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Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments

Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments

Unit of competency
National Code
SHBBBOS005
State Code
AVG62
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
061711 - Massage Therapy
Original Release Date
29/01/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide relaxation treatments using reflexology techniques. It requires the ability to consult with clients, select products and techniques, and provide manual reflexology relaxation according to client needs and agreed treatment plan. Reflexology can be an individual treatment, or form part of a series of treatments. This unit applies to beauty and spa therapists who work in beauty salons, massage clinics and spas. In this environment they work in a team but make independent treatment decisions. They have knowledge across a range of reflexology relaxation techniques. 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 treatment requirements with client.
  • 1.3 Identify contraindications to treatment, and refer client to appropriate professional as required.
  • 1.4 Explain principles of reflexology, treatment sequence and factors that may restrict treatment.
  • 1.5 Confirm revised treatment plan, record updates and obtain client consent.
2. Prepare for reflexology treatment.
  • 2.1 Prepare treatment area and self.
  • 2.2 Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process.
  • 2.3 Prepare client and select treatment products.
3. Provide reflexology treatment.
  • 3.1 Drape client for warmth, with feet and hands exposed as required.
  • 3.2 Ensure client comfort and modesty throughout treatment.
  • 3.3 Select, apply and sequence reflexology relaxation techniques according to treatment plan.
  • 3.4 Use leverage and pressure to apply reflexology techniques while holding and supporting the foot adequately.
  • 3.5 Work on reflexology points of both feet according to treatment plan.
  • 3.6 Monitor client reactions and adjust reflexology technique and duration as required.
  • 3.7 Allow post treatment recovery time in a relaxing environment.
4. Review treatment and provide post treatment advice.
  • 4.1 Evaluate treatment with client.
  • 4.2 Record outcomes of treatment on client treatment plan.
  • 4.3 Provide aftercare advice and recommend products and future treatments.
  • 4.4 Update treatment plan and rebook client as required.
5. Clean treatment area.
  • 5.1 Remove used towels and gown and clean treatment area and surfaces according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • 5.2 Replenish treatment area for next treatment.
  • 5.3 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
D4756 SIBBBOS506A Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODR55 SHBBBOS010 Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AWO6 SHB50115 Diploma of Beauty Therapy Qualification