SHBBSKT012Investigate developments in cosmetic treatments for skin rejuvenation

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What an assessment for SHBBSKT012 must cover

36 assessable components: 4 elements (15 performance criteria), 5 performance evidence and 10 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 6 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 Conduct research.

  • 1.1Identify and access credible and reliable sources of information about new and emerging skin treatments using formal and informal research methods.
  • 1.2Access and review credible sources of formalised research and professional literature regarding the theory and practice of new and emerging skin treatments.
  • 1.3Research and identify technological advancements in cosmetic equipment and treatment delivery.
  • 1.4Research changes to cosmetic treatments, and ensure compliance with, federal, state or local legislative and licensing requirements related to the cosmetic application of new and emerging skin treatments.

2 Evaluate suppliers.

  • 2.1Access and review existing and potential supplier information and claims to determine supplier ability to provide safe, effective and reliable products and equipment.
  • 2.2Cross-reference supplier claims, research and advertising to ensure they are supported by substantiated and credible research findings.
  • 2.3Access and review information regarding supplier training and technical support available.
  • 2.4Source and interpret supplier reviews and feedback to inform sourcing of products and equipment.

3 Identify trends.

  • 3.1Research local and global trends and developments in skin treatments using formal and informal research methods.
  • 3.2Investigate emerging technologies to determine the most effective and safe methods.

4 Review findings.

  • 4.1Evaluate and compare emerging treatments, protocols and ideas to identify benefits, limitations and risks in treatment advancements.
  • 4.2Critically analyse and provide written summary on benefits, limitations and risks of advancements in equipment and treatment delivery.
  • 4.3Assess commercial opportunities related to identified trends and technologies and determine viability.
  • 4.4Monitor and review changes to, and ensure compliance with, federal, state or local legislative and regulatory requirements related to cosmetic tattooing.
  • 4.5Update standard operating procedures in line with researched information.

Performance evidence

  • use at least one formal and one informal research method to source and compile information on: current and emerging trends in skin rejuvenation technology, benefits and risks associated with adopting trends and emerging technologies, legislative, regulatory and licensing requirements applicable to new and emerging skin treatments and state or territory practices
  • identify, compare and evaluate features of at least three different devices or pieces of equipment currently available for at least three of the following treatment types: superficial skin needling, superficial epidermal peeling, intense pulsed light, light emitting diodes, laser
  • for each of the three devices or pieces of equipment evaluated above, source at least two reputable suppliers
  • compile researched information and produce a report in accessible form with correct referencing to enable future use by practitioners and clients
  • discuss research findings with colleagues or customers.

Knowledge evidence

  • research methodologies and current sources of information as relevant to industry: formal research: peer reviewed research, clinical studies; informal research: magazine articles, online sources
  • process for referencing and compiling reference catalogues
  • how to determine what constitutes quality products and equipment
  • techniques to determine credibility and reliability of research and information sources
  • sources of information on current federal legislation, state or territory Acts and local regulations, and sources of information, as related to cosmetic treatments: non-ionising radiation protection, skin penetration, health regulations, work health and safety, licensing requirements, equipment registered for purpose on the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods
  • current technology and equipment: available equipment suppliers, machines and devices, equipment quality standards and indicators
  • current and emerging trends, protocols and ideas related to cosmetic treatments and technological developments related to skin rejuvenation treatments
  • benefits and risks associated with adopting trends and emergent technologies
  • issues and challenges affecting the skin rejuvenation industry
  • industry best practice in relation to superficial skin needling, superficial epidermal peeling, intense pulsed light, LED and laser technology.

Foundation skills

  • Reading skills to: interpret complex, varied and sometimes unfamiliar information from diverse sources: scientific data describing cosmetic tattooing techniques and technology, materials describing machine and equipment data and functions, sources of industry and regulatory requirements related to cosmetic tattooing, professional literature and journals.
  • Writing skills to: accurately and legibly record summary of research findings.
  • Numeracy skills to: interpret measurements and statistical information from formal research sources.
  • Initiative and enterprise skills to: use information to challenge and extend own perspectives and ways of thinking.
  • Planning and organising skills to: analyse, critique and synthesise complex information sources to develop own positions and ideas.
  • Technology skills to: use a computer and keyboard, search the internet for information.

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