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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Designing Ladies Hair Styles 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
11858  Designing Ladies Hair Styles 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Hairdressing Cosmetology and Beauty 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 11 - Services Personal Care 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 3  NQF Level 03  10 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Registered" 		 2001-06-13  2004-06-13  SAQA 0936/01 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2005-06-13   2008-06-13  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
Qualifying Learners credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate and discuss hair design/styling services on Ladies Caucasian type hair. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Literacy, communication and language skills equal to a NQF Level 1 Certificate.
Unit Standard 3PCH - Sanitation and Sterilisation for Hairdressing.
Unit Standard 4PCH - Receiving and Consulting with Hairdressing Clients.
Unit Standard 5PCLH - Shampooing of Ladies Hair.
Unit Standard 6 PCLH - Conditioning of Ladies Hair. 

UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
The typical scope of this unit standard is the hairdressing salon/working environment within the scope of Ladies Hairdressing - Caucasian type hair. 

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
Design a whole head of finger waves on short and medium length wet hair, using the fingers 
OUTCOME NOTES 
Determine after consultation, the most aesthetically suitable hairstyle for the client and design a whole head of finger waves on short and medium length wet hair, using the fingers and cutting comb only. Finger waving must be demonstrated with and without a parting using vertical, horizontal and diagonal finger waves. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. The workstation is prepared for the pending service. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
2. The client is consulted with in a professional manner. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
3. The client is gowned and protected in readiness for the shampooing service, according to salon procedures. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
4. The client's hair is analysed through questioning and physical examination and the information is recorded on the analysis card. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
5. The client's hair is shampooed and conditioner and styling aids applied if necessary. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
6. Finger waving is demonstrated on a full head of hair using the fingers and cutting comb only. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
7. The hair is moulded starting at the open end. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
8. C-shapes are moved into opposite directions using connecting lines. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
9. Ridges are formed with connecting lines. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 10 
10. The design is finished off with the closed end. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 11 
11. Throughout the service, sanitation and hygienic procedures are demonstrated. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 12 
12. The client is frequently consulted with to ensure requirements are met. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 13 
13. The safety precautions involved with hair design are stated, explained and demonstrated. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 14 
14. An effective hairstyle is produced within a commercially viable time. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 15 
15. Suitable home care products are recommended to the client. 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
Design a hairstyle for the whole head with pin curls using volume, flat, clock/anti-clockwise pins 
OUTCOME NOTES 
Determine after consultation, the most aesthetically suitable hairstyle for the client and design a hairstyle for the whole head with pin curls using volume, flat, clockwise and anti-clockwise pin curls. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. The workstation is prepared for the pending service. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
2. The client is consulted with in a professional manner. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
3. The client is gowned and protected in readiness for the shampooing service, according to salon procedures. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
4. The client's hair is analysed through questioning and physical examination and the information is recorded on the analysis card. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
5. The hair is shampooed and conditioned in readiness for the service. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
6. A pin curl style is designed by means of a tail comb, pin curls clips and styling aids. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
7. The client is placed under the hairdryer. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
8. The hair is brushed and smoothed to remove marks and dry moulded into the desired style. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
9. The hair is dressed into desired style, using brush and/or comb to achieve volume, lift, curl and wave movement. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 10 
10. Balance, style and effect are checked with the aid of mirrors. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 11 
11. Appropriate tools and products are used to style hair including pre and after setting and styling aids. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 12 
12. Proper safety procedures are demonstrated and explained according to industry standards. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 13 
13. Sanitation and hygienic practices are demonstrated throughout the service. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 14 
14. The client is consulted with to ensure requirements are met. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 15 
15. An effective hairstyle is produced within a commercially viable time. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 16 
16. Suitable home care products are recommended to the client. 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
Design short, medium and long hairstyles with the use of rollers. 
OUTCOME NOTES 
Determine after consultation, the most aesthetically suitable hairstyle for the client and design short, medium and long hairstyles with the use of rollers. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. The workstation is prepared for the pending service. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
2. The client is consulted with in a professional manner. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
3. The client is gowned and protected in readiness for the shampooing service, according to salon procedures. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
4. The client's hair is analysed through questioning and physical examination and the information is recorded on the analysis card. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
5. The client's hair is shampooed and conditioned. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
6. A hairstyle with rollers is designed. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
7. Styling aids are used if required. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
8. Roller control including volume and indentation is planned and executed according to the desired end result. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
9. Neat partings are demonstrated. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 10 
10. The hair is neatly placed on the roller. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 11 
11. The rollers are neatly and correctly placed. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 12 
12. The hair tension on the roller is correct. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 13 
13. The rollers are effectively secured and/or pinned. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 14 
14. The whole head is set with rollers. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 15 
15. The client is placed under the hair dryer and client comfort is ensured. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 16 
16. The hair is checked to see whether it is dry all over. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 17 
17. The rollers are unrolled in the correct manner starting at the nape area. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 18 
18. The hair is brushed and smoothed to remove roller marks, and dry moulded into the desired style. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 19 
19. The hair is dressed into desired style, using brush and/or comb to achieve volume, lift, curl and wave movement. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 20 
20. Balance, style and effect are checked with the aid of mirrors. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 21 
21. Appropriate tools and products are used to style hair including pre and after setting and styling aids. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 22 
22. Proper safety procedures are demonstrated and explained according to industry standards. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 23 
23. Sanitation and hygienic practices are demonstrated throughout the service. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 24 
24. The client is consulted with to ensure requirements are met. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 25 
25. An effective hairstyle is produced within a commercially viable time. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 26 
26. Suitable home care products are recommended to the client. 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
Design a hairstyle with single / multiple strands within the scope of weaving, roping, twisting, etc 
OUTCOME NOTES 
Determine after consultation, the most aesthetically suitable hairstyle for the client and design a hairstyle with single and multiple strands within the scope of weaving, roping, twisting, plaiting, corn rowing and braiding. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. The workstation is prepared for the service. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
2. The client is consulted with, in a professional manner to identify hair and scalp condition and to establish style requirements. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
3. The client is gowned and protected in readiness for the service according to salon procedures. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
4. The client's hair is shampooed and conditioning agents are applied following manufacturer's instructions. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
5. The hair is sectioned according to the desired style. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
6. The correct techniques for single and multiple hair strand designs are demonstrated. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
7. The hair is styled with a styling aid. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
8. The client is shown the effect of the finished design with the aid of mirrors. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
9. An effective hairstyle is produced within a commercially viable time. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 10 
10. Safe and hygienic work practises according to industry standards are demonstrated throughout the service. 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
Design the hairstyle by attaching hair extensions to the natural hair. 
OUTCOME NOTES 
Determine after consultation the most aesthetically suitable hairstyle for a client, and design the hairstyle by attaching hair extensions to the natural hair. The scope of this unit standard covers synthetic and human hair extensions of different hair lengths namely long, medium and short and of different hair textures namely wavy, curly and straight. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. The workstation is prepared for the service. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
2. The client is consulted with, in a professional manner to identify hair and scalp condition and to establish style requirements. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
3. The hair extensions are selected according to colour, texture and length. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
4. The client is gowned and protected in readiness for the service according to salon procedures. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
5. The client's hair is shampooed and prepared for attachment of hair extensions. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
6. The natural hair is combed into position according to the selected method of attachment. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
7. The appropriate method of attachment is effected. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
8. The hair is finished off into the required style. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
9. The client is shown the effect of the finished design with the aid of mirrors. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 10 
10. An effective hairstyle is produced within a commercially viable time. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 11 
11. Safe and hygienic work practises are demonstrated throughout the service. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 12 
12. The correct techniques for removal and maintenance of hair extensions are explained and demonstrated. 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 
Design long, medium and short hairstyles using blow drying techniques. 
OUTCOME NOTES 
Determine after consultation, the most aesthetically suitable hairstyle for the client and design long, medium and short hairstyles using blow drying techniques. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. The workstation is prepared for the service. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
2. The client is consulted with, in a professional manner to identify hair and scalp condition and to establish style requirements. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
3. The client is gowned and protected in readiness for the service according to salon procedures. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
4. The client's hair is analysed through questioning and physical examination and the information is recorded on the analysis card. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
5. The client's hair is shampooed and conditioning agents are applied following manufacturer's instructions. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
6. A hairstyle is designed using blow-drying techniques. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
7. Styling aids are used where applicable. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
8. The correct hair tension on the brush is demonstrated. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 9 
9. Client comfort is ensured throughout the blow-drying service. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 10 
10. Tools, including the hand dryer, brushes and combs are controlled and handled in the appropriate manner. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 11 
11. The hair is dressed into desired style, using brush and/or comb to achieve volume, lift, curl and wave movement. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 12 
12. Balance, style and effect are checked with the aid of mirrors. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 13 
13. Appropriate tools and products are used to style hair including pre and after setting and styling aids. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 14 
14. Proper safety procedures are demonstrated and explained. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 15 
15. Sanitation and hygienic practices are demonstrated throughout the service. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 16 
16. The client is consulted with to ensure requirements are met. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 17 
17. An effective hairstyle is produced within a commercially viable time. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 18 
18. Suitable home care products are recommended to the client. 


UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
In regard to electricity

To discuss electricity and the electric circuit with reference to:
  • The fact that current electricity may be Alternating current (A/C) or Direct current (D/C);
  • The dangers of power failure or fire hazards that may be caused by an overloading of an electrical circuit;
  • The value of a thermostat for controlling temperature;
  • Static electricity on the hair;
  • The units of measurement in electricity, namely, a volt, a watt, an amp and a kilowatt hour;
  • What the mains supply in the U.K. and South Africa is;
  • Safety and economy with electrical equipment;
  • Identify and recognise three methods of transferring heat, namely:
    i) Conduction
    ii) Convection
    iii) Radiation
  • Explain how a hair dryer works using the convection method of heating;
  • Rating electrical equipment with an example;
    In regard to Physics for the hairdresser:
    To explain and discuss:
  • That dressing and back view mirrors used in salons must have flat surfaces and are called plane mirrors
  • The principle of evaporation and why it is so widely used in salons;
  • SI (Standard International) Units for:
    (i) Mass;
    (ii) Volume;
    (iii) Volume of a gas;
    (iv) Temperature;
    (v) Time;
  • That water vapour (humidity) is measured by an hygrometer;
  • That density is measured by its weight in relation to the space it occupies
  • That the relative density of liquid solutions is measured by a hydrometer;
  • With reference to a solutions, the difference between a solution, a solute, and a solvent;
  • That when two liquids such as oil and water will not mix, an emulsifying agent may be used to produce an emulsion.
    In regard to the angles of geometry:
  • To show approximate angles of 90?, 30?, 45?, and 60?.

    Applied Competency

    Recognising an electrical circuit; not overloading an electrical circuit; applying safety precautions to the use of electrical equipment; controlling static electricity on hair; being able to read units of measurement in electricity; recognising the mains supply in South Africa; rating the load of an electrical circuit; being able to transfer heat by the appropriate method; applying convection to hairdressing procedures;

    Using the mirror appropriate to a particular need; applying the principle of evaporation in a salon; timing hairdressing procedures; reading an hydrometer and hygrometer, measuring liquids, temperature, and time; making solutions, and using emulsions when appropriate.

    Explain, discuss and demonstrate:
  • Scalp and hair analysis.
  • Principles of design.
  • Different factors influencing choice of hair design.
  • Principles of hair designing.
  • Different steps for roller setting.
  • The effects of heat on the hair.
  • Dressing out of dry hair.
  • The Do's and Don'ts of roller setting and dressing out techniques of wet and dry hair.
  • Basic principles of roller control and placement.
  • Safety precautions involved in every step of hairstyling.
  • Different products used for dry and wet styling.
  • Definition of a finger wave.
  • The learner must identify the open and closed end of an oblong.
  • The learner must explain finger waves.
  • The learner must list and identify different styling aids and products used for finger waving.
  • Definition of pin curls.
  • Different types of pin curls.
  • Securing of pin curls.
  • Knowledge of tools, products and equipment.
  • List and identify the different styling tools, aids and products used in wet and dry styling.
  • Client consultation and communication.
  • Safety precautions.
  • Electrical equipment and the maintenance thereof.
  • Hygienic practices, sterilisation and sanitation. 
    		•


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively.

    The ability to offer different hair design services would demand from the learner the ability to organise himself/herself as this service is made up of a series of actions that demand to be done within a certain time.

    Continuous assessment of learner's ability to manage their time. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.

    The ability to analyse the hair is crucial in the decision making as far as type of product and procedures are concerned for offering effective and financially viable dry hair design services.

    Continuous assessment of the learner's ability to analyse and complete analysis card and select correct products. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentation.

    In order to select the most suitable service and advise suitable home care products, the learner must be able to communicate effectively using visual and language skills in the modes of oral persuasion. Written skills are necessary to record information on a client card.

    Continuous assessment of marketing and retail skills. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.

    The ability to select the correct artificial hair extensions and the attachment thereof would demand from the learner the use of science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.

    Continuous assessment of learner's ability to use science and technology through the use of tools and equipment. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    This unit standard will be continuously assessed by means of formative assessment.

    Formative assessment tools:
  • Written tests
  • Observation in the work place
  • Logbook
  • Analysis cards
  • Assignment

    Summative assessment tool:
  • Written test
  • Demonstration

    Integrated assessment
  • This unit standard will be assessed as part of the Integrated Assessment for Hairstyling.

    Professional manner is assessed according to aspects such as ethical standards, commitment to service, personal and interpersonal skills, body language, tone of voice, posture and personal appearance.

    Safety precautions that must be demonstrated for assessment includes:
  • Protection of client's clothes and face;
  • Testing of water temperature to ensure client comfort;
  • Control of water pressure;
  • Protection of client's head against banging or scratching;
  • Using clean towels, tools and gloves;
  • Identification of skin allergies;
  • Temperature of electrical appliances used on hair are tested;
  • Electrical appliances are disconnected after use;
  • Sharp instruments are handled with care. 
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    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  20152   National Certificate: Ladies Hairdressing  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2004-06-13  SERVICES 


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