SHBBCOS001 — Provide cosmetic tattooing consultations

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What an assessment for SHBBCOS001 must cover

45 assessable components: 3 elements (20 performance criteria), 4 performance evidence and 13 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 8 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Determine contraindications and precautions.

1.1Discuss with client cosmetic tattooing requirements and expectations to identify their treatment priorities.
1.2Conduct skin analysis of area to be tattooed and confirm with client the tattoo service required.
1.3Review client medical history, medications, and lifestyle and occupational factors to identify potential contraindications or adverse reactions.
1.4Advise client of contraindications to cosmetic tattooing and refer to appropriate professional as required.
1.5Identify any skin disorders and diseases and discuss potential adverse reactions with client.

2 Consult with client.

2.1Clarify goals and priorities with the client to confirm their expectations.
2.2Ask the client about any existing tattooing and any complications and concerns and their level of satisfaction.
2.3Explain treatment process including sequence, duration, frequency and cost.
2.4Identify skin type and skin undertones of client.
2.5Propose and decide on colour options in agreement with the client.
2.6Discuss techniques to be used and recommend accordingly.
2.7Explain the requirements for aftercare and possibility of adverse reactions.
2.8Manage client expectations of treatment outcomes and discuss and select evaluation strategies.
2.9Discuss treatment alternatives and refer to a healthcare professional as required.
2.10Develop and confirm a treatment plan with approval of the client.
2.11Develop a treatment plan and seek agreement from the client and signed consent.
2.12Photograph area to be tattooed prior to and after the shape has been marked up ensuring clarity and comparability of image.

3 Design tattoo.

3.1Map out shape and colour of tattoo to suit skin colour and facial shape, scalp or breast area, and to meet client preference and expectations.
3.2Seek feedback from client and modify treatment plan if required.
3.3Finalise and document treatment plan and obtain signed client consent to proceed with treatment.

Performance evidence

analyse treatment area, communicate with and develop treatment plans for six clients for at least one of the following tattooing sites: eyelids, eyebrow, lips, breast areola, scalp micropigmentation
design and mark up tattoos to meet requirements and expectations for each client
develop, record and maintain treatment plans and records for each client specifying all relevant details
identify and manage contraindications or potential adverse reactions to cosmetic tattoo services

Knowledge evidence

organisational policies and procedures for initial client contact and information required during first appointment: client consultation form: Fitzpatrick skin types, client expectations, pre- and post-treatment photos of client, maintenance schedule and duration, consent form and checklist, medical form, contraindications: current medications, recent surgery, professional treatment
role of and process for patch testing, including: identification of allergies, healed results
client considerations for procedure: existing cosmetic tattoos: any complications, concerns, whether client expectations were met and satisfied, injectables history, skin undertone, allergies, past medical history, lifestyle and occupation, smoking, potential adverse reactions
photography requirements and schedule including before, during and immediately after treatment
overview of topical anaesthetics: anaesthetics and how they work, state and territory legislation and regulatory requirements for anaesthetics
cosmetic tattoo design
tattooing techniques: solid, shaded, hairstrokes
post treatment care procedures and advice for specific treatment areas: special care of specific treatment area, sun protection, managing the healing process, follow up treatments, ongoing assessment, home care, wound healing and infections, contact for adverse reactions
infection control processes: contamination risks, personal hygiene and salon attire, guidelines for wearing artificial nails and nail polish, emergency procedures
treatment plans and records and contents including: contraindications, skin analysis, treatment schedule, relevant medical history and medications, adverse reactions, aftercare recommendations and advice, changes in client skin condition, anaesthetic used and method of application, outcomes of treatments, needle size and type to be used, pigments and products used, tattoo design
things to consider when obtaining informed consent: risks and risk management, legal disclaimer, complications, marketing, influence of drugs or alcohol, legal age of consent, ethical communication of treatment including viable treatment options
pre- and post-treatment care: information, compliance, normal, abnormal and delayed wound healing as related to the specific treatment, advice on lifestyle
treatment plan: number of treatments, cost

Foundation skills

Reading: extract relevant information from clients’ medical history documents about medication, lifestyle factors and their effect on treatment.
Writing: record client expectations, previous medical history, contraindications, medical conditions and lifestyle factors that affect cosmetic tattooing develop client treatment plans and records.
Oral communication: sensitively question and consult with client to determine requirements and expectations and identify contraindications and other information prior to proceeding with cosmetic tattooing provide comprehensive and sometimes complex information on cosmetic tattooing to client.
Problem-solving: identify issues and modify technique or products to minimize skin damage and client discomfort.
Teamwork: work collaboratively with colleagues and health care professionals to optimise client outcomes.
Planning and organising: sequence treatments into an effective plan identify appointment times and negotiate with colleagues for access to equipment and rooms.
Self-management: manage length of consultation recognise scope of practice issues and refer clients to colleagues or health care professionals.
Technology: Take photographs using suitable lighting, lens and focussing to accurately record tattooing progress Use client software to record and update client notes.

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What does an assessment tool for SHBBCOS001 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for SHBBCOS001 needs to address all 45 unit components: 3 elements with 20 performance criteria, 4 performance evidence requirements, 13 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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