Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Sources of information may include:
industry journals and magazines
industry seminars
information sessions
national and global professional associations
product companies brochures and advertising
internet
fashion magazines
individuals with relevant expertise.
Intellectual property and copyright requirements may include:
extent to which the work can be used
procedures for seeking permission to use the work of others, including systems for the administration of copyright
protocols for the adaption of work by others
relevant legislation, such as fair trading.
Implications and consequences may include:
required costs
required training
advertising and promotional activities
capable staff with expertise.
Specific resource requirements may include :
salon space
storage space
reoccurring costs
training.

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.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
researching and experimenting with a wide range of techniques and technologies that may be used and adapted for hairdressing work
creating innovative hair design work through appropriate research and experimentation
applying appropriate communication and teamwork skills in collaborating with team members in the process to experiment with new techniques and technologies to achieve creative hair designs
developing strategies for sharing new and advanced knowledge with other team members.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
a fully stocked and operational salon or simulated salon environment that includes a range of work situations such as client interruptions and involvement in other related activities normally expected in the salon
session styling settings, such as events, film sets, photographic studios or platform work
library, internet and film media research sources
a range of hairdressing products, equipment, hair accessories, props and audiovisual resources
relevant occupational health and safety regulations.
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:
direct observation of the learner performing a range of tasks in session styling environments, over sufficient time to demonstrate his or her handling of a range of contingencies. Tasks may include:
researching and experimenting with new techniques to produce innovative and creative hair designs.
reviewing and evaluating information gathered and determining training and resources requirements
presenting and sharing new techniques and advanced technical knowledge with other staff
case studies that involve planning and creating new innovative work and services resulting from industry research
review of portfolios of evidence and third-party reports of on-the-job performance.
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 prerequisite to another—they are related skills.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, salon and job role is recommended, for example:
SIHHTLS401A Provide technical leadership within the hairdressing context
SIHHCLS406A Solve complex colour problems
SIHHCLS407A Apply creative colouring and lightening techniques to enhance hair designs
SIHHHCS410A Design and perform creative haircuts
SIHHHRS405A Apply chemical reformation techniques to enhance hair designs