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Task D-9 Prepares and styles wet hair
Task Descriptor
Hairstylists mould and manipulate wet hair using styling products, tools and equipment to create direction, volume and texture.
D-9.01 Uses styling aids for wet hair
D-9.01 Uses styling aids for wet hair
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| D-9.01.01P |
remove excess moisture from hair |
excess moisture is removed from hair using towel to prevent product dilution and to shorten drying time |
| D-9.01.02P |
select styling aids |
styling aids are selected according to hair characteristics and desired finish |
| D-9.01.03P |
distribute styling aids |
styling aids are distributed according to manufacturers’ specifications, directions and desired results |
Range of Variables
- styling aids include: mousse, shine drops, serums, gel, thermal protectors, setting lotions, volumizers, setting spray, leave-in conditioner, toning spray, sea salt spray
- hair characteristics include: weight, shape, natural fall, growth patterns, density, texture, porosity, elasticity, overall health
Knowledge
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| D-9.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of styling aids and their benefits |
identify types of styling aids for wet hair and describe their benefits |
| D-9.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of the applications used to apply styling aids |
describe the applications for using styling aids |
Range of Variables
- styling aids include: mousse, shine drops, serums, gel, thermal protectors, setting lotions, volumizers, setting spray, leave-in conditioner, toning spray, sea salt spray
D-9.02 Dries hair
D-9.02 Dries hair
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| D-9.02.01P |
select pre-drying technique |
pre-drying technique is selected according to desired results |
| D-9.02.02P |
select drying equipment |
drying equipment is selected according to type of service and desired results |
| D-9.02.03P |
select styling tools |
styling tools are selected according to type of service and desired results |
| D-9.02.04P |
direct hair dryer nozzle in coordination with styling tools |
hair dryer nozzle is directed in coordination with styling tools |
| D-9.02.05P |
hold hair dryer or place hood dryer at desired distance from hair and scalp |
hair dryer is held or hood dryer is placed at desired distance from hair and scalp |
| D-9.02.06P |
determine airflow temperature, speed and direction |
airflow temperature, speed and direction are determined for comfort, dryness and desired results |
| D-9.02.07P |
test hair |
hair is tested by touch to verify dryness |
Range of Variables
- pre-drying techniques include: blotting hair with towel to shorten drying time, rough drying with fingers and hair dryer
- drying equipment include: hair dryers, hood dryers, hot air brushes, lamps
- styling tools include: brushes, combs, rollers, clips
Knowledge
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| D-9.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of drying techniques |
identify types of pre-drying techniques and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of drying techniques and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify drying equipment used to dry hair |
| identify types of styling tools used to style hair |
| describe techniques used to dry hair with styling tools |
| describe technique used to set temperature on drying equipment to protect integrity of hair and scalp |
| list safety practices when using drying equipment |
| describe technique used with hot and cold temperature variations to set hair |
Range of Variables
- drying techniques include: brush drying, finger drying, hood drying, diffusing, scrunching
- pre-drying techniques include: blotting hair with towel to shorten drying time, rough drying with fingers and hair dryer
- drying equipment include: hair dryers, hood dryers, hot air brushes, lamps
- styling tools include: brushes, combs, rollers, clips
- safety practices include: directing air flow away from scalp, adjusting airflow temperature, keeping a safe distance between hair dryer and hair strand
D-9.03 Places hair using freestyle techniques
D-9.03 Places hair using freestyle techniques
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| D-9.03.01P |
arrange hair |
hair is arranged using fingers and palms |
| D-9.03.02P |
direct hair with hands |
hair is manipulated with hands according to desired results |
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| D-9.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of principles of styling hair |
describe elements and principles of design |
| identify style requirements |
| explain the importance of staying current on trends and styles |
| D-9.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of arranging hair using freestyle techniques |
identify types of styling aids used to freestyle hair |
| describe the procedure used to style hair using freestyle techniques |
Range of Variables
- elements and principles of design include: shape, form, movement, balance, rhythm, symmetry, line, colour, emphasis, proportion
- style requirements include: volume, form, texture, design, colour, emphasis
D-9.04 Sets wet hair into style pattern using setting tools
D-9.04 Sets wet hair into style pattern using setting tools
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| D-9.04.01P |
select tool size and type |
tool size and type are selected according to hair texture, density, wave pattern and desired results |
| D-9.04.02P |
choose set pattern and curl placement for tools |
set pattern and tool placement are chosen according to desired results |
| D-9.04.03P |
comb hair smooth and manipulate over tools |
hair is combed smooth and tools are placed using tension in direction of chosen set pattern |
| D-9.04.04P |
smooth ends |
ends are smoothed by using tension and styling tools to avoid hooked ends |
| D-9.04.05P |
secure set |
set is secured using fasteners placed on hair |
| D-9.04.06P |
select drying equipment to dry hair |
drying equipment is selected to dry hair |
| D-9.04.07P |
test hair for dryness |
hair is tested by hands to verify dryness |
| D-9.04.08P |
remove tools |
tools are removed after hair cools without disturbing base |
Range of Variables
- placements include: on-base, off-base, half-off base, under-directed, over-directed
- fasteners include: clips, picks, clamps
- drying equipment includes: hair dryers, hood dryers
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| D-9.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of principles of styling hair |
describe elements and principles of design |
| identify style requirements |
| explain the importance of staying current on trends and styles |
| D-9.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of techniques used to set wet hair into style pattern using setting tools |
describe the procedures used to determine size, type of tool and style pattern |
| explain the various tool positions and placements and their effects on the outcome created by different base placement |
Range of Variables
- elements and principles of design include: shape, form, movement, balance, rhythm, symmetry, line, colour, emphasis, proportion
- style requirements include: direction, volume, texture
- placements include: on-base, off-base, half-off base, under-directed, over-directed
- effects include: spiral, barrel curls, end curls, root curls
D-9.05 Styles hair using finger waves and pin curls
D-9.05 Styles hair using finger waves and pin curls
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| D-9.05.01P |
select starting point |
starting point is selected according to natural growth to demonstrate desired results |
| D-9.05.02P |
manipulate hair |
hair is manipulated using fingers and tools to sculpt and mould to create C-shaping and directing the hair into an alternating C pattern |
| D-9.05.03P |
use fingers and comb to connect shaping and ridges |
fingers and comb are used to connect shaping and ridges to maintain uniformity of finger waves |
| D-9.05.04P |
select pin curl type |
pin curl type is selected according to desired results |
| D-9.05.05P |
use fingers and comb to mould and shape hair into smooth circular patterns |
fingers and comb are used to mould and shape hair into a smooth circular pattern to achieve a carved or sculpted pin curl |
| D-9.05.06P |
secure pin curls at open end |
pin curls are secured at open end |
| D-9.05.07P |
place client under hood dryer and check hair periodically for dryness |
client is placed under hood dryer to set hair and hair is checked periodically for dryness |
| D-9.05.08P |
remove clips |
clips are removed after hair cools without disturbing base |
| D-9.05.09P |
style hair |
hair is styled according to desired results |
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| D-9.05.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of principles of styling hair |
describe elements and principles of design |
| identify style requirements |
| explain the importance of staying current on trends and styles |
| D-9.05.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of techniques used to style hair using finger waves and pin curls |
describe the procedure used to determine starting point and desired results |
| identify types of clips used to hold curls |
| identify types of drying equipment used to dry curls |
| identify types of curls created using moulding and sculpting techniques |
| describe sculpting techniques used to style hair into desired results |
| describe procedures used to comb out and finish hair |
Range of Variables
- elements and principles of design include: shape, form, movement, balance, rhythm, symmetry, line, colour, emphasis, proportion
- style requirements include: indentation, direction, volume, texture
- drying equipment includes: hair dryer, hood dryer
- curls include: cascade, barrel, stand up, sculpted, open-ended, closed-ended, full stem, half stem, no stem
- comb out includes: backcombing, back brushing, teasing
- finish hair includes: smoothing, polishing, tucking, checking silhouette, using finishing spray
Task D-10 Styles and finishes dry hair
Task Descriptor
Hairstylists create a finished look on dry hair by manipulating the volume, balance and shape of hair. They use thermal tools to alter texture and shape, and styling and finishing aids to protect and support the finished look.
D-10.01 Uses styling and finishing aids for dry hair
D-10.01 Uses styling and finishing aids for dry hair
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| D-10.01.01P |
apply styling and finishing aids |
styling and finishing aids are applied according to hair texture, density and desired results |
| D-10.01.02P |
distribute styling and finishing aids |
styling and finishing aids are distributed evenly through hair |
| D-10.01.03P |
style hair with tools |
hair is styled with tools according to desired results |
| D-10.01.04P |
finish style |
style is finished according to desired results |
Range of Variables
- styling aids include: thermal protector, serums, gels, mousse, pomade, clays, wax, volumizers, dry shampoo, root sprays, texturizing sprays, fibre paste
- finishing aids include: flexible hold sprays, firm hold sprays, sparkle sprays, colour sprays
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| D-10.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of styling and finishing aids for dry hair, their characteristics and applications |
identify types of styling aids and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of finishing aids and describe their characteristics and applications |
| D-10.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures for using styling and finishing aids |
describe the procedures used for applying styling and finishing aids to hair |
Range of Variables
- styling aids include: thermal protector, serums, gels, mousse, pomade, clays, wax, volumizers, dry shampoo, root sprays, texturizing sprays, fibre paste
- finishing aids include: flexible hold sprays, firm hold sprays, sparkle sprays, colour sprays
D-10.02 Styles hair using thermal tools and equipment
D-10.02 Styles hair using thermal tools and equipment
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| D-10.02.01P |
select thermal tools and equipment |
thermal tools and equipment are selected according to desired finish effect |
| D-10.02.02P |
select styling tool |
styling tool is selected according to desired results |
| D-10.02.03P |
determine styling tool placement on the base of hair section |
styling tool is placed on the base of hair section |
| D-10.02.04P |
determine heat setting for thermal tool and equipment |
heat setting of thermal tool and equipment is determined according to hair texture and condition to protect the integrity of the hair |
| D-10.02.05P |
protect scalp with heat-resistant comb |
scalp is protected with heat-resistant comb when using thermal tools |
| D-10.02.06P |
comb section smooth |
section is combed smooth from the base before applying the thermal tool to reshape hair |
| D-10.02.07P |
use desired pressure and tension for the thermal tool selected |
desired pressure and tension for the thermal tool selected is used |
| D-10.02.08P |
thermal tool or equipment is used with consistent fluid motion |
constant motion is used to create desired results |
| D-10.02.09P |
direct hair through or on thermal tool |
hair is directed through or on thermal tool to create desired effect and smooth ends |
| D-10.02.10P |
remove thermal tool without disturbing base |
thermal tool is removed without disturbing base |
Range of Variables
- thermal tools include: curling wands, curling irons, flat irons, texture irons, hot rollers, airbrush
- thermal equipment includes: hood dryer, hair dryer
- styling tools include: combs, clips, rollers, brushes
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| D-10.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of principles of styling hair |
describe elements and principles of design |
| identify style requirements |
| explain the importance of staying current on trends and styles |
| D-10.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of techniques used to style hair using thermal tools and equipment, and styling tools |
identify types of thermal tools and equipment, and describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify types of styling tools and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe brushing and combing techniques used to prepare hair for thermal styling |
| describe techniques used to style hair using thermal tools and equipment |
| list safety practices when using thermal tools and equipment, and styling tools |
Range of Variables
- elements and principles of design include: shape, form, movement, balance, rhythm, symmetry, line, colour, emphasis, proportion
- style requirements include: direction, volume, texture, balance, temperature of thermal tools and equipment
- thermal tools include: curling wands, curling irons, flat irons, texture irons, hot rollers, airbrush
- thermal equipment includes: hood dryer, hair dryer
- styling tools include: combs, clips, rollers, brushes
- safety practices include: protecting scalp with comb when using thermal tools, directing air flow away from scalp, testing temperature of thermal tools and equipment, maintaining integrity of cords and equipment
D-10.03 Styles updos
D-10.03 Styles updos
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| D-10.03.01P |
plan and prepare hair for updo |
updo is planned and prepared using controlled sections of hair according to desired results |
| D-10.03.02P |
create foundation and support |
foundation and support is created by backcombing, back brushing, and using foundational support aids if desired |
| D-10.03.03P |
distribute hair in direction of design |
hair is distributed in direction of design to build focal point |
| D-10.03.04P |
secure design |
design is secured using pins or a sew-in-method according to desired results |
| D-10.03.05P |
ornamentation is added |
ornamentation is added according to desired results |
Range of Variables
- ornamentations include: feathers, headbands, clips, barrettes, beads, gems, wefts, extensions
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| D-10.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of principles of styling hair |
describe elements and principles of design |
| identify style requirements |
| describe the importance of staying current on trends and styles |
| D-10.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of techniques used to style updos |
identify types of tools and styling aids used to design an updo |
| describe the brushing and combing techniques used to prepare hair for an updo style |
| describe techniques used to insert pins securely |
| describe the methods used for sew-in updos |
Range of Variables
- elements and principles of design include: shape, form, movement, balance, rhythm, symmetry, line, colour, emphasis, proportion
- style requirements include: direction, volume, texture, balance, length
D-10.04 Creates hairstyle with hair additions
D-10.04 Creates hairstyle with hair additions
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| D-10.04.01P |
select and plan style |
style is selected and planned using hair addition according to desired results |
| D-10.04.02P |
prepare hair for style |
hair is prepared for style using controlled sections |
| D-10.04.03P |
create foundation and support |
foundation and support is created according to desired results |
| D-10.04.04P |
secure hair addition |
hair addition is secured |
| D-10.04.05P |
educate client |
client is educated according to manufacturers’ specifications and directions on home maintenance requirements and upkeep |
Range of Variables
- hair additions include: clip-ins, tape-ins, weaves, pre-bonded, fusion, micro-link, loop-and-lock, glue-in, glue-on, sew-in, nano-link
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| D-10.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of principles of styling hair |
describe elements and principles of design |
| identify style requirements |
| describe the importance of staying current on trends and styles |
| D-10.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of techniques used to create hairstyle with hair additions |
identify types of hair additions |
| describe the brushing and combing techniques used to prepare hair for hair additions |
| describe techniques used to create a foundation and support for hair additions |
| describe techniques used to secure hair additions |
| D-10.04.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of home maintenance methods for hair additions |
describe home maintenance methods for hair additions |
Range of Variables
- elements and principles of design include: shape, form, movement, balance, rhythm, symmetry, line, colour, emphasis, proportion
- style requirements include: direction, volume, texture, balance, length
- hair additions include: clip-ins, tape-ins, weaves, pre-bonded, fusion, micro-link, loop-and-lock, glue-in, glue-on, sew-in, nano-link
D-10.05 Finishes hair
D-10.05 Finishes hair
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| D-10.05.01P |
loosen curls and waves with fingers or tools |
curls and waves are loosened with fingers or tools to break up set pattern |
| D-10.05.02P |
smooth hair |
hair is smoothed using styling tools according to desired results |
| D-10.05.03P |
use styling aids |
styling aids are used to achieve a finished look according to desired results |
Range of Variables
- styling tools include: combs, clips, rollers, brushes
- styling aids include: thermal protector, serums, gels, mousse, pomade, clays, wax, volumizers, dry shampoo, root sprays, texturizing sprays, paste
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| D-10.05.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of principles of styling hair |
describe elements and principles of design |
| identify style requirements |
| describe the importance of staying current on trends and styles |
| D-10.05.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of techniques used to comb out hair |
describe techniques used to create a foundation and support |
| identify types of styling tools and aids used to achieve a finished look |
| D-10.05.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of techniques used to finish hair |
describe techniques used to smooth and finish hair |
| identify types of styling tools and aids used to achieve a finished look |
Range of Variables
- elements and principles of design include: shape, form, movement, balance, rhythm, symmetry, line, colour, emphasis, proportion
- style requirements include: direction, volume, texture, balance, length
- styling tools include: combs, clips, rollers, brushes
- styling aids include: thermal protector, serums, gels, mousse, pomade, clays, wax, volumizers, dry shampoo, root sprays, texturizing sprays, paste