Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Clients may include:
new or regular clients with routine or special needs
people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with varying physical and mental abilities.
Equipment must include:
hand file
table light
brushes
scissors
tweezers
dotter.
Equipment may include:
electric file
table with air venting facility
marbilizer
room air ventilator.
Relevant legislation and codes may include:
federal, state or territory, and local health and hygiene regulations
occupational health and safety regulations
industry codes of practice.
Workplace policies and procedures may include:
health and hygiene
workplace product range and manufacturer instructions
environmental protection practices, such as:
methods of venting air
temperature and air currents
waste minimisation
recycling
reuse
energy efficiency, e.g. electricity saving devices and practices
waste disposal
resource management
water efficiency
workplace time frame allocated for service
workplace safety when using nail chemicals.
Treatment plan may include:
range and variety of nail art
design structure and layout
colour selection
tools and equipment
follow-up procedures.
Maintenance requirements may include:
retouching
nail art top coat or sealant.
Contraindications may include:
bacterial, viral or fungal infections
warts
inflamed skin
visible non-normal nails
rashes
blisters.
Appropriate professional may include:
medical practitioner
complementary therapist.
Nail art products may include:
adornments
jewellery
gel coverings
water decals
adhesive backed tape and decals
rhinestones.
Treatment waste may include:
desk mats
waste water
polish remover pads or wipes.
Product recommendations may include:
cuticle oil or cream
nail polish
polish remover
hand cream
jewellery drill
other available styles of nail decorations, such as:
coloured gel or acrylic
mixed media or embedded art
three-dimensional gel or acrylic.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
analysing clients' nail condition, colour and design requirements and applying nail art to meet their needs
interpreting and applying manufacturer instructions and safety data for use of products, tools and equipment
applying effective questioning and active listening techniques to consult, reassure and negotiate with clients, while maintaining discretion and confidentiality
effective time management of nail art services
providing clients with advice on future treatments, home care and complementary products.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
that competency is consistently demonstrated over a period of time and observed by the assessor or the technical expert working in partnership with the assessor as described in the Assessment Guidelines
that competency is demonstrated in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment in a range of real work situations which may include client interruptions and involvement in other related activities normally expected in the workplace.
Assessment must ensure access to:
a fully equipped artificial nail art services area, which includes as a minimum:
manicure table
operator chair
client chair
nail table lamp
electric file or hand file
variety of nail art brushes
scissors
hand files
tweezers
marbilizer
dotter
range of products from a professional nail art range
appropriate cleaning and disinfection products and equipment
relevant workplace documentation including:
manufacturer's equipment instructions
product instructions
manufacturer safety data sheets
workplace policies and procedures manuals
a range of clients with different nail art requirements.
For further guidance on the use of an appropriate simulated environment, refer to the Assessment Guidelines in this Training Package.
Methods of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of learners performing a range of tasks in an actual or simulated work environment, over sufficient time to demonstrate the ability to handle a range of contingencies, including:
selecting nail art products according to agreed treatment plan
safely applying nail art products according to manufacturer instructions
advising clients on maintenance requirements for decorated nails
disposing of waste according to policies and procedures
written and oral questioning appropriate to the language and literacy level of the learner, to assess knowledge and understanding of provision of nail art services, including maintenance advice and relevant legislation
completion of self-paced learning materials, including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SIBBNLS202A Provide manicure and pedicare services
SIBBNLS203A Apply ultraviolet gel nail enhancement
SIBBNLS204A Apply acrylic nail enhancement.