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Extend African type hair using plaiting and twisting techniques

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.

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UN2AH16Extend African type hair using plaiting and twisting techniques

Through this unit you will develop a variety of plaiting and twisting techniques for African type hair that incorporate the use of added hair. Being able to identify the condition of your client’s hair, skin and scalp will determine which products and technique to use. The preparation of your client’s hair, selecting blending and placing the extensions 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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Credit value

Level

NOS

Observations

External paper(s)

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On completion of this unit you will:

Learning outcomes Evidence requirements

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Extend African type hair using plaiting and twisting techniques

1. Be able to use safe and effective methods of working when extending hair using plaiting and twisting techniques

2. Be able to prepare the hair to be added

3. Be able to produce plaited and twisted styles with added hair

4. Know salon and legal requirements

5. Understand how to work safely, effectively and hygienically when extending hair using plaiting and twisting techniques

6. Know the effects of plaiting and twisting on the hair

7. Understand the preparation requirements for added hair

8. Understand plaiting and twisting techniques using added hair

9. Understand products and their use

10. Understand how to communicate and provide aftercare advice to clients on hair maintenance and management

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 extending hair using plaiting and twisting techniques.

3. Your assessor will observe your performance on at least 3 occasions. Each occasion must be of a different look.

4. From the range, you must show that you have:

• used all the products listed• created all the plaited and twisted styles

listed• created all the types of plaits and twists

listed• you have taken into account all the

factors listed• used both sealing methods listed• given advice covering all the areas

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.

The following maximum service times apply to this unit:

25% of multiple single plaits 120 minutes

Over 15 multiple cornrows 90 minutes

Fullheadofflattwists 120minutes

25% of Senegalese twists 120 minutes

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Observation 1 2 3Criteria questioned orally

Date achieved

Portfolio reference

Learner signature

Assessor initials

Outcome 1

Observations

Observation 1 2 3Criteria questioned orally

Date achieved

Portfolio reference

Learner signature

Assessor initials

You can:

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*May be assessed through oral questioning.

Be able to use safe and effective methods of working when extending hair using plaiting and twisting techniques

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a. Protect the client’s clothing throughout the service

b. Position the client and yourself to meet the needs of the service without causing discomfort and fatigue

c. Keep the work area clean and tidy throughout the service

d. Use working methods that: - minimise the risk of damage to tools and client’s hair - minimise the wastage of products - minimise the risk of cross-infection - makes effective use of working time - ensure the use of clean resources - minimise harm or injury to yourself and others

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

f. Complete the plaiting and twisting service within a commercially viable time

Outcome 2

You can:

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Observation 1 2 3Criteria questioned orally

Date achieved

Portfolio reference

Learner signature

Assessor initials

a. Consult with the client about the type, length and colour of added hair

b. Select and use added hair which is: - of a suitable texture - of a suitable colour - evenly blended

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

Be able to prepare the hair to be added

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*May be assessed through oral questioning.

Outcome 3

You can:

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Date achieved

Portfolio reference

Learner signature

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a. Consult with the client about their satisfaction with the agreed look, prior to, during and on completion of the service

b. Part the sections cleanly and evenly to achieve the direction of the agreed plaited and or twisted style, securing any hair not being plaited or twisted

c. Add a quantity of hair which gives a balanced and well proportioned look suitable for the density of the client’s hair

d. Secure added hair into the client’s hair at the starting point of the section

e. Use and adjust a suitable and even tension when creating plaits and twists, to make sure the direction of the plaiting and twisting takesintoaccountinfluencingfactors

f. Incorporate all the client’s own hair and added hair in a way that achieves an even andsmoothfinish,makingsurethedirectionandbalanceofthefinishedplaitedand/or twisted style meets that agreed with the client

g. Use sealing methods that safely secure the ends of the plaits and twists *

h. Usesuitablestylingandfinishingproducts,when necessary, at the right time in the process to achieve the style requirements

i. Give the client suitable advice and recommendations on the maintenance of their plaited and or twisted style and hair condition

Be able to produce plaited and twisted styles with added hair

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*May be assessed through oral questioning.

You must practically demonstrate that you have:

Range

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Used all the products Portfolio reference

Sprays

Oils

Moisturisers

Gels

Created all the plaited and twisted styles Portfolio reference

25% of multiple single plaitsMaximum service time – 120 mins

Over 15 multiple cornrowsMaximum service time – 90 mins

FullheadofflattwistsMaximum service time – 120 mins

25% of Senegalese twistsMaximum service time – 120 mins

Created all the types of plaits and twists Portfolio reference

Multiple cornrow with added hair

Multiple single plaits with added hair

Flat twist with added hair

Senegalese twist with added hair

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You must practically demonstrate that you have:

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Taken into account all the factors Portfolio reference

Hair density

Hair texture

Face and head shape

Hair elasticity

Hair length

Transition

Used both sealing methods Portfolio reference

Hot water

Thermal sealers

Given advice covering all the areas Portfolio reference

Suitable products and their use

Hair maintenance

Time interval between services

Types of problems that can arise and courses of action

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 plaited and twisted styles with added hair

c. Describe your responsibilities under the current Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations in relation to the use ofstylingandfinishingproductsforplaitedandtwistedstyles

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

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Outcome 5

Understand how to work safely, effectively and hygienically when extending hair using plaiting and twisting techniques

You can: Portfolioreference/Assessor initials*

a. Identify the range of protective clothing that should be available for clients

b. Describe how the position of the client and yourself can affect the desired outcome and reduce fatigue and the risk of injury

c. Explain the importance of positioning equipment for ease of use

d. Identify the safety considerations which must be taken into account when plaiting and twisting hair

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

f. Describe the methods of working safely and hygienically and which minimise the risk of cross-infection and cross-infestation

g. Explain the importance of personal hygiene

h. Describe the methods of sterilisation used in hairdressing salons

i. Explain the importance of using safe sealing methods

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

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Outcome 6

Know the effects of plaiting and twisting on the hair

You can: Portfolioreference/Assessor initials*

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

b. Definetheterm‘tractionalopecia’

c. Describe how to identify the signs of potential traction alopecia

d. Describe the effects on the hair of wearing added hair over a long period of time

e. Describe the physical effects of plaiting and twisting on the hair structure

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

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Outcome 7

Understand the preparation requirements for added hair

You can: Portfolioreference/Assessor initials*

a. Identify the quantity of hair needed to create the plaits, twists and styles

b. Describe how to select added hair to meet client needs

c. Explain how to divide and separate added hair ready for use avoiding wastage and tangling

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

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Outcome 8

Understand plaiting and twisting techniques using added hair

You can: Portfolioreference/Assessor initials*

a. Describehowfactorsinfluencethechoiceanddirectionoftheplaited or twisted style

b. Identify the factors that must be taken into account to judge the quantity of hair to be added to achieve a balanced look

c. Describe the importance of sectioning hair accurately when plaiting or twisting

d. Identify methods of securing added hair into the section

e. Describe how to carry out sealing methods

f. Explain how to handle the hair when plaiting to maintain a correct and even tension

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

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Outcome 9

Understand products and their use

You can: Portfolioreference/Assessor initials*

a. Identify the types of products available for use with plaited and twisted styles, and their use

b. Explain the importance of following manufacturers’ instructions relatingtotheuseofthespecificproducts

c. Explain the importance of using products economically

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

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Outcome 10

Understand how to communicate and provide aftercare advice to clients on hair maintenance and management

You can: Portfolioreference/Assessor initials*

a. Explain how to give aftercare advice and recommendations to clients

b. Explain how to use combs and brushes and correctly comb hair from point to root

c. Explain how often to shampoo and cleanse the hair according to hair style, hair and scalp condition and lifestyle

d. Identify suitable conditioning treatments and the importance of regular conditioning

e. Identify the products to use for home care

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

g. Describehowlifestylecaninfluencetheclient’schoiceofstyle(e.g. active sports, career and job requirements)

h. Describe how hair texture effects styling possibilities

i. Describe how to maintain the agreed style

j. Explain how to remove the style

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

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