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Work within a shiatsu framework

Work within a shiatsu framework

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTSHU508C
State Code
D8497
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
02/08/2011
Field of Education
061999 - Complementary Therapies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
02/08/2011
Nominal Hours
85
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to work effectively within a shiatsu framework
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Demonstrate commitment to the central philosophies of shiatsu practice
  • 1.1 Provide a definition of shiatsu and the shiatsu system of medicine
  • 1.2 Provide an overview of the historical development of shiatsu
  • 1.3 Identify and explain the central philosophies of shiatsu
  • 1.4 Apply shiatsu philosophy to own health practices
  • 1.5 Draw on shiatsu philosophy to interpret health issues
2. Identify and describe the principles and practices of shiatsu
  • 2.1 Identify and describe major methods of treatment used in shiatsu
  • 2.2 Identify and describe other complementary therapies used in shiatsu
  • 2.3 Identify and describe shiatsu assessment techniques
3. Develop knowledge of complementary therapies
  • 3.1 Provide information on other complementary therapies
  • 3.2 Identify the relationship between therapies
4. Represent shiatsu framework to the community
  • 4.1 Explain practices and principles of shiatsu in an easily understood way in a one-to-one and group setting
  • 4.2 Clarify enquiries and provide appropriate information
  • 4.3 Requests for client to bring relevant data to the consultation are made
  • 4.4 Discuss alternative sources of information/advice are discussed with the client
5. Work within clinic and regulation guidelines
  • 5.1 Access and follow clinic guidelines
  • 5.2 Access and follow legal and regulatory guidelines
  • 5.3 Undertake relevant documentation
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C9497 HLTSHU508B Work within a shiatsu framework Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WD282 HLTSHU508D Work within a shiatsu framework Unit of competency
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