Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
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.


Hair extension concepts may include:
adding length
increasing volume
adding colour
applying to full or partial head.


Hair type may include:
human hair
animal hair
synthetic hair.


Relevant legislation may include:
federal, state and local health and hygiene
occupational health and safety.


Workplace policies and procedures may include:
client comfort and safety
operator safety
health and hygiene.

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 consistently communicate, analyse, plan and then select hair type; prepare materials; and safely apply hair extensions to create finished hair designs. They must demonstrate knowledge of human and synthetic hair types, hair mixing and application techniques. They must also demonstrate knowledge and application of relevant legislation and workplace practices, particularly in regard to workplace safety and hygiene.

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 services with clients
ability to consistently use effective questioning and active listening techniques to negotiate appropriately with clients, take into account any cultural or physical requirements, and ensure client comfort and safety throughout the service
ability to select and mix hair colours and textures to blend with client's natural hair

ability to use a hair extension system to apply hair extension services to full and partial head

ability to remove and adjust existing hair extensions

ability to apply haircutting and finishing techniques to blend hair extensions with natural hair for finished designs

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

knowledge and consistent application of safe work practices and the safe use of hair extension products and equipment according to manufacturer's safety manuals, occupational health and safety requirements, and workplace procedures relevant to hair extension services

ability to complete hair extension services within designated workplace timeframes.


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:
relevant documentation, such as hair extension system manuals that include product and equipment information
workplace policy and procedures manuals
occupational health and safety legislation and regulations
a working hairdressing salon or simulated salon
clients with a range of hair extension requirements
a hair extension system that includes hair, bonding products and tools
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.
Prerequisite units:
WRHHD303A Design and apply short to medium-length hair design finishes
and
WRHHC306A Combine haircut structures on women
or
WRHHC307A Combine haircut structures for traditional and classic designs on men.
Co-requisite unit:
none.


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:
analysing characteristics and consulting with clients to negotiate a planned hair extensions outcome
organising the work area, tools and equipment
selecting and mixing hair colours and textures to blend with client's natural hair
removing and adjusting existing hair extensions
using a hair extension system to apply hair extension services for full and partial head
applying haircutting and finishing techniques to blend hair extensions with natural hair for finished designs
ensuring client and operator comfort and safety throughout the service
implementing relevant health and hygiene and occupational health and safety regulations and workplace procedures relevant to hair extension services.


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.