HLT51712 Diploma of Reflexology

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HLT51712 Diploma of Reflexology

Modification History

Description

This qualification provides competence in reflexology practice and covers the general provision of reflexology treatment as well as treatment for clients with specific needs such as palliative care and aged care. Practitioners at this level may be self-employed as independent practitioners or work in a larger health service and may supervise other reflexologists.

Occupational titles for these workers may include:

Reflexologist

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

PACKAGING RULES 21 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including: 17 core units comprising 13 common units and 4 specialisation units 4 elective units A wide range of elective units is available, including: Group A 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 4 units of competency packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Training Packages

Core units

Common units

CHCORG428A	Reflect on and improve own professional practice

HLTAP401B	Confirm physical health status

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

HLTCOM404C	Communicate effectively with clients

HLTCOM406C	Make referrals to other health care professionals when appropriate

HLTCOM502C	Develop professional expertise

HLTCOM503D	Manage a practice

HLTFA311A	Apply first aid

HLTHIR501C	Maintain an effective health work environment

HLTHIR506C	Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements

HLTIN301C	Comply with infection control policies and procedures

HLTWHS300A	Contribute to WHS processes

HLTSHU509C	Maintain personal health and awareness as a professional responsibility

Specialisation units

HLTREF501B	Work within a reflexology framework

HLTREF502C	Prepare for a reflexology treatment

HLTREF503C	Provide reflexology treatment

HLTREF504B	Monitor and evaluate reflexology treatments

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 are to be selected in line with the specified Packaging Rules. The following grouping of electives is intended to facilitate selection. Electives may be selected from one or more groups and 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

HLTARO408B	Provide aromatherapy massage treatment

HLTCOM408D	Use specific health terminology to communicate effectively

HLTCOM509B	Provide services for people with a life challenging illness

HLTCOM510B	Provide services to clients with chronic diseases or conditions

HLTNUT610B	Provide basic dietary advice

HLTWHS401A	Maintain workplace WHS processes

HLTRAH302C	Undertake home visits

HLTREM401D	Work within a massage framework

HLTREM406C	Provide massage treatment

HLTREM407C	Plan massage treatment

REFLEXOLOGY SKILLS SKILL SET

The Reflexology skill set is recommended for individuals wishing to gain a set of reflexology skills to complement another health qualification: