Qualification Outline

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Certificate IV in Aromatherapy

Certificate IV in Aromatherapy

Qualification
National Code:
HLT42707
State Code:
D072
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0619 - Complementary Therapies
Original TGA Release Date
25/03/2011
Approved Date
06/08/2008
Stream of Study
Subsequent to Initial Vocational (4000)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
1125
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
VET Act Conditions
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Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 25/03/2011 Current Approved
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:
Aromatherapist

Schedule
Packaging Rules
17 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:
- 11 core units, comprising 6 common units and 5 specialisation units
- 6 elective units

A wide range of elective units is available, including:
- Group A electives which are required for sole practitioner work in aromatherapy
- Group B electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
- Other relevant electives listed in the qualification outline
- 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 3 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
1. Common Core Units

Six (6) units must be completed

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
D8247 HLTFA301C Apply first aid 20 Unit of competency
D5821 HLTCOM404C Communicate effectively with clients 30 Unit of competency
D8306 HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures 30 Unit of competency
D5762 HLTAP401B Confirm physical health status 50 Unit of competency
D8381 HLTOHS300B Contribute to OHS processes 30 Unit of competency
D1026 BSBWOR203A Work effectively with others 20 Unit of competency
2. Specialisation Core Units

Five (5) units must be completed

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
d5768 HLTARO405B Apply aromatherapy assessment framework 40 Unit of competency
d5769 HLTARO406B Perform aromatherapy health assessment 200 Unit of competency
D5765 HLTARO402B Plan aromatherapy treatment 40 Unit of competency
D5766 HLTARO403B Provide aromatherapy treatment 180 Unit of competency
D5764 HLTARO401B Work within an aromatherapy framework 20 Unit of competency
3. Other Elective Units

Six (6) units to be completed
The following outlines ONE example training program for this qualification.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
D5771 HLTARO507B Analyse and compare different complementary health modalities 40 Unit of competency
d5767 HLTARO404B Develop aromatherapy products 50 Unit of competency
D8382 HLTOHS401A Maintain workplace OHS processes 40 Unit of competency
d5770 HLTARO408B Provide aromatherapy massage treatment 200 Unit of competency
S6191 SIRXSLS001A Sell products and services 20 Unit of competency
D9310 CHCAC318B Work effectively with older people 50 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
7047 30307QLD Certificate IV in Aromatherapy Accredited course
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
J090 HLT42712 Certificate IV in Aromatherapy Qualification
VET Info Notes
This training program is a representation of the qualification taken from the Health Training Package HLT07 which should be consulted for full description of requirements.

1. This qualification is the copyright of The Department of Education, Science & Training (DEST).

2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.

3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by the VET Teaching & Learning Directorate of the WA Department of Education & Training on 22 October 2007.
Entry Requirements

Not Applicable

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
No information