SHBBSSC001 — Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy

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What an assessment for SHBBSSC001 must cover

41 assessable components: 5 elements (15 performance criteria), 3 performance evidence and 18 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 5 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 Use knowledge of the skin structure and systems to determine client needs.

1.1Discuss presenting conditions and requirements with client and identify treatment priorities.
1.2Identify client skin treatment requirements, contraindications, and possible adverse reactions and discuss with client.
1.3Based on knowledge and understanding of skin conditions, refer client to appropriate professional where required.
1.4Review client medical history, medications and obtain medical approval prior to treatment as required.

2 Use knowledge of the skin structure and systems to design treatment.

2.1Integrate knowledge of skin systems, functions and interrelationships to assess treatment options and suitability for clients.
2.2Integrate knowledge of the skin systems and functions into design of proposed therapy for a single or series of treatments.
2.3Integrate knowledge of the skin systems and functions to develop treatment plans.

3 Advise clients.

3.1Discuss benefits and potential adverse effects of planned treatment with clients using correct anatomical and physiological terminology.
3.2Selectively use skin anatomy and physiology terminology to provide clear, accurate post treatment service.

4 Record relevant data.

4.1Integrate information related to skin anatomy and physiology to record and update accurate information in treatment plans and records.
4.2Use accurate anatomy and physiology terminology in relation to skin, skin conditions, functions and treatment effects.
4.3Integrate knowledge and understanding of skin anatomy and physiology to communicate accurately with colleagues and medical practitioners.

5 Maintain knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

5.1Identify and use opportunities to source, update and expand knowledge of skin anatomy and physiology.
5.2Share current information about skin anatomy and physiology with clients and colleagues as required.
5.3Compile and maintain credible sources of information about skin anatomy and physiology to enable rapid access for work activities as required.

Performance evidence

compile a list of credible sources of information about skin anatomy and physiology for workplace access
research three conditions that could benefit through facial or body massage and design a treatment routine for three different client needs, that demonstrates how these treatments are relevant to the specified skin or body anatomy and structure
use correct terminology relating to skin anatomy and physiology when developing the above treatment routines.

Knowledge evidence

skin anatomy: gross and microscopic; layers of epidermis, dermis and hypodermis (subcutaneous); differences depending on body location
function and role of skin: integumentary system; epidermal cells; epidermal appendages and dermal structures; role in skin of tissues: connective, nervous, vascular; protection; temperature control; vitamin D production; sensation; homeostasis; barrier
thermoregulation structure, function and distribution of glands of the skin that include: production, composition and functions of sebum production; composition and functions of eccrine and apocrine sweat fluids; control of sweat and sebaceous glands activity
appearance and characteristics of skin types: dry, alipid and lipid; oily and lipid; diffused red; pigmented; couperose; mature
normal body flora
skin colours and reactions to light that include: factors that contribute to skin colour – physiological basis of skin colour; structure and location of melanocytes and keratinocytes
optical properties of skin that include: absorption; reflection; transmission; scattering
relationship between skin type, minimal erythemal dose, skin protection factor and sunscreen use: electromagnetic spectrum and effect of light on skin; responses of keratinocytes to ultraviolet radiation; responses of melanocytes to ultraviolet radiation; Fitzpatrick skin types scale
skin as a sense organ: process of nerve conduction; stimuli and skin receptors; systems and pathways of sensory and motor neuronal conduction; types of receptors; variations in sensory perception and their significance to beauty treatments
age related changes: effect of hormones on skin; hair growth and loss; menstrual cycle skin changes; pigmentation; sebaceous and sweat gland secretion
function, formation and behaviour of major skin chemicals: complex fatty acids; complex lipids: phospholipids, sphingolipids, glycosaminoglycans; lipids: saponifiable, non-saponifiable; proteins: soluble, insoluble, collagen, elastin, keratin
growth, development, ageing and healing of human skin: cell division and differentiation; factors affecting epidermal mitosis; growth of epidermis; normal process of skin ageing and structural change; normal ageing and photo-ageing; theories about ageing; stages in wound healing; phases of skin growth, cell renewal, wound healing
origin and evolution of scars: hypertrophic; keloid; abnormal scar tissue
normal skin responses to irritation and trauma
appearance, genetic factors, possible medical treatments and limitations of facial treatments on skin conditions, diseases and disorders
genetics of skin disorders
skin conditions: acne; eczema and atopic dermatitis; hair disorders; pigmentation disorders; vascular disorders; seborrheic dermatitis; trans-epidermal water loss
basic nutrition and relationship between nutrition and healthy skin.

Foundation skills

Reading skills to:: source, interpret and apply information from: anatomy, physiology and skin science publications; anatomical charts and models.
Writing skills to:: document information for instructions and reports.
Oral communication skills to:: clearly explain to client the physiological processes of skin damage and how beauty therapy treatments will impact on its appearance; selectively use anatomy and physiology terminology in conversations with clients and team members.
Problem-solving skills to:: determine scope of own practice and where referral to professional is required; decide on most appropriate treatment to meet client requirements and objectives.
Technology skills to:: access credible on-line publications and internet resources that build knowledge for providing skin services to clients.

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