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HLTAYV001
Develop Ayurvedic practice

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to establish the foundations of an Ayurvedic practice, to evaluate what makes a sustainable practice and then to develop an approach to own practice.

This unit applies to any practitioners working within an Ayurvedic framework.

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.

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Establish foundations of Ayurvedic practice

1.1 Identify, access and interpret information about the central philosophies, principles and practices of Ayurveda

1.2 Evaluate principles and practices of Ayurveda in relation to other health care systems

1.3 Draw on Ayurvedic philosophy to interpret health issues and apply to own practice

2. Represent the Ayurvedic framework

2.1 Determine information needs of different individuals and groups

2.2 Explain the principles and practices of Ayurveda in a way that can be easily understood by those not familiar with the Ayurvedic system

2.3 Communicate information about Ayurveda at a level of depth appropriate to audience needs

3. Determine requirements for sustainable practice

3.1 Identify key issues that affect the development and sustainability of professional practice

3.2 Take account of economic, environmental, human and social considerations

3.3 Research and collate information to support professional practice

4. Develop and maintain own capacity to practise

4.1 Establish and monitor a personal health strategy that reflects the philosophies and principles of Ayurveda

4.2 Model philosophies and principles of Ayurveda in personal and professional interactions

5. Develop approach to own practice

5.1 Reflect on professional goals and aspirations

5.2 Identify and assess professional opportunities in Ayurvedic medicine

5.3 Consider the opportunities and constraints of individual personal circumstances

5.4 Make decisions about practice direction, based on reflection and research

5.5 Develop practical strategies that address own practice goals

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be evidence that the candidate has:

used critical thinking skills to:

review and reflect on information from a range of sources about Ayurveda

evaluate and articulate requirements for sustainable Ayurvedic practice

communicated about the Ayurveda framework to meet the information needs of at least 3 different individuals or groups

established a personal health strategy that reflects the values and philosophies of Ayurveda

developed goals for own practice that reflect the values, philosophies and principles of Ayurveda

developed a set of actions to support professional practice goals

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the work role. This includes knowledge of:

philosophies and principles of Ayurveda, what they mean and how they are applied in practice:

history of Ayurveda and its development from inception

dynamic interchange between the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social, environmental and landscape

shad darshanas (the six philosophies)

pancha mahabhutas (five great elements)

trigunnas (the three gunas)

prana (primordial life supporting energy)

indriyas (sense organs)

tridosha - vata, pitta and kapha, the ayurvedic concept of the three principal energies with intelligence found in the living body and throughout nature

agni (13 type)

ama

sapta dhatu

malas (bodily wastes)

prapaka and vipaka

deepana, pachana, anulomana

ojas

prakrti, vikrti

ahara, vihara and aushadh

maand, peya, yavagoo,yush, krishara

virudha ahara

abhyanga

shad upkarmas

snehna - self abhyanga, abhyanga, shiroabhyanga, shirodhara, katti basti, uro basti, ubtans

atyayik chikitsa

sat karma - cleanses neti, nasya, kunjala, baghi, basti

srtoas, srotarodha

rasayna and vajikarana

chikitsa

dosha vrudhi and kashaya

shath rasa

dinacharya, ratricharya, rtucharya

tribidha chikitsa

ashtvidh achikitsa

dashvidha pariksha

yoga chikitsa

simran (meditation, daily practices for the mind, body, emotions and the soul)

historic significance, basic purpose, use and structure of the following reference texts:

ashtanga hridaya samhita

charaka samhita

sushruta samhita

key features of other complementary therapies used in conjunction with Ayurveda

place of Ayurveda in the national health care system in Australia

professional networks and industry bodies

different models of Ayurvedic practice and their key features:

Ayurvedic practitioners at different levels

sole practitioners, joint practices, multi-disciplinary practices

employment, further study, research and industry opportunities

limitations of Ayurveda practices in Australia

components of sustainable practice:

economic opportunities and viability, planning, management and marketing

environmental

human – personal health, professional development

social responsibility

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

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) and its regulatory roles

work role boundaries – responsibilities and limitations

Ayurvedic moral, civil, spiritual codes of conduct for all Ayurveda Practitioners including the need for mentorship and respect for the system during study and in clinical practice after graduation

Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated environment that reflects workplace conditions. Where simulation is used, it must reflect real working conditions by modelling industry operating conditions and contingencies, as well as using suitable facilities, equipment and resources.

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

In addition, assessors must:

have at least three years current clinical experience working as an Ayurvedic practitioner providing services to the general public

hold practising membership of an Australian professional body that represents Ayurvedic practitioners

fulfil the continuing professional development requirements of the professional body to which they belong

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Establish foundations of Ayurvedic practice

1.1 Identify, access and interpret information about the central philosophies, principles and practices of Ayurveda

1.2 Evaluate principles and practices of Ayurveda in relation to other health care systems

1.3 Draw on Ayurvedic philosophy to interpret health issues and apply to own practice

2. Represent the Ayurvedic framework

2.1 Determine information needs of different individuals and groups

2.2 Explain the principles and practices of Ayurveda in a way that can be easily understood by those not familiar with the Ayurvedic system

2.3 Communicate information about Ayurveda at a level of depth appropriate to audience needs

3. Determine requirements for sustainable practice

3.1 Identify key issues that affect the development and sustainability of professional practice

3.2 Take account of economic, environmental, human and social considerations

3.3 Research and collate information to support professional practice

4. Develop and maintain own capacity to practise

4.1 Establish and monitor a personal health strategy that reflects the philosophies and principles of Ayurveda

4.2 Model philosophies and principles of Ayurveda in personal and professional interactions

5. Develop approach to own practice

5.1 Reflect on professional goals and aspirations

5.2 Identify and assess professional opportunities in Ayurvedic medicine

5.3 Consider the opportunities and constraints of individual personal circumstances

5.4 Make decisions about practice direction, based on reflection and research

5.5 Develop practical strategies that address own practice goals

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be evidence that the candidate has:

used critical thinking skills to:

review and reflect on information from a range of sources about Ayurveda

evaluate and articulate requirements for sustainable Ayurvedic practice

communicated about the Ayurveda framework to meet the information needs of at least 3 different individuals or groups

established a personal health strategy that reflects the values and philosophies of Ayurveda

developed goals for own practice that reflect the values, philosophies and principles of Ayurveda

developed a set of actions to support professional practice goals

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the work role. This includes knowledge of:

philosophies and principles of Ayurveda, what they mean and how they are applied in practice:

history of Ayurveda and its development from inception

dynamic interchange between the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social, environmental and landscape

shad darshanas (the six philosophies)

pancha mahabhutas (five great elements)

trigunnas (the three gunas)

prana (primordial life supporting energy)

indriyas (sense organs)

tridosha - vata, pitta and kapha, the ayurvedic concept of the three principal energies with intelligence found in the living body and throughout nature

agni (13 type)

ama

sapta dhatu

malas (bodily wastes)

prapaka and vipaka

deepana, pachana, anulomana

ojas

prakrti, vikrti

ahara, vihara and aushadh

maand, peya, yavagoo,yush, krishara

virudha ahara

abhyanga

shad upkarmas

snehna - self abhyanga, abhyanga, shiroabhyanga, shirodhara, katti basti, uro basti, ubtans

atyayik chikitsa

sat karma - cleanses neti, nasya, kunjala, baghi, basti

srtoas, srotarodha

rasayna and vajikarana

chikitsa

dosha vrudhi and kashaya

shath rasa

dinacharya, ratricharya, rtucharya

tribidha chikitsa

ashtvidh achikitsa

dashvidha pariksha

yoga chikitsa

simran (meditation, daily practices for the mind, body, emotions and the soul)

historic significance, basic purpose, use and structure of the following reference texts:

ashtanga hridaya samhita

charaka samhita

sushruta samhita

key features of other complementary therapies used in conjunction with Ayurveda

place of Ayurveda in the national health care system in Australia

professional networks and industry bodies

different models of Ayurvedic practice and their key features:

Ayurvedic practitioners at different levels

sole practitioners, joint practices, multi-disciplinary practices

employment, further study, research and industry opportunities

limitations of Ayurveda practices in Australia

components of sustainable practice:

economic opportunities and viability, planning, management and marketing

environmental

human – personal health, professional development

social responsibility

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

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) and its regulatory roles

work role boundaries – responsibilities and limitations

Ayurvedic moral, civil, spiritual codes of conduct for all Ayurveda Practitioners including the need for mentorship and respect for the system during study and in clinical practice after graduation

Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated environment that reflects workplace conditions. Where simulation is used, it must reflect real working conditions by modelling industry operating conditions and contingencies, as well as using suitable facilities, equipment and resources.

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

In addition, assessors must:

have at least three years current clinical experience working as an Ayurvedic practitioner providing services to the general public

hold practising membership of an Australian professional body that represents Ayurvedic practitioners

fulfil the continuing professional development requirements of the professional body to which they belong
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
 
Identify, access and interpret information about the central philosophies, principles and practices of Ayurveda 
Evaluate principles and practices of Ayurveda in relation to other health care systems 
Draw on Ayurvedic philosophy to interpret health issues and apply to own practice 
Determine information needs of different individuals and groups 
Explain the principles and practices of Ayurveda in a way that can be easily understood by those not familiar with the Ayurvedic system 
Communicate information about Ayurveda at a level of depth appropriate to audience needs 
Identify key issues that affect the development and sustainability of professional practice 
Take account of economic, environmental, human and social considerations 
Research and collate information to support professional practice 
Establish and monitor a personal health strategy that reflects the philosophies and principles of Ayurveda 
Model philosophies and principles of Ayurveda in personal and professional interactions 
Reflect on professional goals and aspirations 
Identify and assess professional opportunities in Ayurvedic medicine 
Consider the opportunities and constraints of individual personal circumstances 
Make decisions about practice direction, based on reflection and research 
Develop practical strategies that address own practice goals 

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