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.
Treatment plan must include:
required treatments
outcomes of any previous treatments
facial areas requiring special treatment
routine and sequence of massage movements
contraindications
relevant medical history and medications
products used
tools and equipment
duration and frequency of treatments
after-care products and advice.
Variations to treatment plan may include:
changes in client's physical condition
changes in client requirements.
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.
Products may include:
cleansers
exfoliants:
friction
biological
chemical
setting masks
non-setting masks
specialised masks
toning lotions
moisturisers
oils
serums.
Equipment must include:
direct high frequency
brush machine
steamer or vapourzones
magnifying lamp
micro current
galvanic.
Equipment may include:
indirect high frequency
low level intensity laser
neuromuscular electronic stimulator or low frequency
woods light.
Relevant legislation and codes may include:
state or territory and local government health regulations
state or territory Acts and local regulations relating to skin penetration
occupational health and safety regulations
industry codes of practice.
Workplace policies and procedures may include:
health and hygiene
selection of face and skin care products
performance of advanced facial treatments
time frame allocated for service
room temperature adjustment
environmental protection practices, such as:
waste minimisation
recycling
reuse
energy efficiency, e.g. electricity saving devices and practices
waste disposal
resource management
water efficiency.
Massage routine must include:
rhythm
repetition
variation.
Treatment area may include:
face
décolletage
back.
Minor skin conditions may include:
open comedones
closed comedones
milia.
Premature ageing of skin may include:
leathery, blotchy appearance
extensive, deep wrinkling
loss of elasticity
thickened epidermis.
Possible causes may include:
sun damage
diet
environmental pollutants:
tobacco
alcohol
climatic conditions
lifestyle conditions.
Massage movements must include:
effleurage
petrissage
tapotement
vibration.
Massage movements may include:
Dr Jacquet
pressure points
superficial lymph drainage.
Direct current treatments must include:
iontophoresis
disincrustation.
Serums may include:
vasoconstrictive
anti-inflammatory.
High frequency treatments may include:
direct
indirect.
Soothing products may include:
masks
oils.
Client feedback may include:
comments regarding level of satisfaction
suggestions
enquiries.
Adverse effects may include:
erythema or inflammatory reaction to skin care products or massage medium
skin blemishes due to massage stimulation
allergic reactions of the skin or body to treatments or products.
Future treatment program may include:
facial treatments
diathermy.
Home-care products may include:
cleansers
toners
moisturisers
remedial products
sunscreens.
Lifestyle changes may include:
improved:
diet
alcohol consumption
tobacco consumption
sun protection.

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:
interpreting a treatment plan and making any adjustments required by variations in the client's condition
safely and effectively sequencing and applying a range of facial treatments, procedures, products and electrical equipment, as listed in the range statement and applied across a range of clients with different treatment needs
selecting and applying a variety of treatment products, electrical equipment and massage mediums
using time effectively and controlling product waste
evaluating facial treatment and advising client on future treatments, home care and complementary products.
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 workstations
adjustable facial couch with safe working access for operator and equipment
magnifying lamp
facial steamer or vapourzone
direct high frequency
micro current
brush machine
facial massage products from a professional range
home-care treatments product range
apprppriate supply of towels
client gown or cover
appropriate cleaning and disinfection products and equipment
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 facial 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 a simulated work environment, over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies, including:
preparing the client for facial treatment
applying products and equipment to treat mature seborrhoea
providing electrical post-treatment procedures
written and oral questioning appropriate to the language and literacy level of the learner, to assess knowledge and understanding of facial treatment procedures, including the application of infection control, electrical safety and treatment routines
completion of workplace documentation relevant to providing facial treatments
third-party reports from technical experts
completion of self-paced learning materials, including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor.

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
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SIBBCCS404A Work in a skin therapies framework
SIBBCCS405A Develop treatment plans
SIBBCCS407A Interpret the chemical composition and physical actions of cosmetic products
SIBBCCS408A Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context.