This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to consult with clients and analyse facial characteristics to design, recommend and hand-make wigs or hairpieces. Clients may require full wigs or hairpieces that blend with natural hair for fashion effect, due to hair loss or when performing in photographic, event, theatrical, film or television productions.

This unit applies to specialist hairdressers and wigmakers. They work independently, have considerable specialist skills and knowledge and provide technical leadership, training and support to team members.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.