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Conduct basic homeopathic research
Conduct basic homeopathic research
Unit of competency
National Code
HLTHOM602C
HLTHOM602C
State Code
D8290
D8290
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/08/2012
Field of Education
061999 - Complementary Therapies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
29/08/2012
Nominal Hours
40
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct research relevant to client care and/or the advancement of homœopathic knowledge, using a variety of research methods
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Consult stakeholders
- 1.1 Explain the purpose and subject for research is
- 1.2 Seek a supervisor
- 1.3 Identify a representative range of stakeholders and consult in appropriate ways
- 1.4 Identify and address ethical requirements and other issues
- 1.5 Negotiate research strategies and methods appropriate to the subject and the time constraints
2. Prepare for research
- 2.1 Establish a timeline for completion of tasks
- 2.2 Seek research participants and assess for suitability, where applicable.
- 2.3 Obtain informed consent from eligible participants
- 2.4 Seek research funding, if required
- 2.5 Assemble or design and distribute materials needed to conduct the research if required
- 2.6 Arrange times and places for collection of information
3. Conduct research
- 3.1 Interview participants, where applicable
- 3.2 Conduct a search of relevant existing literature
- 3.3 Collect and organise information in a logical manner
- 3.4 Collect information from participants is kept confidential and stored securely
4. Record and analyse information
- 4.1 Confirm raw data with participants
- 4.2 Record information accurately and comprehensively
- 4.3 Review and compare with existing literature
- 4.4 Collect and analyse information
5. Report research
- 5.1 Report research findings, methodology and limitations accurately and comprehensively
- 5.2 Acknowledge sources of information
- 5.3 Present the research to peers and/or published
- 5.4 Provide opportunities for validation of the findings, where appropriate
RANGE STATEMENT
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Supervisor mayinclude:
Specialist/expert in the field
Experienced homœopath
Tutor/lecturer
Stakeholders may include:
Community-based support groups
Manufacturers
Health care providers
Others
Issues may include:
International codes for research
Funding and resource requirements
Maintenance of confidentiality
Prevention of breach in protocol
Research strategies may include:
Case analyses
Participant recruitment
Literature review
Research methods may include:
Blind
Double blind
Un-blind
Informed consent must include:
Outline of the research to be conducted
Researcher's ethical responsibilities
Participant's consent to participate
Parent/guardian consent for a minor to participate
Participant's consent for information gathered to be published
Materials needed may include:
Standardised recording sheets
Diaries for participants
Questionnaires
Homeopathic medicines
Computer analysis software
Other materials
Data analysis may include:
Non-computer generated analysis
Computer generated analysis
Presented to peers and/or published may include:
One to one
Small group presentation
Large group presentation
Forum/conference presentation
Homœopathic journals national and/or international
Non peer journals
Validation may include:
Peer review
Reputability
Making findings available to as many stakeholders as possible
Seminars/professional forums
Publishing in reputable journals
Replication of the study
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Supervisor mayinclude:
Specialist/expert in the field
Experienced homœopath
Tutor/lecturer
Stakeholders may include:
Community-based support groups
Manufacturers
Health care providers
Others
Issues may include:
International codes for research
Funding and resource requirements
Maintenance of confidentiality
Prevention of breach in protocol
Research strategies may include:
Case analyses
Participant recruitment
Literature review
Research methods may include:
Blind
Double blind
Un-blind
Informed consent must include:
Outline of the research to be conducted
Researcher's ethical responsibilities
Participant's consent to participate
Parent/guardian consent for a minor to participate
Participant's consent for information gathered to be published
Materials needed may include:
Standardised recording sheets
Diaries for participants
Questionnaires
Homeopathic medicines
Computer analysis software
Other materials
Data analysis may include:
Non-computer generated analysis
Computer generated analysis
Presented to peers and/or published may include:
One to one
Small group presentation
Large group presentation
Forum/conference presentation
Homœopathic journals national and/or international
Non peer journals
Validation may include:
Peer review
Reputability
Making findings available to as many stakeholders as possible
Seminars/professional forums
Publishing in reputable journals
Replication of the study
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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
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
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 practitioner's workplace
scope of practice as detailed in the qualification and component competency units
holistic/integrated assessment including:
working within the practice framework
performing a health assessment
assessing the client
planning treatment
providing treatment
Context of and specific resources for assessment:
Relevant texts or medical manuals
Relevant paper-based/video assessment instruments
Appropriate assessment environment
Skilled assessors
Computer and/or paper repertories
Computer data basing and/or analysis program
Method of assessment
Observation in the work place (if possible)
Written assignments/projects or questioning should be used to assess knowledge
Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice.
Clinical skills involving direct client care are to be assessed initially in a simulated clinical setting (laboratory). If successful, a second assessment is to be conducted during workplace application under direct supervision.
Review of research methodology and findings
Peer review
Oral questioning and discussion
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 and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
Related units:
This unit should be assessed in conjunction with the following related competency unit:
HLTCOM502C Develop professional expertise
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
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
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 practitioner's workplace
scope of practice as detailed in the qualification and component competency units
holistic/integrated assessment including:
working within the practice framework
performing a health assessment
assessing the client
planning treatment
providing treatment
Context of and specific resources for assessment:
Relevant texts or medical manuals
Relevant paper-based/video assessment instruments
Appropriate assessment environment
Skilled assessors
Computer and/or paper repertories
Computer data basing and/or analysis program
Method of assessment
Observation in the work place (if possible)
Written assignments/projects or questioning should be used to assess knowledge
Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice.
Clinical skills involving direct client care are to be assessed initially in a simulated clinical setting (laboratory). If successful, a second assessment is to be conducted during workplace application under direct supervision.
Review of research methodology and findings
Peer review
Oral questioning and discussion
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 and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
Related units:
This unit should be assessed in conjunction with the following related competency unit:
HLTCOM502C Develop professional expertise
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C9296 | HLTHOM602B | Conduct basic homeopathic research | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J115 | HLT60612 | Advanced Diploma of Homoeopathy | Qualification |