Modification History
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Unit Descriptor
Unit Descriptor |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to consult with patients, diagnose types of scalp hair loss and assess the suitability of therapeutic treatments. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the Unit |
This unit requires the application of questioning and active listening skills. It also requires an ability to diagnose possible causes and types of hair loss and assess the potential for response or non-response to hair loss therapy, along with the ability to communicate that assessment to the patient. Knowledge of the causes and characteristics of treatable and non-treatable hair loss, along with knowledge of relevant local health regulations and workplace procedures in relation to hygiene are 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
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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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Consult with the patient. |
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An accurately recorded history of patient hair loss signs and symptoms is obtained through questioning and active listening. |
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Physical and visual examination of hair and scalp are conducted according to relevant legislation and workplace policies and procedures . |
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Microscopic examination of sample hairs is conducted and interpreted if indicated. |
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Assess hair loss. |
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Information from patient consultation including microscopic hair analysis is organised and assessed. |
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An assessment of the type of hair loss , likely cause and treatment prognosis is made based on analysis. |
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Communicate hair loss assessment to patient. |
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Consultation assessment is explained to client. |
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Hair loss treatment options and costs are discussed and a treatment program is confirmed with patient where treatment is indicated. |
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Patient is referred to other professionals where indicated by the assessment. |
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 conduct a full hair loss diagnosis, recognise the most likely causes of hair loss and the potential to arrest hair loss through hair loss therapy and/or through referral to another professional. |
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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 is a co-requisite for a range of trichology units. It requires an assessment outcome that includes evidence of the application of knowledge of nutrition and skin and hair science in the performance of trichological treatments. Prerequisite units :
Co-requisite units :
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Method of assessment |
The following assessment method is 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. |
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. |
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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Recorded history may include: |
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Patients may include: |
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Relevant legislation may include: |
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Workplace policies and procedures may include: |
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Microscopic hair analysis may include: |
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Type of hair loss may include: |
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Treatment prognosis may include: |
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Other professionals may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency field
Competency Field |
Hairdressing |