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 is able to apply a variety of simple quick service braided finishes. These may be applied on the full head or partial areas of the head. Relevant health regulations and occupational health and safety legislation must be consistently implemented.

Specific evidence requirements

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

ability to consistently use effective questioning and active listening techniques to confirm service/s with client and senior operators

ability to consistently use effective questioning and active listening techniques to negotiate appropriately with clients, to take into account any cultural or physical requirements, and to ensure client comfort and safety throughout the service

ability to consistently apply single, two and three strand braiding techniques

knowledge and consistent application of workplace policies and procedures, and safe work practices in regard to drying hair to shape after other treatments

knowledge and consistent application of federal, state and local health and hygiene regulations applicable to the workplace.

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 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 working hairdressing salon or simulated salon

clients or simulated clients

relevant health regulations and workplace procedures.

Relationship to other units

In the context of an assessment-only and/or a training delivery and assessment pathway, all units that relate to a job function can be integrated for assessment purposes.

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none.

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WRHCS201A Prepare clients for salon services

WRHWP201A Assist colleagues providing multiple salon services as a team member.

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 his/her handling of a range of contingencies. Tasks may include:

consulting with senior operators to receive direction on braiding style and area to be braided

organising the work area, tools and equipment

applying single, two and three strand braiding techniques

applying finishing products as directed by a senior operator.

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.

Assessing employability skills

Employability skills are integral to effective performance in the workplace and are broadly consistent across industry sectors. How these skills are applied varies between occupations and qualifications due to the different work functions and contexts.

Employability skills embedded in this unit should be assessed holistically in the context of the job role and with other relevant units that make up the skill set or qualification.

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

Skills may include:

communication techniques, including:

using open and closed questions

speaking clearly and concisely

using appropriate language

non-verbal communication

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

sectioning skills

braiding skills.

Knowledge may include:

relevant workplace procedures to ensure the comfort and safety of client and operator

simple braided effects

the provisions of relevant health and hygiene legislation and regulations

the provisions of 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.

Clients may include:

women

men

children

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

Tools and equipment may include:

combs

sectioning clips

pins

rubber bands

ribbons

ornamentation.

Techniques may include:

on scalp

off scalp

fish tail

fish scale

tying knots.

Relevant legislation may include:

federal, state and local health 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.

Holding products may include:

sprays.