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SIBBRES702A
Investigate developments in cosmetic treatments using light or laser systems

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit applies to beauty therapists with significant knowledge of skin and hair biology and broad experience in providing a range of skin and hair reduction treatments.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to investigate and evaluate developments in cosmetic intense pulsed light (IPL) or laser-based treatment.

Cosmetic applications of light therapies are rapidly increasing in the beauty industry. This includes identifying new information, critically evaluating the quality of information, and researching the availability and relevance of education and training opportunities for own professional development in cosmetic light or laser systems applications.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Nil

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential:

conducting research on technological developments with respect to the application of cosmetic light and laser systems, emerging treatment protocols and ideas

analysing, critiquing and synthesising complex information sources to develop own positions and ideas

applying recent issues and current regulations affecting the beauty industry in regard to the safe application of cosmetic light and laser systems in treatments

researching and documenting a personal development plan in light and laser system treatment.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

that competency is consistently demonstrated over a period of time and observed by the assessor or a technical expert working in partnership with the assessor as described in the Assessment Guidelines

that competency is demonstrated in or a simulated workplace environment in a range of situations which may include interruptions and involvement in other related activities normally expected in the workplace.

Assessment must ensure access to:

a current and varied range of familiar and unfamiliar text and online information sources

the opportunity to participate actively in relevant industry associations

the opportunity to participate in, and contribute to, discussion through conferences, meetings, seminars, courses and journals

professional development and other learning opportunities in the cosmetic application of light technologies

current literature, including specialist journals and industry magazines related to developments in the cosmetic application of light technologies.

For further guidance on the use of an appropriate simulated environment, refer to the Assessment Guidelines in this Training Package.

Methods of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

evaluation of research undertaken by candidate in terms of scope, depth and the level of critical thinking applied

evaluation of candidate's own professional development plan

observation of presentations

written and oral questioning appropriate to the language and literacy level of the learner, to assess knowledge and understanding of local and international developments in cosmetic light and laser system applications, emerging treatment protocols and ideas.

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

SIBBHRS705A Apply intense pulsed light and laser safety protocols.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

The following skills must be assessed as part of this unit:

literacy skills to research complex, varied and unfamiliar information sources

planning and organising skills to undertake the research process

critical thinking skills to:

distil and synthesise information from varied sources

develop own positions and ideas on a complex range of issues.

Required knowledge

The following knowledge must be assessed as part of this unit:

specific current and emerging IPL and laser technologies and trends in hair removal

local, national and international beauty industry association, dermal treatment networks and professional development opportunities

research methodologies and options

recent issues affecting the beauty industry in regard to the use of cosmetic light and laser systems in beauty therapy treatments

sources of information on relevant federal legislation, state or territory Acts and local regulations, including:

non-ionising radiation protection

skin penetration

health regulations

occupational health and safety

proposed changes

sources of information on technological developments and applications in relevant light or laser systems, along with broader references that may inform innovative practice

business implications and consequences of adopting trends and emergent technologies

professional development and further qualifications available in the field of practice

areas for improvement in own professional practice.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Formal and informal research strategies may include:

formal study

participating actively in relevant industry associations

participating in, and contributing to, discussion through conferences, meetings, seminars, courses and journals

participating in professional development and other learning opportunities

reading current literature, including specialist journals and industry magazines

web research.

Information on local, national and international developments may include:

best practice examples

emerging and future technology

published research.

Substantiated research findings may include:

objective technical methods

clinical testing

sensory analysis by trained panels or consumers

consumer or market research

published and peer-reviewed outcomes.

Professional development activities may include:

formal study towards higher qualifications

participating actively in relevant industry associations

articles, presentations, interviews and other communications

attendance at lectures or other informal education activities

participating in research projects

subscription to professional journals

those relating to moving into treatment supervisory role

provision of or participation in training

distance-based learning

mentoring.

Monitoring may include:

feedback from colleagues

accreditation with professional associations

peer discussions

workplace assessments

supervisory feedback

assessment of treatment results

client surveys

monitoring client attendance and business success.

Critical analysis may include:

analysing and evaluating actions and policies

clarifying issues, values and standards

comparing and contrasting ideals with practice

developing criteria for evaluation

distinguishing relevant from irrelevant facts

examining and evaluating assumptions

exploring implications and consequences

generating and assessing solutions

making interdisciplinary connections

making plausible inferences and predictions

noting significant similarities and differences

reading and listening critically.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Analyse and select formal and informal research strategies to source information on local, national and international developments. 
Ensure that supplier claims and published advertising or research are supported by substantiated research findings. 
Critically evaluate supplier claims against potential safety risks and benefits for clients. 
Access and evaluate literature on the theory and practice of IPL and laser systems application in hair reduction. 
Regularly research changes to federal, state or local regulations relating to the cosmetic application of light and laser systems by beauty therapists, and implement them. 
Give case presentations and literature reviews in the workplace and wider peer settings where applicable. 
Evaluate, compare and contrast emerging dermal treatments, protocols and other new ideas. 
Transfer skills and competencies to new contexts. 
Use knowledge of the historical, theoretical and philosophical aspects of the field of practice to improve existing practices. 
Identify personal strengths and weaknesses and implement measures to improve. 
Establish links and share technical information with other industry professionals using knowledge of industry associations and networks. 
Maintain membership of relevant professional associations. 
Identify own professional development requirements for expanding professional practice in dermal treatments using cosmetic light or laser systems. 
Actively pursue opportunities to participate in professional development activities. 
Monitor progress of own professional practice on a regular basis. 
Use information to challenge and extend own perspectives and ways of thinking. 
Examine and assess implications and consequences of technological trends and emerging treatment protocols for own work. 
Use critical analysis to identify commercial opportunities presented by emerging trends and technologies in cosmetic light and laser system applications. 

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