HLTARO001 — Develop aromatherapy practice

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68 assessable components: 4 elements (15 performance criteria), 3 performance evidence and 50 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Establish foundations of aromatherapy practice

1.1Identify, access and interpret information on central philosophies of aromatherapy practice
1.2Evaluate the aromatherapy system of treatment and its application to current health issues
1.3Compare and contrast aromatherapy, other complementary health modalities and broader health practice

2 Represent the aromatherapy framework

2.1Determine information needs of different individuals and groups
2.2Identify key messages that represent the philosophy and practice of aromatherapy
2.3Communicate information about aromatherapy at level of depth appropriate to audience needs

3 Determine requirements for sustainable aromatherapy practice

3.1Identify key issues that affect the development and sustainability of professional practice
3.2Take account of economic, environmental, human and social considerations and their impact on professional practice
3.3Establish a personal health strategy that supports aromatherapy practice
3.4Access, interpret and collate information that supports professional practice

4 Develop approach to own practice

4.1Reflect on professional goals and aspirations
4.2Identify and assess professional opportunities in aromatherapy
4.3Reflect on the opportunities and constraints of individual personal circumstances
4.4Make decisions about practice direction, based on reflection and research
4.5Develop practical strategies that address own practice goals

Performance evidence

used critical thinking skills to: review and reflect on information from a range of sources about aromatherapy practice; evaluate and articulate requirements for sustainable aromatherapy practice
communicated key messages about aromatherapy therapy to meet the information needs of at least 3 different individuals or groups
developed goals for own practice that reflect the values and philosophies of aromatherapy

Knowledge evidence

philosophies and principles of aromatherapy therapy:
historical development of aromatherapy
central philosophies
key individuals contributing to development
aromatherapy system of treatment
different types of aromatherapy treatments and their key benefits, features and purpose
psycho-aromatherapy – how this terms is used, what it is and the role of mind-body connection in aromatherapy practice
key features of complementary therapies used in conjunction with aromatherapy, including:
massage
reflexology
key features of allied health services and their relationship to aromatherapy, including:
reflexology
naturopathy
counselling
place of aromatherapy practice in the broader health care system
features and differences of allopathic and naturopathic approaches to health and health treatments
professional aromatherapy networks and industry bodies
features of aromatherapy product retailing
different models of professional aromatherapy practice and their key features:
sole practitioners
employment opportunities in retail and multi-modality clinics
issues for consideration in personal health strategy:
health and diet
rest
exercise
stress management
personal contraindications to particular aromatic plant oils
components of sustainable practice:
economic – opportunities and viability
environmental
human – personal health, professional development
social responsibility
aromatherapy self-care
legal and ethical considerations (national and state/territory) and how these are applied in individual practice:
children in the workplace
codes of conduct
continuing professional education
discrimination
dignity of risk
duty of care
human rights
infection control
informed consent
insurance requirements
mandatory reporting
practitioner/client boundaries
privacy, confidentiality and disclosure
records management
work role boundaries – responsibilities and limitations
work health and safety

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What does an assessment tool for HLTARO001 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for HLTARO001 needs to address all 68 unit components: 4 elements with 15 performance criteria, 3 performance evidence requirements, 50 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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