HLT60907 Advanced Diploma of Aromatic Medicine

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HLT60907 Advanced Diploma of Aromatic Medicine

Modification History

HLT07 Version 4	HLT07 Version 5	Comments
HLT60907 Advanced Diploma of Aromatic Medicine	HLT60907 Advanced Diploma of Aromatic Medicine	ISC upgrade

Description

This qualification provides competence in aromatic medicine. Practitioners at this level are self employed as independent practitioners and have the ability to prescribe for absorption by internal interfaces. Practitioners at this level may also be involved in undertaking research activities. It covers the provision of aromatic medicine to clients with specific needs such as palliative care, aged care, women and children.

An aromatherapist at this level is expected to have an in-depth understanding of an extensive range of essential oils and application methods. They must operate within relevant legislative and regulatory requirements, for example the Therapeutic Goods Act and State/Territory Drugs and Poisons Acts.

Occupational titles for these workers may include:

Aromatic medicine practitioner

Pathways Information

Not Applicable

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Not Applicable

Entry Requirements

To gain entry into HLT60907 Advanced Diploma of Aromatic Medicine a candidate must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following units of competency from the HLT51407 Diploma of Aromatherapy:

CHCORG428A	Reflect on and improve own professional practice

HLTAP401B	Confirm physical health status

HLTAP501C	Analyse health information (Note pre-requ: HLTAP401B)

HLTARO507B	Analyse and compare different complementary health modalities

HLTARO509B	Plan a specialised aromatherapy treatment

HLTARO510B	Monitor and evaluate aromatherapy treatments

HLTARO511C	Provide specific aromatherapy assessment and care

HLTCOM502C	Develop professional expertise

HLTCOM503D	Manage a practice

HLTHIR506C	Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements

HLTWHS300A	Contribute to WHS processes

HLTSHU509C	Maintain personal health and awareness as a professional responsibility

Employability Skills Summary

Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries

Packaging Rules

PACKAGING RULES 15 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including: 12 core units, comprising 4 common units and 8 specialisation units 3 elective units A wide range of elective units is available, including: Group A electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice Units of competency to address workplace requirements and packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in Health and/or Community Services Training Packages Where appropriate, to address workplace requirements, up to 2 units of competency packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Training Packages

Core units

Common units

BSBFLM303C	Contribute to effective workplace relationships

CHCPOL403B	Undertake research activities

HLTHIR501C	Maintain an effective health work environment

HLTIN504D	Manage the control of infection (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)

Specialisation units

HLTARO601C	Manage work within an aromatic medicine framework

HLTARO602B	Apply aromatic medicine diagnostic framework

HLTARO603B	Perform aromatic medicine health assessment

HLTARO604B	Plan the aromatic medicine treatment strategy

HLTARO605B	Provide specialised aromatic medicine treatment

HLTARO606C	Prepare and dispense aromatic medicine

HLTARO607C	Operate an aromatic medicine dispensary

HLTNUT610B	Provide basic dietary advice

The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice

All workers undertaking work in health need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Health Training Package.

Group A electives - recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice

Where work involves a specific focus on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or culturally diverse clients or communities, one or both of the following electives is recommended:

HLTHIR403C	Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers

HLTHIR404D	Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people

Other relevant electives

Other electives units are to be selected in line with the specified Packaging Rules. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address identified workplace needs.