Description ITEC Diploma Advanced Aesthetic Treatments This course is a VTCT (ITEC) Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Aesthetic Treatments BD4D5 Who is the ITEC Diploma Advanced Aesthetic Treatments qualification for? The ITEC Diploma in Advanced Aesthetic Treatments is a Level 4 Diploma gaining a beauty aesthetic qualification aimed at level 3 qualified practitioners aged 18 and over, who wish to add a range of Advanced Aesthetic Treatments to their repertoire of treatment offerings and proceed to employment as a level 4 Aesthetic Practitioner. Because of the flexible nature of the qualification, this qualification is most suitable for anyone wishing to individually tailor the curriculum content that best suits their personal professional development needs. This unique qualification is most suitable for anyone wishing to gain a level 4 qualification in a wide range of advanced aesthetic therapies. ITEC Diploma Advanced Aesthetic Treatments Course Criteria Mandatory Units: Principles, practice and ethics of advanced aesthetic therapies Determine the benefits and limitations of commonly available advanced aesthetic therapiesIdentify the importance of professional conduct and ethical practice in advanced aesthetic therapiesInterpret the key regulations, legislative influences and responsibilities relating to advanced aesthetic therapiesComprehend hygiene issues and infection prevention and control, for advanced aesthetic therapies Investigative consultation for advanced aesthetic therapies Determine how effective communication and professional behaviours contribute to client trustComprehend methods and processes of information gathering and the legal requirements Skin science for advanced aesthetic therapies Comprehend the physiology of skin ageingAnalyse advanced skin assessment Optional Units (Choice of 3) Laser Treatments for Skin Rejuvenation This unit Laser for the use of photo-rejuvenation of the skin. This includes learning skills to treat different skin imperfections.Skin Imperfections include:TelangiectasiaSpider Naevi blood spotsFine linesPhoto ageinguneven pigmentationcolour and textureCampbell de MorganOther body areas with lesions suitable for treatment Provide Radio Frequency Treatments The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ knowledge, understanding and practical skills when completing radio frequency for skin rejuvenation, or to improve the appearance of cellulite.Learners will acquire skills in providing a thorough consultation to establish client suitability for treatment; and also the knowledge on how to formulate a specific treatment plan tailored to suit individual client’s needs.Learners will also be able to provide the client with relevant post-care to maximise treatment results and look after their skin post-treatment. Enhance appearance using High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) Interpret the environmental and safety considerations to be considered when providing HIFU treatmentsComprehend the protocols and guidelines when providing HIFU treatmentsDemonstrate how to consult, plan and prepare for HIFU treatmentDemonstrate how to provide HIFU treatment Provide Skin Needling Treatments Interpret safety considerations when providing cosmetic skin needling treatmentsComprehend how to provide cosmetic skin needling treatmentsComprehend the relevant anatomy, physiology and pathologies for cosmetic skin needling treatmentsDemonstrate how to consult, plan and prepare for cosmetic skin needling treatmentsDemonstrate how to provide cosmetic skin needling treatments Provide Skin Peeling Treatments Interpret safety considerations when providing skin peel treatmentsComprehend how to provide skin peel treatmentsComprehend the relevant anatomy, physiology and pathologies for skin peelingDemonstrate how to consult, plan and prepare for treatmentDemonstrate how to provide skin peel treatments Enhance appearance using Dermaplaning Techniques Interpret the environmental and safety considerations to be considered when providing dermaplaning treatmentsComprehend the protocols and guidelines when providing dermaplaning treatmentsDemonstrate how to consult, plan and prepare for dermaplaning treatmentDemonstrate how to provide dermaplaning treatment IPL Treatments for Skin Rejuvenation This unit teaches IPL for the use of photo-rejuvenation of the skin. This includes learning skills to treat different skin imperfections.Skin Imperfections include:TelangiectasiaSpider Naevi blood spotsFine linesPhoto ageinguneven pigmentationcolour and textureCampbell de MorganOther body areas with lesions suitable for treatment Award in Core of Knowledge for Laser and Light Devices Throughout this qualification, learners will develop knowledge on the characteristics of laser, IPL and LED radiation and skin tissue reaction to laser, IPL and LED application. Additionally learners will cover hazards and precautions, safety management, safe product sourcing, risk assessments, quality assurance and relevant and associated legislation influencing the purchase and use of laser and light devices. Learners will also gain an understanding of the safe working practices required in order to protect themselves and their clients when applying laser and light devices Perform hair growth reduction using Intense Pulsed Light systems IPL treatments for hair removal – to include consultation, skin and hair analysis, recognising contra-indications and contra-actions, carrying out relevant tests prior to treatment and adapting the treatment to the client’s needsIPL treatments for skin rejuvenation – to include consultation, skin analysis (Fitzpatrick scale), recognising contra-indications and contra-actions, carrying out relevant tests prior to treatment and adapting the treatment to the client’s needsManaging health, safety and security in the salon Perform hair growth reduction using Laser Systems Laser treatments for hair removal – to include consultation, skin and hair analysis, recognising contra-indications and contra-actions, carrying out relevant tests prior to treatment and adapting the treatment to the client’s needsLaser treatments for skin rejuvenation – to include consultation, skin analysis (Fitzpatrick scale), recognising contra-indications and contra-actions, carrying out relevant tests prior to treatment and adapting the treatment to the client’s needs • Managing health, safety and security in the salon
