The CIBTAC / SDTC Partnership CSDD04 CIBTAC Level 4 Diploma in Skin Studies and Clinical Aesthetics Qualification Specification QAN 603/0169/7 V2: August 2016
Contents Contents... 1 1. CIBTAC / SDTC PARTNERSHIP... 1 2. Introduction to CIBTAC qualifications... 2 3. The Level of the Diploma... 2 4. The Purpose of the Level 4 Diploma... 3 5. Aims of the Level 4 Diploma... 3 6. The Objectives of the level 4 Diploma... 6 7. Progression... 9 8. Strategy for Delivery... 10 9. Assessment Strategy... 10 10. Grading Scheme... 12 11. Initial Assessment and Induction... 13 12. Entry Requirements... 13 13. Accredited Prior Learning (APL) and Accredited Prior Experiential Learning APEL... 14 14. Qualification time constraints... 14 16. Centre Requirements... 14 17. Certification... 15 18. The Certificate Syllabus... 15 19. Mapping to other Educational Frameworks... 16 20. CIBTAC Policies... 16 Contact Details 1. CIBTAC / SDTC PARTNERSHIP 1.1. The Confederation of International Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (CIBTAC) was established in 1977 as the education arm of The British Association of Beauty Therapy and Page 1 of 18
Cosmetology (BABTAC). We are a not-for-profit organization, continually reinvesting our income for the benefit of our accredited centres and their candidates. 1.2. Sally Durant Training and Consultancy (SDTC) was established in 2009 with the aim of creating a portfolio of accredited higher level qualifications for the advanced beauty therapy and medical aesthetic sectors of the industry. Having worked closely with BABTAC, CIBTAC and the Sector Skills Council HABIA we now have a series of Level 4 qualifications in advanced skin study and clinical aesthetic practices. These qualifications are in line with 2016 sector national occupational standards and government recommendations via Health Education England (HEE) for new qualification standards for non-surgical cosmetic interventions (Published January 8 th 2016). 2. Introduction to CIBTAC qualifications 2.1. Each of our courses is developed through our close relationships with Government Agencies and employers from around the world, ensuring they are tailored to provide for the requirements of the international Industry. Many of our centres have been with CIBTAC for more than 30 years and their qualifying Graduates are sought after by first-rate employers because they are both educated to a high level and are, salon ready. 2.2. Our qualifications are challenging, but highly attainable and designed to ensure an exceptional quality of Graduate is entering the sector whilst providing a flexible learning structure that allows each individual to design their portfolio of qualifications depending on their career aspirations. Qualifications are recognised by the British Government Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) which is often used to support local Governments qualifications throughout the world to enable international recognition for the learner. 3. The Level of the Diploma 3.1. The qualification is positioned at Level 4 in the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). The level 4 Diploma in Advanced Skin Studies and Clinical Aesthetics provides Core Knowledge for Aesthetic Practice and Advanced Skin Science, and investigative consultation and advanced skin assessment in conjunction with practical competence for Chemical Skin Peeling, Micro-Needling and Blemish Removal by Thermolysis and Cryotherapy. The qualification is fit for purpose for both the aesthetic therapist and medical practitioner. (Learners will practice within their specific professional parameters). 3.2. A learner studying a level 4 programme will be able to demonstrate the following: Page 2 of 18
Knowledge descriptor (the holder) Skills Descriptor (holder can) 1 Has factual, procedural and theoretical knowledge Identify, select and use appropriate cognitive and understanding of a subject or field of work to and practical skills, methods and procedures complete tasks and address problems while welldefined, to address problems that while well-defined, may be complex and non-routine. may be complex and non-routine. Can interpret and evaluate relevant information and Use appropriate investigation to inform ideas. actions. Is aware of the nature of the area of study or work Review how effective methods and actions Is aware of different perspectives or approaches have been within the area of study or work 4. The Purpose of the Level 4 Diploma 4.1. The Level 4 Diploma is a practical and knowledge-based qualification. It is aimed at equipping the learner with the practical skill, core underpinning knowledge and understanding required to carry out non-surgical clinical aesthetic treatments, within beauty salons, skin clinics and medispas. Existing clinical aesthetics practitioners may also wish to take this qualification as a way of advancing their knowledge and practical skill and of extending their portfolio of qualifications to include higher level learning in line with current government recommendations (HEE report Jan 2106) and the 2016 NOS. The Diploma has been identified by; employers, professional bodies, government bodies and insurers, as the most appropriate for working as an aesthetic therapist or clinical aesthetics practitioner. However, there are some CPD courses that can enhance the knowledge learnt to ensure that the qualified practitioner remains current and at the forefront of the industry. 5. Aims of the Level 4 Diploma 5.1. The Level 4 Diploma provides learners with the knowledge and skills to carry out professional, ethical, safe and effective non-surgical clinical aesthetic treatments, specifically Chemical Skin Peeling, Micro-Needling and Blemish Removal by Thermolysis and Cryotherapy, in line with government recommendations. 5.2. The aim of the Level 4 Diploma in Skin Science and Clinical Aesthetics is to: I. Provide learners with a challenging qualification that will enable them to gain the advanced knowledge required for work as a non-surgical aesthetic practitioner. II. Provide learners with the opportunity to recognise the changing industry and the opportunities for personal and economic progression that exist within it. 1 Regulated Qualifications Framework condition E9 Page 3 of 18
III. IV. Provide learners with practical skill competency for the provision of Chemical Skin Peeling treatment, Micro-Needling treatment and Blemish Removal Treatment by thermolysis and cryotherapy and advanced knowledge that underpins professional, ethical, safe and effective non-surgical, clinical aesthetic practice, enhancing the safety of the public in line with UK government recommendations. Provide learners with the knowledge and terminology required to work confidently and effectively within the aesthetics sector. V. Enable learners to make knowledgeable and confident treatment decisions in the VI. VII. VIII. IX. workplace Encourage learners to contextualise knowledge, reflect and adapt to ensure professional, ethical, safe and effective practice. Provide opportunities for learners to develop the necessary knowledge and understanding to progress to higher levels of qualification and practice, in line with UK government recommendations. Encourage wider learning of the aesthetics sector. To provide a broad insight into the treatment modalities, practices and cosmeceutical products used in the medispa sector. Learning outcomes for the Diploma 5.3. The Learning Outcomes for the diploma are shown below; Practical elements of the diploma will enable learners to: I. Communicate and behave professionally, respectfully and effectively at all times. II. Provide client care services. III. Prepare for ethical, safe and effective Chemical Skin Peeling treatments, Micro-Needling treatments, and Blemish Removal Treatments by Thermolysis and Cryotherapy. IV. Provide ethical, safe and effective Chemical Skin Peeling treatments, Micro-Needling treatments, and Blemish Removal Treatments by Thermolysis and Cryotherapy. ensuring maintenance of health and safety practices, security and emergency procedures. V. Document and conclude treatments in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements. Knowledge elements of the diploma will enable learners to: I. Understand the medispa environment and the work of medical and non-medical aesthetic practitioners. II. Understand current legislation, Insurance requirements, government recommendations and procedures relating to non-surgical aesthetic practice. Page 4 of 18
III. Understand the principles of microbiology and infection control in relation to common infections with specific reference to those affecting the skin. IV. Understand the basic principles of pathology, biochemistry, pharmacology and biophysics as relevant to non-surgical aesthetic practice. V. Understand consultation, informed and request for treatment consent and preparation of the client/patient. VI. Understand essential anatomy and physiology. VII. Understand advanced skin science and the relevance to facial aesthetic treatment. VIII. Understand advanced knowledge of the wound healing process and the relevance to facial aesthetic treatment. IX. Understand the physiology of skin ageing and the relevance to facial aesthetic treatment. X. Understand investigative consultation and advanced skin assessment and contextualise the importance to aesthetic treatment. XI. Understand the primary skin types and secondary skin conditions and the methods of advanced skin assessment. XII. Carry out investigative consultation and advanced skin assessment and reflect and contextualise the information to devise safe, effective and ethical skin treatment programmes. XIII. Understand the origins of chemical peeling and the current practice trends. XIV. Understand treatment indications, effects and benefits, contraindications and the factors that compromise and assist the healing process. XV. Understand the characteristics and behavior of the actives used for Chemical Skin Peeling. XVI. Understand anatomy and physiology and the wound healing process as it relates to Chemical Skin Peeling. XVII. Understand the factors that determine the depth and effects of chemical peels. XVIII. Understand the practical requirements for safe and effective Chemical Skin Peeling XIX. Understand the effects and benefits of Micro-Needling and the conditions that can be treated and those that are contraindicated. XX. Understand the characteristics and effects of equipment and products required for Micro- Needling treatments. XXI. Understand anatomy and physiology as it relates to Micro-Needling. XXII. Understand the practical requirements for safe and effective Micro-Needling Treatment. XXIII. Understand the characteristics of equipment required for blemish removal treatment. XXIV. Understand anatomy and physiology, skin types and conditions as the relevance to blemish removal treatment. XXV. Understand the practical requirements for safe and effective blemish removal treatment. XXVI. Understand the wider medispa sector outside of own practice XXVII. Reflect on CPD opportunities in the medispa sector XXVIII. Explain the benefits and limitations of treatments and products available to clients and discuss potential future developments in the sector Page 5 of 18
6. The Objectives of the level 4 Diploma 6.1. On completion of the Level 4 Diploma learners will be able to: i) Explain what is meant by the terms aesthetics and medispa and the principles and practices it represents. ii) Explain the career pathways and business development opportunities within the medispa sector. iii) Explain current legal, insurance and government guidelines for the preparation and delivery of clinical aesthetic practices. iv) Explain the importance of working in line with organisational procedures. v) Explain the importance of evidence based practice. vi) Explain Clinical Governance and Accountability. vii) Describe different forms of microorganism, their histology and mode of contamination with specific relevance to the aesthetic practitioner. viii) Explain methods of control for common infections and the principles of selection. ix) Give the definition and explain the relevance of Pathology, Biochemistry Pharmacology, Biophysics to the aesthetics practitioner. x) Explain in overview the information to be acquired from the client prior to aesthetic procedures. xi) Explain in overview the information to be given to the client prior to aesthetic procedures. xii) Explain the basic principles of emotional support for patients/ clients seeking cosmetic procedure. xiii) Explain the generic contraindications to clinical aesthetic treatments. xiv) Explain the protocols for referring a client to a doctor or other medical clinician for treatment approval or guidance. xv) Explain the importance of anaphylaxis awareness, the principles of life support and the client / patient use of an Epipen. xvi) Describe the procedures for taking clinical photographs. xvii) Explain skin anatomy and the basic principles of the wound healing response and relevance to the facial aesthetics practitioner. xviii) Explain the basic principles of the hair, the hair follicle and the hair growth cycle and relevance to the facial aesthetics practitioner. xix) Explain the basic principles and characteristics of the endocrine systems, its glands and hormones and relevance to the facial aesthetics practitioner xx) Explain the basic principles of the cardiovascular system and relevance to the facial aesthetics practitioner. xxi) Explain the basic principles of the lymphatic system and relevance to the facial aesthetics practitioner. xxii) Explain the basic principles of the nervous system and relevance to the facial aesthetics practitioner Page 6 of 18
xxiii) xxiv) xxv) Explain the basic principles of the musculature system and the muscles of the face, neck and shoulder girdle. Explain the basic principles of the skeletal system and the bones of the skull and face. Describe the basic principles of the physiological changes associated with skin ageing. xxvi) Describe the signs and symptoms of an ageing skin. xxvii) Give an overview of the influences on the healing capacity of an ageing skin. xxviii) Explain the sources and effects of antioxidants on skin health. xxix) Give an overview explanation of the effects of lifestyle on the skin and free radical attack. xxx) xxxi) xxxii) xxxiii) xxxiv) xxxv) xxxvi) Explain the causes and effects of dehydration on the skin. Explain how ageing effects the skin healing response and the principles of skin regenerative treatments. Explain the signs and symptoms of Adult Acne. State the meaning of the terms Investigative Consultation and advanced skin assessment. Explain the requirements of the Data Protection Act 1998 as it relates to clinical aesthetics practice Explain the preparations required for Investigative Consultation and Advanced Skin Assessment. Evaluate the consultation and assessment documentation and analyse what can be deduced from a thorough interpretation of client personal information. xxxvii) Explain free radicals, free radical damage in the skin and the effects of antioxidants. xxxviii) Analyse the questions required for a thorough investigative consultation of lifestyle xxxix) xl) xli) xlii) xliii) xliv) xlv) xlvi) xlvii) xlviii) xlix) influences on the skin. Consider the questions required for a thorough investigative consultation of medical history and general health for establishing the consultation outcome and likely treatment outcome. Evaluate the causes, characteristics and needs of the five primary skin types. Evaluate the causes, characteristics and needs of the secondary skin conditions. Explain the manual methods of assessment that can be used to ascertain skin condition. Explain the visual characteristics and physiological alterations associated with skin ageing and imbalance. Analyse the use of advanced skin assessment equipment and classification scales. Carry out investigative Consultation and Advanced Skin Assessment, evaluate the client information and devise appropriate skin treatment programmes. Explain the origins of chemical peeling and current practice trends. Explain the key /core effects and benefits of peeling treatment. Explain contraindicated conditions and factors that will compromise post treatment healing Explain the types of chemical peel agents. l) Explain anatomy and physiology as it relates to Chemical Skin Peeling. li) Explain wound healing and the factors that both compromise and reinforce the process and the relevance for consultation. Page 7 of 18
lii) Explain the classification of peel types and the factors that will influence the strength of a peel formulation. liii) liv) lv) lvi) lvii) Explain the concept of skin frosting, coagulation, ablation, re-epithelialisation. Evaluate the considerations for preparation of the skin and peel application considerations Explain generic peel procedures. Evaluate the considerations for aftercare advise. Evaluate adverse reactions, possible peel complications and how to reduce the potential for adverse reactions. lviii) lix) lx) lxi) lxii) lxiii) lxiv) lxv) lxvi) lxvii) lxviii) Explain the preparations required for safe and effective Chemical Skin Peeling treatment. Explain the requirements for the provision of safe and effective treatment. Explain the physiological effects of Micro-Needling. Explain the comparative advantages of Micro-Needling with other common clinical treatments. Explain the causes characteristics of conditions to be treated. Explain the characteristics and causes of contraindicated conditions. Explain the consequences of treating contraindicated conditions. Explain the characteristics and effects of the equipment required for Micro-Needling. Explain the characteristics and effects of the products to be recommended. Explain anatomy and physiology as it relates to Micro-Needling. Explain wound healing and the factors that both compromise and reinforce the process and the relevance for consultation. lxix) lxx) lxxi) lxxii) lxxiii) Explain the Preparations required for safe and effective Micro-Needling treatment. Explain the requirements for the provision of safe and effective treatment. Explain dermatological terminology. Explain the causes and characteristics of common blemishes. Explain the types of blemishes that cannot be treated, those that can be treated and where GP approval is appropriate. lxxiv) lxxv) lxxvi) lxxvii) Explain the characteristics and causes of contraindicated conditions. Explain the consequences of treating contraindicated conditions. Explain the characteristics and effects of blemish removal equipment. Explain pertinent anatomy and physiology and evaluate the relevance for blemish removal treatment. lxxviii) Explain the characteristics of the main skin types and evaluate the relevance for blemish removal treatment. lxxix) lxxx) lxxxi) lxxxii) Explain the preparations required for safe and effective blemish removal treatment. Explain the requirements for the provision of safe and effective treatment. Understand the wider medispa sector outside of own practice Reflect on CPD opportunities in the medispa sector lxxxiii) Explain the benefits and limitations of treatments and products available to clients and discuss potential future developments in the sector Page 8 of 18
7. Progression 7.1 The CIBTAC/SDTC Level 4 Diploma in Skin Science and Advanced Skin Studies and Clinical Aesthetics has been designed as a progression pathway from Level 2 and Level 3 Certificates and Diplomas in beauty therapy and for those with medical or other appropriate qualifications as outlined in the HEE government recommendations made January 2016. Achievement of the Diploma will also provide progression to Level 5 courses in advanced aesthetic treatments. Structure of the Diploma 7.1. The Dipoma is made up from 6 mandatory units. 7.2. The Core (mandatory) units are as follows; Mandatory units UAN number Unit code Credit GLH value Core Knowledge for Aesthetic Practice A/615/0637 SDT01 12 92 Advanced Skin Science F/615/0638 SDT02 9 65 Provide Investigative Consultation and Advanced Skin Assessment J/615/0639 SDT03 10 75 Provide Chemical Skin Peeling Treatment A/615/0640 SDP01 14 102 Provide Micro-Needling Treatment J/615/0642 SDP02 14 102 Blemish Removal Treatment by Thermolysis and Cryotherapy L/615/0643 SDP03 14 106 Principles and Practice of the Medispa Sector Y/615/1004 SDT04 5 32 78 574 Totals TQT 768 8.3 There are no optional units of study for this diploma 8.4 It will not be possible to recognise units from other courses. Page 9 of 18
8. Strategy for Delivery 8.1. The strategy for delivery of the unit that makes-up the level 4 Diploma is based upon practical and theory sessions. 8.2. This course is a seven - unit course. Each unit is spit into a number of separate modules. 8.3. This program is a blended learning unit that is usually delivered through on-line distance learning modules with face to face delivery of practical skill but delivery of the program may vary according to the centre and may be delivered in any format that supports the Total Qualification Time (TQT) of 768 hours. The Level 4 Diploma has a total minimum number of 574 GLH hours. This may include training workshops or seminars, e-learning, distance learning or self-study. 9. Assessment Strategy 10.1 CIBTAC/SDTC qualifications are assessed through both internal assessment carried out by the delivering centre and external assessment strategy carried out by CIBTAC examiners at the delivering centre, as below: 10.2 The assessment methodology for the Level 4 Certificate consists of 7 parts, namely; internally assessed multiple choice question papers (MCQs), workbook, case study completion, practical assessments and assignments, and externally assessed practical examination and MCQ test. Internal Assessment Strategy- 1. Underpinning Knowledge for this Level 4 Certificate will be assessed in the first instance through a series of consolidation and formative Multiple Choice Question Tests. There will be one test per module in all units of the course, which will be delivered through the bespoke on line platform. They will be completed and marked automatically on-line, following each module of study. Tests will be timed. The timing allocated for each test will be detailed through the on line delivery platform. Learners will need to pass each test. Each test has a pass mark of 60%. After the test has been submitted % marks are provided instantaneously to the learner through the on line system. Tests will be graded. See the table 11.1. Learners will be expected to notify the course tutor at the delivering centre of their grades for each and every test and record their grades on the mapping sheet provided in the portfolio. Candidates not reaching the 60% pass mark will need to take another test. Second tests will assess the same content but questions will vary. Should a learner not reach the 60% mark on the second test a third and final test will be given. Candidates not reaching 60% on the third attempt will be required to re-start the unit. Page 10 of 18
It will be the responsibility of the delivering centre to provide appropriate learner support to assist all learners through this stage of the assessment process. Centres must be tracking learner success and give additional support to learners who are needing to re-sit tests. After this time centres may use oral questioning or written questions to ensure knowledge of the unit content is complete. Oral question and answers will need to be documented. Evidence of this part of the assessment process must be captured in the course portfolio. 2. Underpinning Knowledge for this Level 4 Certificate will also be assessed through the completion of course workbook for units ST02, SDT03, SDP01, SDP02 and SDP03, and written assignments for the units SDT01 and SDT04 The workbooks can be completed on-line or they can be printed by the delivering centre and completed as a hard copy document. Learners must forward completed workbooks to internal assessors for marking. The workbook will be marked internally by delivering centre assessors and sampled by the CIBTAC examiners. The workbook and marking evidence must be presented in the course portfolio. The unit SDT01- Core Knowledge for Aesthetic Practice, will be assessed through written assignments. These assignments will be marked internally by qualified tutors and sampled by the CIBTAC examiners at the end examination date. Unit SDT04, if taken, will be assessed by the completion of two written assignments which will be assessed internally and verified by CIBTAC examiners. 3. Practical skill competency will be assessed by the delivering centre assessors. Learners will take part in practical sessions at which skill competencies will be taught and internal assessment will take place to prepare learners for the end practical examination conducted by CIBTAC external examiners. Evidence for skill learning and assessment must be captured in the course portfolio. 4. Learners will complete a course case study for blemish removal by chemical peeling, microneedling and thermolysis and cryotherapy evidencing further treatments and contextualised knowledge. Case study requirements will be outlined by the delivering centre assessors. 5. Learners will compile a course portfolio in which all the assessment evidence will be captured. All portfolios must have been checked and the assessment content marked by the delivering centre before they are presented to the CIBTAC examiner. The course portfolio will need to be presented to the CIBTAC examiner at the end of course examination. The external examiner will sample portfolios. Page 11 of 18
External Assessment Strategy. 6. Underpinning Knowledge for this Level 4 Certificate will be also be assessed through; A synoptic end of course MCQ test paper that will be taken on the end of course examination date. This will be marked externally by CIBTAC. Sampling of the course portfolio by CIBTAC examiners. The features of the final external MCQ tests are: a. The format of the MCQ test will be determined by the domain of learning (Knowledge, Understanding, and Application) on which the learner is to be assessed. b. The MCQ test will consist of questions to cover knowledge of the unit content. c. The MCQ test will be composed of 90 questions d. Each MCQ paper will be composed of MCQs with 1 correct answer and 3 distractors. e. The MCQ paper will have a maximum of 2 hours 15 minutes in which it can be completed. f. Learners will be expected to gain a minimum of 60% in the final external MCQ test. The final external MCQ test may be attempted a further two times within two years. If not successfully completed in this time, the candidate will be required to repeat the diploma. g. MCQ test results will be graded - See table 11.1 for grade boundaries. Results of MCQ assessment will be made available within 6 weeks following the exam date. 7. Practical skill competency of units will be assessed through; Observation and assessment at an end of course examination. (This will be the same date as the end of course MCQ test paper). All skill competencies will be assessed on the final examination day. Schedules will be provided by the delivering centre and checked by the CIBTAC examiners. CIBTAC examiners reserve the right to decide the order of events of the final examination day. Practical skill observed on the final examination date will be graded- See table 11.1 for grade boundaries. 10. Grading Scheme 11.1 This is a blended learning unit with both knowledge and practical elements. Knowledge elements will be assessed through an external end of course MCQ examination and practical skill competency through and end of course observed examination. The grades given will encompass both written and practical examinations and can be achieved as shown below. Page 12 of 18
Written Practical 60% Pass 60% Pass 75% Merit 75% Merit 85% Distinction 85% Distinction 11. Initial Assessment and Induction 11.1. Approved centres will need to undertake an initial assessment of each learner prior to the start of their programme to make sure that the level and type of qualification is appropriate. The initial assessment should identify any specific needs that the learner may have and the support and guidance they will require when working towards the achievement of their qualification. CIBTAC/SDTC recommends that learners have an interview (face to face or over the telephone/ skype) and undertake a relevant induction programme to familiarise them with the requirements of the qualification they will be undertaking, their responsibilities as learners and the responsibilities of the approved centre. A learning contract or professional development plan may be useful in this respect. 12. Entry Requirements 13.1 Learners would usually be working in the beauty / aesthetics industry, be a nurse, doctor or other health care professional or aspiring to work in the aesthetics sector and are required to be over 18 years of age before commencing unit SDP01, SDP02 and SDP03. Learners would be expected to possess: 5 GCSEs at grade C and above including Maths, English and a Core Science Plus one of the following, recognizing the value of non-traditional vocational qualifications in this field: One A-Level or equivalent, A level 3 accredited qualification from an Awarding Organisation in a relevant subject, e.g. Beauty Therapy, Access course Skills for Health bridging programme Level 2 Award in Provide Facial Skincare, For candidates who have not achieved secondary education-level qualifications, work experience may count toward entry, e.g. through submission of a portfolio of evidence, but prior work experience should not be a requirement for entry. Applicants must demonstrate ability to study at level 4. Page 13 of 18
If English is not the applicant s first language, an English language level of International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 6.5 or 7.0 (depending on the education provider s requirements) in all components or equivalent will be required. Centres will be expected to ensure that the individual values and behaviour of students/trainees selected for entry support the delivery of excellent client/patient care and experience, e.g. through demonstrating openness, candour, compassion, integrity and honesty. The application process for those entering the programme at level 4 should include an interview, and recruitment processes must involve industry or clinical experts who understand the procedures being delivered and the needs of patients/clients. In the case of regulated health professionals, the recruitment and selection process should include a registration check to ensure that there are no outstanding fitness to practice issues. 13. Accredited Prior Learning (APL) and Accredited Prior Experiential Learning APEL 14.1 Approved centres should provide appropriate advice and guidance to learners seeking exemptions as a result of prior learning and experience. 14.2 Each candidate is responsible for preparing each case of RPL or experience. 14.3 The Head of Training at the Centre is responsible for providing the outcome in writing to each candidate. Each claim should be verified by a CIBTAC examiner or the CIBTAC Education Development Officer. 14. Qualification time constraints 15.1 CIBTAC offers a lifetime registration fee. Learners are allocated a Unique CIBTAC ID and this will appear on all certificates. 15.2 Learners have 3 years to complete a full qualification, subject to it being offered by an approved centre; however, it is normally anticipated that the level 4 Diploma will be completed within one academic year. Learners may complete the qualification more quickly subject to the assessments being made available by the approved centre. 15.3 Learners are permitted to take 2 re-sits in the 2 years following the initial exam. If they are still unsuccessful after that, the learner must re-register and complete the whole course of study again, before sitting the complete examination. This applies to both practical and theory examinations. 16. Centre Requirements 16.1 Only approved centres may offer CIBTAC/SDTC qualifications. Centres must apply for approval Page 14 of 18
to become a recognised approved centre. Full details are available from CIBTAC. The approval process will determine whether the centre: a. meets the approval criteria; and, b. has the expertise and resources to offer the levels of qualifications to be delivered. 16.2 Approved centres must meet a set of criteria defined by CIBTAC that meet the appropriate Ofqual General Conditions of Recognition (condition C). These include: Recognised quality assurance procedures Appropriately qualified tutors for the particular programmes A nominated centre co-ordinator Suitable teaching and learning facilities Appropriate product supplies and clients for learning and assessment Secure assessment facilities Clinical Waste removal Secure information management systems that meet the requirements of the Data Protection Act 17. Certification 17.1 A qualification Certificate and Transcript for the Level 4 Certificate will be awarded to learners who have successfully completed the two (mandatory) units and optional unit. 17.2 Qualification certificates are sent once the examination has been successfully completed and after the quality assurance procedure has been completed by CIBTAC. 17.3 A Transcript will be provided displaying the units, which have been achieved. 18. The Certificate Syllabus 18.1 There are seven key areas within the programme of learning within which the syllabus is contextualised specifically for the aesthetics sector, which are: 1. Core knowledge for Aesthetic Practice [SDT01] 2. Advanced Skin Science [SDT02] 3. Investigative Consultation and Advanced Skin Assessment [SDT03] Page 15 of 18
4. Principles and Practice of the Medispa sector [SDT04] 5. Provide Chemical Peeling Treatment [SDP01] 6. Provide Micro-Needling Treatment [ SPD02] 7. Provide Blemish removal by Thermoysis and Cryotherapy Optional units are: 18.2 The full syllabus outlining learning outcomes and the indicative content of each unit can be found in a separate document CIBTAC Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Skin Studies and Clinical Aesthetics 19. Mapping to other Educational Frameworks 19.1 The Certificate is mapped against UK Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) to assist the learner with the mobility of their achievements against these frameworks, as set out below. Qualification Title RQF EQF SQF Wales 8 8 12 7 7 11 6 6 10 / 9 5 5 / 4 8 /7 Level 4 Diploma in Chemical Peeling and Micro- 4 4 6 Needling 4 3 3 2 5 2 1 4 1 Entry Level 3 2 1 20. CIBTAC Policies 20.1 The following CIBTAC policies are available for approved centres and learners to refer to in the administration of the delivery of the Level 4 Certificate. i) Malpractice and Maladministration Policy and Procedures ii) Reasonable Adjustments and Special Considerations Policy iii) Equality and Diversity Policy Page 16 of 18
iv) Conflict of Interest Policy v) Appeals Policy vi) Complaints Policy vii) Whistleblowing policy viii) Certification Policy 20.2 The application forms below will need to be completed before CIBTAC is able to service your request in respect of policies identified in 20.1 i) Application form for Reasonable adjustments ii) Application form for Special Considerations iii) Centre Permitted Reasonable Adjustments Form iv) Suspected Malpractice Form Investigated by Centre v) Suspected Malpractice Form vi) Assessment Result Enquiry Form Page 17 of 18