Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
A/600/1208
Credits:
4
Guided learning hours:
40 hours

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Be able to use effective and safe working methods when shampooing and conditioning hair

In light of COVID-19, learners are able to use plastic models of heads, hands and feet when demonstrating techniques.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Protect the client’s clothing throughout the service
  • 1.2
    Clean and tidy the work area throughout the service
  • 1.3
    Remove waste immediately at the end of the shampooing and conditioning service
  • 1.4
    Use working methods that:
    • minimise the wastage of products
    • minimise the risk of cross-infection, infestation and offence to clients and colleagues
    • make effective use of working time
    • ensure the use of clean resources
    • ensure clients are corre
  • 1.5
    Maintain personal standards of health and hygiene which minimise the risk of cross-infection, infestation and offence to their clients and colleagues
  • 1.6
    Replenish resources, when required, to minimise disruption
  • 1.7
    Report products that need reordering to the relevant person
  • 1.8
    Complete the shampooing and conditioning service in a commercially viable time

2

Be able to shampoo hair

In light of COVID-19, learners are able to use plastic models of heads, hands and feet when demonstrating techniques.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Use products and tools following the stylist’s instructions
  • 2.2
    Use massage techniques suitable for the client’s hair and part of the service
  • 2.3
    Use massage techniques to achieve an even distribution of shampoo over the hair and scalp
  • 2.4
    Adapt the water temperature, flow and direction to suit the needs of the client’s hair and the next part of the service
  • 2.5
    Clean the client’s hair and scalp of shampoo and remove excess water
  • 2.6
    Detangle the client’s hair without damage to the hair and scalp
  • 2.7
    Refer problems that arise to the relevant persons

3

Be able to apply conditioner and treatments to the hair

In light of COVID-19, learners are able to use plastic models of heads, hands and feet when demonstrating techniques.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Use conditioning and treatment products and tools following the stylist’s instructions
  • 3.2
    Use massage techniques suitable for the client’s hair and part of the service
  • 3.3
    Remove the conditioning and treatment products in a way that avoids disturbing the direction of the cuticle
  • 3.4
    Comb the client’s hair without causing damage to the hair and scalp prior to the next part of the service
  • 3.5
    Remove excess moisture from the hair
  • 3.6
    Refer problems that arise to the relevant persons

4

Know the salon and legal requirements

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    State the salon’s requirements for client preparation
  • 4.2
    Identify the person to whom low levels of resources should be reported
  • 4.3
    State the salon’s expected service time for shampooing and conditioning
  • 4.4
    State personal responsibilities under the current regulations in relation to shampooing and conditioning services:
    • Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations
    • Electricity at Work Regulations

5

Know how to work safely, effectively and hygienically when shampooing and conditioning hair

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Describe contact dermatitis and the steps that can be taken to avoid it whilst carrying out hairdressing services
  • 5.2
    Identify the types of protective clothing that should be available to clients
  • 5.3
    Describe how personal and client positioning can affect the desired outcome and reduce fatigue and the risk of injury
  • 5.4
    Outline the safety considerations which must be taken into account when shampooing and conditioning
  • 5.5
    Outline the importance of keeping the work area clean and tidy
  • 5.6
    Outline safe and hygienic working methods that minimise the risk of cross-infection and cross-infestation
  • 5.7
    Outline the importance of personal hygiene
  • 5.8
    Outline the importance of thoroughly rinsing hair when shampooing and conditioning

6

Know the basic science of shampooing and conditioning

Assessment Criteria

  • 6.1
    State the direction in which the hair cuticle lies and its importance when disentangling wet hair
  • 6.2
    Outline the effects of water temperature on the scalp
  • 6.3
    Describe how shampoo and water act together to cleanse the hair
  • 6.4
    Outline how the build up of products can affect the hair, scalp and effectiveness of other services
  • 6.5
    Identify types of conditioning products and their effects

7

Know about shampooing and conditioning techniques

Assessment Criteria

  • 7.1
    Describe when and how to use rotary, effleurage, friction and petrissage massage techniques when shampooing and conditioning different lengths of hair
  • 7.2
    Describe how to shampoo natural hair and the potential consequences of doing this wrongly
  • 7.3
    Outline the importance of evenly distributing shampoo
  • 7.4
    State how conditioning and treatment products should be applied to hair
  • 7.5
    Describe the importance of removing products and excess water from the hair after each service
  • 7.6
    Outline the importance of detangling hair from point to rootcomb hair from point to root
  • 7.7
    State how often the hair according to hairstyle, hair and scalp condition and lifestyle should be cleansed and shampooed
  • 7.8
    Outline the importance of using shampoos and conditioners cost effectively

8

Know about products, equipment and their use

Assessment Criteria

  • 8.1
    Describe the manufacturers’ instructions relating to the use of shampooing and conditioning products in the salon
  • 8.2
    Describe how to use electrical equipment for conditioning hair
  • 8.3
    Outline the potential implications if shampooing and conditioning instructions are not followed
  • 8.4
    Identify the types and causes of problems that can arise when shampooing and conditioning hair
  • 8.5
    Identify the types of problems that should be reported and the person to whom they should be reported