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

Perform hair styling techniques 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
114799  Perform hair styling techniques 
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 "Reregistered" 		 2007-05-15  2009-04-08  SAQA 0160/05 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2010-04-08   2013-04-08  

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 is replaced by: 
US ID Unit Standard Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Credits Replacement Status
262629  Perform hair styling techniques  Level 2  NQF Level 02  10   

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
The person credited with this unit standard will be able to provide clients with a service to style hair, using various techniques. The learner will be able to perform a finger wave using their fingers and a comb. They will also perform pin curls, blow dries, roller settings and tonging hairstyling techniques.

The qualifying learner is capable of:
  • Preparing client and workstation for the relevant service to be performed
  • Performing a full head of finger waves using the fingers and comb only
  • Performing a full head of volume, flat and indentation pincurls
  • Performing a blow dry
  • Demonstrating an understanding of roller setting techniques
  • Demonstrating tonging techniques 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Learners accessing this qualification will have demonstrated competence against the unit standards in mathematical, computer, numerical and communication studies at NQF Level 2 or equivalent. 

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
  • Haiir analysis: porosity, elasticity, texture, density, length, scalp conditions, growth patterns.
  • Tools: combs, rollers, pins, tongs, pincurl clips.
  • Hair preparation: shampooing, pre service products and finishing products.
  • Styling Aids.
  • Home care advice: product types, hair maintenance.
  • Cleaning and tidying: work areas, shampoo area; styling station. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Prepare client and workstation for the relevant service to be performed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The workstation is prepared for the relevant service to be performed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The client is suitably prepared for styling following organisational procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The relevant service to be performed is determined through questioning. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Styling techniques are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Proper safety procedures are explained according to industry standards. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Perform a full head of finger waves using the fingers and comb only. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Finger waving techniques are explained and appropriate products are applied for the techniques. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The client's head is positioned at the appropriate angle for waving technique. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Waving technique is performed according to designed style. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Hair is dried off and comb out of style according to the design. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The client is shown the effect of the finished design with the aid of mirrors. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The gown is removed according to salon procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Perform a full head of volume, flat and indentation pincurls. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Pin curl techniques are explained and appropriate products are applied for the techniques. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Volume pin curls are performed according to design. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Clockwise pin curls are performed according to design. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Anti clockwise pin curls are performed according to design. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The pincurl design is dried and the design is combed and cut according to style. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The client is shown the effect of the finished design with the aid of mirrors. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    The gown is removed according to organisational procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Demonstrate an understanding of roller setting techniques. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Roller setting techniques are explained and appropriate products are applied for the techniques. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    A hairstyle with rollers is designed and performed and styling aids are used if required. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Roller control including volume and indentation is planned and executed according to the desired end result. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The hair is dressed into desired style, using brush and/or comb to achieve volume, lift, curl and wave movement. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The balance, style and effect are checked with the aid of mirrors. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Appropriate tools and products are used to style hair including pre and after setting and styling aids. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    Protective clothing is removed according to salon procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Demonstrate tonging techniques. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Hair tonging techniques are explained and appropriate products are applied for the techniques. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The hair is prepared for the tonging service. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The hair is tonged into the required style and combed out into required style. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The balance, style and effect are checked with the aid of mirrors. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Appropriate tools and products are used to style hair including pre and after setting and styling aids. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The gown is removed according to salon procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 
    Perform a blow dry. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Blow dry techniques are explained and appropriate products are applied for the techniques. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Styling aids are used where applicable. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The hairstyle is designed using blow-drying techniques. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Tools, including the hand dryer, brushes and combs are controlled and handled in the appropriate manner. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The design is finished and use of the appropriate finishing products is applied according to manufacturing instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The gown is removed according to organisational procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    The client is shown the effect of the finished design with the aid of mirrors. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An individual wishing to be assessed (including through RPL) against this unit standard may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution accredited by the relevant ETQA.
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard or assessing this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA at its discretion. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • A comprehensive understanding of styling techniques such as waving, pincurls, setting and blow drying.
  • Collate analyse and organise information: - order to design and style.
  • A comprehensive understanding of the correct use of tools and equipment when styling hair.
  • A comprehensive understanding of the process to reach a hair design for the client.
  • A comprehensive understanding of hair texture, porosity, elasticity, density, length, scalp conditions and growth patterns.
  • Different types of styling tools placements are described in terms of their influence on finished styles.
    Range: on base, off base, half base, over directed, under directed, indentation. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems relating to the styling being performed and customers requirements. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise oneself and one's activities in such a way that all tools, equipment and products to be used are at hand when required. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information pertaining the the clients style requirements. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively with clients throughout the hair styling procedure to ensure the hair style will meet the clients requirements. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Understand the world as a set of related systems where a professional hair styling service enhances and builds the clients confidence in the salon. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    Contribute to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of the society at large, by making it the underlying intention of any programme of learning to make an individual aware of the importance of being culturally and aesthetically sensitive across a range of social contexts when working with clients. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 262629, which is "Perform hair styling techniques", Level 2, 10 credits. 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  48743   National Certificate: Hairdressing  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2009-04-08  Was SERVICES until Last Date for Achievement 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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