This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Skills may include

responding to client needs

relating knowledge of nutrition to the practice of trichological assessment andor treatments

client consultation that takes into account the culture background and physical abilities of the client while demonstrating knowledge of the following communication techniques

listening and questioning techniques

verbal and nonverbal communication

negotiation techniques

written communication

language literacy and numeracy skills relevant to the role and workplace requirements

Knowledge may include

provisions of relevant health and hygiene legislation and regulations

provisions of relevant skin penetration legislation and regulations

provisions of relevant occupational health and safety legislation and regulations

workplace policies and procedures in regard to the performance of trichological treatments

knowledge of nutrition in regard to the performance of trichological treatments including knowledge of

relevant principles of nutrition

nutritional needs across the patients lifespan

role of food nutrients and other food substances

main functions of the digestive system

functions of the main organs and the excretory system

dietary health problems

The evidence guide describes the underpinning knowledge and skills that must be demonstrated to prove competence It is essential for assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria the range statement and the assessment guidelines of the relevant Training Package

Overview of assessment

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit of competency must be able to identify and describe the role of food nutrients and other food substances in the bodys performance and their application to trichological treatments Knowledge and understanding of nutrition as it relates to trichological treatments must also be demonstrated Knowledge of the relationship between nutrition and the bodys systems as it relates to trichological treatments is also required

Specific evidence requirements

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

knowledge and consistent application of relevant workplace policies and procedures

knowledge and consistent application of federal state and local health and hygiene legislation and regulations

knowledge and consistent application of safe work practices and the safe use of products and electrical equipment including the use of protective measures according to manufacturer safety manuals and occupational health and safety legislation and regulations

knowledge and consistent application of the principles of nutrition as applied to trichological treatments

evaluating client needs and requirements and advising on nutritional needs home care and complementary products

accurately and legibly recording relevant data

Context of assessment

For valid and reliable assessment of this unit competency should be consistently demonstrated over a period of time and observed by the assessor andor the technical expert working in partnership with the assessor The technical expert may include the trichologist andor a nutrition specialist and may be in a simulated environment

Competency should be demonstrated in a simulated workplace environment in a range of situations that may include client interruptions and involvement in other related activities normally expected in the workplace For further guidance on the use of an appropriate simulated environment refer to the Assessment Guidelines in this Training Package

Specific resources for assessment

Competency for this unit should be assessed through access to

relevant documentation such as workplace policy and procedures manuals

relevant learning materials

a qualified workplace assessor or assessment team

Relationship to other units

This unit is a corequisite for a range of trichology units It requires an assessment outcome that includes evidence of the application of knowledge of nutrition to the performance of one or more trichological consultations

none

WRHHSA Perform trichological assessments

WRHHS404A Perform trichological assessments

WRHHSA Develop and apply scalp treatment therapies

WRHHS406A Develop and apply scalp treatment therapies.

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested

Observation of the learner performing a range of tasks in a simulated work environment over sufficient time to demonstrate hisher handling of a range of contingencies Tasks may include

identifying client characteristics and developing a nutritional treatment plan according to client needs

providing advice according to client needs

Written andor oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding of nutrition in relation to the performance of trichological treatments including aftercare advice and relevant legislation

Completing workplace documentation relevant to the provision of trichological treatments

Thirdparty reports from experienced trichology professionals in the workplace

Completion of selfpaced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer coach or supervisor

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

For valid and reliable assessment of this unit evidence should be gathered through a range of methods to indicate consistent performance

It can be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone through an integrated assessment activity or through a combination of both

Evidence should be gathered as part of the learning process

Assessing employability skills

Employability skills are integral to effective performance in the workplace and are broadly consistent across industry sectors How these skills are applied varies between occupations and qualifications due to the different work functions and contexts

Employability skills embedded in this unit should be assessed holistically in the context of the job role and with other relevant units that make up the skill set or qualification

Patients may include:

Relevant legislation may include:

Workplace policies and procedures may include:

Nutritional needs and health problems across the patient's lifespan may include:

Digestive system includes:

Excretory system includes:

Appropriateprofessionals may include:

Nutritional requirements and dietary health problems may include:

Healthy nutritional options may include: