provide specialised facial treatments

Unit of competency
National Code
SHBBFAS003
State Code
AVG64
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/09/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/01/2016
Field of Education
110301 - Beauty Therapy
Original Release Date
29/01/2016
Nominal Hours
135
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide specialised facial treatments incorporating the use of ultrasonic, direct current, high frequency and micro current devices.It requires the ability to establish priorities with clients and synthesise knowledge of skin, performance of electrical machines and allied cosmetic products, and to design and provide treatments to address specific skin types and conditions. Not all equipment is used in each specialised facial treatment. Specialised facials can be a single treatment or form part of a series of treatments.This unit applies to beauty therapists who work in beauty therapy salons. In this environment they work in a team but make independent treatment decisions. No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Establish client priorities.
  • 1.1 Access and review client treatment plan if available.
  • 1.2 Discuss facial requirements, changes in skin over lifetime, current skin care regimen, lifestyle and nutrition influences to establish their treatment objectives.
  • 1.3 Conduct skin analysis, assessing areas of normal facial skin, levels of lipids and skin hydration, degree of photo aging and pigmentation and scar tissue as required.
  • 1.4 Classify client skin and discuss outcomes with client.
  • 1.5 Identify contraindications to facial treatment, and refer client to appropriate professional as required.
  • 1.6 Identify common skin diseases and disorders that can be treated within scope of practice, as required.
  • 1.7 Establish medical history, medication, and obtain medical approval prior to treatment, as required.
2. Design and recommend specialised facials.
  • 2.1 Design proposed facial for treatments to achieve client objectives.
  • 2.2 Discuss benefits of selected formulations and devices and potential adverse effects with client.
  • 2.3 Explain recommendations for duration, frequency and cost of facial to client.
  • 2.4 Modify treatment plan, record updates and obtain client consent.
3. Prepare for specialised facial treatment.
  • 3.1 Check readiness of treatment area and availability of equipment.
  • 3.2 Select facial treatment products and equipment.
  • 3.3 Prepare client, ensuring metallic jewellery, contact lens and hearing aids have been removed.
  • 3.4 Maintain client comfort and modesty throughout treatment.
  • 3.5 Position self and client to minimise fatigue and risk of injury.
  • 3.6 Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process.
4. Cleanse skin using ultrasonic or direct current.
  • 4.1 Remove make-up and cleanse skin according to treatment plan.
  • 4.2 Apply cleansing medium and select ultrasonic parameters.
  • 4.3 Apply ultrasonic device according to predetermined pattern, at correct angle ensuring that skin remains moist as required.
  • 4.4 Provide desincrustation treatment using direct current as required.
  • 4.5 Remove cleansing medium according to manufacturer instructions.
5. Remove minor skin blemishes and infuse serums.
  • 5.1 Steam and exfoliate as required.
  • 5.2 Extract milia and comedones as required.
  • 5.3 Apply high frequency to facial treatment areas, as required.
  • 5.4 Use direct current or sonophoresis to infuse serums according to skin type and conditions.
  • 5.5 Remove excess product as required.
6. Provide micro current treatment.
  • 6.1 Check current on self and return dials to zero.
  • 6.2 Select application method using electrodes, rollers, probes or gloves as required.
  • 6.3 Apply micro current gel or cream according to manufacturer instructions.
  • 6.4 Select treatment parameters and apply micro current as required.
7. Complete treatment.
  • 7.1 Apply and remove mask as required.
  • 7.2 Apply post treatment skin care products according to treatment plan.
  • 7.3 Allow post treatment recovery time in relaxation area.
8. Review treatment and provide post treatment advice.
  • 8.1 Evaluate specialised facial with client.
  • 8.2 Review current skin care regimen and recommend products that support client skin priorities and maintain skin between treatments.
  • 8.3 Design and recommend future treatments to support client priorities.
  • 8.4 Manage client expectations of potential outcomes.
  • 8.5 Update treatment plan and rebook client as required.
9. Clean treatment area.
  • 9.1 Remove used linen and clean surfaces and equipment and attachments according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • 9.2 Restock equipment and products in preparation for next treatment.
  • 9.3 Dispose of general waste to minimise negative environmental impacts according to organisational policies and procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D4769 SIBBFAS405A Provide advanced facial treatments Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODR44 SHBBFAS006 Provide specialised facial treatments Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AWO5 SHB40115 Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy Qualification
AWO6 SHB50115 Diploma of Beauty Therapy Qualification