AP414 Skin Rejuvenation using Electrotherapy Assignment Brief 2026

When awarded

credit for this unit, a learner will:

Assessment of this unit will require a learner to demonstrate that they can:

1.2 Implement health, safety and hygiene according to legislation, regulations, directives and guidelines

1.3 Identify and evaluate the client’s objectives, skin concerns, expectations and desired outcomes, including treatment history, skincare routine, lifestyle factors and alternative options

1.4 Discuss and agree the skin priming programme or recommendations required, prior to the electrotherapy

1.5 Confirm and agree with the client, they understand the proposed treatment including expected outcomes, possible contra-actions, adverse reactions and physical sensation

1.6 Gain and record informed consent for the treatment in accordance with organisational and insurance requirements

2.2 Carry out a skin analysis, using lamp and magnifier to identify skin type, classification and condition

2.3 Select tools and equipment for the electrotherapy and test the equipment following manufacturer’s instructions

2.4 Prepare the client for the noise and sensation and use the equipment following the treatment plan and protocol

2.5 Monitor the client’s health, wellbeing and skin reaction throughout facial electrotherapy, adapt the treatment and take action in the event of an adverse reaction

3.2 Complete the client’s treatment records and store in accordance with data legislation

3.3 Use reflective practice to evaluate the skin rejuvenation using electrotherapy and take appropriate action

3.4 Provide aftercare advice and recommendations on products and treatment/s

3.5 Clearly and concisely record the outcome and evaluation of skin rejuvenation using electrotherapy

4.2 Research the importance of CPD to include up-to-date policies, procedures, and best practice

4.3 Understand the relevant anatomy, physiology and pathology, including interdependence and effects of the body systems and impact relative to the treatment and outcomes

4.4 Describe the relative and absolute contra-indications relevant to skin rejuvenation using electrotherapy

4.5 Explain the legal and insurance requirements for obtaining medical diagnosis, referral and signed, informed consent

4.6 Understand the importance of recognising suspicious skin irregularities and lesions and referring to a relevant healthcare professional

5.2 Explain the purpose, use and limitations of electrotherapy in relation to skin conditions, medical history and conditions, medication, lifestyle factors and expectations

5.3 Justify the reason for recommending skin priming and pretreatments and the benefit to treatment outcomes

5.4 Describe the adverse reactions associated with skin rejuvenation using electrotherapy and how to respond

5.5 Understand the health and safety responsibilities in line with legislation before, during and after the facial treatment

5.6 Explain the importance of discussing the client’s objectives, concerns, expectations and desired outcomes and agreeing the treatment plan, fee and options

5.7 Explain the importance of adhering to the electrotherapy treatment protocol

5.8 Justify why it is important to carry out and interpret pretreatment tests

5.9 Explain the importance of magnification, illumination and preparing the client’s treatment area for skin analysis

5.10 Evaluate the purpose of skin analysis in determining the treatment plan and electrotherapy equipment to be used

5.11 Describe the types, benefits, limitations and risks in the use of hygiene and treatment products and equipment

5.12 Explain how to prepare and use products and equipment following facial electrotherapy treatment protocol

5.13 Describe the types of treatments that could be combined with or used after skin rejuvenation using electrotherapy

5.14 Clarify the purpose of explaining the treatment process, noise and sensation to the client

5.15 Explain the importance of applying a post treatment product and when and why a sun protection factor product is used

5.16 Explain why you need to monitor the client’s health and wellbeing during and after the treatment

6.2 Explain the legal, insurance and organisational requirements for taking and storing visual media of the client’s treatment area

6.3 Explain the legislative and regulatory requirements of completing and storing the client’s treatment records

6.4 Describe the expected outcomes of the treatment

6.5 Explain the purpose of reflective practice and evaluation and how it informs future treatments

6.6 Discuss the importance of recording the outcome and evaluating the facial electrotherapy treatment

6.7 Explain the instructions and advice, pre and post skin rejuvenation using electrotherapy