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Develop Ayurvedic practice

Develop Ayurvedic practice

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTAYV001
State Code
AVA61
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
08/12/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/01/2016
Field of Education
061999 - Complementary Therapies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
22/01/2016
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to establish the foundations of an Ayurvedic practice, to evaluate what makes a sustainable practice and then to develop an approach to own practice.This unit applies to any practitioners working within an Ayurvedic framework.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Establish foundations of Ayurvedic practice
  • 1.1 Identify, access and interpret information about the central philosophies, principles and practices of Ayurveda
  • 1.2 Evaluate principles and practices of Ayurveda in relation to other health care systems
  • 1.3 Draw on Ayurvedic philosophy to interpret health issues and apply to own practice
2. Represent the Ayurvedic framework
  • 2.1 Determine information needs of different individuals and groups
  • 2.2 Explain the principles and practices of Ayurveda in a way that can be easily understood by those not familiar with the Ayurvedic system
  • 2.3 Communicate information about Ayurveda at a level of depth appropriate to audience needs
3. Determine requirements for sustainable practice
  • 3.1 Identify key issues that affect the development and sustainability of professional practice
  • 3.2 Take account of economic, environmental, human and social considerations
  • 3.3 Research and collate information to support professional practice
4. Develop and maintain own capacity to practise
  • 4.1 Establish and monitor a personal health strategy that reflects the philosophies and principles of Ayurveda
  • 4.2 Model philosophies and principles of Ayurveda in personal and professional interactions
5. Develop approach to own practice
  • 5.1 Reflect on professional goals and aspirations
  • 5.2 Identify and assess professional opportunities in Ayurvedic medicine
  • 5.3 Consider the opportunities and constraints of individual personal circumstances
  • 5.4 Make decisions about practice direction, based on reflection and research
  • 5.5 Develop practical strategies that address own practice goals
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WD075 HLTAYV414D Work within an ayurvedic framework for lifestyle consultants Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AWK2 HLT62615 Advanced Diploma of Ayurveda Qualification
AWJ6 HLT52615 Diploma of Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultation Qualification