Assessor Resource
SIHHHDS408A
Make wigs and hairpieces
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024
This unit applies to senior hairdressers who may work in hairdressing salons or wig-making environments. Clients may require wigs or hairpieces for theatrical or film character roles, to simulate or replace their own hair in response to hair loss; or for fashion effects. The operator may be required to fit and hand make full wigs or to make hairpieces to incorporate into finished hair designs.
A person undertaking this role applies discretion and judgement, accepts responsibility for outcomes of own work and provides technical leadership in the salon team.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to hand make wigs and hairpieces.
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