Required skills

The following skills must be assessed as part of this unit

technical skills to

respond to contraindications and adverse effects

interpret treatment plans and identify and adjust to changes in clients condition

prepare and apply aromatic plant oil vaporisation compresses and poultices

prepare and apply aromatic plant oils for body face and handfoot treatments

safely store and handle aromatic oils and carrier oils

selfmanagement skills to maintain practitioner selfcare practices including

ventilation in treatment area

fresh air between clients

water intake

literacy skills to

read and apply product information and safety data

interpret and adjust treatment plans

numeracy skills to calculate required product quantities and ratios

Required knowledge

The following knowledge must be assessed as part of this unit

relevant health and hygiene regulations

relevant occupational health and safety regulations and requirements

infection control procedures and application of universal precautions

organic chemistry of aromatic plant oils

adverse and beneficial interactions of blended aromatic plant oils

anatomy and physiology of the skin and skin structures as they relate to beauty treatments including

normal skin response to irritation and trauma

effects of workplace treatments on physical structure of the skin

transepidermal water loss

percutaneous absorption and factors affecting penetration of aromatic plant oils

skin function including causes of skin reactions and allergies in regard to blended aromatic plant oils

olfactory sense in regard to aromatic plant oil blends

cosmetic chemistry and ingredients of relevant products particularly in regard to

their likely effects on the skin

toxic effects of various substances

possible contraindications in combination with other products or circumstances

environmental impact of ingredients in relevant products and minimal impact practices to reduce these

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

interpreting a treatment plan and adapting treatment to accommodate changes in clients condition

knowledge and skill in blending oils for beauty treatments aimed at relaxation stress reduction skin care and alleviation of headaches

selecting and applying appropriate massage movements for face body hands and feet

preparing and applying aromatherapy vapour compress and poultice treatments

evaluating an aromatherapy massage treatment and advising client on future treatments home care and complementary products

accurately and legibly recording relevant data on client treatment plans

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 the technical expert working in partnership with the assessor as described in the Assessment Guidelines

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

Assessment must ensure access to

an environment which includes as a minimum

individual client workstation

an aromatic plant oils preparation and storage area

a range of aromatic plant oils carrier oils and additives

adjustable massage table

apprppriate supply of towels

client gown

client cover

trolley

relevant workplace documentation including

manufacturers equipment instructions

product information and instructions

manufacturer safety data sheets

workplace policies and procedures manuals

a range of clients with different aromatherapy treatment requirements

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

observation of learner performing a range of tasks in the workplace or a simulated work environment over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies including

selecting ingredients according to clients treatment plan

handling measuring and mixing aromatic plant oils and ingredients using appropriate ratios to meet clients requirements

performing aromatic treatments on body face hands and feet

written and oral questioning appropriate to the language and literacy level of the learner to assess knowledge and understanding of aromatic plant oil chemistry and blending procedures including a knowledge of health hygiene and safety for client and practitioner

completion of workplace documentation relevant to providing aesthetic aromatherapy massage services

thirdparty reports from technical experts

completion of selfpaced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from a trainer workplace coach or supervisor

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

SIBBBOSA Perform aromatherapy massage

SIBBBOS403A Perform aromatherapy massage

SIBBBOSA Apply aromatic plant oil chemistry to beauty treatments

SIBBBOS504A Apply aromatic plant oil chemistry to beauty treatments.

Clients may include:

Treatment plan may include:

Variations to treatment plan may include:

Relevant legislation and codes may include:

Workplace policies and procedures may include:

Aromatic plant oils must include:

Carrier oils may include:

Additives may include:

Other mediums may include:

Client requirements may include:

Equipment may include:

Ingredients may include:

Storage and labelling procedures may include:

Service area environment may include:

Beauty treatments may include:

Equipment may include:

Materials may include:

Massage techniques must include a combination of movements designed to achieve client treatment objectives and should be drawn from the following:

Adverse effects may include:

Future treatment program may include:

Home-care advice may include: