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Provide naturopathic nutritional treatment

Provide naturopathic nutritional treatment

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTNAT603C
State Code
D8355
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
01/08/2011
Field of Education
061901 - Naturopathy
Original Release Date
01/08/2011
Nominal Hours
80
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide naturopathic advice on dietary modification and nutritional supplements according to a naturopathic framework
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Manage treatment
  • 1.1 Identify and explain factors which may interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment
  • 1.2 Explain the use of dietary modification and management of the treatment to the client
  • 1.3 Request client to monitor reactions and contact practitioner as required
  • 1.4 Ensure consent for treatment and identify contra-indications for treatment
  • 1.5 Recognise reactions to treatment (adverse or otherwise) and promptly responded to if necessary
  • 1.6 Explain time, location and purpose of future sessions clearly to the client
  • 1.7 Document recommendations
  • 1.8 Provide treatment according to the treatment plan
2. Apply therapeutic techniques
  • 2.1 Determine the appropriateness of dietary modification and/or nutritional supplementation
  • 2.2 Identify and manage the treatment of food allergies/food sensitivities
  • 2.3 Evaluate the influence of environmental and other factors on nutritional status
  • 2.4 Take care to evaluate cultural barriers to dietary modification and/or supplement prescription
  • 2.5 Deliver treatment according to regulations
  • 2.6 Refer to or collaborate with other health care professionals as required
3. Advise and resource the client
  • 3.1 Educate client in relevant and practical techniques for promotion and maintenance of optimum health, which include dietary/lifestyle modification
  • 3.2 Answer client queries with clarity, using appropriate language
  • 3.3 Use appropriate interpersonal skills when explaining treatment plans and recommendations to the client
  • 3.4 Promote client independence and responsibility in treatment wherever possible
  • 3.5 Provide dietary advice within a nutritional framework is appropriate
4. Review treatment
  • 4.1 Review progress with the client
  • 4.2 Identify and record effects of previous treatment
  • 4.3 Review previous treatment plan
  • 4.4 Evaluate need for ongoing and/or additional treatment
  • 4.5 Negotiate changes to the plan with the client to ensure optimal outcomes
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C9360 HLTNAT603B Provide naturopathic nutritional treatment Unit of competency
C5081 HLTNAT3A Provide Naturopathic nutritional treatment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WD214 HLTNAT603D Provide naturopathic nutritional treatment Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
D105 HLT60507 Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy Qualification