Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Clarify hairdressing requirements

1.1 In consultation with relevant personnel, identify factors impact how hair needs to be styled to meet production requirements

1.2 Source reference materials and research aspects of hairdressing assignments

1.3 Generate a range of ideas for hair designs that take account of discussions, background research and an appreciation of how hairstyles can enhance characterisation

1.4 Maintain currency of reference materials, documentation and findings, for use by relevant personnel

1.5 Take into account the effect lighting has on hair colour and aspects of physical appearance when preparing designs

1.6 Prepare hair designs in an appropriate format and discuss with relevant personnel

1.7 Refine designs to incorporate feedback as required

2. Prepare for hairdressing assignments

2.1 Check styling aids and hairdressing tools are available in line with production schedules

2.2 Determine variables of working environment and adjust planned procedures as required

2.3 Take into account characteristics of performers’ hair and physical appearance that may affect the way in which the desired style is achieved

2.4 Explain hairdressing procedures to performers and respond appropriately to their questions

2.5 Check facilities and equipment meet health, hygiene and safety requirements

3. Create hair designs

3.1 Select styling aids, tools and techniques appropriate to required hairstyles

3.2 Test performers’ skin for potential adverse reactions and take immediate and appropriate action if required

3.3 Check performers are comfortable during hairdressing sessions

3.4 Produce hair designs according to production requirements, including accurate creation of period hairstyles

3.5 Confirm with relevant personnel that hair designs meet production requirements and adjust styles as required

3.6 Make required adjustments to performers’ hair quickly and accurately at appropriate times during productions

3.7 Re-create the same designs for performers on consecutive occasions as required

3.8 Document hair designs for future performances and continuity purposes

Skill 

Performance  Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.2, 2.2, 3.4

• Recognises and interprets textual information and relates content to the activities of the performance or production

Writing

1.4, 2.2, 3.8

• Documents research results for future reference
• Completes and amends workplace documentation in accordance with production requirements

Oral Communication

1.1, 1.6, 2.4, 3.3, 3.5

• Provides information using language and non-verbal features appropriate to the audience
• Employs listening and questioning techniques to confirm understanding

Navigate the world of work

2.5, 3.2, 3.3

• Follows workplace procedures and protocols, and safety requirements at all times to assist with production

Interact with others

1.1, 1.6, 3.5

• Works collaboratively with relevant personal to confirm requirements and advise of any changes
• Follows accepted communication practices and protocols

Get the work done

1.3-1.5, 2.1-2.3, 3.1-3.4, 3.6, 3.7

• Plans, organises and implements tasks required to achieve production requirements
• Makes decisions about required adjustments to make-up and hair during productions
• Generates creative ideas for hair design to meet production requirements

Code and title  

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

CUAMUP403 Style hair for performances or productions

CUFMUP403A Style hair for performances or productions

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages.

Minor edits to performance criteria.

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.