Critical Cross-field Outcomes:
Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made.
Interact effectively with other s as a member of a team, group, organisation and community.
Organise and manage one`s time and activities responsibly and effectively.
Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentation.
Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.
Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that the problem-solving context does not exist in isolation.
Specific Outcomes:
Personal Development:
Define self-confidence and list some strategies for boosting it.
Explain the value of sleep.
Identify the elements of personal appearance.
Explain how to improve resistance to stress and describe some techniques to help manage stress.
Describe six proper grooming habits necessary for a healthy personal appearance.
Explain the role of toothbrushes, toothpaste, and dental floss in the removal of plaque for good dental hygiene.
Identify and describe the symptoms and dangers associated with abnormal eating behaviours.
Hair Care and Styling:
Explain proper hair-care techniques.
Discuss ways to correct common hair problems such as oily or thin hair.
Describe the procedures for finding the right look for your hair.
List and describe the tools and products necessary to include in a professional hairstyling kit.
Explain professional hairstyling techniques such as using a curling iron, setting the hair in rollers, and brushing out a set.
Explain the factors to consider in selecting a hairstyle for a particular situation.
Skin Care:
Name the three main structures of the skin and describe their functions.
List six functions of the skin.
Understand the relationship between your skin and your overall appeal.
Identify what external factors contribute to the health and appearance of skin.
Diagnose your individual skin type.
Choose correct skin-care products by reading labels and identifying the effective ingredients.
Define "over the counter, cosmeceutical, and pharmaceutical" products and determine which will be appropriate for your personal use.
Assemble an economical and effective skin-care program suited to your specific needs.
Explain and define "alpha hydroxy acids" and the benefits and risks of their use.
Control common skin problems and become aware of serious skin disorders and the proper treatments for them.
Name the critical vitamins and minerals important to healthy skin.
Name factors that adversely affect skin.
Make-up:
Explain the function of foundation and discuss the appropriate use of concealer.
Describe the basic steps involved in contouring and highlighting the cheek area.
Identify several different varieties of blush.
Describe the steps involved in defining the lip area.
List the most common varieties of cosmetics used to shape and colour the lips.
Identify various parts of the eye and surrounding areas.
Describe the function of various types of eye makeup and cosmetic tools.
Explain the importance of choosing the appropriate colours and shades of eye makeup, and discuss common techniques for designing eye makeup.
Designing a Fitness Programme:
Describe the measures you need to take charge of your health and lifestyle.
List the physical and psychological benefits of managing your health.
Explain how to use stretching techniques to increase your flexibility.
Discuss the benefits of cardiovascular exercise.
Explain how frequently you should exercise.
Describe different ways to tone and strengthen muscles.
Discuss appropriate cool down routines.
Nutrition and General Health:
Explain the importance of observing specific dietary guidelines as well as the significance of integrating all the guidelines for nutritional well-being.
Describe the issues surrounding healthy weight maintenance, including dietary modifications, the danger of gimmicks and fad diets, and health disorders that can result from improper nutrition.
Explain the importance of dietary fibre.
Identify the food sources of fat, and list tips for reducing fat from your diet.
Explain the dangers of high blood cholesterol and list steps to reduce health risks stemming from elevated cholesterol levels.
Explain the reasons for limiting sugar intake.
Compare the relationship between high blood pressure and high-sodium diets, and list steps to reduce intake of sodium.
Describe the effects of alcohol consumption on your health, including malnourishment cirrhosis of the liver, addiction, and impairment of judgment that leads to serious accidents.
Explain the importance of water and the dangers associated with dehydration.
Explain the importance of proper nutrition and diet for individuals with special dietary health conditions, such as persons with debilitating diseases, food allergies, and obesity, as well as pregnant women, children, and the elderly.
Discuss the basic functions of nutrient supplements and the controversies about their use.
Explain why you need specific vitamins and minerals.
Identify the best foods to eat to obtain the vitamins and minerals necessary for good health.
Explain how to retain necessary vitamins when preparing food.
List food ingredients that contain sodium and sugar.
Explain how to read ingredient and nutritional information on food labels, such as serving size and the calories (total calories and calories from fat), fat (total and saturated), cholesterol, sodium, carbohydrate (including dietary fibre and sugars), and protein per serving.
Discuss how food label claims such as "reduced calorie", "diet", and "dietetic", can be misleading.
Identify ways to eat nutritionally when you have little time for, or no control of, food preparation.
Modelling as a profession:
Briefly describe the history and growth of the modelling industry.
List and explain the four basic types of modelling work.
Describe the seven types of models and the type of work they do.
Define the various modelling classifications and the requirements of each.
Explain the responsibilities of the many jobs related to the field of modelling.
Modelling Agencies:
Explain the differences in the types of modelling agencies.
Describe the many functions of modelling agencies.
Explain the function of a booker.
Explain the purpose and use of a booking from and a voucher.
Describe the relationships and responsibilities that exist between models and their agencies and clients.
Outline a plan for finding and applying to a modelling agency.
Modelling Markets:
Name and define three modelling markets.
Explain the different classes of service available on airlines.
Cite the baggage allowances for domestic and international air travel.
Explain the various room accommodations and hotel services available.
Find information on hotels around the world.
List the information necessary to obtain a passport.
Discuss the various classes of cars available at car rental agencies.
Explain the guidelines for car rental agencies.
Calculate international time differences.
Professional Development:
Define the terms "pitch, volume and tone" and explain how you can use them to develop a more pleasant sound.
Explain how tempo, articulation, and pronunciation affect your speech.
Discuss the basics of good business relations and handling difficult situations.
Explain the elements of a good career plan.
Develop a plan for business expenses.
Explain the use and importance of such business tool as an appointment book, the telephone, an answering machine or service, and business supplies.
Describe the essentials of managing the money your modelling business takes in including such items as bank accounts, credit cards, income and expense records and taxes.
Describe the legal aspect of a modelling business including releases and contracts.
Working with a photographer:
Explain how photography became so important in the fashion and modelling world.
Differentiate between legitimate and illegitimate agencies and photographers.
Compile a job checklist and props.
Identify ways to enhance your figure through the camera lens.
Describe the body types.
Explain model etiquette.
Poise and Movement:
Explain the importance of poise and balance.
Identify common methods of correcting unattractive mannerisms.
Discuss the basic principles of movement.
Describe the most common types of turns.
Identify essential on-camera moves.
Explain the importance of professional behaviour.
Body Parts Modelling:
Describe basic body part types.
Assess your body parts.
Identify key areas of opportunity for body parts modelling.
Discuss the most common poses associated with different body parts.
Explain the importance of choosing appropriate makeup.
Develop a self-promotion strategy.
Promotional and Runaway Modelling:
Define the term "promotional modelling" and identify several categories of promotional modelling.
List common sales techniques used in the field of promotional modelling.
Identify key players in the fashion modelling industry and discuss career opportunities for fashion models.
Identify basic runway modelling techniques.
Self Promotion:
List the five major self-promotion tools and explain their uses.
Outline the procedures for assembling and using self promotion tools.
Explain the purpose and procedures for testing.
Discuss how to select photos for various promotion tools.
Explain the procedures for making self-promotional appointments.
Explain the purpose and use of the testing worksheet, audition form, casting sheet, and contact record.
Modelling for TV and Film:
Describe the most common film and television markets.
Explain the different roles available to models.
Discuss the basic steps involved in creating a television commercial.
Identify the key players present at a typical audition.
Describe the essential steps of the audition process.
Discuss the fundamentals of analysing a television for film script.
Identify other key players on a typical film set.
Explain the basic steps of shooting a film or television project. |