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

Perform a hair perming service 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
262501  Perform a hair perming service 
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 4  NQF Level 04  12 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

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 replaces: 
US ID Unit Standard Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Credits Replacement Status
114840  Perform a hair perming service  Level 4  NQF Level 04  12   

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
The person credited with this unit standard will be able to provide a complete hair perming service. This will include the preparation of both the workstation and client for the hair perming service. They will be able to investigate and examine the hair in preparation of the permanent waving and choose the correct tools, equipment and products suitable for the client's hair and to carry out the full hair perming procedure for best results. The learner will also be able to conduct a full after sale service for the client.

The qualifying learner is capable of:
  • Analysing the hair and scalp and selecting appropriate tools, equipment and products.
  • Preparing hair for perming service.
  • Perm hair.
  • Rinsing and finishing off hair.
  • Discussing, explaining and applying the use of aftercare products and services. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    It is assumed that a learner will be competent in:
  • Communication at NQF Level 3.
  • Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 3.
  • Shampoo, condition and treat hair and scalp at Level 2. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
  • Perming rod diameter will include various size and shape rods.
  • Winding techniques will include brick, on-base, over-directed, under-directed, spiral, weave, stack winding, perming, textured, combination winding and fashion winding.
  • Different types of perm lotion will include normal, resistant, coloured, lightened, treated, acid, alkaline, gel and 3 step perm. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Prepare hair for the perming service. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The methods and techniques for performing a perming service are explained in accordance with industry best practices. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The hair is shampooed according to manufacturer instructions prior to the perming service. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    A barrier cream is applied to exposed skin according to manufacturer instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Porosity equalizer is applied to affected areas according to manufacturer instructions. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Perm hair. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The chosen methods and techniques for the perming service are performed according to industry standards and the eyes, ears and neck are protected using suitable barrier products. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The hair is sectioned according to rod width and diameter. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The end papers are applied in accordance with the planned perm style. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The hair is evenly distributed across the rod, correct tension is applied and the perming rods are secured according to salon procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The permanent wave product is applied to every rod in a controlled manner. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The curl development is monitored and timed, and a test curl is taken according to manufacturer's instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    The hair is parted and sub-sectioned according to perming service requirements. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Rinse and finish off a perm service. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The hair is rinsed in accordance with workplace requirements to remove perming lotion. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The neutraliser is applied, monitored and rinsed according to manufacturer instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The perm rods are removed according to salon procedures and manufacturer instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Hair is rinsed and the appropriate product is applied to finish off the perming procedure. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Discuss, explain and apply the use of after care products and services. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The aftercare products for the hair perming service provided are identified according to the type of perm and hair type. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The after care product is applied according to manufacturer's instructions and client requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The client is advised of homecare treatment and products to maintain the hair perming service. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Potential sales opportunities are identified and capitalised on throughout the hair perming service. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    A follow up appointment is secured and the client record card is completed according to requirements. 


    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, techniques and principle of hair perming.
  • Causes of unsuccessful perms and solutions.
  • Hair texture and diameter and the influence of texture on:
    > Choice of perm lotion.
    > Development time of the perm.
    > Elasticity of the hair and the elasticity test.
    > Porosity of the hair and the different states of porosity with regard to.
    > Influence on development time of the perm.
    > The porosity test.
    > Pigmentation of the hair.
    > Growth direction and patterns.
    > Methods and techniques of winding.
    > Products used in providing a hair perming service and the manufacturer's instructions.
  • Sizes and uses of perming rods.
  • Different types of perm lotions.
  • Record keeping systems policies and procedures.
  • Hair analysis procedures.
  • Hygiene, safety and sanitization procedures.
  • Salon procedures for preparing a workstation and client.
  • Procedures for planning a perm design and its final style result. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems in the processing of the hair perming service. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise oneself and one's activities in order to be fully prepared to perform a hair perming service. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information pertaining to the clients hair and perming request. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively with clients throughout the preparation, analysis and perming phases so that a professional service is offered. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use chemical science and technology in order to provide the most effective hair perming service and by following manufacturer's instructions. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Understand the world as a set of related systems where the poor analysis of the hair could lead to a poor hair perming service. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    Contribute to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of the society at large, by making it the underlying intention of any programme of learning to make an individual aware of the importance of being culturally and aesthetically sensitive across a range of social contexts. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    This unit standard replaces unit standard 114840, "Perform a hair perming service", Level 4, 12 credits. 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  65729   Further Education and Training Certificate: Hairdressing  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  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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