Brief Job Description: -An Assistant Tattoo Artist needs to be aware of his/ her trade including designing tattoos, how to operate the tattoo machine and proper sterilization techniques. The individual also assists the Tattoo Artist apply the permanent designs and in maintaining the salon ambience assistant tattoo artist course.

Personal Attributes: An Assistant Tattoo Artist should be well-versed with the range of permanent design application techniques, products ad equipment and have basic service aptitude. Proficiency in communication, good hand eye coordination and keen service orientation would help in providing world class services to the client.

Core Skills/ Generic Skill:-

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:

SA5. read about new products and services with reference to the organization and also from external forums such as websites and blogs

SA6. keep abreast with the latest knowledge by reading brochures, pamphlets, and product information sheets

SA7. read comments, suggestions, and responses to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) posted on the helpdesk portal

Assist the Tattoo artist apply permanent markings and images Assistant tattoo artist course:-

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:

PC1. adhere to the health and safety standards laid out by the manufacturer and salon.

PC2. check the client’s understanding and expectation prior to procedure commencement and clarify doubts, if any.

PC3. Arrange and sanitize the tools and products that are safe and fit for the purpose based on the guidelines

PC4. Provide assistance in setting up of the tattoo machine and apparatus

PC5. sanitize the hands and sterilize/ sanitize all equipment

PC6. clean the clien’sskin and carry out a skin sensitivity test, if required

PC7. assist the Tattoo Artist to skillfully use electric needle and indelible ink to draw tattoo on specified part of client’s body

PC8. position self and client throughout procedure to ensure privacy, comfort and wellbeing

PC9. assist the Tattoo Artist complete the procedure to the satisfaction of the – client in a commercially acceptable time

PC10. bandage tattoo upon completion and provide client with tattoo after-care knowledge

PC11. Clean up the post-procedure waste to maintain the health and safety standards

PC11. Clean up the post-procedure waste to maintain the health and safety standards

Appearance and Behavior of Assistant tattoo artist course:-

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:

PC1. Maintain good health and personal hygiene

PC2. Comply with organisation’s standards of grooming and personal behavior

PC3. Meet the organisation’s standards of courtesy, behavior and efficiency

PC4. Stay free from intoxicants while on duty

PC5. Wear and carry organisation’s uniform and accessories correctly and smartly

Task execution as per organization’s standards:-

organization’s standards To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:

PC6. Take appropriate and approved actions in line with instructions and guidelines assistant tattoo artist course.

PC7. Record details related to tasks, as per procedure

PC8. Participate in workplace activities as a part of the larger team

PC9. Report to supervisor immediately in case there are any work issues

PC10. Use appropriate language, tone and gestures while interacting with clients from different cultural and religious backgrounds, age, disabilities and gender

Communication and Information record:-

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:

PC11. Communicate procedure related information to clients based on the sector’s code of practices and organisation’s procedures/ guidelines

PC12. Communicate role related information to stakeholders in a polite manner and resolve queries, if any

PC13. Assist and guide clients to services or products based on their needs

PC14. Report and record instances of aggressive/ unruly behavior and seek assistance

PC15. Use communication equipment (phone, email etc) as mandated by your organization

PC16. Carry out routine documentation legibly and accurately in the desired format

PC17. File routine reports and feedback

PC18. Maintain confidentiality of information, as required, in the role

Provide basic skin care services .Describe the anatomical structure of the skin: The layers of the epidermis: the dermis, the subcutaneous layer; the hair follicle, the hair shaft, the sebaceous gland, arrector pili muscle, sweat gland, and sensory nerve endings

2. Identify the functions of the skin: sensitivity, heat regulation, absorption, protection, excretion, secretion and vitamin D production

3. Identify the characteristics of the skin

4. Identify the effect of the natural ageing process on the skin, facial muscles and muscle tone

5.Apply facial and bleach techniques for clients

6.Recognize the skin types and skin conditions

 7. Identify various environmental and lifestyle factors affecting the skin

 8. Treat various skin conditions – psoriasis, eczema, acne, etc

. 9. Recommend suitable course of services and procedures for various skin types and conditions, and recommended frequency of service – daily, weekly, monthly, etc.

10. Use different products available for facial and bleach services

 11. Differentiate between various types of specialist skin products and methods

 12. Recommend the benefits of various beauty services

13. Clean, exfoliate and tone the skin

 14 Massage by applying masks and skin care products

 15 Warm the skin using different types of skin warming devices

 16 Perform safe manual black head extraction using comedone extractor

 17. Recommend different types of masks and their effects on the skin like cream, warm oil, clay, peel off, thermal, etc.

 18. Identify erythemand its causes

 19 Identify contra-indications which may occur during the facial and bleach services

 20 Recommend basic home care routine for skin protection

 21 Inform the time intervals or frequency for facial and bleach services

Carry out basic depilation services:-

1Consult, plan and prepare clients for waxing treatments assistant tattoo artist course.

• Select equipment, materials, products, techniques and treatment for waxing

• Identify contra-indications that affect or restrict waxing treatments

• Work safely and effectively when providing waxing treatments

• Use safe and effective methods of working when waxing

• Identify various techniques associated with working temperatures for different waxing methods

• Identify different types of hot wax and warm wax based on hair and skin types

 • Select methods of application and removal of waxing products in relation to the direction of hair growth

 • Take precautions during the waxing process

• Identify the advantages, disadvantages and limitations of facial waxing and suitable alternative facial hair removal procedures

• Apply various methods of hair removal and their effects like threading, sugaring, tweezing, shaving, depilatory creams, electrical depilatory, abrasive mitts, depilation, intensive pulse light, laser

 • Recommend intervals between waxing services

 • Mention the activities to avoid after waxing services i.e., possible contra-actions that may occur after waxing services

• Select threading tools, materials and equipment

• Identify different types of tools and materials used for threading, e.g., scissors, disposable eyebrow brush, thread

 • Use products suitable for pre and post threading services

• Apply different types of threading techniques

• Explain the advantages and disadvantages of threading as per the shape and proportion of the eyebrows in relation to facial features and existing eyebrow shape

• List the methods to carry out the threading techniques

• Apply safe, quick and effective threading techniques

 • Adapt threading techniques to suit male client requirements, e.g. removing external hair on ears and nose

 • Provide aftercare procedures for threading services

 • Maintain customer service principles including privacy and protection to modesty of the customers

 • Record services, and product usage (inventory)

Technical Knowledge:-

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:

KB1. Ability to speak, read and write in the local vernacular language and English assistant tattoo artist course.

KB2. Appropriate verbal and non-verbal cues while dealing with clients from different cultural, religious backgrounds, age, disabilities and gender

KB3. Different formats on which information is to be recorded

KB4. Importance to maintain security and confidentiality of information

KB5. Kinds of communication equipment (email, phone etc) available and their effective use

KB6. Selling/ influencing techniques to provide additional services/ products to clients

A close up of a young woman making a tattoo in the young man’s arm.

Guidelines for Assessment:-

  1. Criteria for assessment for each Qualification Pack will be created by the Sector Skill Council. Each Performance Criteria (PC) will be assigned marks proportional to its importance in NOS. SSC will also lay down proportion of marks for Theory and Skills Practical for each PC
  2.  The assessment for the theory part will be based on knowledge bank of questions created by the SSC
  3. Individual assessment agencies will create unique question papers for theory part for each candidate at each examination/training center (as per assessment criteria below).
  4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique evaulations for skill practical for every student at each examination/training center based on this criteria.
  5. To pass the Qualification Pack, every trainee should score a minimum of 70% in every NOS
  6. In case of successfully passing only certain number of NOS’s, the trainee is eligible to take subsequent assessment on the balance NOS’s to pass the Qualification Pack.

(Assist the tattoo artist apply permanent markings and images)Assistant tattoo artist course:-

PC1. adhere to the health and safety standards laid out by the manufacturer and salon

PC2. check the client’s understanding and expectation prior to procedure commencement and clarify doubts, if any

PC3. arrange the tools and products that are safe and fit for the purpose based on the guidelines

PC4. sanitize the hands and sterilize/ sanitize all equipment

PC5. Provide assistance in setting up of the tattoo machine and apparatus

PC6. clean the client’s skin and carry out a skin sensitivity test, if required assistant tattoo artist course.

PC7. assist the Tattoo Artist to skillfully use electric needle and indelible ink to draw tattoo on specified part of client’s body

PC8. position self and client throughout procedure to ensure privacy,

PC9. assist the Tattoo Artist complete the procedure to the satisfaction of the –client in a commercially acceptable time

PC10. bandage tattoo upon completion and provide client with tattoo aftercare knowledge

PC11. clean up the postprocedure waste to maintain the health and safety standards

PC12. record the procedure accurately and store information securely in line with the salon’s policies

(Create a positive impression at the workplace):-

PC1. Maintain good health and personal hygiene

PC2. Comply with organisation’s standards of grooming and personal behavior

PC3. Meet the organisation’s standards of courtesy, behavior and efficiency

PC4. Stay free from intoxicants while on duty

PC5. Wear and carry organisation’s uniform and accessories correctly and smartly

PC6. Take appropriate and approved actions in line with instructions and guidelines

PC7. Record details related to tasks, as per procedure

PC8. Participate in workplace activities as a part of the larger team

PC9. Report to supervisor immediately in case there are any work issues assistant tattoo artist course.

PC10. Use appropriate language, tone and gestures while interacting with clients from different cultural and religious backgrounds, age, disabilities and gender

PC11. Communicate procedure related information to clients based on the sector’s code of practices and organisation’s procedures/ guidelines

PC12. Communicate role related information to stakeholders in a polite manner and resolve

PC13. Assist and guide clients to services or products based on their needs

PC14. Report and record instances of aggressive/ unruly behavior and seek assistance

PC15. Use communication equipment (phone, email etc) as mandated by your organization

PC16. Carry out routine documentation legibly and accurately in the desired format

PC17. File routine reports and feedback

PC18. Maintain confidentiality of information, as required, in the role

Prepare and maintain work area Assistant tattoo artist course:-

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:

PC1. Ensure that environmental conditions are suitable for the client and the treatment to be carried out in a hygiene and safe environment

PC2. Select suitable equipment and products required for the treatment

PC3. Set up of equipment and prepare the products for treatments in adherence to the organization procedures and product/ equipment guidelines

PC4. Place the products in the trolley for the treatment

PC5. Sterilize, disinfect and place the tools on the tray

PC6. Dispose waste materials in adherence to the organization’s and industry requirements

PC7. Store records, materials and equipment securely in line with the organization’s policies

Maintain health and safety at the workplace:-

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:

PC1. set up and position the equipment, chemicals, products and tools in the work area to meet legal, hygiene and safety requirement

PC2. clean and sterilize all tools and equipment before use assistant tattoo artist course.

PC3. maintain one’s posture and position to minimize fatigue and the risk of injury

PC4. dispose waste materials in accordance to the industry accepted standards

PC5. keep oneself updated on the knowledge of the first aid procedures

PC6. identify and document potential risks and hazards in the workplace

PC7. accurately maintain accident reports PC8. report health and safety risks/ hazard

PC9. use tools, equipment, chemicals and products in accordance with the salon’s guidelines and manufacturers’ instructions

Organizational Context:-

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:

KA1. Organization’s standards of performance and sequence of services

KA2. Range of services and products offered by the organization

KA3. Health and safety requirements in the organization

Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) Assistant tattoo artist course:-

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:

SA8. discuss task lists, schedules, and work-loads with co-workers

SA9. question customers appropriately in order to understand the nature of the problem and make a diagnosis

SA10. give clear instructions to customers

SA11. keep customers informed about progress assistant tattoo artist course.

SA12. avoid using jargon, slang or acronyms when communicating with a customer, unless it is required

. Professional Skills:-

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:

SB1. make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work

Plan and Organize:-

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:

SB2. plan and organize service feedback files/documents

Customer Centricity:-

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:

SB3. manage relationships with customers who may be stressed, frustrated, confused, or angry

SB4. build customer relationships and use customer centric approach

Problem Solving:-

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:

SB5. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and suggest an optimum /best possible solution(s)

SB6. deal with clients lacking the technical background to solve the problem on their own

SB7. identify immediate or temporary solutions to resolve delays assistant tattoo artist course.

Analytical Thinking:-

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to

SB8. use the existing data to arrive at specific data points

SB9. use the existing data points for improving the call resolution time

SB10. use the existing data points to generate required reports for business

Critical Thinking:-

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:

SB11. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation, experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action assistant tattoo artist course.

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