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Develop reflexology practice

Develop reflexology practice

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTREF001
State Code
AUZ88
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
06/08/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/01/2016
Field of Education
061711 - Massage Therapy
Original Release Date
22/01/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish the foundations of reflexology practice, evaluate what makes a sustainable practice and then to develop an approach to own practice.This unit applies to any reflexologists.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 reflexology practice
  • 1.1 Identify, access and interpret information about the central philosophies and history of reflexology and zone therapy
  • 1.2 Evaluate the reflexology system of treatment and its application to current health issues
  • 1.3 Investigate different reflexology styles and their application
  • 1.4 Compare and contrast reflexology, other areas of complementary health modalities and broader health practice
2. Represent the reflexology framework
  • 2.1 Determine information needs of different individuals and groups
  • 2.2 Identify key messages that represent the philosophy and practice of reflexology
  • 2.3 Communicate information about reflexology at 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 Identify economic, environmental, human and social considerations, and their impact on professional practice
  • 3.3 Access, interpret and collate current information that supports professional practice
4. Develop approach to own practice
  • 4.1 Reflect on professional goals and aspirations
  • 4.2 Identify and assess professional opportunities in reflexology
  • 4.3 Reflect on the opportunities and constraints of individual personal circumstances
  • 4.4 Make decisions about overall practice direction, based on reflection and research
  • 4.5 Develop practical strategies to address own practice goals
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D8472 HLTREF501B Work within a reflexology framework Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AWK7 HLT52515 Diploma of Reflexology Qualification
AD306 HLTSS00058 Reflexology Skill Set Skill set