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H/600/1039UN2GH12

Cut hair using basic techniques

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UN2GH12Cut hair using basic techniques

Through this unit you will learn how to create a variety of basic looks for women using club cutting, freehand and scissor-over-comb techniques. Using these cutting techniques you will demonstrate that you can produce one length hair cuts for both above and below shoulder length, uniform layers and short and long graduation haircuts. You must also demonstrate that you can work on both curly and straight hair. Part of this service is to provide your client with good aftercare advice.

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Observations

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On completion of this unit you will:

Learning outcomes Evidence requirements

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Cut hair using basic techniques

1. Be able to use safe and effective methods of working when cutting hair

2. Be able to use cutting techniques to achieve a variety of looks

3. Understand salon and legal requirements

4. Understand how to work safely, effectively and hygienically when cutting hair

5. Understand factors that can affect the service

6. Understand hair cutting techniques

7. Understand the aftercare advice to provide for clients

1. Simulation is not allowed for any performance evidence within this unit.

2. You must practically demonstrate in your everyday work that you have met the standard for cutting a variety of looks on both hair types.

3. Your assessor will observe your performance on at least 8 occasions – 2 for each cutting look (fringes can be incorporated into any of the cutting looks). These looks must include:

• a one length above the shoulder• a short graduation incorporating the use

of scissor over comb.

4. From the range, you must show that you have:

• adapted your cutting techniques to take into account the factors

• achieved all the looks • used all the cutting techniques• cut all the hair types• given all the advice.

5. It is likely most evidence of your performance will be gathered from the observations made by your assessor but you may be required to produce other evidence to support your performance if your assessor has not been present.

6. There is no external paper requirement for this unit.

Achieving observation outcomes

Achieving range

Maximum service times

Achieving observations and range

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Your assessor will observe your performance of practical tasks. The minimum number of observations required is indicated in the evidence requirements section of this unit.

Criteria may not always naturally occur during a practical observation. In such instances you will be asked questions to demonstrate your competence in this area. Your assessor will document the criteria that have been achieved through oral questioning.

Your assessor will sign off an outcome when all criteria have been competently achieved in a single client service.

The range section indicates what must be covered. Ranges must be practically demonstrated as part of an observation. Your assessor will document the portfolio reference once a range has been competently achieved.

The following maximum service times apply to this unit:

Cut hair - all techniques 45 minutes

Outcome 1

Observations

You can:

Observation 5 6 7 8Criteria questioned orally

Date achieved

Portfolio reference

Learner signature

Assessor initials

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*May be assessed through oral questioning.

Be able to use safe and effective methods of working when cutting hair

a. Protect the client’s clothing and keep their skin free of excess hair cuttings throughout the service

b. Keep the work area clean and tidy throughout the service

c. Remove waste immediately at the end of the service

d. Use working methods that: - minimise the risk of damage to tools - minimise the risk of cross-infection - make effective use of the working time - ensure the use of clean resources - minimise the risk of harm or injury to yourself and others

e. Maintain personal standards of health and hygiene which minimise the risk of cross-infection, infestation and offence to clients and colleagues

f. Complete the service within a commercially viable time

Observation 1 2 3 4Criteria questioned orally

Date achieved

Portfolio reference

Learner signature

Assessor initials

Outcome 2

You can:

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Observation 5 6 7 8Criteria questioned orally

Date achieved

Portfolio reference

Learner signature

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Observation 1 2 3 4Criteria questioned orally

Date achieved

Portfolio reference

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a. Establishthefactorslikelytoinfluencetheservice

b. Confirmtheclient’ssatisfactionwiththeagreed look at consultation during, and on completion of the service

c. Establish and follow the cutting guideline(s) accurately to achieve the required look

d. Control tools to minimise the risk of damage to the hair and scalp, client discomfort and to achieve the desired look

e. Use cutting techniques which take account oftheinfluencingfactors

f. Position yourself and the client to help ensure the accuracy of the cut

g. Use cross-checking techniques to ensure accurate distribution of weight, balance and shape

h. Remove any unwanted hair outside the desired outline shape*

i. Checkthefinishedcutisaccurateandthedesired look has been achieved

j. Give the client suitable advice on the maintenance of the look

Be able to use cutting techniques to achieve a variety of looks

*May be assessed through oral questioning.

Range

You must practically demonstrate that you have:

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Adapted your cutting techniques for all the following factors Portfolio reference

Hair density

Hair texture

Head and face shape

Hair growth patterns

Hair elasticity

Achieved all the looks Portfolio reference

One lengthMaximum service time - 45 min

Uniform layerMaximum service time - 45 min

Short graduationMaximum service time - 45 min

Long graduationMaximum service time - 45 min

With a fringe

Used all the cutting techniques Portfolio reference

Club cutting

Freehand

Scissors-over-comb

You must practically demonstrate that you have:

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Cut all the hair types Portfolio reference

Curly

Straight

Given all the advice Portfolio reference

How to maintain their look

Time interval between services

Developing knowledge

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Achieving knowledge outcomes

You will be guided by your tutor and assessor on the evidence that needs to be produced. Your knowledge and understanding will be assessed using the assessment methods listed below:

• Observed work

• Witness statements

• Audio-visual media

• Evidence of prior learning or attainment

• Written questions

• Oral questions

• Assignments

• Case studies

Where possible your assessor will integrate knowledge outcomes into practical observations through oral questioning.

Knowledge

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Understand salon and legal requirements

You can: Portfolio reference /Assessor initials*

a. Describe the salon's requirements for client preparation

b. State the salon's expected service times for a range of looks

c. Describe the salon’s and legal requirements for disposal of waste materials

* Assessor initials to be inserted if orally questioned. Requirements highlighted in white are assessed in the external paper.

Outcome 3

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Outcome 4

Understand how to work safely, effectively and hygienically when cutting hair

You can: Portfolio reference /Assessor initials*

a. List the protective equipment that should be available

b. Explain why it is important to protect clients from hair clippings

c. Describe how the position of the client and yourself can affect the desired outcome and reduce fatigue and the risk of injury

d. Identify the safety considerations which must be taken into account when cutting hair

e. Explain why it is important to avoid cross-infection and infestation

f. Explain why it is important to keep the work area clean and tidy

g. Explain why it is important to position cutting tools for ease of use

h. Compare methods of cleaning, disinfecting and sterilisation used in salons

i. Describe methods of working safely and hygienically and which minimise the risk of cross-infection and cross-infestation

j. Explain the correct use and maintenance of cutting tools

k. Explain the importance of maintaining personal hygiene

* Assessor initials to be inserted if orally questioned. Requirements highlighted in white are assessed in the external paper.

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Understand factors that can affect the service

You can: Portfolio reference /Assessor initials*

a. Outline the factors that must be taken into consideration prior to and during cutting (e.g. hair types, hair density, hair growth patterns etc.) and how these affect the service

b. Identify the factors which should be considered when cutting wet and dry hair

c. State the average rate of hair growth

* Assessor initials to be inserted if orally questioned. Requirements highlighted in white are assessed in the external paper.

Outcome 5

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Outcome 6

Understand hair cutting techniques

You can: Portfolio reference /Assessor initials*

a. Explain why it is important to check the hair before and after shampooing prior to cutting

b. Explain the importance of consulting with clients throughout the cutting process

c. Explain the importance of applying the correct degree of tension to the hair when cutting

d. Describe how and why to use club, freehand and scissors-over-comb cutting techniques

e. Explain the reasons for establishing and following guidelines

f. Describe how to create and follow a guideline for one length, uniform layer, short graduation and long graduation looks

g. Explain how the angle at which the hair is held will affect the weight distribution, balance and degree of graduation of the cut

h. Explain how to create a range of looks

i. Explain the importance of working with the natural fall of the hair when considering the weight distribution within a haircut

j. Explain the importance of cross-checking the cut

k. Describe how to cross-check and balance the cut

* Assessor initials to be inserted if orally questioned. Requirements highlighted in white are assessed in the external paper.

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Understand the aftercare advice to provide for clients

You can: Portfolio reference /Assessor initials*

a. State the importance of having regular cuts

b. State the recommended time interval between cuts

c. Explain how to give effective advice and recommendations to clients

* Assessor initials to be inserted if orally questioned. Requirements highlighted in white are assessed in the external paper.

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