This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

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

Range of conditionsdisease states

The fundamental philosophies and beliefs of an aromatherapy framework

History philosophy and beliefs of the aromatherapy framework

Physiology and anatomy

Fundamental structure and function of anatomical systems

Fundamental principles of biomechanics

Practical and technical knowledge of treatment strategies

Possible reactions and consequences of treatment

Legal and regulatory implications of treatment

Essential skills

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability 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 the ability to

Identify prominent bonesstructure and major muscle groups

Gather and interpret information through tactile senses

Manage time throughout consultation and treatment

Write referrals appraisal letters for insurance companies and other documentation

Use equipment and resources competently and safely

Communicate effectively with clients

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria Required Skills and Knowledge the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit

The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills

Observation of performance in the workplace or a simulated workplace defined as a supervised clinic is essential for assessment of this unit

Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace

Assessment may contain both theoretical and practical components and examples covering a range of clinical situations

Where for reasons of safety space or access to equipment and resources assessment takes place away from the workplace the assessment environment should represent workplace conditions as closely as possible

Demonstration of the application of commonly used treatment techniques listed under the range of variables

Provision of treatment according to the individual the condition and the presence of complicating factors It must be the safest most effective and cost effective for the client

Assessment of sole practitioners must include a range of clinical situations and different client groups covering at minimum age culture and gender

Assessment of sole practitioners must consider their unique workplace context including

interaction with others in the broader professional community as part of the sole practitioners workplace

scope of practice as detailed in the qualification and component competency units

holisticintegrated assessment including

working within the practice framework

performing a health assessment

assessing the client

planning treatment

providing treatment

Access and equity considerations

All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work

All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment

In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities workers should be aware of cultural historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal andor Torres Strait Islander clients and communities

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Resources essential for assessment include

an appropriately stocked and equipped clinic or simulated clinic environment

relevant texts or medical manuals

relevant paperbasedvideo assessment instruments

anatomical models

demonstration model client

Method of assessment

Observation in the work place

Practical demonstration

Explanations of techniques

Written assignmentsprojects

Case studies and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice

Oral questioning and discussion

Role play simulation

Clinical skills involving direct client care are to be assessed initially in a simulated clinical setting If successful a second assessment is to be conducted during workplace application under direct supervision

Related units

This unit should be assessed in conjunction with the following related competency unit

BSBWORA Work effectively with others

BSBWOR203A Work effectively with others

Factors which interfere with the effectiveness of treatment may include:

Mode of administration may include:

Reactions may include:

Responses to reactions may include:

Consent for treatment refers to:

Appropriate postures refers to:

Aromatherapy techniques may include:

Advice and resource the client refers to:

Practical techniques that promote and maintain optimal health may include: