Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Relevant legislation may include:
federal, state or territory, and local health and hygiene regulations
occupational health and safety.
Workplace policies and procedures may include:
health and hygiene
safety guidelines
comfort and privacy
designated time frames for completion of the service.
Main functions and role of the skin must include:
integumentary system
relevant skin surface anatomy
major epidermal appendages and dermal structures
major cells of epidermis
role of vascular, connective and nervous tissue in dermis.
Structure, function, distribution and development of the glands of the skin must include:
production, composition and functions of sebum
production, composition and functions of eccrine and apocrine sweat fluids
control of sweat and sebaceous gland activity.
Skin colour and reaction to light must include:
main factors contributing to skin colour
origin, structure and location of melanocytes and keratinocytes
optical properties of skin in relation to reflection, transmission and absorption of light
relationship between skin type, minimal erythermal dose, skin protection factor and sunscreen use
normal responses of keratinocytes to ultraviolet radiation (UVA and UVB)
normal responses of melanocytes to ultraviolet radiation (UVA and UVB)
Fitzpatrick scale.
Role of skin as a sense organ must include:
stimuli and receptors
process of nerve conduction
types of receptors
systems and pathways of sensory and motor neuronal conduction
variations in sensory perception and their importance in a range of beauty treatments.
Gross structural features of the pilobaceous unit must include:
structural and cellular features of hair follicle
sebaceous glands
arector pili muscle.
Structural and cellular features of hair and hair follicles must include:
hair shaft
layers of hair
hair root and follicle.
Process of hair growth and the hair growth cycle must include:
process of hair growth
hair growth cycle
anagen (growth phase)
catagen (transitional stage)
telogen (resting phase)
influences on hair growth rate.
Effects of beauty treatments may include:
hair reduction treatments:
epilation
depilation
perming.
Provision of skin care and service advice may include:
lifestyle changes:
sun protection
skin care
effects of nutrition on skin and hair
product advice
advice on further services.

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:
applying knowledge of:
main functions and role of skin
structure, function, distribution and development of glands of skin
skin colour and reaction to light and implications for beauty industry
role of the skin in homeostasis and thermoregulation
applying a range of beauty treatments, using a variety of techniques and procedures involving skin care
accurately and legibly recording relevant data.
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:
text and online resources
relevant workplace documentation including:
manufacturer's equipment instructions
product instructions
manufacturer safety data sheets
workplace policies and procedures manuals, including workplace services and prices
a range of clients with different skin and hair characteristics and treatment 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 the workplace or simulated work environment, over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies, including:
applying principles of skin biology in client analysis
completing client skin analysis and treatment plans
providing skin treatment and care advice for a range of beauty treatments
third-party reports from technical experts
written and oral questioning appropriate to the language and literacy level of the learner, to assess knowledge and understanding of composition and structure of normal skin
completion self-paced learning materials, including personal reflection and feedback from the trainer or supervisor.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SIBBBOS401A Perform body massage
SIBBBOS402A Provide body treatments
SIBBBOS403A Perform aromatherapy massage
SIBBCCS405A Develop treatment plans
SIBBFAS302A Provide lash and brow treatments
SIBBFAS404A Provide facial treatments
SIBBFAS405A Provide advanced facial treatments.