Essential knowledge: The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes knowledge of: Anatomy and physiology of the body systems Basic nutritional requirements for the various ages and stages of life Case analysis and management according to homœopathic principles Clinical disease Data analysis techniques Disease processes and the natural history of disease Homoeopathic materia medica of sufficient scope and depth (derivation of data, systems of classification, keynotes, clinical indications) to enable accurate differentiation of indicated medicines in a broad range of acute and chronic conditions Homœopathic symptomatology Knowledge and understanding of types of further investigation available Obstacles to cure Posology Referral process Relevant testing and assessment options and procedures Signs and symptoms of disease and disorder/dysfunction Susceptibility and sensitivity The capabilities and limitations of homœopathic treatment The contribution of the different schools of thought and historical theories of clinical practice The effects of medicinal disease The importance of striking rare, unusual and peculiar symptoms The relationships between homoeopathic medicines The use of alternating and intercurrent homoeopathic medicines and antidotes continued ... |