RS28104 – Advanced Facial and Tanning Techniques
Module code
RS28104
Module title
Advanced Facial and Tanning Techniques
Prescription
The purpose of this module is to provide students with the practical skills and knowledge to prepare for advanced facials using electrical based applications to enhance facial treatment. The student will also have the practical skills and knowledge to perform tanning services using chemical and mechanical treatments.
Programmes
- RS0801
NZQA Level
Level 4
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
- Web-Enhanced
Learning hours
- Directed hours
- 110
- Self directed hours
- 40
- Total learning hours
- 150
Resources required
- Learning Outcomes
- On completion of this module students will be able to:
1. Perform a complete electrical facial on clients using electrical applications
2. Explain tanning product chemical makeup and how this works on the skin
3. Explain the waves and laws of physics used in beauty services treatments
4. Explain the use of ultraviolet light and infra-red radiation in beauty services treatments
5. Explain the electrical currents used in the application of beauty services treatments
6. Explain the safe management of the electrical equipment used in the beauty services clinic
7. Electrical currents - galvanic (iontophoresis, desincrustation), faradic, alternating mains supply
8. Perform tanning treatments on clients - Content
- Vacuum suction
Galvanic treatments
Electrical muscle stimulation
High frequency
Vapour zone with or without ozone
Infra-red
Sunbed
Tanning products - Teaching and Learning Strategy
- Demonstration lessons
Practical lessons
Practical application
Theory lectures
Tutorials
Handout notes
Group work
Group discussion
Guided questions and answers
Guest speakers
Work books
Case studies - Evidence of Achievement
- When undertaking this module candidates also undertake an on-line assessment towards the City and Guilds Certificate in Beauty Therapy.
