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SHBBBOS006 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Provide superficial lymph massage treatments

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency SHBBBOS006 - Provide superficial lymph massage treatments
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge to provide superficial lymph massage for the treatment of specific skin and body conditions. It requires the ability to interpret a treatment plan, and to select and apply a range of superficial lymph massage techniques. This unit applies to beauty therapists with knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system, the role of the lymphatic system in wound healing, inflammation and oedema and the biology of acne conditions. They provide treatments in beauty therapy or medical cosmetic clinics. Treatment may be performed post-operatively under medical supervision. They exercise judgement in planning and implementing an appropriate treatment program. No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

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 body massage requirements, who have the expectation that the services provided reflect those of a commercial business

relevant organisation documentation:

blank client records

product instructions and safety data sheets

organisational policies and procedures relevant to providing superficial lymph massage.

Assessment must ensure use of:

cleaning and disinfection products and equipment

client gowns or covers

individual workstations consisting of:

adjustable facial couch with safe working access for operator and equipment

magnifying lamp

a professional range of massage/skincare and home care products

treatment towels or linen, or disposable linen.

Assessment activities that allow the individual to:

provide superficial lymph massages 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 therapist for at least three years where they have applied the skills and knowledge of this unit of competency.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Body Services
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Establish client priorities.
  • Access and review client treatment plan if available.
  • Discuss massage requirements and lifestyle factors with client and identify treatment priorities.
  • Review indications for treatment, contraindications and client feedback and modify treatment plan as required.
  • Identify contraindications which prevent treatment and recommend suitable alternative treatments or refer client to appropriate professional as required.
  • Confirm treatment objectives and revised treatment plan with client.
  • Obtain written medical approval as required.
       
Element: Prepare for treatment.
  • Check readiness of treatment area and availability of equipment.
  • Prepare client, equipment and products based on agreed treatment plan.
  • Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process.
       
Element: Provide lymphatic massage.
  • Position self to minimise fatigue and risk of injury.
  • Apply superficial lymph massage routine according to treatment plan.
  • Ensure client modesty and comfort throughout treatment.
  • Maintain infection control procedures throughout treatment.
  • Monitor effects and modify massage appropriately.
  • Apply post treatment products according to manufacturer instructions.
       
Element: Review treatment and provide post treatment advice.
  • Evaluate lymph massage treatment with client.
  • Record outcomes of treatment on client treatment plan.
  • Advise client on expected reactions and provide home care and lifestyle advice.
  • Discuss next treatment and rebook client as required.
  • Complete and store treatment documentation.
       
Element: Clean treatment area.
  • Remove used linen and clean surfaces and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • Restock equipment and products in preparation for next treatment.
  • Dispose of general waste to minimise negative environmental impacts according to organisational policies and procedures.
       
Element: Establish client priorities.
  • Access and review client treatment plan if available.
  • Discuss massage requirements and lifestyle factors with client and identify treatment priorities.
  • Review indications for treatment, contraindications and client feedback and modify treatment plan as required.
  • Identify contraindications which prevent treatment and recommend suitable alternative treatments or refer client to appropriate professional as required.
  • Confirm treatment objectives and revised treatment plan with client.
  • Obtain written medical approval as required.
       
Element: Prepare for treatment.
  • Check readiness of treatment area and availability of equipment.
  • Prepare client, equipment and products based on agreed treatment plan.
  • Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process.
       
Element: Provide lymphatic massage.
  • Position self to minimise fatigue and risk of injury.
  • Apply superficial lymph massage routine according to treatment plan.
  • Ensure client modesty and comfort throughout treatment.
  • Maintain infection control procedures throughout treatment.
  • Monitor effects and modify massage appropriately.
  • Apply post treatment products according to manufacturer instructions.
       
Element: Review treatment and provide post treatment advice.
  • Evaluate lymph massage treatment with client.
  • Record outcomes of treatment on client treatment plan.
  • Advise client on expected reactions and provide home care and lifestyle advice.
  • Discuss next treatment and rebook client as required.
  • Complete and store treatment documentation.
       
Element: Clean treatment area.
  • Remove used linen and clean surfaces and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • Restock equipment and products in preparation for next treatment.
  • Dispose of general waste to minimise negative environmental impacts according to organisational policies and procedures.
       


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.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Establish client priorities.

1.1 Access and review client treatment plan if available.

1.2 Discuss massage requirements and lifestyle factors with client and identify treatment priorities.

1.3 Review indications for treatment, contraindications and client feedback and modify treatment plan as required.

1.4 Identify contraindications which prevent treatment and recommend suitable alternative treatments or refer client to appropriate professional as required.

1.5 Confirm treatment objectives and revised treatment plan with client.

1.6 Obtain written medical approval as required.

2. Prepare for treatment.

2.1 Check readiness of treatment area and availability of equipment.

2.2 Prepare client, equipment and products based on agreed treatment plan.

2.3 Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process.

3. Provide lymphatic massage.

3.1 Position self to minimise fatigue and risk of injury.

3.2 Apply superficial lymph massage routine according to treatment plan.

3.3 Ensure client modesty and comfort throughout treatment.

3.4 Maintain infection control procedures throughout treatment.

3.5 Monitor effects and modify massage appropriately.

3.6 Apply post treatment products according to manufacturer instructions.

4. Review treatment and provide post treatment advice.

4.1 Evaluate lymph massage treatment with client.

4.2 Record outcomes of treatment on client treatment plan.

4.3 Advise client on expected reactions and provide home care and lifestyle advice.

4.4 Discuss next treatment and rebook client as required.

4.5 Complete and store treatment documentation.

5. Clean treatment area.

5.1 Remove used linen and clean surfaces and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.

5.2 Restock equipment and products in preparation for next treatment.

5.3 Dispose of general waste 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:

design, interpret, modify and record a treatment plans for manual superficial lymph massage for the face and body as follows:

body for relaxation or retention of fluid

face to treat any two of the following:

facial oedema

pre and post-operatively

relaxation

scar tissue

acne

rosacea or telangiectstasis

design and provide treatment routines that demonstrate appropriate selection, application and combination of the following superficial lymph massage movements:

correct pressure, direction and stroke pattern

appropriate rhythm, speed and treatment duration

stationary, circle, pump, scoop and rotary movements

present self, according to organisational policy

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, hygiene and skin penetration regulations and requirements relevant to superficial lymph massage treatment

organisational policies and procedures relevant to superficial lymph massage treatment:

client record management

equipment use and maintenance

incident reporting

linen use and laundry

personal hygiene and presentation

presentation of treatment area

waste disposal

work health and safety

legal and insurance liabilities and responsibilities regarding treatments

scope of practice:

when to refer clients to other practitioners

role of complementary therapist and medical practitioner

indications for manual superficial lymph massage:

facial oedema

pre and post-operative

relaxation

scar tissue

acne

rosacea

telangiectstasis

contraindications to manual superficial lymph massage:

raised temperature

disease:

heart

kidney

liver

skin

acute asthma

acute allergies

cancer

contagious disease

organ transplant

hyperthyreosis over the throat area

detailed anatomy and physiology of lymphatic system:

lymphatic pathways

lymph tissue, vessels, nodes, nodules

lymphocytes

lymph composition and formation

the spleen

the thymus

the thoracic duct and the right lymphatic duct

lymphatic circulation

role of lymphatic system in immunity and wound healing

formation of oedema

correct terminology

anatomy and physiology of the skin and skin structures as they relate to superficial lymph massage treatments

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

normal skin response to irritation and trauma

scars, including hypertrophic and keloid (their origin and evolution) and abnormal scar tissue

effects of lymphatic treatments on physical structure of skin

wound healing in different skin types and locations

causes of skin reactions and allergies in regard to treatments.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Establish client priorities.

1.1 Access and review client treatment plan if available.

1.2 Discuss massage requirements and lifestyle factors with client and identify treatment priorities.

1.3 Review indications for treatment, contraindications and client feedback and modify treatment plan as required.

1.4 Identify contraindications which prevent treatment and recommend suitable alternative treatments or refer client to appropriate professional as required.

1.5 Confirm treatment objectives and revised treatment plan with client.

1.6 Obtain written medical approval as required.

2. Prepare for treatment.

2.1 Check readiness of treatment area and availability of equipment.

2.2 Prepare client, equipment and products based on agreed treatment plan.

2.3 Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process.

3. Provide lymphatic massage.

3.1 Position self to minimise fatigue and risk of injury.

3.2 Apply superficial lymph massage routine according to treatment plan.

3.3 Ensure client modesty and comfort throughout treatment.

3.4 Maintain infection control procedures throughout treatment.

3.5 Monitor effects and modify massage appropriately.

3.6 Apply post treatment products according to manufacturer instructions.

4. Review treatment and provide post treatment advice.

4.1 Evaluate lymph massage treatment with client.

4.2 Record outcomes of treatment on client treatment plan.

4.3 Advise client on expected reactions and provide home care and lifestyle advice.

4.4 Discuss next treatment and rebook client as required.

4.5 Complete and store treatment documentation.

5. Clean treatment area.

5.1 Remove used linen and clean surfaces and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.

5.2 Restock equipment and products in preparation for next treatment.

5.3 Dispose of general waste to minimise negative environmental impacts according to organisational policies and procedures.

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
Access and review client treatment plan if available. 
Discuss massage requirements and lifestyle factors with client and identify treatment priorities. 
Review indications for treatment, contraindications and client feedback and modify treatment plan as required. 
Identify contraindications which prevent treatment and recommend suitable alternative treatments or refer client to appropriate professional as required. 
Confirm treatment objectives and revised treatment plan with client. 
Obtain written medical approval as required. 
Check readiness of treatment area and availability of equipment. 
Prepare client, equipment and products based on agreed treatment plan. 
Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process. 
Position self to minimise fatigue and risk of injury. 
Apply superficial lymph massage routine according to treatment plan. 
Ensure client modesty and comfort throughout treatment. 
Maintain infection control procedures throughout treatment. 
Monitor effects and modify massage appropriately. 
Apply post treatment products according to manufacturer instructions. 
Evaluate lymph massage treatment with client. 
Record outcomes of treatment on client treatment plan. 
Advise client on expected reactions and provide home care and lifestyle advice. 
Discuss next treatment and rebook client as required. 
Complete and store treatment documentation. 
Remove used linen and clean surfaces and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Restock equipment and products in preparation for next treatment. 
Dispose of general waste to minimise negative environmental impacts according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Access and review client treatment plan if available. 
Discuss massage requirements and lifestyle factors with client and identify treatment priorities. 
Review indications for treatment, contraindications and client feedback and modify treatment plan as required. 
Identify contraindications which prevent treatment and recommend suitable alternative treatments or refer client to appropriate professional as required. 
Confirm treatment objectives and revised treatment plan with client. 
Obtain written medical approval as required. 
Check readiness of treatment area and availability of equipment. 
Prepare client, equipment and products based on agreed treatment plan. 
Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process. 
Position self to minimise fatigue and risk of injury. 
Apply superficial lymph massage routine according to treatment plan. 
Ensure client modesty and comfort throughout treatment. 
Maintain infection control procedures throughout treatment. 
Monitor effects and modify massage appropriately. 
Apply post treatment products according to manufacturer instructions. 
Evaluate lymph massage treatment with client. 
Record outcomes of treatment on client treatment plan. 
Advise client on expected reactions and provide home care and lifestyle advice. 
Discuss next treatment and rebook client as required. 
Complete and store treatment documentation. 
Remove used linen and clean surfaces and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Restock equipment and products in preparation for next treatment. 
Dispose of general waste to minimise negative environmental impacts according to organisational policies and procedures. 

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