SHBBSKT008 — Design light emitting diode treatment programs

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50 assessable components: 2 elements (17 performance criteria), 4 performance evidence and 22 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 LED, 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 LED 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.

2 Design a treatment program and discuss with client.

2.1Determine appropriate treatment program according to client assessment and within safe practice protocols.
2.2Comply with health and hygiene regulations and requirements.
2.3Discuss with client the proposed treatment plan, risks, costs, likely duration, frequency of treatment and likely recovery time.
2.4Confirm client compliance with special precautions and written pre- and post-treatment home care responsibilities.
2.5Discuss management of selected treatment in relation to other treatments or lifestyle factors.
2.6Photograph treatment area ensuing images are clear and comparable.
2.7Code and file images to enable comparisons and evaluation of outcomes.
2.8Complete and store treatment documentation according to organisational processes.

Performance evidence

consult with at least three different clients, each with different Fitzpatrick skin types and treatment needs
design and document a LED treatment program
record information obtained through all client consultation and observation
during all consultations, consistently follow organisational policies and procedures and relevant state or territory laws, codes and guidelines related to the use of LED for cosmetic treatments.

Knowledge evidence

federal, state or territory and local Acts, regulations and standards relevant to LED treatments
organisational policies and procedures in regard to LED technologies
health and hygiene requirements in relation to light emitting diode treatment
practitioner’s legal and insurance liabilities and responsibilities for LED treatment: - role and importance of indemnity insurance - potential risks, liabilities and consequences of non-coverage
characteristics of the electromagnetic spectrum and their applications in skin treatments
indications for treatment for LED: - sun damaged skin - mild to moderate acne - erythema from light or laser therapies and sunburn - stimulation of collagen production
risks, effects, benefits and scope of practice for LED devices and combined modalities for skin treatments
manufacturer instructions in regard to LED technologies
scope of practice for LED technologies in body and face treatments
contraindications and their relationship to LED skin treatments: - epilepsy - albinism - pre-treatment sun exposure - artificially tanned skin - pregnancy - herbal remedies - active herpes simplex - active impetigo - active eczema - active acne - photo-sensitive: (1) medication (2) 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 in treatment area - birthmarks, moles and pigmented lesions - open wounds or abraded skin - moles or tattoos to be covered - cryotherapy - history of cancer in treatment area: - cancerous or precancerous lesions
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 LED 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
physics of light: - energy forms - electromagnetic spectrum - visible and non-visible light - wavelengths - characteristics of a wave - properties of light emitting diodes (LED)
the effect of light energy on skin: - absorption - reflection - transmission - scatter
effect and benefits of LED on human tissue: - photobiochemical tissue responses: - interaction with cytochromes - effect on mitochondria - effect on collagenase - effect on collagen, elastin - wavelength and effect and benefit for skin including: (1) 415nm +/- 10% blue for acne treatments (2) 640nm +/- 10% red for increasing circulation, collagen and elastin (3) 590nm +/- 10% yellow for decreasing swelling and inflammation (4) 830 +/- Infra red for rejuvenation
operational characteristics of LED devices including: - selection of wavelength - treatment parameters - operating interface - treatment parameters
other compatible treatments to optimise results
precautions when combining with other treatments: - microdermabrasion - chemical peels - vacuum - microneedling
treatment suitability
personal protective equipment for operator and client
safe work practices including equipment checks, preventive maintenance and operator responsibilities.

Foundation skills

Reading skills: source, interpret and critically analyse: - scientific or technical documents related to LED 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.
Learning skills: evaluate own knowledge and skill in relation to emerging skin treatments and determine learning needs.
Problem-solving skills: identify treatment limitations for specific clients, and 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 as appropriate.

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