This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Skills may include

responding to client needs

demonstrated ability to diagnose trichological problems

demonstrated ability to determine when nutritional therapy is indicated

relating knowledge of nutrition to the practice of trichological treatments

client consultation that takes into account the culture background and physical abilities of the client while demonstrating knowledge of the following communication techniques

listening and questioning techniques

verbal and nonverbal communication

negotiation techniques

written communication

language literacy and numeracy skills relevant to the role and workplace requirements

ability to write referrals to other professionals

demonstrated ability to identify foods containing various nutrients

demonstrated ability to identify foods deficient in nutrients

Knowledge may include

appropriate dosage levels of nutritional supplements including the difference between dietary replacement levels and pharmacological dosage rates

drugnutrient and nutrientnutrient interactions

main nutritional supplements used for each trichological condition

the components of common diets

current national health and medical research council recommendations for healthy diets

provisions of relevant health and hygiene legislation and regulations

provisions of relevant occupational health and safety legislation and regulations

workplace policies and procedures in regard to the performance of nutritional therapy

appearance and management of contraindications of nutritional therapies and adverse effects

The evidence guide describes the underpinning knowledge and skills that must be demonstrated to prove competence It is essential for assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria the range statement and the assessment guidelines of the relevant Training Package

Overview of assessment

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit of competency must be able to identify and describe the application and role of nutrients and other food substances in trichological treatments Knowledge and understanding of nutrition as it relates to trichological treatments must be demonstrated Knowledge of the relationship between nutrition and the bodys systems as they relate to trichological treatments is also required

Specific evidence requirements

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

knowledge and consistent application of relevant workplace policies and procedures

knowledge and consistent application of the principles of nutrition as applied to a range of trichological treatments

demonstrated ability to design and implement dietary modifications in a manner acceptable to the clientpatient

demonstrated ability to advise on nutritional supplements and determine the most appropriate supplementation

evaluating client needs and requirements and advising on nutritional needs home care and complementary products

referring clients to other professionals where indicated

accurately and legibly recording relevant data

Context of assessment

For valid and reliable assessment of this unit competency should be consistently demonstrated over a period of time and observed by the assessor andor the technical expert working in partnership with the assessor The technical expert may include the trichologist andor a nutrition specialist and may be in a simulated environment

Competency should be demonstrated in a simulated workplace environment in a range of situations that may include client interruptions and involvement in other related activities normally expected in the workplace For further guidance on the use of an appropriate simulated environment refer to the Assessment Guidelines in this Training Package

Specific resources for assessment

Competency for this unit should be assessed through access to

an appropriately stocked and equipped clinic or simulated clinic environment

relevant documentation such as

workplace policy and procedures manuals

occupational health and safety legislation and regulations

relevant learning materials

a qualified workplace assessor or assessment team

Relationship to other units

This unit is a corequisite for a range of trichology units It requires an assessment outcome that includes evidence of the application of knowledge of nutrition to the performance of trichological treatments

none

WRHHSA Apply the principles of nutrition

WRHHS405A Apply the principles of nutrition

WRHHSA Perform hair loss diagnosis

WRHHS407A Perform hair loss diagnosis

WRHHSA Design and apply hair loss therapies

WRHHS409A Design and apply hair loss therapies.

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested

Observation of the learner performing a range of tasks in a simulated work environment over sufficient time to demonstrate hisher handling of a range of contingencies Tasks may include

identifying client characteristics and developing a nutritional therapy plan according to an assessment of client needs

providing nutritional therapy

providing complementary advice according to client needs

Written andor oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding of the relationship between nutrition and healthy hair and scalp

Case studies and scenarios

Thirdparty reports from experienced trichologists in the workplace

Completion of selfpaced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from the trainer coach or supervisor

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

For valid and reliable assessment of this unit evidence should be gathered through a range of methods to indicate consistent performance

It can be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone through an integrated assessment activity or through a combination of both

Evidence should be gathered as part of the learning process

Assessing employability skills

Employability skills are integral to effective performance in the workplace and are broadly consistent across industry sectors How these skills are applied varies between occupations and qualifications due to the different work functions and contexts

Employability skills embedded in this unit should be assessed holistically in the context of the job role and with other relevant units that make up the skill set or qualification

Nutritional therapies are limited to:

Patients may include:

Nutritional supplements are limited to:

Patient service and advice may include:

Relevant legislation may include:

Workplace policies and procedures may include:

Other professionals may include:

Nutritional therapy plan may include:

Lifestyle adjustments may include: