Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for styling wigs and hairpieces

1.1 Confirm hairstyle design elements and production requirements and timelines with relevant personnel

1.2 Select wigs and hairpieces for required hairstyles and according to performers’ measurements

1.3 Check facilities and equipment meet health, hygiene and safety requirements

1.4 Clean and condition wigs and hairpieces taking into account stitching, knotting and fibre type

2. Cut wigs and hairpieces

2.1 Test performers’ skin for potential adverse reaction to wigs and hairpieces and take remedial action if required

2.2 Apply hairpieces to scalp area and trim to blend with existing natural hair

2.3 Apply wigs to performers and adjust to ensure a comfortable fit

2.4 Apply hair cutting techniques to achieve the required wig appearance

2.5 Cut switches and postiche as required to blend with required appearance

3. Apply design finishes to wigs and hairpieces

3.1 Select styling aids, tools and techniques appropriate to required hairstyles

3.2 Take into account the effect lighting has on hair colour and aspects of physical appearance when finishing wigs and hairpieces

3.3 Use hairstyle design elements to produce hairstyles according to production requirements and within agreed timelines

3.4 Confirm, with relevant personnel, that hair designs meet production requirements and adjust styles as required

3.5 Attach wigs and hairpieces to performers’ heads or place on head blocks for fitting at a later time

3.6 Document hair designs for future performances and continuity purposes

Skill 

Performance  Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1, 1.2, 3.3, 3.4

• Analyses and interprets textual information to plan styling of wigs and hairpieces

Writing

3.6

• Documents hair designs for future reference

Oral Communication

1.1, 3.4

• Obtains information by listening and questioning
• Uses clear language to contribute information

Numeracy

1.2,

• Uses mathematical formulae to calculate performers’ head measurements and size of wigs to ensure correct fit

Navigate the world of work

1.3, 1.4, 2.1

• Follows health and hygiene regulations and requirements when working with wigs and hairpieces

Interact with others

1.1, 2.1-2.5, 3.4, 3.5

• Works collaboratively with relevant personnel to confirm requirements
• Follows accepted communication practices and protocols

Get the work done

1.1, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2-2.5, 3.1-3.6

• Plans, organises and implements tasks required to prepare and maintain quality of wigs and hairpieces
• Utilises effects of lighting to achieve creative outcomes
• Considers a range of factors to decide on hairstyles

Code and title  

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

CUAMUP404 Style wigs and hairpieces for performances or productions

CUFMUP404A Style wigs and hairpieces for performances or productions

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages.

Minor edits to performance criteria.

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.