Style natural African type hair using twisting and wrapping techniques Overview This unit is about using a variety of twisting techniques and wrapping in order to style natural African type hair. A high degree of manual dexterity is required. The main outcomes of this unit are: 1. maintain safe and effective methods of working when using twisting techniques and wrapping 2. style hair by twisting 3. style hair using wrapping techniques 4. provide aftercare advice Please note that the Habia Assessment Strategy and Evidence Requirements for these standards are available from the Habia website http://www.habia.org 1
Performance criteria You must be able to: P1 maintain safe and effective methods of working when using twisting techniques and wrapping by P1.1 ensuring your client s clothing is effectively protected throughout the service P1.2 positioning your client to meet the needs of the service without causing them discomfort P1.3 ensuring your own posture and position whilst working minimises fatigue and the risk of injury P1.4 keeping your work area clean and tidy throughout the service P1.5 using working methods that - minimise the wastage of styling and finishing products - minimise the risk of cross-infection - make effective use of your working time - ensure the use of clean resources - minimise the risk of harm or injury to yourself and others P1.6 ensuring your personal standards of health and hygiene minimise the risk of cross- infection, infestation and offence to your clients and colleagues P1.7 using products and methods identified as a result of consultation with your client P1.8 referring clients with untreated conditions to a general practitioner and or trichologist, when necessary P1.9 completing styling within a commercially viable time P2 style hair by twisting by P2.1 confirming with your client the look agreed at consultation prior to and during the service P2.2 preparing your client's hair in a way which is suitable for the style agreed P2.3 effectively securing any hair not being styled to keep your section clearly visible P2.4 maintaining a suitable and even tension throughout the twisting process P2.5 effectively controlling and securing the twist into the desired look P2.6 combining and adapting your twisting techniques in a way to achieve the desired look P2.7 using twisting techniques to take account of the factors which influence the achievement of the desired look P2.8 using twisting techniques in a way that avoids damage to the hair and scalp P2.9 ensuring the completed twists are of uniform size 2
P3 P4 P2.10 ensuring the completed twists are dried, where relevant P2.11 ensuring the finished look meets the intended direction, balance and volume agreed with your client P2.12 applying suitable styling and finishing products that complement and enhance the desired look P2.13 ensuring the finished look complements your client's features and enhances their image P2.14 confirming your client s satisfaction with the finished look style hair using wrapping techniques by P3.1 confirming with your client the look agreed at consultation prior to and during the service P3.2 preparing your client's hair in a way which is suitable for the style agreed P3.3 effectively securing any hair not being styled to keep your section clearly visible P3.4 maintaining a suitable and even tension throughout the wrapping process P3.5 effectively controlling and securing the wrapping into the desired look P3.6 taking into account of the factors which influence the achievement of the desired look P3.7 using wrapping techniques in a way that avoids damage to the hair and scalp P3.8 ensuring the wrapped sections are smooth, firm, cylindrical and completely cover the hair with an even tension throughout P3.9 ensuring the finished look meets the intended direction, balance and volume agreed with your client P3.10 applying suitable styling and finishing products that complement and enhance the desired look P3.11 ensuring the finished look complements your client's features and enhances their image P3.12 confirming your client s satisfaction with the finished look provide aftercare advice by P4.1 giving advice and recommendations accurately and constructively P4.2 giving your client suitable advice on the maintenance of their style and hair condition 3
Knowledge and understanding Salon and legal requirements K1 your salon's requirements for client preparation K2 your salon's expected service times for twisting and wrapping hair K3 your own responsibilities under the current Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations in relation to the use of styling and finishing products K4 your salon's image and expected standards of service How to work safely, effectively and hygienically when styling K5 the types of protective equipment that should be available for clients K6 how the position of your client and yourself can affect the desired outcome and reduce fatigue and the risk of injury K7 the importance of positioning equipment for ease of use K8 why it is important to keep your work area clean and tidy K9 methods of working safely and hygienically and which minimise the risk of cross- infection and cross-infestation K10 the importance of personal hygiene K11 methods of sterilisation used in hairdressing salons K12 the importance of using products economically Hairdressing science K13 the potential consequences of excessive tension on the hair and scalp K14 how to identify the first signs of traction alopecia K15 the types and causes of alopecia K16 the hair and scalp conditions that require referral to a general practitioner and/or trichologist K17 why it is important to moisturise the hair after twisting and wrapping K18 the physical effects of styling and finishing products on the hair Twisting and wrapping techniques K19 how the factors in the range influence the choice and direction of the twisting and wrapping K20 the importance of sectioning hair accurately when twisting and wrapping K21 how to handle the hair when twisting and wrapping to maintain a correct and even tension K22 how to carry out the twisting techniques listed in the range K23 how to wrap hair K24 how the factors in the range affect the styling process and the finished look K25 how twisting on wet or dry hair can influence the finished look 4
Products, tools and their use K26 the types of styling and finishing products and tools available for wrapping and twisting hair K27 the suitability of products for use when twisting with different hair types and for achieving different effects K28 the manufacturers instructions relating to the use of the styling and finishing products in your salon Information to give to clients on hair maintenance and management K29 how often to shampoo and cleanse the hair according to hairstyle, hair and scalp condition and lifestyle K30 how to maintain their hair condition whilst it is twisted and threaded K31 the products to use for home care and those to avoid and why K32 how to protect the hair whilst sleeping and why K33 how to protect the hair from reversion caused by moisture (e.g. environmental, sports related, steamy conditions) K34 the importance of knowing when and why they need to have their hair trimmed K35 how to maintain their agreed style K36 the longevity of the twists and wrapping K37 how lifestyle can influence their choice of style (e.g. active sports, career and job requirements) K38 how their hair texture affects their styling possibilities K39 how to ensure the safe removal of their twisted and or wrapped hairstyle K40 how to deal with signs of traction alopecia Communication K41 how to give effective advice and recommendations to clients 5
Additional Information Scope/range related to performance criteria 1. Styling and finishing products are 1.1. gel 1.2. spray 1.3. oil 2. Looks are 2.1. twists created on wet hair 2.2. twists created on hair blow dried using a comb attachment 3. Twisting techniques are 3.1. twist out 3.2. comb twists on scalp 3.3. comb twists off scalp 3.4. Bantu knots 3.5. flat twist 4. Factors are 4.1. desired look 4.2. hair elasticity 4.3. head and face shape 4.4. hair texture 4.5. hair length 4.6. hair density 4.7. alopecia 4.8. scalp condition 5. Advice covers: 5.1. hair care 5.2. products for use at home 5.3. maintenance of their style 5.4. potential for style change 6
Developed by SkillsActive Version number 1 Date approved June 2009 Indicative review date Validity Status Originating organisation Original URN Relevant occupations Suite Key words June 2011 Current Original Habia O24NAH12 Retail and commercial enterprise; Service enterprises; Personal Service Occupations; Hairdressers and Related Occupations African Type Hair Hairdressing Standards twisting techniques, wrapping, natural African type hair 7