List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Establish client objectives. | 1.1 Access and review client treatment plan if available. 1.2 Identify client contraindications to individual aromatic oils and exclude from blend design. 1.3 Identify aromatic oil preferences of clients and consider inclusion in design of blend. |
2. Design oil blend. | 2.1 Apply aromatic plant oil chemistry and aromatic oil information to evaluate effective aromatic oils for client. 2.2 Determine effects of interactions between selected aromatic and carrier oils and modify design of blend accordingly. 2.3 Select optimum delivery method and calculate ratios of each aromatic oil to ensure effective treatment. 2.4 Explain recommended aromatic plant oils and their effects to client, confirming ingredients and delivery method. |
3. Set up for blending. | 3.1 Check readiness of preparation area and availability of equipment. 3.2 Check aromatic oils to ensure availability, viability and compliance with expiry dates. 3.3 Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and blending process. |
4. Prepare aromatic oil blends. | 4.1 Ensure adequate ventilation in preparation area. 4.2 Measure and mix selected aromatic oils, carrier oil, additives and other mediums according to blend design. 4.3 Minimise deterioration of aromatic oils and blends according to aromatic plant oil chemistry and aromatic oil information. |
5. Provide treatment using aromatic plant oils. | 5.1 Apply aromatic plant oil blend according to treatment plan. 5.2 Minimise wastage of oils and handle safely to minimise deterioration. 5.3 Monitor client reactions and adjust treatment as required. |
6. Review treatment and provide post treatment advice. | 6.1 Evaluate treatment outcomes with client. 6.2 Provide advice on care of common skin disorders within scope of practice. 6.3 Manage client expectations of potential outcomes. 6.4 Recommend home care, lifestyle changes, aromatic oils and future treatments as required. 6.5 Update treatment plan and rebook client as required. |
7. Clean treatment area. | 7.1 Remove used linen and clean surfaces and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures. 7.2 Restock equipment and products for next treatment. 7.3 Store aromatic oils and prepared blends to minimise light and heat exposure and evaporation. 7.4 Dispose of general waste and aromatic oil wastes to minimise negative environmental impacts according to organisational policies and procedures. |
Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:
communicate, follow and adjust four treatment plans to provide safe, appropriate and personalised treatments to different clients using aromatic plant oil blends for each of the following:
body massage
facial massage
hand or foot massage
spa treatment
design a second treatment aromatic oil blend for three of these clients to address ongoing client needs
design, record and update treatment plans and records specifying details of:
client feedback
contraindications and conditions
ingredients and ratio of ingredients used in oil blends
delivery method
post treatment aromatic oil and lifestyle advice
relevant medical history and medications
treatment duration and areas treated and not treated
treatment objectives
recommended future treatments
explain the effects and benefits of aromatic plant oils to each of these client for:
relaxation
stress reduction
skin care
prepare profiles and plant information for selected aromatic plant oils listed in Knowledge Evidence, detailing:
chemotype
common and botanical name
extraction method
plant family
synonym
prepare and apply two aromatic plant oil preparations chosen for two treatments from:
hydrosols
compresses
poultices
vapourisations
comply with health and hygiene regulations and requirements
clean, prepare and maintain treatment area according to organisational policy.
Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:
state or territory and local health and hygiene regulations and requirements relevant to preparing personalised aromatic plant oil blends for beauty treatments
federal regulations of cosmetics and preparations:
Therapeutic Goods Act
Regulation of aromatic plant oils
organisational policies and procedures relevant to preparing personalised aromatic plant oil blends for beauty treatments:
client record management
incident reporting
linen use and laundry
personal hygiene and presentation
presentation of treatment area
storage and handling of products
waste disposal
work health and safety
legal and insurance liabilities and responsibilities regarding aromatic oils and preparation of blends
scope of practice:
when to refer clients to other practitioners
importance of not stating a diagnosis of a contraindication
limitations to aromatic plant oils use
role of complementary therapist and medical practitioner
factors likely to affect suitability of treatments for client needs:
budgetary and time constraints
outcomes of previous treatments
physical attributes
effects and benefits of aromatic plant oil application methods:
compresses
facial and body massage
hand and foot massage
hydrosols
poultices
spa treatments
vaporisations
properties, profiles, plant family, botanical and common names, effects and benefits, toxic effects and contraindications of aromatic plant oils:
basil
bergamot
chamomile
cypress
eucalyptus
geranium
grapefruit
juniper
lavender
lemon
mandarin
orange
rosemary
sandalwood
tea tree
anatomy and physiology of skin and skin structures:
normal skin response to irritation, allergies and trauma
trans-epidermal water loss
olfactory sense in regard to aromatic plant oils
organic chemistry of aromatic plant oils:
carbon backbone, elements and bonds
functional groups
chemical terminology:
isoprene unit
aliphatic molecule
terpene and terpenoid compound
monoterpene and sesquiterpene
monoterpenol and sesquiterpenol
organic chemistry of carrier oils and additives and interactions with aromatic plant oil chemistry
contraindications that prevent treatment or require clearance from a medical professional to proceed:
aroma triggered epilepsy
contagious bacterial, fungal, parasitic and viral infections
cancer
clients with symptoms of infectious disease
contraindications to specific treatments such as fractures in the case of beauty treatment
extreme fatigue
extremes of body temperature
pain that is chronic or does not have a logical explanation:
local
sharp
dull
deep
surface
contraindications that restrict treatment and appropriate modifications to treatment and choice of oils:
allergies to specific aromatic oils
areas exhibiting loss of sensation
asthma
dizziness
fragile skin
inflammation
lumps and tissue changes
migraines and headaches
rashes
recent chemical peels, epilation, Intense Pulsed Light, laser or microdermabrasion treatment
recent scar tissue
severe oedema
skin trauma
adverse and beneficial interactions of aromatic plant oils when blended
client reactions to application of blended aromatic plant oils and required remedial action:
erythema
nausea
headache
dizziness
use of the following ingredients in aromatic oil blends and treatments:
additives
aromatic oils
carrier oils
other mediums
olfactory sense in regard to aromatic plant oil
care, handling and storage of blended aromatic plant oils:
clear and accurate labelling
decanting and resealing
protection from light
temperature control
sustainable operating procedures for the conservation of product, water and power
aftercare advice, products and future treatments to maintain client treatment objectives.
Skills must be demonstrated in a beauty industry environment; this can be:
a beauty industry workplace or
a simulated beauty workplace set up for the purpose of skills assessment, that provides services to paying members of the public.
Assessment must ensure access to:
paying clients, both new and regular, with different treatment requirements using aromatic plant oils, who have the expectation that the services provided reflect those of a commercial business
aromatic plant oil preparation and storage area
hand washing facilities:
basin
hot and cold running water
liquid soap
single use towels or hand dryer
relevant workplace documentation:
aromatic oil product information and safety data sheets
equipment instructions
organisational policies and procedures relevant to preparing personalised aromatic plant oil blends for beauty treatments.
Assessment must ensure use of:
a range of aromatic plant oils
carrier oils
aromatic plant oil equipment for measuring, mixing and storing:
beakers
dark glass bottles and closures
bowls
labels
pipettes
vaporisers
cleaning and disinfection products and equipment
client gowns and hair protectors
individual work station consisting of:
adjustable treatment table with safe working access at both ends and sides
trolley or stable surface for product and bowls
material to make compresses and poultices
treatment towels or linen, or disposable linen.
Assessment activities that allow the learner to:
complete preparation of blends within commercially realistic speed, timing and productivity
demonstrate competency in an environment reflective of real work situations
manage tasks and contingencies in the context of the job role.
Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisation’s requirements for assessors and:
hold a qualification as a beauty therapist
have worked as a beauty or spa therapist for at least three years where they have applied the skills and knowledge of this unit of competency.