Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 1:32 AM AWST
22/07/2026 1:32 AM AWST
Whilst all efforts are made to provide accurate and timely information from the relevant source/documentation, please be aware that the information supplied may not be the most current version. The accuracy of the detail has not been confirmed by the Department and therefore should not be relied upon without first confirming the contents.
Combine haircut structures for traditional and classic designs on men
Combine haircut structures for traditional and classic designs on men
Unit of competency
National Code
WRHHC307B
WRHHC307B
State Code
S7127
S7127
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/09/2009
Field of Education
110303 - Hairdressing
Original Release Date
30/09/2009
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to combine haircut structures for traditional and classic finished haircut designs on men.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Analyse client characteristics and requirements.
- 1.1 Natural hair type, texture, growth patterns, fall and movement are established by physical and visual examination.
- 1.2 Facial features and bone structure are observed by visual examination.
- 1.3 Based on analysis, finished haircut designs are suggested and agreed with clients.
2 Apply cutting techniques.
- 2.1 Haircutting tools and techniques are selected and applied to achieve the planned haircut result.
- 2.2 Exterior lines and angles and/or interior guide lines are established according to the planned design.
- 2.3 Hair is evenly wet or dry and even tension is applied.
- 2.4 Clean sections with no tangle and appropriate lift and distribution of hair, or a logical sequence of over-comb techniques of hair, are maintained throughout the service and according to the haircut design.
- 2.5 Haircut structures are combined or blended and bulk is removed where appropriate to the planned haircut.
- 2.6 Client comfort, safety and hygiene are maintained throughout the haircut according to relevant legislation and workplace policies and procedures.
3 Outline haircuts.
- 3.1 Haircut outlines are marked over and behind ears using clippers where indicated by the planned finish.
- 3.2 Clippers are used to outline sideburns where indicated by the planned finish.
- 3.3 Necklines are lathered and skin is stretched and shaved in the direction of the hair growth to ensure a smooth result without discomfort to the skin.
- 3.4 Client comfort and safety are ensured during each stage.
4 Select and apply finishing techniques.
- 4.1 Client is prepared for finishing technique according to workplace procedures.
- 4.2 Appropriate finishing tools are selected and applied to achieve planned haircut finish.
- 4.3 Client satisfaction is confirmed according to his expressed haircut requirements.
- 4.4 After care product and haircut management advice is provided according to client needs.
- 4.5 Client records are updated with details of service and after care products purchased.
- 4.6 Waste is disposed of according to relevant legislation and workplace policies and procedures.
- 4.7 Equipment is cleaned or disposed of according to relevant legislation and workplace policies and procedures.
Natural hair type may include:
European
Asian
Afro.
Texture may include:
coarse
medium
fine.
Growth patterns may include:
crown area
hairline
neckline
cowlicks (whorls).
Movement may include:
straight
wavy
natural curl
chemical curl or waves
Finished haircut designs must include:
short back and sides
short, medium and long tapered
short, medium and long style cuts with square necklines
flat top (crew)
medium fashion cut spiked on top.
Clients may include:
men
boys
people from a range of social, cultural or ethnic backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities.
Haircutting tools may include:
scissors
serrated scissors
razors
clippers
combs.
Techniques may include:
scissors over-comb tapering
clippers over-comb tapering
serrated scissors over-comb thinning
layering
clubbing
graduation
texturising
cutting straight and/or curved lines
cutting square shapes
cutting soft and/or hard lines.
Relevant legislation may include:
local health
skin penetration.
Workplace policies and procedures may include:
workplace health and safety.
Finishing tools may include:
lamps
blow dryer
Denman style brushes
vent style brushes
round brushes
combs
thermal irons.
European
Asian
Afro.
Texture may include:
coarse
medium
fine.
Growth patterns may include:
crown area
hairline
neckline
cowlicks (whorls).
Movement may include:
straight
wavy
natural curl
chemical curl or waves
Finished haircut designs must include:
short back and sides
short, medium and long tapered
short, medium and long style cuts with square necklines
flat top (crew)
medium fashion cut spiked on top.
Clients may include:
men
boys
people from a range of social, cultural or ethnic backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities.
Haircutting tools may include:
scissors
serrated scissors
razors
clippers
combs.
Techniques may include:
scissors over-comb tapering
clippers over-comb tapering
serrated scissors over-comb thinning
layering
clubbing
graduation
texturising
cutting straight and/or curved lines
cutting square shapes
cutting soft and/or hard lines.
Relevant legislation may include:
local health
skin penetration.
Workplace policies and procedures may include:
workplace health and safety.
Finishing tools may include:
lamps
blow dryer
Denman style brushes
vent style brushes
round brushes
combs
thermal irons.
Overview of assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit of competency must be able to select and use scissors, clippers, razors and combs effectively to create men's haircuts. They must demonstrate the ability to consistently and methodically approach and perform men's haircuts. They must also demonstrate the consistent ability to cut short, medium and long tapered designs, square neckline shapes, flat and spiked tops, along with knowledge and skills in finishing techniques for men's haircuts.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
pre-haircutting service analysis on a variety of clients
demonstrated ability to use haircutting tools to combine haircut structures for a variety of haircut looks including:
short back and sides
short, medium and long tapered haircuts
medium fashion cut spiked on top
medium style cut with square back
flat top (crew)
outlining haircuts using:
clippers
scissors
neck shaving techniques
safe application of a variety of haircutting tools and techniques
demonstrated ability to consistently apply finishing techniques to enhance haircuts
ability to complete haircut services within designated workplace timeframes.
Context of and specific resources for 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.
Competency for this unit should be assessed through access to:
a salon or simulated salon environment
haircutting tools and equipment
clients with a variety of haircut requirements
finishing tools and equipment.
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:
conducting pre-service haircut analysis
planning and safely applying:
short back and sides haircuts
medium fashion cuts spiked on top
medium style cuts with square backs
flat top (crew) haircuts
other haircut combinations
applying after-haircut finishing techniques.
Guidance information for assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit of competency must be able to select and use scissors, clippers, razors and combs effectively to create men's haircuts. They must demonstrate the ability to consistently and methodically approach and perform men's haircuts. They must also demonstrate the consistent ability to cut short, medium and long tapered designs, square neckline shapes, flat and spiked tops, along with knowledge and skills in finishing techniques for men's haircuts.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
pre-haircutting service analysis on a variety of clients
demonstrated ability to use haircutting tools to combine haircut structures for a variety of haircut looks including:
short back and sides
short, medium and long tapered haircuts
medium fashion cut spiked on top
medium style cut with square back
flat top (crew)
outlining haircuts using:
clippers
scissors
neck shaving techniques
safe application of a variety of haircutting tools and techniques
demonstrated ability to consistently apply finishing techniques to enhance haircuts
ability to complete haircut services within designated workplace timeframes.
Context of and specific resources for 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.
Competency for this unit should be assessed through access to:
a salon or simulated salon environment
haircutting tools and equipment
clients with a variety of haircut requirements
finishing tools and equipment.
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:
conducting pre-service haircut analysis
planning and safely applying:
short back and sides haircuts
medium fashion cuts spiked on top
medium style cuts with square backs
flat top (crew) haircuts
other haircut combinations
applying after-haircut finishing techniques.
Guidance information for assessment
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S4516 | WRHHC307A | Combine haircut structures for traditional and classic designs on men | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D8694 | SIHHHCS307A | Combine structures for traditional and classic men's haircut designs | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S655 | WRH30109 | Certificate III in Hairdressing | Qualification |