Introducing hair styling
Unit summary
This unit is designed to expose learners to a range of hair styling influences. For many young people hair styling is an exciting and dynamic field. For some learners this may be their first taste of this stimulating topic. It provides opportunities to explore creativity, cultural hair diversity and how hair styling can be an expression of individuality.
Unit details
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07 Retail and Commercial Enterprise
Task-based controlled assessment
| Learning Outcome |
Assessment Criteria |
| 1 Know the different characteristics of hair. |
a Identify different hair types and their main characteristics.
b Recognise that characteristics of hair are not defined by race. |
| 2 Know the key influences on hair styles. |
a Describe historical eras have influenced modern styles hair styling.
b Describe how technological developments influence hair styling processes and techniques.
c Describe how lifestyles, culture, personality, occasions and gender can influence hairstyles.
d Describe how physical characteristics influence choice of hairstyle. |
| 3 Be able to select hair styles to meet different needs. |
a Use hairdressing terminology when communicating with clients.
b Communicate with clients to find out their requirements.
c Generate ideas for hair styles. |
| 4 Be able to safely create hair styles |
a Select techniques, products and tools for styling and finishing men and women’s hair.
b Safely use techniques, products and tools for styling and finishing men and women’s hair.
c Review the styling and finishing of men and women’s hair to inform future progress. |