This qualification covers the skills needed to be an Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultant. An Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultant provides advice and assistance on living according to ayurvedic principles. This qualification does not cover ayurvedic remedial or therapeutic care.
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeships pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
Ayurvedic lifestyle consultant | Ayurvedic assistant |
PACKAGING RULES 14 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including: 9 core units, comprising 5 common units and 4 specialisation units 5 elective units A wide range of elective units is available, including: Group A electives which are required to work as an ayurvedic lifestyle consultant 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 or accredited courses where the details of those courses are available on the NTIS or other public listing |
Core units
Common units
HLTAP401B Confirm physical health status
HLTCOM406C Make referrals to other health care professionals when appropriate
HLTFA301C Apply first aid
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTOHS300B Contribute to OHS processes
Specialisation units
HLTAYV412C Provide ayurvedic lifestyle consultation
HLTAYV414C Work within an ayurvedic framework for lifestyle consultants
HLTAYV404C Provide ayurvedic advice on nutrition
HLTAYV406C Provide ayurvedic relaxation massage treatment
Group A electives - required for work as an ayurvedic lifestyle consultant
The following units or units with equivalent competency outcomes are required to work as an ayurvedic lifestyle consultant.
BSBWOR203A Work effectively with others
HLTCOM404C Communicate effectively with clients
HLTCOM405C Administer a practice
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.
Other relevant electives
Other electives may be selected in line with the specified Packaging Rules. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address identified workplace needs.
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Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries