CUAMUP414Style wigs and hairpieces for productions

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What an assessment for CUAMUP414 must cover

40 assessable components: 3 elements (13 performance criteria), 10 performance evidence and 10 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 7 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Prepare for styling wigs and hairpieces

  • 1.1Confirm hairstyle design and production requirements with required personnel
  • 1.2Select wigs and hairpieces for required hairstyles and according to performer measurements
  • 1.3Check facilities and equipment meet health, hygiene and safety requirements
  • 1.4Clean and condition wigs and hairpieces according to production requirements

2 Prepare performer and apply wigs and hairpieces

  • 2.1Test performer skin for potential adverse reaction to wigs and hairpieces and take remedial action as required
  • 2.2Prepare performer natural hair in preparation for wig and hairpiece application using dressing techniques
  • 2.3Prepare performers for application of wigs and hairpieces according to production requirements
  • 2.4Apply wigs and hairpieces to performers and adjust according to production requirements

3 Apply design finishes to wigs and hairpieces

  • 3.1Select styling aids, tools and techniques according to production requirements
  • 3.2Finalise wigs and hairpieces according to production requirements
  • 3.3Produce hairstyles according to production requirements
  • 3.4Attach wigs and hairpieces to performer head or place wigs and hairpieces on head blocks for later fitting
  • 3.5Document hair designs for future performances and continuity purposes

Performance evidence

  • style wigs and hairpieces for performances or productions according to at least two different production requirements.
  • prepare performers’ wigs and hairpieces for styling
  • fit wigs and hairpieces on performers
  • maintain the condition of wigs and hairpieces
  • style and apply finishes to wigs and hairpieces
  • create a documentary record of hair designs
  • complete work within production timelines
  • comply with health and hygiene requirements when providing hair services
  • work collaboratively with others in creating hair designs
  • provide clear explanations to performers during wig and hairpiece fitting sessions.

Knowledge evidence

  • common production requirements for styling wigs and hairpieces for performances or productions including: wig stitching, knotting and fibre types; wig and hair styles; timelines; performer requirements
  • roles and responsibilities of personnel who need to be consulted in relation to designing and styling wigs and hairpieces
  • typical problems of styling wigs and hairpieces and common solutions
  • health, hygiene and safety requirements for the provision of wig and hairpiece styling services
  • industry standard procedures for washing wigs
  • common procedures in preparing hair for under a wig
  • relationship between face type and elements and principles of hair design
  • characteristics of human and synthetic hair types used in wigs and hairpieces
  • tools and techniques for applying design finishes to wigs and hairpieces
  • maintenance and storage requirements for wigs and hairpieces.

Foundation skills

  • Numeracy: Calculates performer head measurements and size of wigs using mathematical formulae
  • Oral communication: Obtains information using listening and questioning techniques; Contributes information using clear language
  • Reading: Analyses and interprets textual information to plan styling of wigs and hairpieces
  • Writing: Documents designs for future reference
  • Planning and organising: Plans, organises and implements required tasks; Evaluates different factors when deciding on hairstyles
  • Self-management: Follows health and hygiene regulations and requirements when working with wigs and hairpieces
  • Teamwork: Works collaboratively with required personnel during production; Follows accepted communication practices and protocols

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Questions about assessing CUAMUP414

What does an assessment tool for CUAMUP414 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CUAMUP414 needs to address all 40 unit components: 3 elements with 13 performance criteria, 10 performance evidence requirements, 10 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for CUAMUP414?

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