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WRHCL303B
Design and perform full and partial highlighting techniques

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit requires the operator to communicate with clients regarding their desired hair colour finish. It involves analysis of the characteristics of hair, including natural base colour, and the selection and application of hair colour, high lift tints and/or bleach products alone or in combination to create highlights, lightened sections of the head or multiple colours in the hair. Knowledge of the workplace hair colour and lightening range and current fashion in foiled and highlighted effects, along with knowledge of relevant local health regulations and the workplace approach to colour services, with particular emphasis on client and operator safety, are also required.

In the context of an assessment-only and/or a training delivery and assessment pathway, units of competency that relate to this unit are identified in the evidence guide of this unit.

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design and apply foiling and quick colour full and partial highlighting applications for current commercial colour and lightening effects.

This unit of competency will apply to a range of hairdressing services and roles in the workplace.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.




Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide describes the underpinning knowledge and skills that must be demonstrated to prove competence. It is essential for assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, the range statement and the assessment guidelines of the relevant Training Package.

Overview of assessment

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit of competency must be able to apply knowledge of the use and application of foiling and quick service highlighting techniques using a defined workplace range of tint, high lift tint and bleach products for a range of colour outcomes on different clients. Knowledge and skill with regard to relevant legislation and workplace procedures that ensure client and operator comfort, health and safety must also be demonstrated.

Specific evidence requirements

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

knowledge and consistent application of workplace policies, procedures and safe work practices in relation to colour services

consistently applying effective questioning and active listening techniques to consult and negotiate with clients and to ensure client comfort and safety throughout the service

recognising and managing contraindications

reading, accurately interpreting and consistently applying manufacturer's colour charts and product instructions

consistently safe selection, preparation, application, processing and removal of colour and bleach according to manufacturer's instructions and workplace procedures

consistently applying weaving and splicing techniques within predetermined workplace timeframes

consistently applying quick service highlighting techniques within designated workplace timeframes

consistently applying client and operator safety precautions.

Context of assessment

For valid and reliable assessment of this unit, competency should be consistently demonstrated over a period of time and observed by the assessor and/or the technical expert working in partnership with the assessor. The technical expert may include the hairdresser and/or an experienced person at the workplace.

Competency should be demonstrated in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment in a range of situations which may include client interruptions and involvement in other related activities normally expected in the workplace. For further guidance on the use of an appropriate simulated environment, refer to the Assessment Guidelines in this Training Package.

Specific resources for assessment

Competency for this unit should be assessed through access to:

relevant documentation, including occupational health and safety legislation and regulations, workplace policy and procedures manuals and manufacturer's product safety data sheets

a salon or simulated salon environment

a defined tint, high lift tint and bleaching product workplace range along with manufacturer's colour charts and product instructions

foiling tools, materials and equipment

clients with a variety of hair colour, high lift or bleach requirements.

Relationship to other units

This unit requires an assessment outcome that includes evidence of client consultation, knowledge of the chemical and physical effects of hair colour and high lift colour products on the hair, and their safe application to achieve current colour looks.

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WRHCS201A Prepare clients for salon services

WRHCS205A Follow personal health and safety routines at work

SIRXOHS001A Apply safe working practices.

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WRHHS301A Apply the principles of hairdressing science

WRHWP302A Operate effectively as a hairdresser in a salon work team.

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested.

Observation of the learner performing a range of tasks in an actual or simulated work environment, over sufficient time to demonstrate his/her handling of a range of contingencies. Tasks may include:

completing workplace documentation relevant to the analysis of client characteristics prior to tint, high lift colour and bleach treatments

demonstrated client consultation and colour selection prior to service

demonstrated clean and safe application of weaving and splicing single and multi-colour foiled effects within designated workplace timeframes, with no product bleed and to client satisfaction

demonstrated quick service highlighting techniques with no product bleed and to client satisfaction.

Third-party reports from experienced hairdressers.

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

For valid and reliable assessment of this unit, evidence should be gathered through a range of methods to indicate consistent performance.

It can be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone, through an integrated assessment activity or through a combination of both.

Evidence should be gathered as part of the learning process.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Skills may include:

pre-colour service analysis

communication techniques, including:

using open and/or closed questions

speaking clearly and concisely

using appropriate language

non-verbal communication

client consultation

using manufacturer's colour charts

colour product selection

colour product application within defined workplace timeframes

bleach product selection

peroxide selection

weaving and splicing hair

applying and folding foils

using plastic highlight caps

comb on/through highlight techniques

foils/caps and residual colour removal

language, literacy and numeracy skills relevant to the role and workplace requirements.

Knowledge may include:

the composition of colour and high lift tints

the effects of hydrogen peroxide on the hair and hair colour

the chemical and physical effects of tint and high lift tint colour products on hair structure

the chemical and physical effects of bleach products on hair structure

the colour wheel and its application in colour selection

the levels of bleaching

manufacturer's colour chart systems

processing and development times for a defined workplace colour, high lift tint and bleach product range

the provisions of relevant health and hygiene legislation and regulations

the provisions of relevant occupational health and safety legislation and regulations.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect performance.

The following variables may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts. Bold italicised text from the performance criteria is detailed here.

Client characteristics may include:

natural hair type, texture, porosity, density and elasticity

natural and/or artificial base colour

hair colour tone

percentage of white hair

presence of lightening agents or artificial hair colour treatments on hair

other existing chemical services

skin tone

length of hair.

Client history may include:

contraindications

previous pre-service analysis

previous services' brand and colour/s selection

previous services' application techniques and processing times

recommended after care products.

Clients may include:

women

men

children

people who present with virgin hair or a range of pre-existing colour treatments on the hair

people from a range of social, cultural or ethnic backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities.

Colour, high lift and bleach products must include:

tint products from the workplace range

high lift tint colour products from the workplace range

bleach products from the workplace range

peroxides of varying percentage volumes.

Partial highlighting and foiling toolsand equipment may include:

pre-cut and folded foils

tail combs

tint brushes

sectioning clips.

Stages and methods of partial head on scalp product application must include

natural untreated hair

regrowth

roots and then ends

roots, mid lengths and finally ends

ends and then roots.

Foiling must include:

coarse medium or fine woven meshes

spliced meshes

alternated coloured/lightened woven meshes and unwoven natural hair meshes

single or multiple colours and tones

bleached meshes

whole or partial head effects.

Quick service highlighting techniques must include:

pulling strands through a cap

combing/brushing colour or bleach products onto predetermined areas of the hair

colouring/bleaching single strands or meshes.

Client and operator comfort and safety must include:

application of gown and towels to protect client clothes

application of barrier creams to face or neckline areas

application of anti skin stain product

application of colour stain removal product

avoiding contact with client or operator's eyes

avoiding inhalation of fumes whilst mixing product

wearing operator protective gloves during product application.

Relevant legislation may include:

federal, state and local health and hygiene legislation and regulations

occupational health and safety legislation and regulations.

Workplace policies and procedures may include:

client comfort and safety

operator safety

health and hygiene.

Heat acceleration may include:

heat lamps

steamers.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Client characteristics are analysed through physical and visual examination. 
Client history is referred to and previous colour is discussed with client where applicable. 
Client history is established for new colour clients. 
Client satisfaction or dissatisfaction with current hair colour and client expectations are established through questioning and active listening. 
Desired degree of lift, colour and tone are confirmed with client through discussion and reference to manufacturer's colour charts. 
Wraps and towels are applied to ensure client protection and safety according to workplace procedures. 
Colour, high lift and bleach products and foiling toolsand equipment are selected and individually prepared according to instructions and workplace procedures. 
Foiling is applied evenly to a predetermined pattern and colour and lightening products are applied to foils and sealed to achieve predetermined colour effects with no colour bleed. 
Foiling is applied within predetermined workplace timeframes. 
Stages and methods of partial head on scalp product application are quick , even and without overlap, and application is cross checked for even coverage. 
Quick service highlighting techniques are applied with no colour bleed. 
Client and operator comfort and safety are ensured at all stages of the service according to relevant legislation, manufacturer's product safety data sheets and workplace policies and procedures. 
Product processing is timed through observation to achieve desired lift or colour according to manufacturer's instructions. 
Heat acceleration is applied where required to assist processing. 
Foils or plastic caps are gently loosened and removed when processed, using tepid running water to avoid stretch or damage to the hair. 
Residual product is removed at the end of processing time according to workplace procedures and manufacturer's instructions. 
After colour conditioners are applied and removed according to manufacturer's instructions. 
Clients are advised on appropriate after colour/bleach hair shampoos and conditioners. 
Sun protection strategies are suggested to clients. 
After care products are recommended and purchases are recorded on client history. 
Client history is updated to include highlighting selection, technique and outcome. 

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