Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use a variety of styling tools to dry hair to shape, as directed by a senior operator.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to salon assistants who work in hairdressing salons, applying drying finishes following services performed by hairdressers in the salon team. Tools to be used and the required finish are usually specified by the hairdresser who has performed the major service.
A person undertaking this role works under supervision and guidance from others.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Nil
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
1. Consult with supervising hairdresser and prepare for service. |
1.1. Confirm desired finish with supervising hairdresser. 1.2. Select tools , equipment and styling aids as directed by supervising hairdresser. 1.3. Apply styling aids, according to manufacturer and supervising hairdresser instructions. |
2. Complete dry. |
2.1. Commence drying on the area of the head directed by supervising hairdresser. 2.2. Dry hair thoroughly using systematic sectioning. 2.3. Apply brushes or fingers and warm air in the direction of imbrications on hair shaft to achieve the predetermined finish . 2.4. Ensure client and operator comfort and safety throughout the service, according to salon procedures . |
3. Finish hair. |
3.1. Finish dried hair after checking and direction from supervising hairdresser. 3.2. Apply finishing products where directed by senior operator and requested by client. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
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. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure access to:
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:
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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 day-to-day basis in the workplace as part of work processes. This does not mean that each skill described by a unit of competency is pre-requisite to another— they are related skills. Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, salon and job role is recommended, for example:
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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. |
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Desired finishes may include: |
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Tools may include: |
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Equipment may include: |
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Styling aids may include: |
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Predetermined finish may include: |
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Clients may include: |
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Salon procedures may include: |
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Finishing products may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Hairdressing