This qualification provides competence in Aromatherapy practice. Covers provision of Aromatherapy treatment to clients with specific needs such as palliative care, aged care, women and children. In depth understanding of a medium range (min 40) of essential oils is expected. Practitioners may be self employed as independent practitioners or may work within a larger health service and supervise others.
Entry requirementsThe following compulsory units from Cert IV in Aromatherapy are prerequisites for entry: HLTAR0401A, HLTARO402A, HLTARO403A, HLTARO405A, HLTARO406A, HLTHIR301A, HLTOHS300A, HLTIN301A, HLTCOM404B, HLTCOM406B, HLTFA301B, HLTAP401A.
Job outcome Career prospectsOccupational titles for these workers may include: Aromatherapist; Clinical aromatherapist.
| Unit code | Unit name |
|---|---|
| CHCORG428A | Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
| HLTAP501C | Analyse health information |
| HLTARO507B | Analyse and compare different complementary health modalities |
| HLTARO509B | Plan a specialised aromatherapy treatment |
| HLTARO510B | Monitor and evaluate aromatherapy treatments |
| HLTARO511C | Provide specific aromatherapy assessment and care |
| HLTCOM502C | Develop professional expertise |
| HLTCOM503D | Manage a practice |
| HLTHIR506C | Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements |
| HLTSHU509C | Maintain personal health and awareness as a professional responsibility |
There may be one or more elective competencies, these may differ between institutes. Please contact the institute for more information'.
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