Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultation
Diploma of Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultation
HLT52615
AWJ6
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.00 | 22/12/2025 | Current | Approved |
| 4.00 | 08/04/2022 | Replaced | Approved |
| 3.00 | 24/12/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 08/12/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 06/08/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of Ayurvedic lifestyle consultants who provide advice, selected remedies and therapies according to Ayurvedic principles. People working at this level may be self-employed independent practitioners or work in a larger health service.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed 200 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.
There are 200 minimum work placement hours required for this unit.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = eighteen (18)- thirteen (13) core units
- five (5) elective units, consisting of:
- at least one (1) unit from the Business Management group below
- up to four (4) units from the electives listed below, any endorsed Training Package or accredited course - these units must be relevant to the work outcome.
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Units of competency that contain mandatory work placement requirements are identified within the specific Qualification Packaging Rules and Units of Competency on the training.gov.au (TGA) website
1. Core Units
These units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVB18 | HLTAAP002 | Confirm physical health status | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AVA61 | HLTAYV001 | Develop Ayurvedic practice | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AVC28 | CHCCOM006 | Establish and manage client relationships | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AVA60 | HLTAYV002 | Make Ayurvedic lifestyle assessments | 135 | Unit of competency |
| AVB80 | CHCLEG003 | Manage legal and ethical compliance | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AVA30 | HLTINF004 | Manage the prevention and control of infection | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WG741 | HLTWHS004 | Manage work health and safety | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVA57 | HLTAYV005 | Provide advice on Ayurvedic nutrition | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AVA59 | HLTAYV003 | Provide Ayurvedic bodywork therapies | 140 | Unit of competency |
| AVA58 | HLTAYV004 | Provide Ayurvedic lifestyle advice | 80 | Unit of competency |
| OCD30 | HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | 18 | Unit of competency |
| AVB48 | CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVC09 | CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units - Business Management
At least one (1) unit must be completed from this group.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCE80 | BSBESB406 | Establish operational strategies and procedures for new business ventures | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCF11 | BSBESB407 | Manage finances for new business ventures | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OCG11 | BSBESB404 | Market new business ventures | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OCF73 | BSBESB401 | Research and develop business plans | 45 | Unit of competency |
3. Elective Units - Other Electives
Up to four (4) units may be completed from this group.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVC76 | CHCCCS001 | Address the needs of people with chronic disease | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OEO47 | HLTMSG010 | Assess client massage needs | 90 | Unit of competency |
| OBP25 | HLTINFCOV001 | Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AVB49 | CHCPRP001 | Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OEO65 | HLTMSG009 | Develop massage practice | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OEH25 | CHCCCS038 | Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support | 125 | Unit of competency |
| AVA33 | HLTHPS010 | Interpret and use information about nutrition and diet | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OEO34 | HLTMSG011 | Provide massage treatments | 120 | Unit of competency |
| AVB50 | CHCPOL003 | Research and apply evidence to practice | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVB69 | CHCMHS001 | Work with people with mental health issues | 50 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J077 | HLT41212 | Certificate IV in Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultation | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
N/A
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