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 may include:
treatment area
follicle type and distribution
hair type:
single, compound
straight, curved
fine, coarse
lanugo, vellus, terminal
treatment duration
products
equipment
follow-up procedures
contraindications:
bacterial, viral or fungal infections
impetigo
scabies
lice
boils and carbuncles
candidiasis
acne
rashes
diabetes
pigmentation disorders
disorders of ageing skin
sunburn
biological changes, including:
puberty
menopause
premature ageing
anorexia
anaemia
pregnancy
scar tissues and lesions
dilated capillaries
skin trauma
pacemakers and metal implants
other visible non-normal skin
relevant medical history and medications
outcomes of previous temporary and permanent hair removal treatments.
Variations to treatment plan may include:
changes in client physical condition
changes to client requirements.
Clients may include:
male or female clients
new or regular clients with routine or special needs
people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with varying physical and mental abilities.
Treatment procedure may include:
current duration
current intensity
pre- and post-treatment products.
Relevant legislation may include:
state or territory Acts and local regulations relating to skin penetration
state or territory and local health and hygiene regulations
occupational health and safety.
Workplace policies and procedures may include:
health and hygiene
workplace equipment, product range and manufacturer instructions
designated time frame allocated for service
infection controls
environmental protection practices, such as:
safe disposal of sharps and other treatment waste
waste minimisation
energy efficiency, e.g. electricity saving devices and practices
resource management
water efficiency.
Equipment must include:
thermolysis
galvanic
direct and alternating blend
magnification lamp.
Patch test must include:
replication of treatment plan:
procedures
products
equipment.
Post-treatment skin care products may include:
antiseptic
serums
lotions.
Treatment area may include:
face
body
arms and legs.
Infection control must include:
use of personal protective equipment
equipment sterilisation and disinfection
use of disposable equipment.
Skin penetration procedures must include:
cleansing of treatment area
prevention of blood to blood contact
disposal of sharps
disposal of infectious and non-infectious waste.
Treatment waste may include:
probes
hair
gloves
swabs.
Electrical post-treatment care may include:
cataphoresis
high frequency
low level laser.
Client feedback may include:
comments
suggestions
enquiries.
Relevant outcomes of treatment may include:
client satisfaction with treatment
pain experienced
appearance of treatment area.
Future treatment program may include:
number and frequency of further treatments
complementary services or treatments.
Adverse effects may include:
erythema or inflammation arising from hair removal treatment or products
scarring
allergic reactions of skin or body to treatment or products
reactions of client to electrical current, treatment or product.
Home-care advice may include:
care of treatment area
management of hair growth
product recommendations.
Source of referral may include:
complementary therapist
medical practitioner.

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 relevant state or territory and local health and hygiene regulations, including skin penetration regulations
applying relevant regulations, workplace procedures, and safe work practices in regard to electrolysis treatments
interpreting a treatment plan, including adapting treatment to accommodate changes in client's condition
safely inserting probe and applying electrolysis treatments for clients with a variety of hair and follicle types, at a variety of hair growth stages and on a variety of treatment areas
evaluating outcomes of an electrolysis 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
that competency is demonstrated in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment in a range of simulated situations which include client interruptions and involvement in other related activities normally expected in the workplace.
Assessment must ensure access to:
a fully equipped electrolysis treatment area, which includes as a minimum:
individual client workstation
adjustable treatment couch with equipment and operator safe working access at head, foot and each side
access to sterilised small tools and equipment
electricity supply to each workstation
equipment that provides thermolysis, galvanic, direct, and alternating blend currents
magnifying lamp
supply of disposable probes
supply of needle acceptor tubes
personal protective equipment, including disposable gloves
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 hair reduction 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:
direct 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:
planning a treatment program that involves a series of electrolysis treatments to achieve client's desired hair reduction outcome
discussing variations to treatment plan with client
safely applying electrolysis treatments
applying infection control and skin penetration procedures according to health and hygiene
applying regulations and workplace policies and procedures
obtaining and recording feedback from client on outcomes of each stage of treatment program
case studies, and written and oral questioning appropriate to the language and literacy level of the learner, to assess knowledge and understanding of:
actions of currents used in electrolysis
actions of electrolysis on hair follicle and surrounding skin
relevant skin penetration regulations
workplace environmental and infection controls
third-party reports from technical experts
completion of self-paced learning material, including personal reflection and feedback from the trainer, workplace coach or supervisor.

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SIBBCCS404A Work in a skin therapies framework
SIBBCCS405A Develop treatment plans
SIBBCCS406A Use electricity in beauty therapy treatments.