Gain essential infection control knowledge
SSHLT0006 Maintain Infection Prevention for Skin Penetration Treatments Skill Set
An essential skill set for those seeking to work in industries including body piercing, tattooing or tattoo removal, laser technology, beauty therapy and dental professions. You'll learn about infection control practices and risk containment measures; monitoring and maintaining cleanliness; review clinic compliance with the applicable state and local council requirements; maintaining personal protection, as well as how to clean and sterilise equipment.
The successful achievement of this skill set requires you to complete the unit listed below.
UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
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HLTINF005Maintain infection prevention for skin penetration treatmentsUnit code: HLTINF005 |
Maintain infection prevention for skin penetration treatments |
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Ipswich | Anytime | up to 12 weeks | Self-paced | Mixed mode | Full fee: $340 |
Campus | START DATES
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Duration | WORKLOAD
![]() How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
STUDY MODE
![]() Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more |
COST
![]() The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more |
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Toowoomba | Anytime | up to 12 weeks | Self-paced | Mixed mode | Full fee: $340 |
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There are no formal entry requirements or prerequisites for this unit of competency.
If you are under 18 and not employed in an industry where this unit is a requirement, you may still choose to undertake the program, however you need to be aware that you may have difficulty accessing an appropriate facility to complete the practical assessment.
You are required to complete online learning and then undertake written and practical assessments. For you to able to do your practical component (video clip) of your assessment, you are required to:
You will also require access to a reliable internet connection and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player. This equipment and software is available for students to use at a number of TAFE Queensland locations.
Under state legislation, anyone who engages in body piercing, tattooing, or laser technology which includes skin penetration treatments, must complete HLTINF005 (previously HLTIN402C), from the Health training package before they penetrate anyone's skin in return for payment. This program may also be suitable for those working in the beauty and cosmetic industry providing cosmetic tattooing, Intense Pulse Light (IPL) for hair removal and skin rejuvenation and electrolysis and diathermy (or any cosmetic equipment considered invasive to the skin).
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