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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Analyse client characteristics.
  2. Consult with client and confirm a finished look.
  3. Apply relevant techniques to create a finished design.

Required Skills

Required skills

communication skills to

interact with clients

consult with clients during preservice analysis

check client comfort during the hair design finishing process

confirm client satisfaction with hair design results

design skills to

conduct hair design analysis

apply the elements and principles design to design finished looks

technical skills to safely apply a wide range of finishing products tools and techniques to create finished hair designs

numeracy skills to manage the completion of hair design services within salon timeframes

Required knowledge

elements and principles of design as they are applied to hair design

effects of humidity on temporary design finishes

workplace styling products range

Evidence Required

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

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

Evidence of the following is essential

analysing and identifying the elements of hair designs and alternative techniques that may be applied to achieve those designs

applying a range of classic and current hair designs on short to medium length hair

ensuring client comfort and safety throughout the service

following salon procedures relevant to the service

ability to complete short to medium finished designs within designated workplace timeframes

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to

a salon or a simulated salon environment that includes a range of work situations such as client interruptions and involvement in other related activities normally expected in the salon

an adjustable client chair

a clean client gown or wrap

a supply of clean towels

hair design equipment including

combs

brushes

rollers

clips

blow dryer

heat diffuser

heat lamps

hair dryer

a range of clients with short to medium length hair for hair design services

styling products

relevant documentation including

product and equipment instructions and safety data sheets

salon procedures

For further guidance on the use of an appropriate simulated environment refer to the Assessment Guidelines in this Training Package

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge The following examples are appropriate for this unit

direct observation of the learner

analysing characteristics and consulting with clients to negotiate a planned design outcome

applying styling products tools and equipment to achieve a range of designs on short to medium length hair

review of portfolios of evidence and thirdparty reports of onthejob performance

Guidance information for assessment

A unit of competency describes an individual skill but people rarely perform one skill at a time Many skills are combined on a daytoday basis in the workplace as part of work processes This does not mean that each skill described by a unit of competency is prerequisite to another they are related skills

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector salon and job role is recommended for example

SIHHCCSA Perform a full client consultation

SIHHCCS302A Perform a full client consultation

SIRXCOMA Communicate in the workplace

SIRXCOM001A Communicate in the workplace

SIRXSLSA Advise on products and services

SIRXSLS002A Advise on products and services


Range Statement

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that 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) may also be included.

Natural hair type may include:

European

African

Asian.

Texture may include:

coarse

medium

fine.

Growth patterns may include:

crown area

hairline

neckline

cowlicks (whorls).

Fall and movement may include:

straight

wavy

natural curl

chemical curl or waves.

Facial features and bone structure may include:

square

round

oval

combination of shapes

unusual facial shapes.

Elements and principles of design may include:

elements, such as:

straight or curved lines

shape

direction

size

texture

colour

principles, such as:

balance

graduation

repetition

contrast

harmony

dominance

unity.

Client may include:

women

men

children

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

Visual examples may include:

magazine shots

photographs

quick sketches or simple line drawings

hair design text books.

Styling products may include:

setting lotions

gels

glazes

mousses

waxes

sprays.

Styling tools and techniques may include:

tools, including:

combs

brushes

clips

rollers

blow dryers

heat diffusers

drying lamps

techniques, including:

blow drying

blow waving

moulding

water waving

roller placement

pin curling

lamp drying

heat diffusers.

Salon procedures may include:

procedures that comply with state or territory and local government health regulations relevant to the service

occupational health and safety

environmental protection practices, such as:

waste minimisation

waste disposal.

Finishing tools and techniques may include:

tools:

combs

brushes

tongs

straightening irons

techniques:

brushing

dry moulding

placing

backcombing

smoothing.

Home hair care products may include:

shampoos

conditioners

styling aids, such as:

mousses

lotions

gels

hair sprays

texturising products.