Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

HLTARO004 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Provide therapeutic aromatherapy treatments

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency HLTARO004 - Provide therapeutic aromatherapy treatments
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for and provide therapeutic aromatherapy treatments other than massage. Treatments are based on the outcomes of an existing health assessment.This unit applies to clinical aromatherapists.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.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated clinical environment that reflects workplace conditions. The following conditions must be met for this unit:

use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:

client information – case history, treatment plan

private consultation area

towels/sheets for draping

essential oils

compresses

poultices

mists/spritzes

dermal applications

vapourisation/inhalation equipment

modelling of industry operating conditions, including provision of services to the general public

clinic supervision by a person who meets the assessor requirements outlined below for at least 80 of the 120 hours of client consultation work

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

In addition, assessors must:

have at least 3 years current experience working as a clinical aromatherapist providing services to the general public

hold practising membership of an Australian professional body that represents clinical aromatherapists

fulfil the continuing professional development requirements of the professional body to which they belong
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Elements define the essential outcomes
       
Element: Prepare client for treatment
  • Interpret treatment plan and clearly outline how the treatment will be provided and managed
  • Explain factors which may interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment
  • Inform the client of possible physical or emotional reactions during and following a session and the appropriate course of action to take
  • Follow established protocols to physically prepare the client for treatment
  • Confirm client consent for treatment
       
Element: Prepare treatment oils and equipment
  • Select oils and ingredients based on assessment indications and treatment plan
  • Blend and prepare oils to suit the treatment and its mode of administration
  • Select and safely set up equipment according to treatment requirements
       
Element: Administer aromatherapy treatments
  • Follow established aromatherapy treatment sequences and techniques using prepared oils and products
  • Use the condition and response of the client as a continual feedback to the initial assessment
  • Position client to optimise their comfort while allowing for optimum application of techniques
  • Maintain client dignity through use of draping where required
  • Maintain postures that ensure a controlled distribution of body weight
  • Maintain client-focused attention throughout the treatment session
  • Recognise reactions to treatment and respond promptly if necessary
       
Element: Provide advice and resources to the client
  • Provide clear information on therapeutic techniques being used, their therapeutic benefits and the underpinning philosophy
  • Educate client in relevant and practical techniques that support the treatment plan
  • Answer client queries with clarity, using appropriate language
  • Use honesty and integrity when explaining treatment plans, schedules and recommendations to the client
  • Promote client independence and responsibility in treatment when appropriate
  • Accurately document treatment provided and recommendations made to client
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

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

1. Prepare client for treatment

1.1 Interpret treatment plan and clearly outline how the treatment will be provided and managed

1.2 Explain factors which may interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment

1.3 Inform the client of possible physical or emotional reactions during and following a session and the appropriate course of action to take

1.4 Follow established protocols to physically prepare the client for treatment

1.5 Confirm client consent for treatment

2. Prepare treatment oils and equipment

2.1 Select oils and ingredients based on assessment indications and treatment plan

2.2 Blend and prepare oils to suit the treatment and its mode of administration

2.3 Select and safely set up equipment according to treatment requirements

3. Administer aromatherapy treatments

3.1 Follow established aromatherapy treatment sequences and techniques using prepared oils and products

3.2 Use the condition and response of the client as a continual feedback to the initial assessment

3.3 Position client to optimise their comfort while allowing for optimum application of techniques

3.4 Maintain client dignity through use of draping where required

3.5 Maintain postures that ensure a controlled distribution of body weight

3.6 Maintain client-focused attention throughout the treatment session

3.7 Recognise reactions to treatment and respond promptly if necessary

4. Provide advice and resources to the client

4.1 Provide clear information on therapeutic techniques being used, their therapeutic benefits and the underpinning philosophy

4.2 Educate client in relevant and practical techniques that support the treatment plan

4.3 Answer client queries with clarity, using appropriate language

4.4 Use honesty and integrity when explaining treatment plans, schedules and recommendations to the client

4.5 Promote client independence and responsibility in treatment when appropriate

4.6 Accurately document treatment provided and recommendations made to client

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:

performed the activities outlined in the performance criteria of this unit during a period of at least 120 hours of aromatherapy client consultation work

prepared for and managed at least 60 aromatherapy treatment sessions. Clients must include males and females from different stages of life with varied presentations

provided each of the following therapeutic treatments during the client consultation sessions according to client needs and aromatherapy principles and procedures:

compresses

poultices

mists/spritzes

dermal applications

vapourisation/inhalation

frictions

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:

legal and ethical considerations (national and state/territory) for treatment provision:

codes of conduct

duty of care

informed consent

mandatory reporting

practitioner/client boundaries

privacy, confidentiality and disclosure

records management

work role boundaries

working within scope of practice

presenting symptoms that require referral to a medical practitioner

work health and safety

aromatherapy treatment techniques and how to apply them, including what each technique does, what effects it might have and what the cautions and contraindications are – for the following:

compresses

poultices

mists/spritzes

dermal applications

vapourisation/inhalation

hydrotherapy – foot/hand bath, sitz, bath/spa, shower to prepare for homecare

frictions

potential reactions during treatment and how to respond:

discomfort

emotional reactions

feedback - verbal, tactile, visual

muscular spasms

body temperature discomfort

deep relaxation

potential reactions following treatment and appropriate client advice to provide

types of advice and resources that can be provided to clients for their use outside the clinical environment

documentation requirements for recording treatment details

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

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

1. Prepare client for treatment

1.1 Interpret treatment plan and clearly outline how the treatment will be provided and managed

1.2 Explain factors which may interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment

1.3 Inform the client of possible physical or emotional reactions during and following a session and the appropriate course of action to take

1.4 Follow established protocols to physically prepare the client for treatment

1.5 Confirm client consent for treatment

2. Prepare treatment oils and equipment

2.1 Select oils and ingredients based on assessment indications and treatment plan

2.2 Blend and prepare oils to suit the treatment and its mode of administration

2.3 Select and safely set up equipment according to treatment requirements

3. Administer aromatherapy treatments

3.1 Follow established aromatherapy treatment sequences and techniques using prepared oils and products

3.2 Use the condition and response of the client as a continual feedback to the initial assessment

3.3 Position client to optimise their comfort while allowing for optimum application of techniques

3.4 Maintain client dignity through use of draping where required

3.5 Maintain postures that ensure a controlled distribution of body weight

3.6 Maintain client-focused attention throughout the treatment session

3.7 Recognise reactions to treatment and respond promptly if necessary

4. Provide advice and resources to the client

4.1 Provide clear information on therapeutic techniques being used, their therapeutic benefits and the underpinning philosophy

4.2 Educate client in relevant and practical techniques that support the treatment plan

4.3 Answer client queries with clarity, using appropriate language

4.4 Use honesty and integrity when explaining treatment plans, schedules and recommendations to the client

4.5 Promote client independence and responsibility in treatment when appropriate

4.6 Accurately document treatment provided and recommendations made to client

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
 
Interpret treatment plan and clearly outline how the treatment will be provided and managed 
Explain factors which may interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment 
Inform the client of possible physical or emotional reactions during and following a session and the appropriate course of action to take 
Follow established protocols to physically prepare the client for treatment 
Confirm client consent for treatment 
Select oils and ingredients based on assessment indications and treatment plan 
Blend and prepare oils to suit the treatment and its mode of administration 
Select and safely set up equipment according to treatment requirements 
Follow established aromatherapy treatment sequences and techniques using prepared oils and products 
Use the condition and response of the client as a continual feedback to the initial assessment 
Position client to optimise their comfort while allowing for optimum application of techniques 
Maintain client dignity through use of draping where required 
Maintain postures that ensure a controlled distribution of body weight 
Maintain client-focused attention throughout the treatment session 
Recognise reactions to treatment and respond promptly if necessary 
Provide clear information on therapeutic techniques being used, their therapeutic benefits and the underpinning philosophy 
Educate client in relevant and practical techniques that support the treatment plan 
Answer client queries with clarity, using appropriate language 
Use honesty and integrity when explaining treatment plans, schedules and recommendations to the client 
Promote client independence and responsibility in treatment when appropriate 
Accurately document treatment provided and recommendations made to client 

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