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Elements and Performance Criteria

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

Required Skills

Required skills

communication skills to

interact with clients

consult with clients during preservice design analysis

check client comfort during hair design preparation and finishing confirm client satisfaction with hair design results

design skills to

conduct hair design analysis

apply the elements and principles of design to design finished looks

technical skills to

select and apply styling products from the salon range

prepare the hair for finishing

back comb hair

smooth and place hair

secure long hair using a variety of bands hooks and pins from the salon range

apply finishing products to hold the design products tools and techniques to create finished hair designs

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

Required knowledge

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

the effects of humidity on long hair design finishes

the 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 long hair designs and alternative techniques that may be applied to achieve those designs

applying up styles that include braids chignons roll and twists

completing long hair design services 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

clips

padding

hot rollers

blow dryer

flat iron

a range of clients with long 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 consulting with clients and applying tools and equipment to complete long hair designs

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 anotherthey 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

SIHHCCSA Plan services for special events

SIHHCCS304A Plan services for special events

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).

Length, structure and movement may include:

shoulder length

below shoulder length

one length or solid

graduated

combination of structures

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

gradation

repetition

contrast

harmony

dominance

unity.

Clients may include:

women

children

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

Long hair designs must include:

braids

classic French rolls

classic victory rolls

twists

classic chignons.

Long hair designs may include:

knots

curls

waves

texture

ornamentation.

Visual examples may include:

magazine shots

photographs

quick sketches or simple line drawings

hair design text books.

Styling products may include:

gels

glazes

mousses

waxes

setting lotions

sprays.

Relevant hair preparation methods may include:

applying styling products

blow drying using a round brush for volume

blow drying hair straight or smooth

applying flat irons to straighten hair

applying hot rollers to set hair.

Relevant finishing techniques may include:

finishing techniques, such as:

brushing

dry moulding

placing

backcombing

smoothing over backcombing

securing the hair using bands or pins that are not visible in the finished design

applying fixing products such as hair sprays.

Salon procedures may include:

client comfort and safety

operator safety

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

environmental protection practices, such as:

waste minimisation

waste disposal

water efficiency.

Home hair care products may include:

shampoos

conditioners

styling aids, such as:

mousses

lotions

gels

hair sprays

texturising products.