SHBHDES005 — Select and apply hair extensions

1 Consult with client and assess hair.

• 1.1Discuss client preferences, and expectations of desired finished result using visual aids to assist.
• 1.2Visually and physically examine and analyse client natural hair characteristics.
• 1.3Evaluate client facial features and bone structure for suitable complementary hair extension designs.
• 1.4Consider the interplay of the elements and principles of hair design to visualise, communicate and recommend hair extension designs appropriate for the client.
• 1.5Explain cost, application technique, maintenance requirements, features and benefits to client.
• 1.6Determine the best hair extension design and obtain client agreement to proceed with recommendations.

2 Select hair extension type and colour.

• 2.1Select colour, texture and type of hair extension, according to planned design and to best blend with client’s natural hair.
• 2.2Select number of strands in hair extension and mix fibres, according to product instructions, to achieve desired colour and texture.

3 Prepare client’s natural hair.

• 3.1Maintain client and operator comfort and safety throughout service according to organisational procedures.
• 3.2Prepare client’s natural hair so that it is clean, dry and free of styling aids.
• 3.3Remove existing hair extensions as required, according to product instructions.
• 3.4Section client’s natural hair according to planned design.

4 Apply hair extensions.

• 4.1Select strand sizes to match planned design.
• 4.2Select section sizes appropriate for strand size chosen.
• 4.3Apply strands and securely seal using bonding equipment, according to product instructions and planned design.
• 4.4Use safe degree of tension to avoid traction damage to hair and traction alopecia.
• 4.5Dispose of hair extension waste safely, according to organisational procedures.

5 Complete hair design and review service.

• 5.1Cut and finish hair, as required, to blend extensions and natural hair, and to achieve planned finished design.
• 5.2Review service outcomes against client design expectations and confirm client satisfaction with result.
• 5.3Adjust finished design in response to any client concerns and own post service analysis of appearance.
• 5.4Advise on hair extension maintenance and recommend home care products.

What does an assessment tool for SHBHDES005 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for SHBHDES005 needs to address all 105 unit components: 5 elements with 21 performance criteria, 16 performance evidence requirements, 64 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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