Unit group 5141

PSOC Unit group 5141 — Hairdressers

Hairdressers cut, style, color, straighten and permanently wave hair; shave or trim facial hair; and treat scalp conditions. Their tasks include: a) cutting, washing, tinting and waving hair; b) shaving or trimming beards and moustaches; c) giving scalp treatment; d) fitting wigs according to customers’ requirements; e) providing advice on hair care, beauty products and hairstyles; f) styling hair into dreadlocks and braids and adding hair extensions; g) arranging appointments and collecting payments; h) cleaning work areas and sanitizing instruments. Examples of the occupations classified here: Barber, Barber-hairdresser, Hair care specialist, Hairdresser, Hairstylist

Level Unit group
Code 5141
Children 0
Source PSOC
Practical summary

What this code covers

Hairdressers cut, style, color, straighten and permanently wave hair; shave or trim facial hair; and treat scalp conditions. Their tasks include: a) cutting, washing, tinting and waving hair; b) shaving or trimming beards and moustaches; c) giving scalp treatment; d) fitting wigs according to customers’ requirements; e) providing advice on hair care, beauty products and hairstyles; f) styling hair into dreadlocks and braids and adding hair extensions; g) arranging appointments and collecting payments; h) cleaning work areas and sanitizing instruments. Examples of the occupations classified here: Barber, Barber-hairdresser, Hair care specialist, Hairdresser, Hairstylist

Administrative context

Where this code is used

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Hairdressers, beauticians and related workers.

Selection note

How to choose it

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Hairdressers, beauticians and related workers grouping.

FAQ

What does PSOC 5141 cover?

Hairdressers cut, style, color, straighten and permanently wave hair; shave or trim facial hair; and treat scalp conditions. Their tasks include: a) cutting, washing, tinting and waving hair; b) shaving or trimming beards and moustaches; c) giving scalp treatment; d) fitting wigs according to customers’ requirements; e) providing advice on hair care, beauty products and hairstyles; f) styling hair into dreadlocks and braids and adding hair extensions; g) arranging appointments and collecting payments; h) cleaning work areas and sanitizing instruments. Examples of the occupations classified here: Barber, Barber-hairdresser, Hair care specialist, Hairdresser, Hairstylist

Where is PSOC 5141 used in practice?

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Hairdressers, beauticians and related workers.

How do I choose PSOC 5141 over nearby options?

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Hairdressers, beauticians and related workers grouping.