Fully Qualified HAIRDRESSING EXAM
201-3091 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6K 2G9 Tel: 604-871-0222 or Toll Free in BC: 1-800-663-9283 Fax: 604-871-0299 Website: beautycouncil.ca Email: [email protected]
Fully Qualified HAIRDRESSING EXAM – Fully Qualified
Fully Qualified Hairdressing Exam as of September 1, 2013 (1) General Trade Practices Evaluated throughout/concurrently (2) Men’s Technical Hair Cut 40 minutes (3) Women’s Technical Haircut 40 minutes (4) Blow Dry Styling with Round Brushes 25 minutes (5) Curling Iron 20 minutes (6) “French Roll” Up Do 40 minutes (7) Partial Perm (minimum of 20 perm rods) winding time: 15 minutes (Rinse/Blot 15 min, neutralize 15 min= 30 min) * Move to next section during processing (8) Finger Wave, Skip Wave and Roller Set 35 minutes (9) Hair Coloring – 40 minutes -10 foils (5 weaves and 5 slices) -Lightening Virgin Hair and -Tint Retouch application -Shampoo & Condition 10 minutes
Practical Exam Time: 4.55 Hours Theory Exam Time: – 1 Hour (120 questions in a multiple choice format)
These exam instructions may be used during the practical examination as reference.
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201-3091 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6K 2G9 Tel: 604-871-0222 or Toll Free in BC: 1-800-663-9283 Fax: 604-871-0299 Website: beautycouncil.ca Email: [email protected]
Fully Qualified Hairdressing Practical Exam (4 hours & 55 minutes) Candidates will be evaluated on the following components in this practical exam: 1. General Trade Practices – Concurrently Evaluated Displays all required equipment and tools. Demonstrates hygiene practices. Demonstrates sanitation practices. Displays personal image as an industry professional. Displays and demonstrates clean work area.
2. Men’s Technical Hair Cut – 40 minutes
MODEL or MANNEQUIN
Demonstrates 1 inch or more removed. Demonstrates blended interior. Demonstrates tapered perimeter. Demonstrates clean perimeter Demonstrates clean arch line. Demonstrates scissor over comb techniques. Demonstrates clipper over comb techniques. End result is complimentary to model. *GUARDS OR GUIDES ARE NOT PERMITTED*
3. Women’s Technical Haircut – 40 minutes
Male model is now done and may leave exam room
MODEL
Demonstrates (1inch) or more removed. Demonstrates finished length between (4-6”). Demonstrates blended interior. Demonstrated blended exterior. Demonstrated texturizing. Demonstrates balanced to model. Demonstrates ability to control form. Demonstrates even perimeter. End result is complimentary to model. *Complete wet or dry*
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201-3091 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6K 2G9 Tel: 604-871-0222 or Toll Free in BC: 1-800-663-9283 Fax: 604-871-0299 Website: beautycouncil.ca Email: [email protected]
4. Blow Dry Styling with Round Brushes – 25 minutes
MODEL
Demonstrates hair is completely dry. Displays smooth ends. Demonstrates volume on base root lift. Demonstrates ½ off base root lift. Demonstrates off base root lift. Demonstrates control of hair. End result is complimentary to model.
5. Curling Iron – 20 minutes
MODEL
Demonstrates control of iron with no indentations. Displays smooth ends. Demonstrates on base root lift. Demonstrates ½ off base root lift. Demonstrates off base curls. Demonstrates controlled form. End result is complimentary to model. Flat irons, wands or spring loaded irons are NOT permitted
6. “French Roll” Up Do – 40 minute
MANNEQUIN
Displays hair has been pre-set. Demonstrates smooth finish to completed style. Displays balance. Displays control of hair. Demonstrates back combing is even and consistent. Demonstrates pins are securely anchored and hidden.
7. Partial Perm (minimum 20 perm rods) – Winding Time: 15 minutes
MANNEQUIN
Hair is wrapped smooth with correct rod size. Displays no fishhooks. End result matches curl size to rod used. Practices appropriate blotting, rinsing & neutralizing
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8. Finger Wave – 11 minutes
201-3091 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6K 2G9 Tel: 604-871-0222 or Toll Free in BC: 1-800-663-9283 Fax: 604-871-0299 Website: beautycouncil.ca Email: [email protected]
MODEL or MANNEQUIN Demonstrates molded hair from scalp to ends. Displays four uniform waves. Displays three evenly defined ridges.
9. Skip Wave – 11 minutes
MODEL or MANNEQUIN
Demonstrates evenly defined ridges. Displays smooth pin curls. First set of pin curls pinned flat, second stand up.
MODEL or MANNEQUIN 10. Rollers – 11 minutes Demonstrates on base. Demonstrates off base. Demonstrates 1/2 off base. Demonstrates indentation roller.
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201-3091 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6K 2G9 Tel: 604-871-0222 or Toll Free in BC: 1-800-663-9283 Fax: 604-871-0299 Website: beautycouncil.ca Email: [email protected]
(Suggested sectioning for color applications)
Gel or conditioner will be used to demonstrate 11. Foils (5 weaves) – 10 minutes
MODEL or MANNEQUIN
Demonstrates clean 1/8 inch sections. Foils are even and consistently spaced. Displays no space between foil and scalp.
12. Foils (5 slices) – 10 minutes Demonstrates clean 1/8 inch sections. Foils are even and consistently spaced. Displays no space between foil and scalp.
13. Retouch Application Demonstrate clean ¼ inch sections. Product has been applied from scalp to demarcation line. Demonstrate hair is thoroughly saturate. Correctly answers oral question given.
14. Virgin Application (Going lighter using Bleach) Demonstrates ¼ inch sections for application with cotton. Displays product applied 1/2” away from scalp. Demonstrates hair is thoroughly saturated. Correctly answers oral question given.
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201-3091 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6K 2G9 Tel: 604-871-0222 or Toll Free in BC: 1-800-663-9283 Fax: 604-871-0299 Website: beautycouncil.ca Email: [email protected]
Theory Examination Hair Cutting
21%
Hair Colouring
20%
Hair Styling
14%
Chemical waving and relaxing of hair
13%
Hair and scalp care
6%
Specialized services (Chemistry & Professional Image)
6%
Business Management
6%
Client Service
6%
Hygiene sanitation and disinfection practices
5%
Use and maintenance of tools and equipment
4%
Total percentage
100%
*Candidates must receive a minimum of 70% to successfully pass the theory examination.*
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201-3091 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6K 2G9 Tel: 604-871-0222 or Toll Free in BC: 1-800-663-9283 Fax: 604-871-0299 Website: beautycouncil.ca Email: [email protected]
Equipment and Supplies Borrowing is strictly prohibited and will result in an automatic fail. The BeautyCouncil will NOT provide any equipment or supplies. Points will be deducted from candidates who fail to provide themselves with the following equipment and supplies. You are obliged to bring other professional products and supplies to complete all services on the exam. Candidates must bring all of the following professional equipment and supplies to the practical examination. Please use the following as a checklist to prepare for your examination. 10 towels (16” x 24”)
Professional hair dryer
6 foot electrical extension cord
Setting gel, hair spray, setting lotion and styling aids
Variety of professional combs (styling comb, tail comb, lift comb etc.) Variety of professional brushes (paddle, round, Denman etc.) Sectioning clips
Cotton batting
Water spray bottle
Perm wave solution
Capes (cutting and chemical)
A non-permed and non-coloured mannequin
Cutting shears
Mannequin(s) and stand(s)
Thinning shears (optional)
Pin curl clips
Razor, clipper, trimmer (optional)
Colour bowl and brush
Shampoo and conditioner
Foils
Neck duster
Any other equipment or supplies necessary to complete the exam requirements
End papers Perm rods (up to purple – minimum of 20 rods)
Professional marcel curling iron
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS & REGULATIONS FOR EXAM PROCESS (Read Carefully) 1. Each candidate should bring for the registration of his/her exam a confirmation letter, current photo identification (driver’s license or passport) and a CLEAR photocopy of this photo ID. 2. Upon commencement of the examination candidates must not communicate in any way with one another. Failure to comply with this rule may result in disqualification. 3. Smoking is prohibited on the premises where the examination is conducted including the washrooms. 4. Escorts and friends of candidates are not permitted at the premises where the examination is taking place. 5. In the event of an illness or injury, candidates must submit a medical certificate to the Association attesting to the nature and duration of the medical conditions or forfeit all exam fees which have been paid. 6. Examiners present at the exam are not permitted to respond to any inquiries by candidates regarding the results of the exam. The exam results will be mailed to candidates as soon as they have been recorded (no telephone calls please). 7. No refunds or extensions of temporary permits will be provided for those failing to appear for examination. Subject to medical certificate as in #5. 8. If candidates require breaks for medical reasons, please notify the examiners present before the commencement of the exam. 9. Absolutely NO gum chewing throughout the entire exam
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201-3091 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6K 2G9 Tel: 604-871-0222 or Toll Free in BC: 1-800-663-9283 Fax: 604-871-0299 Website: beautycouncil.ca Email: [email protected]
PRACTICAL EXAM (4 hours & 55 minutes) 9:00am to 2:00pm Any interpretation of these rules and regulations is solely the decision of the Examiner. The Examiner may, at their discretion, require additional demonstration by the candidate in order to prove competence. Candidates must be prepared to answer oral questions in this section. Upon completion of each demonstrated skill, your skill will be evaluated before moving onto the next competency. 1. Candidates must register with their live models and/or mannequins and completed model waiver form prior to commencement of the practical examination. 2. Upon commencement of the examination candidates must not communicate with their models or other candidates. Failure to comply with this rule may result in disqualification. 3. Proper sanitary practices must be observed throughout the period of examination. Candidates are required to appear with their own professional equipment and supplies. Borrowing is strictly prohibited. 4. Candidates will present themselves with professional, cleaned and pressed attire with no marks or identification. Closed toe shoes are mandatory. Good grooming with proper attention to personal hygiene particularly regarding the hair, face and hands is mandatory. Shoulder length or longer hair must be fixed off the face, and jewellery which might interferes with any aspect of the examination must be removed. 5. Candidates must furnish live female and male models and/or mannequins for the examination. The models must: be free from infections, inflammations or other medical conditions of the scalp, be either 19 years of age or older; if between the ages of 16 and 18, the model must have the written consent of a parent or guardian. Models younger than 16 years old are not accepted. Model will appear at the examination with freshly shampooed hair (failure to do so will result in the possible disqualification of the candidate). Hair may neither be shampooed nor reset on the premises following the examination. Candidates must complete the practical examination with a minimum of 70% to successfully pass the practical examination. THEORY EXAMINATION (1 Hour – 120 questions in a multiple choice format) 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm The theory exam conducted by the Board of Examiners is designed to evaluate and ensure candidates have the broad spectrum of knowledge required to serve the public. The theory examination is in a multiple‐choice format. Candidates must correctly answer at least 70% of the questions to successfully pass the theory examination. If a candidate fails the examination, he/she must apply to retake the exam. 1. Each candidate must bring one pencil with HB lead and an eraser. All other materials for the theory examination will be provided. 2. Candidates must comply with all instructions given immediately prior to the theory examination. 3. Candidates may use a dictionary but no electronic aids are permitted. Candidates can request for an interpreter and pay the required fees prior to the exam. 4. Candidates must leave the exam room immediately upon completing the theory examination. Waiting for candidates while they are doing their examination must be done off the premises.
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Fully Qualified HAIRDRESSING EXAM – Fully Qualified
Fully Qualified Hairdressing Exam as of September 1, 2013 (1) General Trade Practices Evaluated throughout/concurrently (2) Men’s Technical Hair Cut 40 minutes (3) Women’s Technical Haircut 40 minutes (4) Blow Dry Styling with Round Brushes 25 minutes (5) Curling Iron 20 minutes (6) “French Roll” Up Do 40 minutes (7) Partial Perm (minimum of 20 perm rods) winding time: 15 minutes (Rinse/Blot 15 min, neutralize 15 min= 30 min) * Move to next section during processing (8) Finger Wave, Skip Wave and Roller Set 35 minutes (9) Hair Coloring – 40 minutes -10 foils (5 weaves and 5 slices) -Lightening Virgin Hair and -Tint Retouch application -Shampoo & Condition 10 minutes
Practical Exam Time: 4.55 Hours Theory Exam Time: – 1 Hour (120 questions in a multiple choice format)
These exam instructions may be used during the practical examination as reference.
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201-3091 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6K 2G9 Tel: 604-871-0222 or Toll Free in BC: 1-800-663-9283 Fax: 604-871-0299 Website: beautycouncil.ca Email: [email protected]
Fully Qualified Hairdressing Practical Exam (4 hours & 55 minutes) Candidates will be evaluated on the following components in this practical exam: 1. General Trade Practices – Concurrently Evaluated Displays all required equipment and tools. Demonstrates hygiene practices. Demonstrates sanitation practices. Displays personal image as an industry professional. Displays and demonstrates clean work area.
2. Men’s Technical Hair Cut – 40 minutes
MODEL or MANNEQUIN
Demonstrates 1 inch or more removed. Demonstrates blended interior. Demonstrates tapered perimeter. Demonstrates clean perimeter Demonstrates clean arch line. Demonstrates scissor over comb techniques. Demonstrates clipper over comb techniques. End result is complimentary to model. *GUARDS OR GUIDES ARE NOT PERMITTED*
3. Women’s Technical Haircut – 40 minutes
Male model is now done and may leave exam room
MODEL
Demonstrates (1inch) or more removed. Demonstrates finished length between (4-6”). Demonstrates blended interior. Demonstrated blended exterior. Demonstrated texturizing. Demonstrates balanced to model. Demonstrates ability to control form. Demonstrates even perimeter. End result is complimentary to model. *Complete wet or dry*
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201-3091 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6K 2G9 Tel: 604-871-0222 or Toll Free in BC: 1-800-663-9283 Fax: 604-871-0299 Website: beautycouncil.ca Email: [email protected]
4. Blow Dry Styling with Round Brushes – 25 minutes
MODEL
Demonstrates hair is completely dry. Displays smooth ends. Demonstrates volume on base root lift. Demonstrates ½ off base root lift. Demonstrates off base root lift. Demonstrates control of hair. End result is complimentary to model.
5. Curling Iron – 20 minutes
MODEL
Demonstrates control of iron with no indentations. Displays smooth ends. Demonstrates on base root lift. Demonstrates ½ off base root lift. Demonstrates off base curls. Demonstrates controlled form. End result is complimentary to model. Flat irons, wands or spring loaded irons are NOT permitted
6. “French Roll” Up Do – 40 minute
MANNEQUIN
Displays hair has been pre-set. Demonstrates smooth finish to completed style. Displays balance. Displays control of hair. Demonstrates back combing is even and consistent. Demonstrates pins are securely anchored and hidden.
7. Partial Perm (minimum 20 perm rods) – Winding Time: 15 minutes
MANNEQUIN
Hair is wrapped smooth with correct rod size. Displays no fishhooks. End result matches curl size to rod used. Practices appropriate blotting, rinsing & neutralizing
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8. Finger Wave – 11 minutes
201-3091 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6K 2G9 Tel: 604-871-0222 or Toll Free in BC: 1-800-663-9283 Fax: 604-871-0299 Website: beautycouncil.ca Email: [email protected]
MODEL or MANNEQUIN Demonstrates molded hair from scalp to ends. Displays four uniform waves. Displays three evenly defined ridges.
9. Skip Wave – 11 minutes
MODEL or MANNEQUIN
Demonstrates evenly defined ridges. Displays smooth pin curls. First set of pin curls pinned flat, second stand up.
MODEL or MANNEQUIN 10. Rollers – 11 minutes Demonstrates on base. Demonstrates off base. Demonstrates 1/2 off base. Demonstrates indentation roller.
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201-3091 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6K 2G9 Tel: 604-871-0222 or Toll Free in BC: 1-800-663-9283 Fax: 604-871-0299 Website: beautycouncil.ca Email: [email protected]
(Suggested sectioning for color applications)
Gel or conditioner will be used to demonstrate 11. Foils (5 weaves) – 10 minutes
MODEL or MANNEQUIN
Demonstrates clean 1/8 inch sections. Foils are even and consistently spaced. Displays no space between foil and scalp.
12. Foils (5 slices) – 10 minutes Demonstrates clean 1/8 inch sections. Foils are even and consistently spaced. Displays no space between foil and scalp.
13. Retouch Application Demonstrate clean ¼ inch sections. Product has been applied from scalp to demarcation line. Demonstrate hair is thoroughly saturate. Correctly answers oral question given.
14. Virgin Application (Going lighter using Bleach) Demonstrates ¼ inch sections for application with cotton. Displays product applied 1/2” away from scalp. Demonstrates hair is thoroughly saturated. Correctly answers oral question given.
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201-3091 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6K 2G9 Tel: 604-871-0222 or Toll Free in BC: 1-800-663-9283 Fax: 604-871-0299 Website: beautycouncil.ca Email: [email protected]
Theory Examination Hair Cutting
21%
Hair Colouring
20%
Hair Styling
14%
Chemical waving and relaxing of hair
13%
Hair and scalp care
6%
Specialized services (Chemistry & Professional Image)
6%
Business Management
6%
Client Service
6%
Hygiene sanitation and disinfection practices
5%
Use and maintenance of tools and equipment
4%
Total percentage
100%
*Candidates must receive a minimum of 70% to successfully pass the theory examination.*
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201-3091 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6K 2G9 Tel: 604-871-0222 or Toll Free in BC: 1-800-663-9283 Fax: 604-871-0299 Website: beautycouncil.ca Email: [email protected]
Equipment and Supplies Borrowing is strictly prohibited and will result in an automatic fail. The BeautyCouncil will NOT provide any equipment or supplies. Points will be deducted from candidates who fail to provide themselves with the following equipment and supplies. You are obliged to bring other professional products and supplies to complete all services on the exam. Candidates must bring all of the following professional equipment and supplies to the practical examination. Please use the following as a checklist to prepare for your examination. 10 towels (16” x 24”)
Professional hair dryer
6 foot electrical extension cord
Setting gel, hair spray, setting lotion and styling aids
Variety of professional combs (styling comb, tail comb, lift comb etc.) Variety of professional brushes (paddle, round, Denman etc.) Sectioning clips
Cotton batting
Water spray bottle
Perm wave solution
Capes (cutting and chemical)
A non-permed and non-coloured mannequin
Cutting shears
Mannequin(s) and stand(s)
Thinning shears (optional)
Pin curl clips
Razor, clipper, trimmer (optional)
Colour bowl and brush
Shampoo and conditioner
Foils
Neck duster
Any other equipment or supplies necessary to complete the exam requirements
End papers Perm rods (up to purple – minimum of 20 rods)
Professional marcel curling iron
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS & REGULATIONS FOR EXAM PROCESS (Read Carefully) 1. Each candidate should bring for the registration of his/her exam a confirmation letter, current photo identification (driver’s license or passport) and a CLEAR photocopy of this photo ID. 2. Upon commencement of the examination candidates must not communicate in any way with one another. Failure to comply with this rule may result in disqualification. 3. Smoking is prohibited on the premises where the examination is conducted including the washrooms. 4. Escorts and friends of candidates are not permitted at the premises where the examination is taking place. 5. In the event of an illness or injury, candidates must submit a medical certificate to the Association attesting to the nature and duration of the medical conditions or forfeit all exam fees which have been paid. 6. Examiners present at the exam are not permitted to respond to any inquiries by candidates regarding the results of the exam. The exam results will be mailed to candidates as soon as they have been recorded (no telephone calls please). 7. No refunds or extensions of temporary permits will be provided for those failing to appear for examination. Subject to medical certificate as in #5. 8. If candidates require breaks for medical reasons, please notify the examiners present before the commencement of the exam. 9. Absolutely NO gum chewing throughout the entire exam
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201-3091 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6K 2G9 Tel: 604-871-0222 or Toll Free in BC: 1-800-663-9283 Fax: 604-871-0299 Website: beautycouncil.ca Email: [email protected]
PRACTICAL EXAM (4 hours & 55 minutes) 9:00am to 2:00pm Any interpretation of these rules and regulations is solely the decision of the Examiner. The Examiner may, at their discretion, require additional demonstration by the candidate in order to prove competence. Candidates must be prepared to answer oral questions in this section. Upon completion of each demonstrated skill, your skill will be evaluated before moving onto the next competency. 1. Candidates must register with their live models and/or mannequins and completed model waiver form prior to commencement of the practical examination. 2. Upon commencement of the examination candidates must not communicate with their models or other candidates. Failure to comply with this rule may result in disqualification. 3. Proper sanitary practices must be observed throughout the period of examination. Candidates are required to appear with their own professional equipment and supplies. Borrowing is strictly prohibited. 4. Candidates will present themselves with professional, cleaned and pressed attire with no marks or identification. Closed toe shoes are mandatory. Good grooming with proper attention to personal hygiene particularly regarding the hair, face and hands is mandatory. Shoulder length or longer hair must be fixed off the face, and jewellery which might interferes with any aspect of the examination must be removed. 5. Candidates must furnish live female and male models and/or mannequins for the examination. The models must: be free from infections, inflammations or other medical conditions of the scalp, be either 19 years of age or older; if between the ages of 16 and 18, the model must have the written consent of a parent or guardian. Models younger than 16 years old are not accepted. Model will appear at the examination with freshly shampooed hair (failure to do so will result in the possible disqualification of the candidate). Hair may neither be shampooed nor reset on the premises following the examination. Candidates must complete the practical examination with a minimum of 70% to successfully pass the practical examination. THEORY EXAMINATION (1 Hour – 120 questions in a multiple choice format) 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm The theory exam conducted by the Board of Examiners is designed to evaluate and ensure candidates have the broad spectrum of knowledge required to serve the public. The theory examination is in a multiple‐choice format. Candidates must correctly answer at least 70% of the questions to successfully pass the theory examination. If a candidate fails the examination, he/she must apply to retake the exam. 1. Each candidate must bring one pencil with HB lead and an eraser. All other materials for the theory examination will be provided. 2. Candidates must comply with all instructions given immediately prior to the theory examination. 3. Candidates may use a dictionary but no electronic aids are permitted. Candidates can request for an interpreter and pay the required fees prior to the exam. 4. Candidates must leave the exam room immediately upon completing the theory examination. Waiting for candidates while they are doing their examination must be done off the premises.
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