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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
Cut and shape ladies hair |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
262585 | Cut and shape ladies hair | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Hairdressing Cosmetology and Beauty | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | ||||
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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 | 15 |
REGISTRATION STATUS | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | |
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2018-07-01 | 2023-06-30 | SAQA 06120/18 | |
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
2024-06-30 | 2027-06-30 |
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 replaces: |
US ID | Unit Standard Title | Pre-2009 NQF Level | NQF Level | Credits | Replacement Status |
114818 | Apply advanced hair cutting techniques using scissors, clippers and razors equipment | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 3 | |
114796 | Cut and shape hair | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 18 | |
114800 | Cut, style and dress hair in elementary styles | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 10 | |
114810 | Apply advanced hair cutting techniques using professional cutting equipment | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 3 |
PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD |
This unit standard will enable learners to perform a complete ladies hair cutting service on all lengths and types of hair.
A person credited with this unit standard is able to: |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
It is assumed that a learner will be competent in:
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UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Demonstrate an understanding of the factors that influence ladies hair styling. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Different face shapes are described in terms of their influence on hair styles and personal appearance. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Various face profiles are described in terms of their influence on hair styles and personal appearance. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Profiles include but are not limited to concave, convex, straight, low forehead, protruding chin. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Different body proportions are described in terms of their influence on hair styles and personal appearance. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Body proportions include but are not limited to neck, ears, height and size. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
Hair tendencies are described in terms of their influence on finished styles. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Hair tendencies include but are not limited to:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
Hair qualities are described in terms of their influence on finished styles. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Hair qualities include but are not limited to:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
Angle of head position is described in terms of its influence on finished style. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Head position includes, but are not limited to:
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SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Prepare client for a haircut. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Client is consulted with and analysed to determine a choice of suitable styles. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Client and hair analysis include but are not limited to:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Client is consulted with to achieve agreement on desired service outcome. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Consultation with client is recorded in accordance with organisational requirements. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Demonstrate knowledge of hair cutting. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Haircuts are described in terms of the hair structure and design. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Haircuts are described in terms of their shapes, forms and surface texture. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Suitable haircuts are identified for a range of ages, body shapes, face shapes and occupations. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
Different techniques of hair cutting are described in terms of their effects on the finished design. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Techniques include but are not limited to:
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SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
Cut hair to achieve a variety of one-length looks. |
OUTCOME RANGE |
One length looks include but are not limited to above the shoulder and below the shoulder. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Hair-cutting technique for a one-length look is explained according to industry standards. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The hair is sectioned and sub-sectioned before and during the cutting procedure according to haircut requirements and industry standards. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The hair is cut using design lines according to industry standards and client requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
Cutting tools and techniques are used in accordance with haircut requirements and industry standards. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
Hair is crosschecked using appropriate sections and projection. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 |
Cut hair to achieve a variety of layered looks. |
OUTCOME RANGE |
Layered looks include but are not limited to above the shoulder, below the shoulder and short. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Hair-cutting techniques for layered looks are explained according to industry standards. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The hair is sectioned and sub-sectioned before and during the cutting procedure according to haircut requirements and industry standards. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The hair is cut using design lines according to industry standards and client requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
Cutting tools and techniques are used in accordance with haircut requirements and industry standards. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Cutting techniques include but are not limited to:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
Hair is crosschecked using appropriate sections and projection. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 |
Cut hair using a variety of graduation techniques to achieve a variety of graduation looks. |
OUTCOME RANGE |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Graduation techniques are explained according to industry standards. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The hair is sectioned and sub-sectioned before and during the cutting procedure according to haircut requirements and industry standards. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The hair is cut using graduation techniques according to industry standards and client requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The hair is cut using design lines according to industry standards and client requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
Cutting tools and techniques are used in accordance with haircut requirements and industry standards. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Cutting techniques include but are not limited to:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
Hair is crosschecked using appropriate sections and projection. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 7 |
Cut hair using razor cutting technique. |
OUTCOME RANGE |
Razor cutting techniques include but are not limited to:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Hair is cut using razor cutting technique in accordance with haircut requirements and industry standards. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Appropriate razor is selected for cutting hair in accordance with haircut requirements and industry standards. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The remainder of the hair is blended with the razor cut in accordance with industry standards. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The hair is cut using design lines according to industry standards and client requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
Hair is crosschecked using appropriate sections and projection. |
UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE |
UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES |
N/A |
Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING |
Identifying and solving problems by designing and implementing haircutting to achieve agreed design objectives. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING |
Working effectively with others to provide a comprehensive haircutting service. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING |
Organising and managing oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively by preparing oneself and one's tools for the hair cutting process. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING |
Collecting, analysing, organising and critically evaluating information in order to identify the correct tools and equipment to use to perform a desired hair cut. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING |
Communicate effectively with clients to agree desired haircutting outcomes. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE |
Using science and technology effectively and critically by using haircutting tools to achieve desired outcomes. |
UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA |
N/A |
REREGISTRATION HISTORY |
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. |
UNIT STANDARD NOTES |
This unit standard will replace the following unit standards:
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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 | 65749 | National Certificate: Hairdressing | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
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All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source. |