Make wigs and hairpieces

Unit of competency Outline

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Unit of competency

National Code
SHBHDES008

State Code
AWY24

TGA Status
Current

DTWD Status
Approved

Current Release Number
1.00

Current Release Date
31/03/2016

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

12/10/2016

Field of Education

110303 - Hairdressing

Original Release Date

12/10/2016

Nominal Hours

100

Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to consult with clients and analyse facial characteristics to design, recommend and hand-make wigs or hairpieces. Clients may require full wigs or hairpieces that blend with natural hair for fashion effect, due to hair loss or when performing in photographic, event, theatrical, film or television productions.This unit applies to specialist hairdressers and wigmakers. They work independently, have considerable specialist skills and knowledge and provide technical leadership, training and support to team members.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Consult with clients.

1.1.Discuss client needs and expectations of desired wig or hairpiece style using visual aids to assist.
1.2.Evaluate client facial features and bone structure for suitable complementary wig and hairpiece styles, considering the interplay of the elements and principles of hair design.
1.3.Discuss human hair types, synthetic hair and their suitability to meet client needs.
1.4.Explain, to client, cost, application technique, maintenance requirements, features and benefits of different wigs and hairpieces.
1.5.Determine the best wig or hairpiece design and obtain client agreement to proceed with recommendations.
1.6.Take key client measurements to produce wig or hairpiece.

2. Select and prepare hair for use in wig or hairpiece.

2.1.Select hair to achieve colour, wave or curl match to client’s own hair where possible and according to client requirements.
2.2.Use hack safely according to organisational procedures.
2.3.Use root-turning procedure root to root and end to end, according to natural hair growth pattern.
2.4.Select and mix various hair types, according to client’s required texture, colour and curl.

3. Make wigs and hairpieces.

3.1.Select and prepare wig and hairpiece making equipment according to planned design and techniques to be used.
3.2.Transfer key client measurements for base of wig accurately to block.
3.3.Select suitable materials for wig or hairpiece base and other wig areas to suit end product.
3.4.Determine procedure for securing hair on base, according to design requirements.
3.5.Select and use wefting or ventilating techniques, as required, to make wig or hairpiece, according to planned design.
3.6.Use tools and equipment safely, and dispose of waste hair and other materials, according to organisational procedures.

4. Fit and adjust wigs and hairpieces.

4.1.Fit finished wig or hairpiece on client to ensure a firm but comfortable fit.
4.2.Review outcomes against client design expectations and confirm client comfort and satisfaction with result.
4.3.Adjust finished wig or hairpiece in response to any client concerns and own post service analysis of appearance.
4.4.Advise on wig or hairpiece maintenance and recommend home care products.

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Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
D8705	SIHHHDS408A	Make wigs and hairpieces	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
BAA4	SHB40216	Certificate IV in Hairdressing	Qualification
BGT1	CUA60620	Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media	Qualification