Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

SHBHDES008 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Make wigs and hairpieces

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency SHBHDES008 - Make wigs and hairpieces
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to consult with clients and analyse facial characteristics to design, recommend and hand-make wigs or hairpieces. Clients may require full wigs or hairpieces that blend with natural hair for fashion effect, due to hair loss or when performing in photographic, event, theatrical, film or television productions.This unit applies to specialist hairdressers and wigmakers. They work independently, have considerable specialist skills and knowledge and provide technical leadership, training and support to team members.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Skills must be demonstrated in a wig making environment, which may or may not be a hairdressing salon; this can be:

an industry workplace or

a simulated workplace, set up for the purpose of skills assessment, that provides services to paying members of the public.

Assessment must ensure use of:

paying clients, with different wig or hairpiece making requirements; these can be:

clients in an industry workplace or

clients in a simulated industry workplace within a training organisation who have the expectation that the services provided reflect those of a commercial business

activities that require the individual to work with commercial speed, timing and productivity to complete the production of wigs and hairpieces within designated timeframes that reflect accepted industry practice

a client consultation area with:

client chairs

mirrors

sample wigs and hairpieces

measuring equipment

wig blocks and tools to attach wigs and hairpieces

wig making tools:

wefting frame

crochet hooks

haircutting tools for finalised wig or hairpiece

a range of materials for wig or hairpiece base which can be:

galloon

tulle

net (caul)

springs

weft

a supply of hair fibres of different types to include:

human hair

synthetic fibre

animal hair

organisational procedures for:

client comfort and safety

work health and safety for making wigs

waste disposal.

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisation’s requirements for assessors; and

hold a Certificate IV qualification in Hairdressing, or be able to demonstrate equivalence of competencies; and

have at least three years full time employment experience as a wig maker where they have applied the skills and knowledge covered in this unit of competency; this cannot include any indentured traineeship or apprenticeship period.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Hair Design
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Consult with clients.
  • Discuss client needs and expectations of desired wig or hairpiece style using visual aids to assist.
  • Evaluate client facial features and bone structure for suitable complementary wig and hairpiece styles, considering the interplay of the elements and principles of hair design.
  • Discuss human hair types, synthetic hair and their suitability to meet client needs.
  • Explain, to client, cost, application technique, maintenance requirements, features and benefits of different wigs and hairpieces.
  • Determine the best wig or hairpiece design and obtain client agreement to proceed with recommendations.
  • Take key client measurements to produce wig or hairpiece.
       
Element: Select and prepare hair for use in wig or hairpiece.
  • Select hair to achieve colour, wave or curl match to client’s own hair where possible and according to client requirements.
  • Use hack safely according to organisational procedures.
  • Use root-turning procedure root to root and end to end, according to natural hair growth pattern.
  • Select and mix various hair types, according to client’s required texture, colour and curl.
       
Element: Make wigs and hairpieces.
  • Select and prepare wig and hairpiece making equipment according to planned design and techniques to be used.
  • Transfer key client measurements for base of wig accurately to block.
  • Select suitable materials for wig or hairpiece base and other wig areas to suit end product.
  • Determine procedure for securing hair on base, according to design requirements.
  • Select and use wefting or ventilating techniques, as required, to make wig or hairpiece, according to planned design.
  • Use tools and equipment safely, and dispose of waste hair and other materials, according to organisational procedures.
       
Element: Fit and adjust wigs and hairpieces.
  • Fit finished wig or hairpiece on client to ensure a firm but comfortable fit.
  • Review outcomes against client design expectations and confirm client comfort and satisfaction with result.
  • Adjust finished wig or hairpiece in response to any client concerns and own post service analysis of appearance.
  • Advise on wig or hairpiece maintenance and recommend home care products.
       


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.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Consult with clients.

1.1.Discuss client needs and expectations of desired wig or hairpiece style using visual aids to assist.

1.2.Evaluate client facial features and bone structure for suitable complementary wig and hairpiece styles, considering the interplay of the elements and principles of hair design.

1.3.Discuss human hair types, synthetic hair and their suitability to meet client needs.

1.4.Explain, to client, cost, application technique, maintenance requirements, features and benefits of different wigs and hairpieces.

1.5.Determine the best wig or hairpiece design and obtain client agreement to proceed with recommendations.

1.6.Take key client measurements to produce wig or hairpiece.

2. Select and prepare hair for use in wig or hairpiece.

2.1.Select hair to achieve colour, wave or curl match to client’s own hair where possible and according to client requirements.

2.2.Use hack safely according to organisational procedures.

2.3.Use root-turning procedure root to root and end to end, according to natural hair growth pattern.

2.4.Select and mix various hair types, according to client’s required texture, colour and curl.

3. Make wigs and hairpieces.

3.1.Select and prepare wig and hairpiece making equipment according to planned design and techniques to be used.

3.2.Transfer key client measurements for base of wig accurately to block.

3.3.Select suitable materials for wig or hairpiece base and other wig areas to suit end product.

3.4.Determine procedure for securing hair on base, according to design requirements.

3.5.Select and use wefting or ventilating techniques, as required, to make wig or hairpiece, according to planned design.

3.6.Use tools and equipment safely, and dispose of waste hair and other materials, according to organisational procedures.

4. Fit and adjust wigs and hairpieces.

4.1.Fit finished wig or hairpiece on client to ensure a firm but comfortable fit.

4.2.Review outcomes against client design expectations and confirm client comfort and satisfaction with result.

4.3.Adjust finished wig or hairpiece in response to any client concerns and own post service analysis of appearance.

4.4.Advise on wig or hairpiece maintenance and recommend home care products.

Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:

consult with at least four clients and complete an analysis covering the following characteristics to design and recommend appropriate finished wigs and hairpieces:

facial features and bone structure

where hair is present:

natural hair type

hair texture

growth patterns

movement

length and structure of haircut

where hair loss and scarring is a significant concern:

scalp condition and comfort requirements

where wigs and hairpieces will be used for photographic, event, theatrical, film or television productions:

period requirements

theme or special requirements

for two of the above clients, produce full head wigs that achieve the planned designs using at least two of the following fibres:

human hair

synthetic fibre

animal hair

for two of the above clients, produce hairpieces chosen from the following types and achieve the planned designs:

toupees

long or short frangia

one, two and three stem switch

button

postiche

wiglet

use wefting techniques and at least two of the following ventilating techniques cumulatively across the suite of wigs and hairpieces produced:

single

double

triple

English.

Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:

key characteristics and interrelationships of the elements and principles of hair design and use in designing and producing wigs and hairpieces to suit client characteristics;

elements of hair design:

line

shape

direction

size

texture

colour

principles of hair design:

balance

gradation

repetition

contrast

harmony

dominance

unity

different facial shapes and hair designs which best complement

key design and structural features of different types of wigs and hairpieces:

full head wigs

toupees

long or short frangia

one, two or three stem switch

button

postiche

wiglet

appropriate methods to fit and secure wigs and hair pieces to avoid pressure alopecia

characteristics of the following hair fibres used in wigs and hairpieces, suitable bases and techniques used to construct each:

human hair:

European

Asian

Euro-Asian

African

synthetic fibre

animal hair

techniques used in wig and hairpiece making and how these would be chosen:

mixing various hair types

ventilating techniques:

single

double

triple

English

wefting

key considerations for choosing specific wig and hairpiece fibres, bases, stitches and knots:

client preferences

theme, special or period requirements for photographic, event, theatrical, film or television use

characteristics of client’s natural hair

client scalp comfort, especially where hair loss and scarring is a significant concern

key features of different types of tools, head blocks and attachments, and suitability for use in producing different types of wigs and hairpieces

key client measurements required to produce wigs and hairpieces

maintenance requirements for wigs and hairpieces with different types of stitching, knotting and fibres

industry practices and organisational procedures for:

work health and safety for making wigs and hairpieces, with particular emphasis on using correct techniques to hold, grip and manipulate tools to avoid fatigue and injury

environmentally sound disposal methods for wig making waste.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Consult with clients.

1.1.Discuss client needs and expectations of desired wig or hairpiece style using visual aids to assist.

1.2.Evaluate client facial features and bone structure for suitable complementary wig and hairpiece styles, considering the interplay of the elements and principles of hair design.

1.3.Discuss human hair types, synthetic hair and their suitability to meet client needs.

1.4.Explain, to client, cost, application technique, maintenance requirements, features and benefits of different wigs and hairpieces.

1.5.Determine the best wig or hairpiece design and obtain client agreement to proceed with recommendations.

1.6.Take key client measurements to produce wig or hairpiece.

2. Select and prepare hair for use in wig or hairpiece.

2.1.Select hair to achieve colour, wave or curl match to client’s own hair where possible and according to client requirements.

2.2.Use hack safely according to organisational procedures.

2.3.Use root-turning procedure root to root and end to end, according to natural hair growth pattern.

2.4.Select and mix various hair types, according to client’s required texture, colour and curl.

3. Make wigs and hairpieces.

3.1.Select and prepare wig and hairpiece making equipment according to planned design and techniques to be used.

3.2.Transfer key client measurements for base of wig accurately to block.

3.3.Select suitable materials for wig or hairpiece base and other wig areas to suit end product.

3.4.Determine procedure for securing hair on base, according to design requirements.

3.5.Select and use wefting or ventilating techniques, as required, to make wig or hairpiece, according to planned design.

3.6.Use tools and equipment safely, and dispose of waste hair and other materials, according to organisational procedures.

4. Fit and adjust wigs and hairpieces.

4.1.Fit finished wig or hairpiece on client to ensure a firm but comfortable fit.

4.2.Review outcomes against client design expectations and confirm client comfort and satisfaction with result.

4.3.Adjust finished wig or hairpiece in response to any client concerns and own post service analysis of appearance.

4.4.Advise on wig or hairpiece maintenance and recommend home care products.

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
Discuss client needs and expectations of desired wig or hairpiece style using visual aids to assist. 
Evaluate client facial features and bone structure for suitable complementary wig and hairpiece styles, considering the interplay of the elements and principles of hair design. 
Discuss human hair types, synthetic hair and their suitability to meet client needs. 
Explain, to client, cost, application technique, maintenance requirements, features and benefits of different wigs and hairpieces. 
Determine the best wig or hairpiece design and obtain client agreement to proceed with recommendations. 
Take key client measurements to produce wig or hairpiece. 
Select hair to achieve colour, wave or curl match to client’s own hair where possible and according to client requirements. 
Use hack safely according to organisational procedures. 
Use root-turning procedure root to root and end to end, according to natural hair growth pattern. 
Select and mix various hair types, according to client’s required texture, colour and curl. 
Select and prepare wig and hairpiece making equipment according to planned design and techniques to be used. 
Transfer key client measurements for base of wig accurately to block. 
Select suitable materials for wig or hairpiece base and other wig areas to suit end product. 
Determine procedure for securing hair on base, according to design requirements. 
Select and use wefting or ventilating techniques, as required, to make wig or hairpiece, according to planned design. 
Use tools and equipment safely, and dispose of waste hair and other materials, according to organisational procedures. 
Fit finished wig or hairpiece on client to ensure a firm but comfortable fit. 
Review outcomes against client design expectations and confirm client comfort and satisfaction with result. 
Adjust finished wig or hairpiece in response to any client concerns and own post service analysis of appearance. 
Advise on wig or hairpiece maintenance and recommend home care products. 

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