K1: how to perform advanced consultations for advanced manual and technical therapies to design bespoke treatment plans which include: the factors that can affect the treatment, completion of an in-depth client lifestyle profile; body and skin analysis including type, condition and characteristics; postural analysis and the identification of any postural faults, characteristics, body shapes, lifestyle and health guidance; solutions for improving the condition of the clients’ physical appearance and emotional welfare; specific client risk assessment to establish suitability and indicators for treatment; recognition and management of contra-indications that would prevent or restrict the treatment, the associated risks and the necessary action to take; the types of advice that needs to be provided on expected and possible adverse contra-actions during or after the treatment; recognition and management of expected and adverse contra-actions, the type of remedial action to take if the client experiences discomfort or contra-actions ;referral of clients to other non-health care and health care practitioners and the situations in which this would be required
K2: how to use effective communication methods and strategies to: gain accurate, relevant and detailed information, inform treatment design, build and maintain the clients trust, explain treatment procedure/process, use of visual aids to assist the client's understanding, explain the use and purpose of photographs, explain any physical/equipment sensation and noise, ascertain the clients pain threshold, explain aftercare and post treatment cost such as: costs, time, number of treatments, healing rate and client commitment, provide advice to maximise the benefits of the treatment and reduce the risk of adverse effects or contra-actions, support the retention of clients, take into account client's diverse needs, inclusive of psychological state
K3: when and how to carry out, interpret and record tests (pre-treatment, post treatment and during treatment) (allergy, sensitivity)
K4: organisational operational requirements to meet legal, local rules, industry requirements, treatment protocols, manufacturers' instructions and guidance complying with the Health and Safety at Work act including associated regulations and directives, Local Government ( Miscellaneous Provisions) act, Environmental protection act, legal, local rules, Industry codes of practice, insurance guidelines relating to advanced manual and technical therapy treatments for the safe use of products, tools and equipment
K5: how to securely store, maintain and manage, business, colleague and client information in line with legal, organisational Data Protection regulations in relation to confidentiality
K6: the legal significance of gaining signed, informed consent from the client prior to carrying out the treatment, the legal requirements for providing treatments to minors. The age at which an individual is classed as a minor and how this differs nationally. The requirement for the clients consent before taking photographs and why it is advisable to take photographs of the treatment area pre and post- treatments and how they should be taken
K7: methods recording personal, lifestyle, medical and treatment information accurately using manual or electronic methods
K8: how to maintain safe and effective methods of working in relation to: specific legislation and responsibilities for health and safety related to manual and technical therapies; personal hygiene, protection and presentation; the position the client and therapist and how this can affect the desired outcome and reduce fatigue and the risk of injury; the different types of work-related injuries associated with manual and technical therapies; the necessary environmental conditions for treatments, such as heating and ventilation and why these are important; methods of cleaning, disinfection and sterilization; methods of working safely and hygienically to avoid direct and indirect cross-infection; the hazards and risks associated with manual and technical therapies and how these can be minimized; environmental and sustainable working practices; the legal requirements for waste disposal; safeguarding; lone working; inoculations in relation to personal protection (blood and air)
K9: how to prepare a client for advanced manual and technical therapies and why it is important to maintain client's discretion, modesty and privacy
K10: methods of checking and maintaining client comfort, care and well-being and the importance of agreeing a realistic treatment that meets the client's needs. The importance of ensuring the client has post-treatment recovery time
K11: how and when to perform, implement and complete risk assessment protocols in relation to the environment, treatment and client risk. How specific client risk assessment can affect the outcome and treatment recommendations provided
K12: how to create an advanced treatment plan that meets legal and organisational operations
K13: the correct use and adaptation of advanced manual therapy techniques, inclusive of Swedish massage, to meet a variety of treatment objectives. The procedures and reasons for establishing suitability for treatment by using appropriate testing methods. How to select and utilise advanced manual therapies equipment, media and techniques to achieve maximum benefits for the client. How other parts of the body can be utilised for advanced manual therapies and the benefits of incorporating those techniques in treatment applications
K14: the physical and psychological effects of advanced manual therapies, the effects of advanced manual therapies on individual systems of the body, the selection, use and effects of advanced manual therapies mediums, products and equipment for current advanced manual therapies. How to complete bespoke advanced manual therapy treatment plans. How the advanced manual therapies techniques, sequence, depth and pressure can be adapted to suit different client physical characteristics
K15: how to design, implement, perform and adapt advanced facial technical (electrical or mechanical) therapy treatments, singularly or as a course to improve and maintain facial contour and muscle condition and increase lymphatic drainage, to improve face, neck and shoulder skin condition, to meet the client’s needs and expectations. To include the following advanced facial technical electrical or mechanical techniques/current types: galvanic, micro-current, microdermabrasion, low intensity LED light (below 500mW), skin warming devices, high frequency, radio frequency, lymphatic drainage equipment
K16: how to design, implement, perform and adapt advanced body technical (electrical or mechanical) therapy treatments, singularly or as a course to improve and maintain body contour and muscle tone, increase lymphatic drainage and improve skin condition to meet the client’s needs and expectations. To include the following advanced body technical (electrical or mechanical) techniques/current types: galvanic, micro-current, low intensity LED light (below 500mW), high frequency, radio frequency, skin warming devices, high/radio frequency, electrical muscle stimulation and lymphatic drainage equipment
K17: the types of treatments that could be given before, in conjunction with or after other treatments
K18: the principles of electrical current types used in the facial and body technical therapies inclusive of the electromagnetic spectrum and wavelength, its boundaries, limitations and uses
K19: the effects of different technical therapy equipment, their uses, restrictions and benefits when used individually or in combination (singular or as courses of treatment)
K20: the possible expected or adverse contra-actions which may occur, how to deal with them and what advice to give to clients
K21: the different types of products, tools and equipment that can be used for advanced technical therapies, created, their uses, benefits, purpose, effects, suitability, limitations and restrictions
K22: how to select, use and adapt the products, tools, equipment and treatment duration to suit the client's skin type, body type, body condition, sensitivity and tolerance
K23: the environmental and lifestyle factors that impact the human body, systems and their effects on the ageing process
K24: problems that may occur during treatment, how to resolve them, when and who to approach for advice and support
K25: how to adapt advanced manual therapy treatments to suit different treatment objectives and treatment areas. The areas of the face, scalp and body characteristics needing particular care when undertaking advanced manual therapy treatments
K26: how to ensure the finished result is to the client's satisfaction and meets the agreed treatment objectives
K27: the types of post treatment advice and recommendations to include: post treatment and follow- up procedures; aftercare products; avoidance of activities that may cause contra-actions or that reduce treatment benefits; time intervals between treatments; present and future products and homecare routines/ treatments (link selling and long-term treatment planning inclusive of lifestyle and health guidance)
K28: how to evaluate the treatment outcome in order to inform further treatment recommendations
K29: how to recognise the difference between contra-actions and those which are a result of poor practice
K30: the principles of promoting and selling products, services and treatments to include: the benefits of promoting products and services, communication skills and behaviours that support the promotion and selling of products, services and treatments, promotion and sales techniques to enhance the client experience and overall treatment results; the sales cycle, retail and trades legislation
K31: different types of promotional activities that can be used to increase sales and how to promote sales and additional products, services and treatments to new and existing clients
K32: how to adjust performance to meet targets consistently and within the agreed timescale by reviewing and recording progress
K33: how to develop and maintain salon procedures to safely control work operations, the management of salon business systems and processes including: successful business planning, financial effectiveness, promotional and marketing activities, team development, salon operations,, supporting client service improvements, problem solving, practice time and self-management principles
K34: supervisory strategies used to coordinate and organise individual and team activities, whilst maintaining good working relationships with individuals and team members
K35: what constitutes continuing professional development (CPD) within beauty industry and broader sector. Why and how to access CPD and the importance of keeping up to date
K36: the organisation of the body and the structure and functions of cells, tissues, organs and systems: anatomical regions and related terms, structure of a cell and division, functions of a cell, structure and types of tissues and pathologies related to the cells and tissues, organs and systems of the human body
K37: the structure and function of the skin, nails and hair: anatomical structure and functions of the skin, anatomical structure and functions of the nail, anatomical structure and functions of the hair, pathologies related to the skin, nails and hair
K38: the structure and functions of the skeletal system: classification and structure of the skeletal system, functions of the skeletal system, location of bones of the skeleton, types of joints and movement, pathologies of the skeletal system
K39: the structure and functions of the muscular system: classification and structure of the muscular system, functions of the muscular system, location and action of the primary muscles of the face and body, pathologies of the muscular system
K40: the structure and functions of the cardiovascular system: structure of the cardiovascular system, composition and functions of the blood, primary blood vessels of the body, pathologies of the cardiovascular system
K41: the structure and functions of the lymphatic system: structure and functions of the lymphatic system, structure and functions of the lymphatic organs, location of lymphatic nodes and ducts, pathologies related to the lymphatic system
K42: the structure and functions of the nervous system: structure and functions of the central and autonomic nervous systems, pathologies of the nervous systems
K43: the structure and functions of the respiratory system: structure and functions of the respiratory system, pathologies of the respiratory system
K44: the structure and functions of the digestive system: structure and functions of digestive system, processes of digestion, pathologies of the digestive system
K45: the structure and functions of the endocrine system: structure and functions of the endocrine system, common pathologies of the endocrine system
K46: the structure and functions of the renal and reproductive systems: structure and functions of the renal system, structure and functions of the reproductive system, key stages of the human reproductive cycle
K47: the anatomical systems, their interdependence and the effects on each of the systems independently and combined when completing advanced manual, technical therapies
K48: the anatomical physiology and factors that affect normal and abnormal hair growth inclusive of the hair growth cycle and hair type
