Unit AP708 Clinical Aesthetic Procedures: Temporary Dermal Fillers for the Face (A/651/9197) Assignment Brief 2026

Unit Aim

(NOS SKANSC4 Perform rejuvenation, regeneration and/or enhancement of the skin using dermal filler procedures)

To achieve this unit Aesthetic practitioners will need to ensure that their practices reflect up-to-date information, policies, procedures and best practice guidance.

NOS Performance criteria (PC)

1. Carry out a concise and comprehensive consultation face to face with the individual and maintain your responsibilities for health and safety pre, during and post the dermal filler procedure
2. Discuss to establish the individual’s objectives, concerns, expectations and desired outcomes to inform the dermal filler procedure plan to include:
   2.1 alternative treatment options
3. Develop an emergency plan with the identified healthcare professional/regulated independent prescriber trained to deal with adverse reactions to dermal fillers
4. Establish the dermal filler procedure plan **in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policies and procedures to include:
   4.1 the individual procedure plan
   4.2 advice, support and guidance
   4.3 emergency plan
   4.4 pain management strategy
5. Reiterate, confirm and agree with the individual, they have understood the proposed dermal filler procedure and pain management to include:
   5.1 contra-actions
   5.2 adverse reactions
6. Obtain the individual’s written informed consent for the dermal filler procedure and pain management, allowing an adequate time scale for the individual to make an informed choice
7. Review the written informed consent for the dermal filler procedure and pain management
8. Select an effective hygiene preparation product to meet the individual’s needs in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
9. Prepare the individual’s treatment area in accordance with the dermal filler procedure protocol and associated risk avoidance strategies to include:
   9.1 mark out pre-procedure markings if applicable
10. Source and select the hyaluronic acid dermal filler, detailing the G prime, viscosity and longevity of the product to meet the individuals needs and area to be treated, including associated risks
11. Inject the dermal filler with the sterile single use needle and/or cannula in accordance with the dermal filler procedure protocol to include:
    11.1 adaptation of injection techniques, depth and placement
    11.2 in accordance with the pre-procedure markings if applicable
12. Monitor the individual’s health, wellbeing and skin reaction throughout the dermal filler procedure in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policies and procedures
13. In the event of an adverse reaction or incident, the aesthetic practitioner must take prompt corrective action as set out within the emergency plan to include:
    13.1 seek and implement immediate medical intervention from the identified healthcare professional trained to deal with complications as set out in the emergency plan when a prescription only medication is required
14. Conclude the procedure in accordance with the dermal filler procedure protocol, legislative requirements and organisational policies and procedures to include:
    14.1 removing any pre-procedure markings if applicable
15. Take and store consensual visual media of the individual’s treatment area in accordance with insurance requirements, organisational policies and procedures
16. Complete the individual’s non-surgical cosmetic procedure records and store in accordance with data legislation
17. Use reflective practice to evaluate the dermal filler procedure and take appropriate action
18. Provide and obtain confirmation of receipt of the verbal and written instructions and advice given to the individual pre and post procedure to include:
    18.1 the aesthetic practitioners contact details
    18.2 emergency plan
    18.3 contingency plan in the event of absence
19. Record the outcome and evaluation of the dermal filler procedure to agree and inform future procedures
20. Discuss and agree future procedures with the individual

Knowledge and understanding (KU) You need to know and understand:

1. The importance of collaboration with competent professionals to support effective and safe working practices
2. Your role and responsibilities in performing non-surgical cosmetic procedures and the importance of working within your competence
3. Why you must comply with ethical practice and work within the legislative requirements
4. The importance to engage in, and document continuous professional development to include, up-to-date information policies, procedures and best practice guidance
5. The anatomy and physiology relevant to this standard
6. The types, composition and pharmacological effects of chemical compounds in dermal filler solutions to include:
   6.1. the physiological effect of hyaluronic acid solution has on facial anatomy, skin tissue and blood supply
7. How to adapt injection techniques to place hyaluronic acid solution safely beneath the skin tissue into underlying structures to meet the individual’s needs
8. The adverse reactions associated with a dermal filler procedure to include:
   8.1 knowledge and avoidance of danger zones
   8.2 non-Hyaluronic Acid dermal fillers (semi-permanent)
9. How to implement the correct course of action in the event of an adverse reaction or incident to include:
   9.1 why and when immediate medical invention is necessary
10. The risk avoidance strategies
11. The importance of obtaining and following instructions from the identified healthcare professional/regulated independent prescriber in the event of an adverse reaction
12. The purpose, use and limitations of dermal filler procedures in relation to:
    12.1 past and current medical history
    12.2 previous non-surgical cosmetic and/or dental procedure history
    12.3 relevant lifestyle factors
    12.4 contraindicated medication and medical conditions
    12.5 the individual’s physical and psychological suitability for the non-surgical cosmetic procedure
    12.6 individual’s expectations
    12.7 hyper-immune response management
    12.8 anaphylaxis management
13. The regulatory and legislative requirements for ‘medical devices’
14. The regulatory and legislative requirements for sourcing, recording and administering dermal filler to include:
    14.1 product name
    14.2 batch number
    14.3 expiry date
    14.4 material data sheets
    14.5 storage
    14.6 disposal
    14.7 audit and accountability
15. The types of pain management and associated risks
16. The legislative requirements and restrictions for sourcing, storing and using licensed topical anaesthetics
17. The health and safety responsibilities in line with legislation before, during and after the dermal filler procedure
18. Why it is important to discuss and establish the individual’s objectives, concerns, expectations, desired outcomes and agree the non-surgical cosmetic procedure plan
19. The importance of using visual aids to inform the individual of the physical effects
20. The fee structures and treatment options
21. The legislative and indemnity requirements of gaining signed, informed consent for the dermal filler procedure
22. Why it is important to allow time for the individual to reflect before confirming and agreeing to receive the elective non-surgical cosmetic procedure
23. The importance of obtaining written consent for the dermal filler procedure and pain management strategy
24. The types of hygiene products for the skin and the importance of following manufacturer’s instructions
25. The importance of adhering to the dermal filler procedure protocol
26. The importance of monitoring the health and wellbeing of the individual during and post procedure
27. The importance of adhering to the emergency plan in the event of an adverse reaction
28. The legislative, insurance and organisational requirements for taking and storing visual media of the individual’s treatment area
29. The legislative and regulatory requirements of completing and storing the individual’s non-surgical cosmetic procedure records
30. The expected outcomes from a dermal filler procedure
31. The purpose of reflective practice and evaluation and how it informs future procedures
32. How to collate, analyse, summarise and record evaluation feedback in a clear and concise way
33. The importance to record the outcome and evaluation of the dermal filler procedure
34. The instructions and advice pre and post the dermal filler procedure 

Learning Outcomes, and Assessment Criteria