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Prepare and dispense Ayurvedic medicines - dravyaguna

Prepare and dispense Ayurvedic medicines - dravyaguna

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTAYV011
State Code
AVA50
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
061999 - Complementary Therapies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
22/01/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to obtain and store materials, prepare Ayurvedic medicines as per the Ayurvedic formulary of India and the Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia of India, and dispense those medicines according to a pre-prepared script or order.This unit applies to any practitioner who provides Ayurvedic medicines to clients.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. Obtain and store materials
  • 1.1 Determine authorised and reputable sources of products certified to be free of insecticides, pesticides, chemicals, preservatives, heavy metals and contaminants
  • 1.2 Source natural raw, semi-processed, processed and manufactured materials as required for scope of practice
  • 1.3 Determine storage requirements for different types of herbs and materials
  • 1.4 Maintain integrity of materials through correct handling and storage
  • 1.5 Maintain stock levels according to clinic requirements
2. Prepare Ayurvedic medicines according to Ayurvedic Formulary of India and Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India
  • 2.1 Check and prepare equipment for operational readiness
  • 2.2 Select and assemble ingredients according to order
  • 2.3 Make accurate calculations for quantities and ratios
  • 2.4 Follow Ayurvedic rituals, mantra recitation and meditations and clear non-sattvic influences
  • 2.5 prepare medicine according to Ayurvedic medicine methodology
  • 2.6 Label and store medicinesaccording to legal requirements and Ayurvedic guidelines
3. Dispense Ayurvedic medicines
  • 3.1 Establish form and quantity of required medicines from prescription or order
  • 3.2 Follow procedures to prevent contamination of or by the medicine
  • 3.3 Check and prepare dispensing equipment for operational readiness
  • 3.4 Select and assemble prescribed medicine and dravya
  • 3.5 Package and label correct quantities into suitable containers with clear and accurate labelling
  • 3.6 Provide accurate instructions for administration and care of Ayurvedic medicines
  • 3.7 Complete accurate dispensing documentation according to clinic guidelines and legal requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WD076 HLTAYV603D Prepare and dispense ayurvedic herbal medicine - dravyaguna Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AWK2 HLT62615 Advanced Diploma of Ayurveda Qualification