SHBBSKT006 — Design laser skin treatment programs
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150 assessable components: 3 elements (25 performance criteria), 5 performance evidence and 113 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 7 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 Confirm skin treatment program with client.
- 1.1Discuss proposed treatment with client and review pre-treatment documentation.
- 1.2Analyse indications for treatment, contraindications and client feedback and modify treatment plan.
- 1.3Advise client of possible physical effects of laser treatments, special precautions to be observed, pre- and post-treatment and homecare required.
- 1.4Explain contraindications which prevent treatment and recommend suitable alternative treatments.
- 1.5Refer client to an appropriate professional where required.
- 1.6Identify the treatment implications for combining laser skin treatment technologies with other skin services
- 1.7Identify and discuss options or limitations for future treatments according to client characteristics, expectations and contraindications.
- 1.8Obtain medical approval to proceed if client has medically-related contraindications or precautions.
- 1.9Obtain signed informed consent, if not previously obtained.
2 Perform laser patch test.
- 2.1Explain sensation of the test before commencing.
- 2.2Select treatment parameters based on client consultation and analysis.
- 2.3Select small area on periphery to proposed treatment site and apply a small number of pulses.
- 2.4Comply with health and hygiene regulations and requirements.
- 2.5Record settings according to organisational requirements.
- 2.6Observe and record immediate reactions to establish end point.
- 2.7Use end point to design a safe and effective treatment.
- 2.8Apply post treatment skin cooling products according to treatment plan and skin reaction to patch test.
- 2.9Observe and record skin response after three to seven days.
3 Design a treatment program and discuss with client.
- 3.1Determine appropriate treatment program according to client assessment and within safe practice protocols.
- 3.2Discuss with client the proposed treatment plan, risks, costs, likely duration, frequency of treatment and likely recovery time.
- 3.3Confirm client compliance with special precautions and written pre- and post-treatment home care responsibilities.
- 3.4Discuss management of selected treatment in relation to other treatments or lifestyle factors.
- 3.5Photograph treatment area ensuing images are clear and comparable.
- 3.6Code and file images to enable comparisons and evaluation of outcomes.
- 3.7Complete and store treatment documentation according to organisational policies and procedures.
Performance evidence
- consult with at least three different clients, each with different Fitzpatrick skin types and treatment needs
- complete patch tests on each area proposed for treatment, and evaluate results
- design and document a laser skin treatment program
- record information obtained through all client consultation, observation and patch testing
- during all consultations and patch tests, consistently follow organisational policies and procedures, non-ionising radiation safety protection plan and relevant state or territory laws, codes and guidelines related to the use of laser for cosmetic treatments.
Knowledge evidence
- current local, state or territory health legislation, regulation and industry standards and guidelines relevant to laser skin treatments:
- non-ionising radiation protection
- skin penetration
- work health and safety
- organisational policies and procedures
- non-ionising radiation safety plan
- organisational product and equipment range and manufacturer instructions and safety data sheets
- practitioners legal and insurance liabilities and responsibilities for laser skin treatment:
- role and importance of indemnity insurance
- potential risks, liabilities and consequences of non-coverage
- scope of practice
- indications for treatment:
- epidermal texture thickening
- superficial lines and rhytids
- epidermal pigmentation
- epidermal scars:
- hypertrophic
- post inflammatory hyper pigmentation
- diffuse redness, erythema and telangiectasias
- acne
- contraindications and their relationship to laser skin treatments:
- albinism
- pre-treatment sun exposure
- artificially tanned skin
- pregnancy
- herbal remedies
- active herpes simplex
- active impetigo
- active eczema
- active acne
- photo-sensitive:
- medication
- conditions
- hypertrophic and keloid scars
- artificial pigment in the treatment area
- psoriasis in the treatment area
- certain circulatory conditions
- pregnancy
- connective tissue disorders including scleroderma
- prior surgery
- birthmarks, moles and pigmented lesions
- open wounds or abraded skin
- moles or tattoos to be covered
- for the above listed contraindications:
- appearance and identification
- required action and treatment precautions
- instances where treatment should not occur
- instances where recommendation to seek advice of other professionals should be provided
- medical contraindications, their relationship to laser treatments, and required action and treatment precautions:
- conditions already being treated by a general practitioner, dermatologist or skin therapist
- medical oedema
- recent surgery
- diabetes
- asthma
- epilepsy
- skin cancers
- appearance of complications and adverse effects and their causes:
- pigmentation changes
- blistering
- scarring and textural changes
- areas unsuitable for treatment:
- eye orbital area
- infra-orbital
- mucosal surfaces
- principles of light energy and how it interacts with skin
- different types of laser equipment and their recommended use and application, including cooling applications
- factors governing treatment parameters:
- wavelength
- fluence
- pulse width
- pulse delay
- repetition rate
- spot size
- cooling settings
- factors affecting treatment planning:
- patch test results
- skin type and condition
- skin healing and reaction
- areas treated and extent of area to be treated
- client finance
- pain tolerance
- effects, risks and benefits of laser skin treatments
- causes, appearance and management of skin reactions to laser patch testing:
- blistering
- scarring and textural changes
- pigmentation changes
- symptoms, histology and molecular mechanisms of photoaging
- typical features, skin tanning and healing responses of:
- the six Fitzpatrick skin types
- Glogau and Rubin skin classifications
- acne grades and types
- alternative cosmetic medical treatments for ageing and for acne skin
- anatomy and physiology of the skin and skin structures as they relate to light technology skin treatments, including:
- normal skin response to irritation and trauma
- scars, including hypertrophic and keloid (their origin and evolution) and abnormal scar tissue
- effects of laser skin treatments on physical structure of the skin
- chromophores type and location within the skin
- wound healing in different skin types and locations
- normal, abnormal and delayed wound healing
- post-treatment care procedures:
- low-frequency laser and healing products:
- cold compress
- cryogen sprays
- cold gels
- post-treatment advice:
- use of cooling gels
- lifestyle advice
- protecting treatment area from sunlight for specified time
- care of treatment area
- interval between treatments
- precautions prior to next treatment:
- 30 days prior to treatment: sun exposure and solarium treatments
- 14 days prior to treatment: use of self-tanning products.
Foundation skills
- Reading skills: source, interpret and critically analyse: scientific or technical documents related to laser technology and its effects on skin; skin treatment publications; manufacturer instructions and promotions; trade publications; organisational procedures.
- Oral communication skills: sensitively and supportively discuss client needs and negotiate with clients; use medical terminology appropriately in consultations with clients, colleagues and health care professionals.
- Numeracy skills: interpret manufacturer instructions and calculate treatment parameters, timing and costs.
- Problem-solving skills: identify treatment limitations for specific clients, select and recommend alternative solutions.
- Initiative and enterprise skills: promote treatments to existing and new clients.
- Planning and organising skills: sequence treatments into an effective skin therapy plan; identify appointment times and negotiate with colleagues for access to equipment and rooms.
- Self-management skills: manage length of consultation; recognise scope of practice issues and refer clients to colleagues or health care professional.
Unit content sourced from training.gov.au — © Commonwealth of Australia, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Auditori is not affiliated with the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations.
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