252213: Naturopath
Description Treats internal health problems, metabolic disorders and imbalances through treatment of the whole person using natural therapies. Registration or licensing may be required. Skill Level 1 Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. Assessing Authority
- Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services (VETASSESS)
vetassess@vetassess.com.au Unit Group 2522: Complementary Health Therapists Description Treat patients with physical, mental, spiritual and emotional needs by considering the whole person rather than focusing on specific symptoms and by using various therapies, techniques and practices. Indicative Skill Level In Australia and New Zealand: Occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks
- Assessing patients to determine the nature of the disorder, illness, problem or need by questioning, examining and observing
- Developing and implementing treatment plans using applications such as acupuncture, homoeopathic and herbal medicine, and dance, drama, hypnotic and music therapies
- Evaluating and documenting patients’ progress through treatment plans
- Providing dietary and lifestyle advice and guidelines
- Prescribing natural medicines, such as herbal, mineral and animal extracts, to stimulate the body’s capacity for self-healing
Other occupations in this Unit Group
- 252211: Acupuncturist
- 252212: Homoeopath
- 252214: Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner
- 252299: Complementary Health Therapists nec
- 252215: Traditional Maori Health Practitioner