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

Skills may include

combing hair for minimum stretch

sectioning hair

using sectioning clips

manipulating haircutting tools and combs

manipulating finishing tools and equipment

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

Knowledge may include

the natural distribution and growth patterns of hair

the relationship between the quality of hair and the finished result

the relationship between sectioningparting patterns and the finished result

the reasons for natural fall and no lift

the shapes of one lengthsolid haircuts

the structure of one lengthsolid haircuts

the texture of one lengthsolid haircuts

the relationship between the position of the head and the finished haircut result

the definition of designweight line

the definition of stationary design line

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 use scissors clippers and combs effectively to create one lengthsolid form haircuts They must demonstrate an ability to consistently and methodically approach and perform solid form haircuts controlling the hair with even tension and the ability to cut various directions of solid lines They must also demonstrate knowledge and skill in finishing techniques for one lengthsolid form haircuts

Specific evidence requirements

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

consistently holding and applying scissors andor clippers or razors to create solid lines

consistently parting the hair with clean sections and partings throughout the haircut

consistently establishing one lengthsolid haircut lines on the skin or free fall to match the plan

consistently applying hands scissors andor clippers to base partings in a parallel manner

consistently adjusting the position of the clients head and neck during the haircut service for minimum lift and natural fall of hair in order to achieve solid form

consistently maintaining the hair evenly wet or dry and applying minimum tension in order to achieve solid form

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 andor the technical expert working in partnership with the assessor The technical expert may include the hairdresser andor an experienced person at the workplace

Competency should be demonstrated in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment in a range of situations that 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

a salon or simulated salon environment

haircutting tools and equipment

clients or hair wefts

finishing tools and equipment

Relationship to other units

This unit requires an assessment outcome that includes evidence of the ability to analyse and plan one lengthsolid haircut structures and to prepare select and safely apply haircutting tools

Prerequisite unit

WRHCSA Prepare clients for salon services

WRHCS201A Prepare clients for salon services.

Corequisite unit

WRHHCA Design haircut structures

WRHHC301A Design haircut structures.

Method of assessment

The following assessment method is suggested

Observation of the learner performing a range of tasks in an actual or simulated work environment over sufficient time to demonstrate hisher handling of a range of contingencies Tasks may include

developing plans for one lengthsolid haircut structures

applying one lengthsolid haircut techniques

applying finishing techniques to one lengthsolid haircuts

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

Haircut plan must include:

Appropriate tools and cutting techniques must include:

Finishing tools and equipment may include: