Required skills

The following skills must be assessed as part of this unit

technical skills to

respond to contraindications and adverse effects

interpret treatment plan and adapt treatment to accommodate changes in clients physical condition

select and apply pigments to achieve predetermined outcomes

safely apply appropriate equipment products and pigments to meet client requirements

communication skills to

consult with clients

respond to questions and provide information and reassurance to clients throughout the service

numeracy skills to calculate the time and sequence required for proposed treatments

Required knowledge

The following knowledge must be assessed as part of this unit

relevant state or territory Acts and local regulations related to skin penetration

infection control procedures and the application of universal precautions

correct and environmentally sound disposal methods for cosmetic tattooing treatment waste which also comply with skin penetration regulations

workplace policies and procedures in regard to cosmetic tattooing treatments

effects and benefits of a defined range of skin care products

factors likely to affect the suitability of each treatment to client needs

effects and benefits of cosmetic tattooing services

anatomy and physiology of the skin and skin structures as they relate to cosmetic tattooing services including

a simplified crosssection of skin

glands as they relate to basic skin function

skin chemicals including sebum and sweat production

normal and abnormal

collagen

elastin

lipids

microscopic anatomy of the epidermis dermis and hypodermis

phases of growth cell renewal healing of skin and factors affecting epidermal mitosis

normal process of skin ageing and structural change

normal skin response to irritation and trauma

scars including hypertrophic and keloid their origin and evolution and abnormal scar tissue

effects of treatments on the physical structure of the skin

wound healing in different skin types and locations

relevant electrical equipment including

properties and use of electrical energy electrostatics and electrical current for cosmetic tattooing services

safe practices and management

basic nutrition and the relationship between nutrition and healthy skin particularly foods which may have an effect on the skin or which may be contraindicated in combination with particular skin conditions or products used in a treatment procedure

dietrelated diseases which may affect a cosmetic tattooing service

chemical ingredients in relevant treatment products particularly in regard to

their likely effects on the skin

toxic effects of various substances

their contribution to premature ageing

possible adverse effects in combination with other products or circumstances

causes of skin reactions in regard to cosmetic tattooing services and the appearance and management of adverse effects including

inflammation arising from the cosmetic tattooing services

torn skin

bruising

physical appearance of

various skin types

normal skin

abnormal skin conditions

minor skin blemishes

skin diseases

appearance of contraindications and adverse effects

typical medical treatments drugs and side effects relevant to cosmetic tattooing

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

applying the requirements of federal state or territory Acts and local regulations relating to skin penetration and infection control

applying safe work practices in regard to cosmetic tattooing

interpreting a treatment plan including adapting the treatment to accommodate changes in clients condition

recognising and managing contraindications and adverse effects

selecting appropriate pigment needles angle depth and electrical current level and safely applying cosmetic tattooing techniques for a variety of treatment areas

using effective questioning and active listening techniques to consult reassure and negotiate with clients throughout the treatment while maintaining discretion and confidentiality

evaluating a cosmetic tattooing treatment and advising the client on home care and future treatments

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 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

a fully equipped and compliant cosmetic tattooing environment which includes as a minimum

individual client workstations

cosmetic tattoo equipment

electricity supply at each workstation

multiple disposable needles suitable for a variety of body and facial areas

needle caps

colour pigment holders

ten colour pigments

topical anaesthetic cream

disposable towels

disposable mouthguards

personal protective equipments including disposable gloves

a range of products and equipment from a professional range

appropriate cleaning and disinfection products and equipment

relevant workplace documentation including

manufacturers equipment instructions

product instructions

manufacturer safety data sheets

workplace policies and procedures manuals

a range of clients with different cosmetic tattooing 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 learners performing a range of tasks in a simulated work environment over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies including

selecting and mixing appropriate pigments

applying cosmetic tattoos

reviewing the outcomes of cosmetic tattoo procedures with clients

providing posttreatment advice

applying infection control procedures

written and oral questioning appropriate to the language and literacy level of the learner to assess knowledge and understanding of designing and performing cosmetic tattooing procedures including the safe application of electricity and infection control and skin penetration

completion of workplace documentation relevant to designing and performing cosmetic tattooing

thirdparty reports from technical experts

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

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

SIBBCCSA Work in a skin therapies framework

SIBBCCS404A Work in a skin therapies framework

SIBBCCSA Use electricity in beauty therapy treatments

SIBBCCS406A Use electricity in beauty therapy treatments

SIBBCCSA Interpret the chemical composition and physical actions of cosmetic products

SIBBCCS407A Interpret the chemical composition and physical actions of cosmetic products.

Treatment plan must include:

Clients may include:

Visual representation of expected outcomes may include:

Treatment procedure may include:

Relevant legislation may include:

Workplace policies and procedures may include:

Equipment and materials must include:

Materials may include:

Patch test must include:

Post-patch test products may include:

Waste may include:

Treatment area may include:

Infection controlprocedures must include:

Skin penetration procedures must include:

Client feedback may include:

Relevant outcomes of treatment may include:

Future treatment program may include:

Home-care advice may include:

Adverse effects may include:

Source of referral may include: