Attach hair to enhance a style - VTCT · Attach hair to enhance a style 1. Be able to use effective and safe working methods when attaching hair 2. Be able to plan and prepare to

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Attach hair to enhance a style

VTCT is the specialist awarding body for the Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy, Complementary Therapy and Sport and Active Leisure sectors, with over 45 years of experience.

VTCT is an awarding body regulated by national organisations including Ofqual, SQA, DCELLS and CCEA.

VTCT is a registered charity investing in education and skills but also giving to good causes in the area of facial disfigurement.

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UN2AH17Attach hair to enhance a style

Through this unit you will develop a variety of temporary methods used to attach added hair to African type hair. Being able to identify the condition of your client’s hair, skin and scalp will determine which products, tools and technique to use. The preparation of your client’s hair, selecting blending and placing the added hair will add colour, length and volume for your client. Maintenance of the extensions and aftercare advice also form part of this unit.

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Observations

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On completion of this unit you will:

Learning outcomes Evidence requirements

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

2. Be able to plan and prepare to attach hair

3. Be able to attach and blend pieces of hair

4. Know salon and legal requirements

5. Know how to work safely, effectively and hygienically when attaching hair

6. Know about hair and skin as it relates to styling

7. Know the preparation requirements for added hair

8. Know hair attachment and cutting techniques

9. Know how to communicate and provide aftercare advice 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 attaching hair to enhance a style.

3. Your assessor will observe your performance on at least 3 occasions, including at least 1 observation of bonded hair attachments which must be a minimum of 4 rows.

4. From the range, you must show that you have:• used all the attachment techniques listed• used all the cutting tools listed• used all the hair attachment tools and

equipment listed• taken account of all the factors listed• taken into account all the contra-

indications listed• used all the cutting techniques listed• given all the types of advice listed.

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. Knowledge and understanding in this unit will be assessed by an external paper. The criteria that make up this paper are highlighted in white throughout this unit. There is one external paper that must be achieved.

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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.

There are no maximum service times for this unit.

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Observation 1 2 3Criteria questioned orally

Date achieved

Portfolio reference

Learner signature

Assessor initials

Outcome 1

Observations


Date achieved

Portfolio reference

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You can:

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a. Protect the client’s clothing throughout the service

b. Use personal protective equipment when required

c. Clean and tidy the work area throughout the service

d. Position client’s and adopt postures that minimise fatigue, discomfort and injury risk

e. Use working methods that: − minimisethewastageofproducts − minimisetheriskofdamagetotools and equipment − minimisetheriskofcross-infection − makeeffectiveuseoftheworkingtime − ensuretheuseofcleanresources − minimisetheriskofharmorinjuryto self and clients

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

g. Use cutting and hair attachment tools and equipmentthataresafeandfitforpurpose

h. Use tests to check the temperature of heated equipment prior to use and continually throughout the service

i. Dispose of sharps according to legal and salon requirements*

j. Complete the hair attachment service in a commercially viable time

k. Produce up to date client records at the end of the service

Outcome 2

You can:

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a. Examine the hair and scalp to identify any factors that may affect the service

b. Use client questioning to identify contra-indications to the hair attachment service and record the client’s responses

c. Report problems to the relevant person(s) when contra-indications cause doubts as to the suitability of the service for the client*

d. Select and use added hair which is of a suitable texture and colour

e. Divide and separate the added hair to avoid wastage and tangling

f. Prepare the hair according to manufacturer’s instructions and the technique to be used

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Outcome 3

You can:

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a. Confirmtheagreedlookwiththeclientatconsultation prior to starting the service

b. Part the hair sections to meet the requirements of the technique used

c. Use sectioning techniques to allow the added hair to lie in the direction required

d. Secure hair not being extended to maintain the visible section

e. Use attachment techniques to secure added hair into the client’s hair, taking into account influencingfactors

f. Maintain tension throughout the process

g. Consult with the client throughout the service to check for comfort, providing reassurance if necessary

h. Adapt cutting techniques, taking account of influencingfactors

i. Identify and report problems during the service to the relevant person(s)*

j. Check the added hair is blended to achieve thefinalagreedstyle

k. Provide the client with suitable aftercare advice

Be able to attach and blend pieces of hair

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You must practically demonstrate that you have:

Range

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Used all the attachment techniques Portfolio reference

Sewn in using cornrows

Bonding using glue

Used all the cutting tools Portfolio reference

Scissors

Razors

Used all the hair attachment tools and equipment Portfolio reference

Needles and thread

Blow dryer

Glue

Taken account of all the factors Portfolio reference

Attachment method

Direction and fall of the added hair

The quantity of added hair

Texture of hair

The need to blend existing and added hair

Head and face shape

Hair growth pattern

Hair density

Hair elasticity

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You must practically demonstrate that you have:

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Taken into account all the contra-indications Portfolio reference

Skin sensitivities

History of previous allergic reactions

Skin disorders

Medical advice or instructions

Used all the cutting techniques Portfolio reference

Club cutting

Thinning

Razoring

Given all the types of advice Portfolio reference

Suitable homecare products and their use

Hair care

How to maintain their style

Potential for style change

Achieving knowledge outcomes

Developing knowledge

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.

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Achieving the external paper

The external paper will test your knowledge of the criteria highlighted in white. A pass mark of 70% must be achieved.Criterianotachievedwillbeidentifiedtoyourtutor/assessor.Youwillthenbe orally questioned or asked to produce other forms of evidence as all unit criteria must be achieved.

Your assessor will complete the table below when the 70% pass mark has been achieved.

Paper Date achieved Assessor initials

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Knowledge

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Outcome 4

Know salon and legal requirements

You can: Portfolioreference/Assessor initials*

a. Describe the salon's requirements for client preparation

b. Describe the salon's expected service times for cutting hair

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

d. State personal responsibilities under current Electricity at Work Regulations

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

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Outcome 5

Know how to work safely, effectively and hygienically when attaching hair


a. Outline the types of personal protective equipment available for clients and yourself and its importance

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

c. Describe how own and client positioning can affect the desired outcome and reduce fatigue and injury risk

d. Outline the safety considerations which must be taken into account when attaching hair

e. Describe why it is important to keep the work area clean and tidy

f. Outline why it is important to avoid cross-infection and infestation

g. Compare safe and hygienic working methods that minimise the risk of cross-infection and cross-infestation

h. Describe the correct use and maintenance of cutting tools

i. Describe the importance of personal hygiene

j. Outlinetheimportanceandlegalsignificanceofquestioningclientsto identify contra-indications to services and of recording client responses


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Outcome 6

Understand how added hair can affect the hair and skin


a. Describe the factors that must be taken into consideration prior to attaching pieces of hair

b. State the average rate of hair growth

c. Describe the potential consequences of excessive tension on the hair

d. Describe how to identify the signs of traction alopecia

e. Describe the potential effects on the client's hair of wearing additional hair over a long period of time

f. Describe how contra indications can affect the attachment of hair services


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Outcome 7

Know the preparation requirements for added hair


a. Describe how to divide and separate additional hair ready for use

b. Outline the importance of following manufacturer's instructions for preparation of additional hair

c. Describe how the client’s hair should be prepared for different hair attachment techniques

d. Describe how to conduct an examination of the hair and scalp to recognise factors which will affect the attachment of added hair

e. Describe how to estimate the length of time of different hair attachment processes


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Outcome 8

Know hair attachment and cutting techniques


a. Describe how the intended style can affect the hair attachment process

b. Describe how different attachment techniques can secure added hair into the client’s hair

c. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of different methods of attachment

d. Describe types and use of tools and equipment for different attachment methods

e. Outline accepted sequences of working for different hair attachment techniques

f. Describe why it is important to maintain a correct and even tension when attaching hair

g. Describe why and how cutting techniques should be adapted when hair extensions are present


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Outcome 9

Know how to communicate and provide aftercare advice for clients


a. Describe how to give effective advice and recommendations to clients

b. Describe how to reassure and relieve client anxieties

c. Describe how to use combs and brushes from point to root

d. Outline how often to shampoo and cleanse the hair according to hair style and the amount of attached hair

e. Describe the suitable and unsuitable homecare products for bonded hair attachments

f. Describe how to protect the hair when sleeping and why

g. Describe how lifestyle can affect the client’s choice of style

h. Describe how the client’s hair texture affects styling possibilities

i. Outline how to maintain the agreed style

j. Describe the removal requirements for attached hair


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