Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 11:02 PM AWST
22/07/2026 11:02 PM AWST
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Style wigs and hairpieces for productions
Style wigs and hairpieces for productions
Unit of competency
National Code
CUAMUP414
CUAMUP414
State Code
ODJ00
ODJ00
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
110303 - Hairdressing
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
120
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to style wigs and hairpieces for productions in the film, television, photographic and live entertainment industries. It involves confirming wigs and hairpieces are prepared for application, and applying and styling wigs and hairpieces according to production requirements.The unit applies to those who use different temporary colouring, setting and dressing methods to produce the required appearance of wigs and hairpieces for performers. They may work independently or as a member of a make-up and hair design team and are also responsible for the maintenance of wigs and hairpieces.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for styling wigs and hairpieces
- 1.1 Confirm hairstyle design and production requirements with required personnel
- 1.2 Select wigs and hairpieces for required hairstyles and according to performer measurements
- 1.3 Check facilities and equipment meet health, hygiene and safety requirements
- 1.4 Clean and condition wigs and hairpieces according to production requirements
2. Prepare performer and apply wigs and hairpieces
- 2.1 Test performer skin for potential adverse reaction to wigs and hairpieces and take remedial action as required
- 2.2 Prepare performer natural hair in preparation for wig and hairpiece application using dressing techniques
- 2.3 Prepare performers for application of wigs and hairpieces according to production requirements
- 2.4 Apply wigs and hairpieces to performers and adjust according to production requirements
3. Apply design finishes to wigs and hairpieces
- 3.1 Select styling aids, tools and techniques according to production requirements
- 3.2 Finalise wigs and hairpieces according to production requirements
- 3.3 Produce hairstyles according to production requirements
- 3.4 Attach wigs and hairpieces to performer head or place wigs and hairpieces on head blocks for later fitting
- 3.5 Document hair designs for future performances and continuity purposes
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWH86 | CUAMUP404 | Style wigs and hairpieces for performances or productions | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGU7 | CUA51020 | Diploma of Screen and Media | Qualification |