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EXEMPLAR SCHEME OF WORK
Facial Practical
COURSE TITLE: Beauty Therapy Level 2
COURSE CODE:
Aims and Objectives of this unit:
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TUTOR:
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COURSE DURATION:
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To enable learners to develop their manual facial skills according to individual need, including all
health and safety ; covering all ranges and skin types.
To enable learners to achieve their main goals and targets as agreed at the start of the course
and as recorded on the individual learning plan.
To fill in any gaps in knowledge and prepare students for facial assessments.
TERM:
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Reference to VTCT
Lesson/
session
Topic
No./Date
1
Curriculum
Reference
Activity
Resources
Level 2 Beauty
Therapy Resource
Pack
New group introduction.
Introduction of tutor and
relevant commercial skills
Ice breaker game for group
(e.g. fact finding mission –
learn 10 facts about the
person you sit next to and
then introduce them to the
rest of the group)
Discussion on the
requirements of the facial
Unit.
Group work for the contraindications to a facial
treatment.
Outcomes
1 a-j
2 a-I
Learners to identify the resources and equipment
required for facial treatments, including health and
safety guidelines on use.
X3 key objectives. The student will be able to:
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student text
book:
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list the common contra-indications that
will prevent them giving a facial treatment
identify the common contra-indications
that will require them to adapt a facial
treatment
recognize the equipment/ resources
required for a facial and how to use them
safely
Demonstration given to start to develop practical
skills in a facial treatment
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moisturiser
exfoliator
face
mask/ingredients
massage mediums
steamer
tissues
cotton wool
sponges
UB200B4/UV20398
Sheet 2 setting up
working area
Sheet 7 working safely
Sheet 12 contraindications to facials
Reference to VTCT
Lesson
No./Date
Topic
Curriculum
Reference
Activity
Resources
Level 2 Beauty
Therapy Resource
Pack
2
Facial cleanse
Step-by-step demonstration
by tutor guide
Face mask – step-by-step
guide
Outcomes
1 a-j
2 a-I
3 a- I
X3 key objectives. The student will be able to:
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Demonstration by tutor
Facial routine
Demonstration by tutor
Health and hygiene
Discussion around decanting
products, minimising waste
and hand hygiene
Skin conditions discussion
Skin analysis discussion
Learners to identify the main steps to a basic
facial routine and to recognise the categories of
skin types, how to adapt use of products to suit
the skin types.
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student text
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Recognise various skin conditions and
understand their causes
Recognise the importance of a skin
analysis and the consequences of an
incorrect analysis
Carry out a skin analysis using a
magnifying lamp in a safe manner
Consolidation work:
Students to continue to develop their practical
skills in giving a facial treatment
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mask/ingredients
massage mediums
tissues
cotton wool
sponges
hydro pen
Sheet 15 understand
facial skincare
techniques products and
treatment planning
Reference to VTCT
Lesson
No./Date
Topic
Curriculum
Reference
Activity
Resources
Level 2 Beauty
Therapy Resource
Pack
3
Facial massage – step-bystep guide
Outcomes :
3 e, g-I
Tutor demonstration
X3 key objectives. The student will be able to:
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What affects the condition of
the skin both intrinsic and
extrinsic
Benefits of facial treatments
Learners will identify factors, which affect the
skin’s condition. They identify the effects and
suitability of different facial treatments.
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student text
book:
List the factors that affect the condition of
the skin
 State the benefits of facial treatments
 Recognise which type of skin each
treatment is suitable for
Consolidation work:
To continue to develop their practical skills in
giving a facial treatment. Students to work in pairs
to develop a client consultation technique using a
consultation form in a professional manner
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toners moisturiser
exfoliator
face
mask/ingredients
massage mediums
tissues
cotton wool
sponges
hydro pen
consultation card
Sheet 15 understand
facial skincare
techniques products and
treatment planning
Sheet 16 facial skincare
techniques
sheet 17 provide
skincare treatments
Reference to VTCT
Lesson
/session
Topic
No./Date
4
Curriculum
Reference
Activity
Resources
Level 2 Beauty
Therapy Resource
Pack
Overview of the significance
of adapting treatments for
different clients
Male facial – step-by-step
guide how and why the
treatment is different
Demonstration if possible
with male model
Treating different clients and
the likely scenarios
Recommended products
Importance of products
Outcomes
6 a-l
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student text
book:
Facials to take into account variation of clients’
needs and objectives and adaptation required.
X 3 key objectives. The student will be able to:
 List the importance of using skincare
products
 Describe which products are suitable for
which skin types
 Demonstrate in a practical assessment
how to adapt treatments for different
clients
Consolidation work:
The students should research various commercial
skincare products and become knowledgeable
enough to recommend suitable products for
different clients.
Students also to continue to develop their practical
skills in giving a facial treatment and develop a
client consultation technique
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Cleansers
toners moisturiser
exfoliator
face
mask/ingredients
massage mediums
tissues
cotton wool
sponges
hydro pen
consultation card
Sheet 15 understand
facial skincare
techniques products and
treatment planning
Sheet 16 facial skincare
techniques
Sheet 17 provide
skincare treatments
Reference to VTCT
Lesson
No./Date
Topic
Curriculum
Reference
Activity
Resources
Level 2 Beauty
Therapy Resource
Pack
5
Massage movements
consolidation work with the
students being able to apply
the massage movements
without the aid of a hand-out.
Discussion on the
importance of obtaining
signed permission to carry
out the treatments with
agreed treatment objectives.
Outcomes
6 a-l
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student text
book:
Massage movements continued
X 3 key objectives. The student will be able to:
 Draw up a massage routine
 Describe the effects of the massage
movements on the skin and underlying
structures
 Demonstrate in a practical assessment
how to give aftercare advice
 Demonstrate how to adapt the massage
and massage medium to suit client needs
Consolidation work:
The students should be able to produce an
aftercare leaflet covering both immediate and
long-term advice. Product recommendations and
advanced treatments to support a long term
improvement in the skins condition
Students also to continue to develop their practical
skills in giving a facial treatment and develop a
client consultation technique
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Cleansers
toners moisturiser
exfoliator
face
mask/ingredients
massage mediums
tissues
cotton wool
sponges
hydro pen
consultation card
Sheet 15 understand
facial skincare
techniques products and
treatment planning
Sheet 16 facial skincare
techniques
Sheet 17 provide
skincare treatments
Reference to VTCT
Lesson
No./Date
Topic
Curriculum
Reference
Activity
Resources
Level 2 Beauty
Therapy Resource
Pack
6
Exfoliation and Face masks
and their suitable abilities for
each skin type and age of
skin Mask objectives
discussed
The use of natural face mask
and possible ingredients
Outcomes
9n&o
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student text
book:
Exfoliation and Mask application and removal
X 3 key objectives. The student will be able to:
 Identify appropriate mask and exfoliant
for the client skin type
 Mix up appropriate ingredients and
qualities
 Demonstrate in a practical assessment
how to give aftercare advice
 Demonstrate how to adapt the mask or
exfoliant to suit client needs e.g.
combination skin
Consolidation work:
The students should be able to produce an
aftercare leaflet covering both immediate and
long-term advice. Product recommendations and
advanced treatments to support a long-term
improvement in the skins condition
Students also to continue to develop their practical
skills in giving a facial treatment and develop a
client consultation technique
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Cleansers
toners moisturiser
exfoliator
face
mask/ingredients
massage mediums
tissues
cotton wool
sponges
hydro pen
consultation card
Sheet 15 understand
facial skincare
techniques products and
treatment planning
Sheet 16 facial skincare
techniques
Sheet 17 provide
skincare treatments
Reference to VTCT
Lesson
No./Date
Topic
Curriculum
Reference
Activity
Resources
Level 2 Beauty
Therapy Resource
Pack
7
Extraction of comedones,
milia and use of steamer and
health and safety awareness
of equipment
Outcomes
3d
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student text
book:
Extraction of comedones and milia with practical
demonstration by tutor.
X 3 key objectives. The student will be able to:
 Identify the safe way to carry out
extraction without scarring
 List the health and safety precautions
required with mila extraction and the use
of a sterile probe and disposal of it
 Demonstrate in a practical assessment
how to incorporate extraction into a facial
routine
 Demonstrate how to adapt treatment for
the use of a steamer
Consolidation work:
The students should be able to incorporate all
underpinning knowledge into the facial treatment
and work on fee paying clients in a realistic
working environment, covering all ranges required
over a period of time
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exfoliator
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hydro pen
consultation card
Sheet 1 glossary of
terms
Sheet 4 understanding
organisational and legal
requirements
Sheet 5 hygiene and
sterilisation
Reference to VTCT
Lesson
No./Date
Topic
Curriculum
Reference
Activity
Resources
Level 2 Beauty
Therapy Resource
Pack
8,9,10
Consolidation of learning
through practical workshops
and assessment attainment
Outcomes
All
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student text
book:
Practical realistic working environment with fee
paying clients for all facial treatments with
assessment on demand with agreement with the
tutor/assessor
X 3 key objectives. The student will be able to:
 Carry out a full consultation
 Perform a full facial assessment within a
commercial time
 Answer any questions on adaptation of
treatment
 Give homecare and aftercare advice
Consolidation work:
The students should be able to incorporate all
underpinning knowledge into the facial treatment
and work on fee paying clients in a realistic
working environment, covering all ranges required
over a period of time
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toners moisturiser
exfoliator
face
mask/ingredients
massage mediums
tissues
cotton wool
sponges
hydro pen
consultation card
All remaining evidence
sheets to be competed
to support underpinning
knowledge of practical
skills
Notes on differentiation and equal opportunities:
Use a variety of teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles (teacher input, peer input, pairs work, individual work)
Use a variety of teaching resources to accommodate learning mode preferences (Smartboard, games, worksheets)
Supporting required theory, anatomy, and physiology for the facial unit:
(This may be taught outside the practical SOW above)
Anatomy and Physiology Requirements
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The skin
The bones of the face and skull
Skeletal functions
Muscles of the head face and neck
Circulatory system
Lymphatic system
Example of skin disorders and diseases
The ageing process
Supporting Theory
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Management of health and safety
Risk assessments and hazards
Hygiene and sterilisation
Professional and ethical conduct
Consultation techniques
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