Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit Descriptor |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design and perform corrective hair colour services, and/or provide advice to other operators performing those services, to resolve complex colour problems. This unit of competency will apply to experienced hairdressers playing a technical leadership and/or support role in the workplace. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the Unit |
This unit requires the operator to communicate with clients regarding their colour problem and desired hair colour finish. It involves analysis of the characteristics of hair, including hair condition, existing chemical damage, natural base colour, artificial base colour/s and the selection and application of products that remove and correct unwanted colour, colour undertones or bleached effects from the hair. Knowledge of the workplace hair colour/lightening range and colour correction products, along with a knowledge of relevant local health regulations and the workplace approach to colour services, with particular emphasis on client and operator safety, are also required. In the context of an assessment-only and/or a training delivery and assessment pathway, units of competency that relate to this unit are identified in the evidence guide of this unit. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the level of performance required to demonstrate achievement of the element. The variables for the bold italicised text are outlined in the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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Develop advanced product knowledge and application techniques. |
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Colour correction product knowledge is developed, maintained and conveyed to other staff members as required. |
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Technical solutions , techniques and application procedures are researched, developed, applied and conveyed or demonstrated to other staff members. |
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Consult with clients and prepare for colour correction services. |
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Existing hair colour and hair condition are analysed through physical and visual examination. |
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Client history is referred to and previous colour is discussed with client where applicable. |
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Client dissatisfaction with current hair colour is established through questioning and active listening. |
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A desired finished result and corrective colour treatment program , including risks, time and costs are discussed and confirmed with client. |
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A range of relevant products are selected according to the planned treatment program. |
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Perform colour deposit/lifting service. |
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Strand test is applied where indicated by the client analysis before a decision is taken to proceed. |
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Colour deposit /lifting products are applied and removed according to manufacturer's instructions and where indicated by the colour correction plan. |
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Application methods and techniques are applied where indicated by the colour correction plan. |
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Client and operator comfort and safety are ensured at all stages of the service according to relevant legislation , manufacturer's product safety data sheets, and workplace policies and procedures . |
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Perform specialist colour corrective service. |
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A variety of colour corrective techniques and services are applied without damage to the hair or scalp. |
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Client and operator comfort and safety are applied throughout the service according to workplace procedures and manufacturer's product safety data. |
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Final colour result is achieved consistent with predetermined colour result and client satisfaction is confirmed. |
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Client after care products and further appointments are recommended and confirmed. |
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Client history is updated to include colour problem analysis product selection, application techniques, processing methods and timing, outcome of service and home hair care products recommended and purchased. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
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This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level , required for this unit . |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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Overview of assessment A person who demonstrates competency in this unit of competency must be able to apply knowledge of the use and application of a broad range of products to solve complex colour problems on different clients. This will take the form of working in a team to provide technical advice to other operators on colour correction strategies and techniques. Knowledge of and skill in applying relevant legislation and workplace procedures that ensure client and operator comfort, health and safety must also be demonstrated. |
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Specific evidence requirements |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
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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:
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Relationship to other units |
This unit requires an assessment outcome that includes evidence of advanced technical knowledge of the chemical and physical effects of hair colour and lightening colour products on the hair. In a workplace environment, solving complex colour problems requires significant experience in colour and lightening services and the application of colour correction practices. Prerequisite units :
Co-requisite unit :
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Method of assessment |
The following assessment methods are suggested.
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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. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. |
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Technical solutions must include: |
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Existing hair colour may include: |
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Hair condition must include: |
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Client history must include: |
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Clients may include: |
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Corrective colour treatment programs must include: |
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Colour deposit /lifting products must include: |
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Client and operator comfort and safety must include: |
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Relevant legislation may include: |
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Workplace policies and procedures may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency field
Competency Field |
Hairdressing |