Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
This qualification covers the skills needed to be a basic level aromatherapist. It provides basic skills in aromatherapy health assessment and treatment and may be used by those working in:
- a clinic, aged care facility, a health service or a spa facility giving basic aromatherapy treatment
- manufacturing of aromatherapy products
- retail of aromatherapy products.
At this level an aromatherapist can only formulate applications within a relaxation framework. A person at this level is expected to have a basic knowledge of a limited range (minimum of 20) of oils. A person with this qualification may or may not use massage as a method of application.
This qualification assumes employment either by another practitioner or within a larger health service e.g. aged care service or hospital. It does not offer the level of skill required for independent practice. The qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeships pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
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Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
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PACKAGING RULES 17 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
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Core units
Common units
BSBWOR203A Work effectively with others
HLTAP401B Confirm physical health status
HLTCOM404C Communicate effectively with clients
HLTFA301C Apply first aid
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTOHS300B Contribute to OHS processes
Specialisation units
HLTARO401B Work within an aromatherapy framework
HLTARO402B Plan aromatherapy treatment
HLTARO403B Provide aromatherapy treatment
HLTARO405B Apply aromatherapy assessment framework
HLTARO406B Perform aromatherapy health assessment
Group A electives - required for sole practitioner work in aromatherapy
The following units or units with equivalent competency outcomes are required to work as a sole practitioner in aromatherapy.
HLTCOM405C Administer a practice
HLTCOM406C Make referrals to other health care professionals when appropriate
HLTCOM408C Use specific health terminology to communicate effectively
HLTHIR301B Communicate and work effectively in health
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 B 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 are to be selected in line with the specified Packaging Rules. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address identified workplace needs.
CHCAC318B Work effectively with older people
CHCICS301A Provide support to meet personal care needs
HLTARO404B Develop aromatherapy products
HLTARO408B Provide aromatherapy massage treatment
HLTARO507B Analyse and compare different complementary health modalities
HLTOHS401A Maintain workplace OHS processes
SIRXSLS001A Sell products and services
AROMATHERAPY SKILL SET
Due to the employment profile of the Health industry there are some areas where offering a full qualification would not match industry requirements. The Aromatherapy skill set is recommended for individuals wishing to gain a set of aromatherapy skills to complement another health qualification.
