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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Perform advanced head massage and hair treatments 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
114827  Perform advanced head massage and hair treatments 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Hairdressing Cosmetology and Beauty 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 11 - Services Personal Care 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 2  NQF Level 02  5 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2007-05-15  2009-04-08  SAQA 0160/05 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2010-04-08   2013-04-08  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard is replaced by: 
US ID Unit Standard Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Credits Replacement Status
262560  Perform advanced massage in a hairdressing environment  Level 2  NQF Level 02  5   

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
Learners acquiring this standard will be learning towards obtaining National Certificate in Hairdressing Support: NQF Level 2 or are working within a hairdressing environment, where acquisition or competence against this standard will add value to learners job, or chances of finding employment

This standard will allow the learner to advance to learning for a qualification at NQF level 3. This standard will enhance the social status within the hairdressing industry by having more competent people who now have both the practical ability and an enhanced understanding of performing an advanced head massage

The qualifying learner is capable of:
  • Preparing the workstation for a head massage according to organisational requirements
  • Performing hair and scalp treatments
  • Preparing client for a head massage according to organisational requirements
  • Performing a head massage service
  • Completing follow - up action 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Learners accessing this qualification will have demonstrated competence against unit standards in mathematical, computer, numerical and communication studies at NQF Level 1 equivalent. 

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
  • Hygienic procedures are to be followed: personal cleanliness, sanitation of tools and work area
  • Massaging of the head will include treating common scalp disorders (dandruff, oily or greasy scalp) common scalp conditions (split ends, damaged cuticle and beaded hair) 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Prepare client for a head massage according to organisational requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The client is received according to organisational requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The client is gowned and protected in readiness for a head massage according to organisational requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The client's head/scalp is analysed through questioning, visual and physical examinations and the findings are recorded on the analysis card. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Prepare the workstation for a head massage according to organisational requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The workstation for a head massage is prepared with the applicable tools, products and materials. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The workstation meets the required levels of hygiene and sanitisation standards according to organisational requirements. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Perform hair and scalp treatments. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Massage and massage techniques are described in terms of their benefits to the hair and scalp. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Hand, brush, non-manual vibration.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Treatments of the scalp and hair shaft are described in terms of their benefits. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Benefits-internal, external; treatments - ultra violet, high frequency.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Perform a head massage service. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Massage techniques are performed by using recognised procedures and techniques. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Head massage products are selected according to client requirements and analysis. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The selected head massage product is applied according to manufacturer's instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Head massage is finished off according to manufacturer's instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Clients' comfort and safety are observed throughout the procedure. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Complete follow-up action. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Clients information is recognised in accordance with organisational procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Tools and equipment are sanitised by following organisational requirements and health and safety regulations. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Work area is cleaned and tidied according to organisational requirements and time frames. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An individual wishing to be assessed (including through RPL) against this unit standard may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution accredited by the relevant ETQA.
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard or assessing this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA at its discretion. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Methods and techniques for performing a head massage
  • Principles and procedures for selecting the appropriate treatments for a head massage
  • Common hair conditions and common hair and scalp disorders
  • Methods and techniques for applying hair and scalp treatments and massage techniques A petrissage technique is performed according to salon requirements. An effleurage technique is performed according to salon requirements
  • Principles for dealing with customers
  • Organisational policies and procedures for hair treatments, reception of client and preparation of workstation
  • A basic understanding of working practices, techniques, safe and hygienic practices, according to company instruction 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems related to the correct head massaging services on a range of clients and to identify and solve problems such as dealing with contra-indications and/or treatment choices by the client. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation and community by booking, preparing and completing any of the hair treatment services within a commercial work environment. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively by booking, preparing and completing any of the head massaging services in a professional, organised and cost effective manner. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information in order to perform the most suitable head massage service. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively giving appropriate homecare advice to clients, completing client record cards and recommending related services and products. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 262560, which is "Perform advanced massage in a hairdressing environment", Level 2, 5 credits. 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  64652   National Certificate: Hairdressing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2009-04-08  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
    This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.
     
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