CO402 Client Consultation for Aesthetic Procedures Assignment Brief 2026

When awarded credit for this unit, a learner will:

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

1.2 Recognise and respond to disclosed conditions

1.3 Discuss and identify the client’s objectives, concerns, expectations and desired outcomes, including treatment history and alternative options

1.4 Discuss and agree instructions and recommendations prior to the procedure and explain the costs involved

1.5 Communicate with the client to determine their capacity to give informed consent

2.2 Provide the client with information regarding their rights

2.3 Take and store visual media of the treatment area in accordance with legal requirements

2.4 Discuss the physical sensation that may occur during and following the procedure including the options for pain management

3.2 Provide instructions and advice to the client pre and post the procedure

4.2 Explain why practitioners must work within ethical, sustainable and legal requirements

4.3 Justify the reasons for engaging in and documenting continuous professional development of; salon/clinic information, policies, procedures, and best practice guidance.

4.4 Explain the anatomy and physiology of the body systems, intrinsic and extrinsic factors that affect the skin and the associated risk avoidance protocols

4.5 Explain the contraindications and presenting conditions, and the options if these are outside the practitioner’s remit, including referral to other professionals

4.6 Explain why medical conditions may prevent the procedure taking place

4.7 Describe the legal and insurance requirements for obtaining medical diagnosis and referral and signed, informed consent

4.8 Explain the importance of communicating with the client in a professional manner and within the limits of a practitioner’s own abilities

5.2 Discuss the importance of identifying diverse needs of the individual and adapting the service accordingly

5.3 Evaluate the client’s physical and psychological suitability for the procedure

5.4 Investigate the impact of social influences, the media and trends

5.5 Explain how a practitioner’s CPD can support clients to make an informed choice, including alternative treatments

5.6 Explain the relevance of establishing preprocedural activities relevant to the procedure objectives

5.7 Justify the importance of assessing, discussing,agreeing, reviewing, and documenting the outcomes of the consultation

5.8 Justify the importance of explaining the procedure process, expected outcomes and associated risks

5.9 Explain the benefits of using visual aids during consultation

5.10 Explain how to manage client’s expectations

6.2 Explain why certain procedures are prohibited or restricted for minors, and when individuals are classed as minors

6.3 Explain the legal rights of the client and the professional

6.4 Explain the importance of preparing the client for any expected physical sensation or pain, including its management and risks

6.5 Understand the legal, insurance and salon/clinic policy for taking and storing visualmedia of the client’s treatment area

6.6 Explain the reasons for providing instructions and advice, pre and post the procedure