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Naturopathy National Competency Standards

I.INTRODUCTION
GuidingPrinciples:
ArticleII,Section15ofthePhilippineConstitutionensuresthattheStateshallprotectandpromotetherighttohealthofthepeopleandinstill
healthconsciousnessamongthem.Section16ofthesamearticlementionsthattheStateshalllikewiseprotectandadvancetherightofthe
peopletoabalancedandhealthfulecologyinaccordwiththerhythmandharmonyofnature.
ArticleXIIIoftheconstitutionalsoestablishesaparticularmodebywhichtheStateshallupholdtherighttohealth,throughtheadoptionofan
integratedandcomprehensiveapproachtohealthdevelopment.Whileintegrationreferstoaunifiedhealthdeliverysystemwithbothpublic
andprivatesectorparticipationaswellasutilizationofwesternandindigenoushealthcaresystems,comprehensivenessimpliesdeliveryof
servicesandtheundertakingofactivitiesrelatingtohealthpromotion,diseaseprevention,educationandplanning.
ArticleXIIIfurthermoreemphasizesthathealthservicesshallbemadeavailableataffordablecost,andthatfreemedicalcaremustbegivento
impoverishedandthedisadvantaged.Itisclearfromallthis,therefore,thatalthoughtheStatesobligationtoupholdtherighttohealthofall,a
clearbiasisestablishedinfavorofthevulnerablesectorsthepoorandunderprivileged,elderly,disabled,womenandchildren.
AlawthatintroducesafreshandinnovativeapproachtoimprovingaccesstohealthcareandmedicaltreatmentistheTraditionalandAlternative
[1]
MedicineActof1997whichpromotesresearchintoandutilizationoftraditionalandalternativehealthcaresystems .Theclearintentofthis
lawistoimprovethequalityanddeliveryofhealthservicesthroughthedevelopmentoftraditionalandalternativemedicine,anditsgradual
integrationintothenationalhealthcaredeliverysystem.
PITAHC, the institution created under Republic Act 8423, is created and tasked to conduct research and study of traditional and alternative
medicine,trainnurses,physiciansandhealthworkersintheuseofsuchtechniques,educatethepublic,andformulaterulesandguidelinesforthe
[2]
regulationofthepracticeandusageoftraditionalandalternativemedicine .
Considering these principles and the state of affairs in Naturopathyas part of pluralistic practice of medicine or integrated medicine in the
Philippinesetting,theCompetencyStandardforNaturopathyforhealthcareprofessionalandworkersisdirectedtowardstheenhancementof
naturopathswhoarenotonlyscientificallyandtechnologicallycompetentonNaturopathybutwhoarecommittedtocomprehensivecommunity
health development consistent with the holisticphilosophy and paradigm of traditional andintegrative medicine. This is also consistent with
primaryhealthcareprinciples,thecorecomponentsoftherighttohealth.
PURPOSE:
http://www.pins88.org/becomecertified/naturopathynationalcompetencystandards
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This Competency Standard defines the MINIMUM required stock of knowledge, skills, attitude for medical and nonmedical health care
professionalsandworkersintheareaofNaturopathyThecompetencyalsodefinestheproperrolesandorientationneededforpracticerelevant
andappropriatetothePhilippinesetting..NationalCertificatesareissuedbyPITAHCwhentheprescribedunitsofcompetencieshavebeen
achieved.
This Competency Standard is herein formulated and developed to ensure that Naturopathy practice meets the minimum levels of adequate
knowledge,skillsandawarenessofindicationsandcontraindications.Specifically,thepurposeofthisbenchmarkdocumentareasfollows:
1.ToupgradethelevelofprofessionaleducationandtrainingofNaturopathsinTraditional/ComplementaryandAlternativeHealthCare(T/CAHC)
withtheendviewofqualitypatientcare,settingandmaintainingstandardsofcompetenceandintegrity,andprovidingqualitylifeenhancingand
wellbeingservicesandproducts
1.Toserveasbasisintheestablishmentofacompetencyassessmentandcertificationsystem,whichcanbeusedforsettingupaclassified/qualified
poolofnaturopathsreadytoservedomesticneedsprimarily(medical,andcommunityclinics,hospitals,etc.)andoverseasrequirementssecondarily
1.Toserveasguide/basisfortheProfessionalRegulationCommissionandthevariousPhilippineHealthProfessionalAssociationsinthe
accreditationofthepracticeofNaturopathy
1.ToserveasbasisforPhilippineHealthInsuranceCorporationsfutureguidelinesforreimbursementofpractitioner/patientNaturopathyservices
1.Toserveasguide/basisforthedevelopmentoftrainingprogramsinNaturopathyforcommunityhealthworkersandotherhealthworkers.
1.Toserveasabasisforthedevelopmentoftrainingprogramsoverthefullrangeoftrainingmodalitiesincludingthoseoftechnicalinstitutions,
apprenticeships,andcommunitybasedprograms
1.TopursuethePhilippineInstituteforTraditionalandAlternativeHealthCare(PITAHCs)goalofformulatingpolicies,standards,guidelines,and
practicestowardsimprovingthequalityanddeliveryofhealthservicesthroughthecomprehensive(preventive,curative,rehabilitative,and
promotive)developmentoftraditional,complementaryandalternativemedicine,anditseventualintegrationintothenationalhealthcaredelivery
system.
1.Tocontributetobringingaboutparadigmshifttowardsvalueformation,ethicalandsocialtransformationusingtheholisticphilosophyof
traditional,complementaryandalternativesystemsofmedicinethroughintegratedmultidisciplinaryanddevelopmentalapproachestoTCAHC
trainings.
UNITSOFCOMPETENCIES
UNITIPerformNaturopathicHealthAssessment
UnitDescriptor
This unit covers the skills required to observe the condition of the client/patient and gather information relevant to the case, according to a
naturopathicframework.
ELEMENTS
1.Determinethescopeoftheassessmentandthe
PERFORMANCECRITERIA
client/patientsneeds
2.Client/patientspurposeforconsultationis
establishedandsymptomsexperiencedare
identified
3.Client/patientseligibilityforserviceis
determinedusingclinic/personalpolicies
4.Provideservicesandexplainclearlythe
limitationsofavailableservices
5.Client/patientsexpectationoftheservice/clinic
areexploredandclarified
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6.Factorslikelytohaveanegativeimpacton
assessmentareidentifiedinconsultationwiththe
client/patientandstrategiesimplementedto
minimizetheeffectsofthesefactorswherever
possible
7.Personalabilities,levelofprofessional
competenceandparametersofrolearedefinedto
theclient/patientanddeterminepracticeatall
times
8.Clients/patientsarereferredtootherhealthcare
providerswheretheneedsidentifiedarebeyond
thescopeoftheservicesthatcanbeprovided
9.Legalrightsoftheclient/patientareidentified
andpromoted
1.Obtainandrecordanaccuratehistoryofthe
client/patient
2.Informationrequiredfromtheclient/patientfor
theclient/patientshistoryissoughtinarespectful
waywithallinquiriesaskedinapurposeful,
systematicanddiplomaticmanner
3.Accurate,relevantandwellorganized
informationiscollectedandrecordedinaform
whichcanbeinterpretedreadilybyother
professionals
4.Informationistreatedasconfidentialandstored
securely
ELEMENTS
1.Managethehealthassessment
PERFORMANCECRITERIA
2.Informedclient/patientconsentisobtainedprior
toconductingtestsinaccordancewithlegislative
requirements
3.Abnormalfindingsarepursuedandinvestigated
inadeliberate,logicalandappropriatemanner
4.Reliabilityofdataobtainedisassessedand
appropriateclinicalcorrelationwiththe
client/patientscomplaintsisestablishedwhere
possible
5.Questionsareusedtoclarifyresultsandgain
furtherinformationinamannerrelevanttothe
client/patientsneedsandtestresults
6.Anydecisiontocarryoutlaboratorytestsis
basedontheintegrationofpreviouslyobtained
clinicaldataandhistory
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7.Theprotocolrequiredinorderingtestsis
adheredto
8.Adequatetimeisallowedduringconsultationto
gathercriticalinformation
9.Factorsthatmayinterferewiththeinformation
gatheringprocessareidentifiedandminimized
10.Essentialrequirementsforthemaintenanceof
clinicalandpractitionerhygieneareidentified,
establishedandroutinelyobserved
11.Potentialsensitivitiesoftheclient/patientare
anticipated,thepractitionersapproachisadapted
accordinglytotaketheseintoaccountandstepsare
takentoensuretheclient/patientsdignityare
maintainedatalltimes
1.Makeacomprehensiveassessmentofthe
client/patient
2.Signsofhealthconditionsandfurther
observationsareidentifiedaccordingto
naturopathicframework
3.Specificdetailsofsignsandsymptomsofthe
presentingcomplaint/sareelicited
4.Otherappropriateassessmenttechniquesare
used
5.Allinformationisaccuratelyrecordedina
systetmaticmannerinaccordancewithclinic
guidelines
RANGEOFVARIABLES
Factors likely to have a negative impact on
assessmentmayinclude:
Languagedifficulties
Disabilities
Emotionaltrauma
Lackofprivacyorfocusduetoadditionalparties
beingpresent
Culturalorgenderfactors
Otherhealthcareprofessionalmayinclude:
Doctors
SocialWorkers
Alternativeandcomplementaryhealth
practitioners
Counsellors
NutritionistDietitians
Clienthistorymayinclude:
Dateofpresentation
Identifyingpersonaldetails
Sourceofreferral(ifapplicable)
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Maincomplaintorreasonforconsultation
Presentingsymptompicture
Generalstateofhealth
Physical
Emotional
Allergies
Dietarypicture
Sleeppattern
Exercise
Leisureactivities
Childhoodandadultillness
Accidents,injuries,operations
Hospitalizations
Occupationalhistoryandenvironment
Othercurrentmedicaltherapeuticintervention
Medication,supplementsandnaturalremedies
currentandprevious
Sociallifestyleincludingsocialdrugusage
Familyhistory
Detailsrequiredforhomeopathiccase
Potentialsensitivitiesmayinclude:
Gender
Ethnicity
Language
Religiousbeliefs
Culturalheritage
Sexuality
Ability
Presenthealthconditionandpersonalhistory
Signsofhealthconditionmayreferto:
Precipitatingfactors
Relievingfactors
Associatedmanifestations
Indicationsofstageandstatusofillness
Symptomqualities
Functionalandpathologicaldisturbances
Allproceduresmustbeconductedaccordingto
legislativeandregulatoryrequirements.
Other appropriate assessment techniques may

include:
Observation
Discussion
VitalSigns(Pulse,respiratory,temperature)
PalpationandPercussion
Externalphysicalexamination(skin,hairand
nails)
ComprehensiveIridologytechniques
Sclerology
Livebloodanalysis
Urinetests
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Assessmentofgrowth(height,weight,head
circumference)anddevelopment
Overviewofsysteminquiringaboutthe
presenceofpreviouslydiagnosedorganic
diseasesandfunctionaldisorders
Anyothermethodinwhichthepractitionerhas
beentrainedtoacompetentstandard
EVIDENCEGUIDE
Criticalaspectsofassessment:
Knowledgeofphysicalsignsandsymptomsof
healthconditions
Abilitytoidentifylocation,stageand
characteristicsofhealthconditions
Knowledgeofpathophysiologyandhealth
conditions
Demonstratedobservationskills
Demonstratedabilitytoconductexternal
physicalexamination
Demonstratedabilitytousearangeofmedical
equipmentusedinexternalphysical
examinations
Demonstratedcommunicationskills
Demonstratedrespectforpractitioner/
client/patientboundaries
Knowledgeofthecostbenefitratioofspecial
testsorstudies
Demonstratedrecordkeepingskills
Abilitytodetectandrecordsymptomsandsigns
presentincludingprecipitatingfactors,relieving
factorsandassociatedmanifestations
Knowledgeofandabilitytouseappropriate
terminologyrelatedtospecificdiscipline
Concurrentassessmentandrelationshipwith
otherunits:
Communicateeffectivelywithclients/patients
Contributetothecontrolofinfection
WorkwithinaNaturopathicframework
Underpinningknowledgeandskills:
Knowledgeofcriticalinformationrequiredfor
assessmentandtherapeuticintervention
accordingtonaturopathicframework
Knowledgeofanatomicalterminologyandlevels
oforganization
Knowledgeandunderstandingofanatomical
systemincluding:
Musculoskeletal including muscles,
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bones, cartilage, joints, head, upper

trunk,upperlimb,pelvis,andlowerlimb
Nervoussystem,includingperipheral,
autonomicandcentralnervoussystems
Cardiovascular(includinghaemopoetic)
includingvascularsystem,spleen,heart
and pericardium, systemic arteries,
systemic veins, portal veins, and foetal
circulation
Lymphatic including thoracic viscera,
abdominal
and
pelvic
viscera,
alimentary tract, urinary and genital
systems, trunk and limbs, deep and
superficiallymphnodes
Gastrointestinal including mouth,
salivary glands, tongue, pharynx,
esophagus, abdomen and peritoneum,
stomach,smallintestine,largeintestine,
liver,biliarysystem,andpancreas
Respiratoryincludinglarynx,trachea,
lungsandmediastinum,andpleura
Urogenital(reproductiveandurinary)
and endocrine incuding kidneys, ureter
andbladder,malegenitalorgans,female
genital organs, thyroid, parathyroid
glands, pituitary gland, adrenal gland,
andthymusgland
ENT and special senses including
hearingandequilibration,vision,smell,
andtaste
Knowledgeofphysiologyincluding
General physiology including cell

structureandfunction,metabolism,and
levelsoforganizationinthebody
Basicphysiologyincludingphysiologyof
musculoskeletal system muscles,
postureandmovement
Nervous system including central,
peripheral and automatic nervous
systems
ENTandothersensesincludinghearing
and equilibration, vision, smell, and
taste
Respiratory system including
pulmonaryfunction
Cardiovascularsystemincludingheart,
andcirculation
Lymphatic system including lymph,
immunityandallergy
Gastrointestinal including motility,
secretions, movement of food,
digestionandabsorption
Urogenital and endocrine including
renalfunction,micturition,extracellular
fluid, metabolism, thyroid gland,
hormones,andreproduction

Knowledgeofbiochemistry
Knowledgeofsymptomologyandpathology
accordingtonaturopathicpractice
Knowledgeofanatomyandphysiology
accordingtovariousstagesoflife
Knowledgeofpathophysiologyanddisease
processesofcommonclinicaldiseasesand
interactivitybetweenthem,toalevelnecessary
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tosupportthemakingofascreeningassessment
oftheclient/patientsconditiontosupportthe
practiceofnatural/traditionalmedicine
processesaffectingthenervoussystemincluding
Centralandperipheralnervoustissue,
brain,spinalcordandassociatednerves,
sensory,motorandintegrativesystems,
andautonomicnervoussystem
Endocrine system including thyroid,
parathyroid and adrenal glands,
pancreas,calciumandbonemetabolism,
pituitarygland,andpinealgland
ENTandspecialsensesincludingvision,
hearing,smell,andtaste
Respiratory system including
pulmonary function, gas transport,
regulation
of
respiration,
and
respiratoryadjustments
Cardiovascularsystemincludingblood,
clotting,erythropoitin,andcardiaccycle
Lymphaticsystemincludingimmunity,
andallergy
Urogenital system including renal
function,fluidbalance,maleandfemale
reproductivesystems
Knowledgeofprostaglandins,development,
inheritance,DNA,RNA,andintroductionto
genetics
Knowledgeoffactorsaffectingtransmissionof
diseaseandchoiceoftherapeuticinterventions
ofcommoninfectiousdiseases
Knowledgeofidentificationofinfectious
organisms,indications,complications,
epidemiology,occurence,modeoftransmission,
vectors,incubationperiod,periodof
communicability,presentation,assessment,
therapeuticintervention,managementand
prevention
Knowledgeofclinicalfeaturesand
pathophysiologyofcommonbacterialandviral
diseasestoassesstheclient/patient,itsstage,
severityandlikelyprognosis
Knowledgeofdietaryimpactonhealthand
symptoms
Knowledgeofrelevanttestingandassessment
optionsandprocedures
Demonstratedphysicalexaminationprocedures
Applicationsofmethodofkeepingmedical
records
Demonstratedabilitytounderstandanddiscuss
medicalreports
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Abilitytouseequipmentandtechnology
competentlyandsafely
Demonstratedabilitytoaccessandinterpretup
todateinformation
Philosophicalapproachtoassessmentandits
therapeuticintervention
Knowledgeandstrictadherenceofthelegaland
ethicalrequirementsforconfidentiality
Knowledgeoftimemanagmentrequirements
duringconsultation
Abilitytocommunicateeffectivelytogain
requiredinformation
Knowledgeofethicalandlegalimplicationsof
inquiry
Resourceimplications
Resource requirements include all the relevant
resourcescommonlyusedbyspecificdiscipline.
Specifictoolsmayinclude:
Anappropriatelystockedandequippedclinicor
simulatedclinicenvironment
Skilledassessors
Relevantassessmentinstruments
Appropriateassessmentenvironment
Methodofassessment
Assessmentmayinclude:
Observationofperformance
Examplesofassessmentnotes
Simulatedassignments
Writtenorverbalanswertests
Practicaldemonstrationsandexercises
Researchworkorwrittenreportsof
observationsinapracticalsetting
Oralquestioningontechniqueorassessment
strategy
Casestudiesandscenariosasbasisfor
discussionofissuesandstrategiestocontribute
tobestpracticeintheworkenvironment
Contextofassessment:
Thisunitismostapropriatelyassessedinthe
workplaceorinasimulatedworkplaceandunder
thenormalrangeofworkconditions.Assessment
may be on more than one occasion to cover a
varietyofcircumstances
UNITIIManageWorkWithintheNaturopathicFramework
UnitDescriptor
This unit describes the skills required to manage the effective work practices of self and others within a naturopathic framework: Maintain an
effectiveworkenvironment.
ELEMENT
1.Communicateknowledgeofnaturopathic
PERFORMANCECRITERIA
philosophy,principlesandpractices
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2.Standardformsofassessmentandtherapeutic
approachcanbeeffectivelycommunicatedona
oneononeorgroupbasis
3.Definition,centralphilosophiesandhistorical
developmentsofnaturopathycanbeexplained
4.Recentdevelopmentsandnewpracticesare
integratedintoclient/patientservices
1.Demonstratecommitmenttoethicalwork
practices
2.Confidentialityofclient/patientinformationis
maintainedbystoringanddisposingofrecords
accordingtoclinicrequirements
3.Workpracticesarereviewedperiodicallyto
ensureskillsandpracticesarekeptcurrent
4.Workpracticesshowrespectforstaffand
client/patientrights
5.Workpracticesadheretolegal,regulatoryand
clinicpracticeguidelines
6.Measuresareimplementedtoensure
accountabilityforprofessionalpractices
1.Manageworkplacerelationships
1.Effectivecommunicationandinterpersonalskills
areusedtoensureallworkplaceinteractions
contributetotheachievementofclinicobjectives
andthepromotionofthepractice
2.Workplacerelationsreflectconsiderationofthe
fullrangeofindividualandculturaldifferences
3.Issuesrelatedtothewellbeingofwork
colleaguesaredealtwithpromptlyandin
accordancewithclinicprocedures
4.Potentialandactualworkplaceconflictsare
handledtominimizedisruption
1.Managetheachievementofqualitystandards
1.Personalhygieneandinfectioncontrolguidelines
areestablishedandpractisedthroughoutthe
organization
2.Hazardcontrolmeasuresandreporting
proceduresareundertakenaccordingtoclinic
practiceguidelines
3.Individualandclinicperformanceisreviewed
againstestablishedstandards
1.Ensureongoingdevelopmentofselfandteam
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2.Selfperformanceisregularlymonitoredagainst
workplans,clinicobjectivesandclient/patient
needs
3.Opportunitiesforformalandinformal
developmentofskillsandknowledgearesoughtout
andaccessedtooptimizeperformance
4.Individualperformancesaremonitoredand
developedtoenhanceteamperformance,where
appropriate
5.Coachingandmentoringcontributeseffectively
todevelopmentofworkplaceknowledge,skillsand
attitudes
RANGEOFVARIABLES
Themajorandminorformsofassessmentmay
include:
Observation
Discussion
Vitalsigns(pulse,respiratory,temperature)
Externalphysicalexamination(skin,hair,nails)
Sclerology
Livebloodanalysis
Urinetests
Procedurewhichisconductedaccordingto
legislativeandregulatoryrequirements
Therapeuticinterventionpracticesmayinclude:
Nutritiontherapiesincludingtheuseofspecific
micronutrientsupplementsandfoodtherapy
Herbalmedicine
Homeopathy(acute)/Homotoxicology
(PITAHCcertified)
ActiveandPassiveBodyworkse.g.massage,
reflexology,shiatsuexerciseregimen
Hydrotherapy
PsychologicalTraumaTherapy
OxygenTherapy
Aromatherapy
ArtTherapy(movement,visual,music,sound)
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BodyandMind(meditation)
BachFlowerTherapy
EnergyHealing(worw/odevice)
Acupuncture(PITAHCCertified)
HealthandWellnessAdvice
Definitionofnaturopathyis:
Centralphilosophiesinclude:
Naturopathy is a distinct method of wholistic

healing, underpinned by a philosophical
perspectivewhichrecognizesthatalllivingforms
possessaselfregulatory,inherentabilityforself
healing. This inherent ability, or vital force,
operates in an intelligent, orderly fashion.
Naturopathic approaches to health care are
aimed at supporting and enhancing the bodys
ownabilitytohealitself.
PrimumNonNocere(firstdonoharm)
Vismedicatrixnaturae(thehealingpowerof
nature)
Tollecausam(identifyandtreatthecause)
Docere(doctorasteacher)
Treatthewholeperson
Prevention
Measuresimplementedcouldreferto:
Supervisionofpractice
Financialdocumentation
Governmentregulatoryrequirements
(ie.businesspermit,FDA,IPO,etc.)
Documentationoftherapeuticinterventionwith
orwithoutdevices
Casenotes
Practitionerqualification/certificationfrom
PITAHC
Performancereviews(internal)
Currentcertificationforspecialservicesoffered
whereappropriate
Organizationalstandardsandprocedures
Effective communication and interpersonal

skillsmayinclude:
Activelisteningskills
Abilitytoestablishrapportandtrust
Eyecontact
Verbalcommunicationskills
Writtencommunicationskills
Empathyandrespect
Abilitytoclarifyneeds
Conflictresolutionskills
Negotiationskills
Presentation
Honestyandintegrity
Opportunities for formal and informal

development of skills and knowledge may
Articles,publicpresentations,interviewsand
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include:
othercommunications
Attendanceatlecturesorothereducation
activities
Participationinresearchprojects
Attendanceatassociationmeetings
Subscriptiontoprofessionaljournals
Clinicsupervision
Provisionoforattendanceattraining
Study,distancebasedlearning
EVIDENCEGUIDE
Abilitytoworkormodelworkwhich
demonstratesanunderstandingofunderpinning
valuesandphilosophiesinthenaturopathy
framework
Knowledgeofthephilosophies,principlesand
toolsofnaturopathicpractice
Knowledgeofarangeofalternativeand
complementarytherapies
Demonstratedabilitytocorrectlyidentify
informationneeds
Demonstratedabilitytoseekoutandimplement
newfindingsandpractices
Demonstrateddocumentationskills
Demonstratedabilitytoexplainrelevant
productsandservices
Demonstratedcommunicationskillsinaoneon
oneandgroupsetting
Demonstratedabilitytoexplainclinicpractice
guidelines(CPG)andlegislation
Demonstratedabilitytoundertakeperformance
reviews
Demonstratedabilitytoprovideleadership,
coachingand/ormentorship
Demonstratedmanagementskills
Teamdevelopmentskills
KnowledgeofphilosophicalTraditionaland
AlternativeHealthCare(TAHC)systems
Knowledgeofsociologyofhealthandthehealth
caresystem
Knowledgeofethicalissuesinnaturalmedicine
KnowledgeofOccupationalHealthandSafety
(OHS)requirementsintheworkplace
Knowledgeofthecurrentpoliticalcontextof
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healthcare
Knowledgeofthedynamicinterchangebetween
thephysical,mental,social,environmentaland
spirituallandscape
Knowledgeoftherationalistic,analytical
approachtoanunderstandingofdisease
Knowledgeofthevitalistic,empiricalapproach
tohealth
Knowledgeofthenaturopathicintegrationof
theseapproachestohealth
Knowledgeofthequalitative,quantitative,
culturalandtraditionallinesofevidenceusedin
naturopathy
Knowledgeofthephilosophy,principlesand
practicesofotheralternativeand
complementarytherapiesincluding
homeopathy,herbalmedicine,nutritionand
bodywork
Knowledgeoftheprinciplesofnaturopathic
practice:PrimumNonNocere(firstdono
harm),vismedicatrixnaturae(thehealing
powerofnature)tollecausam(identifyand
treatthecause)docere(doctorasteacher)treat
thewholeperson(prevention)
Knowledgeofhownaturopathyworkswiththe
conventionalhealthmodel
Knowledgeofphilosophy,principlesand
practicesofthedifferentnaturopathic
modalities
Knowledgeofethicalissuesinmanagement
Abilitytoidentifyethicalissues
Communicationskillsinoneononeandgroup
settings
Knowledgeofmanagementissuesand
responsibilities
Knowledgeofcompetencystandardsfor
naturopathy
Knowledgeofteamdevelopmentissues
Resourcerequirementsmayinclude:
Relevanttextsonnaturopathyandmedical
manuals
Relevantpaperbased/videoassessment
instruments
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Skilledassessors
Methodofassessment
Practicaldemonstrationandsimulations
Shorttestsandessays
Oralquestioninganddiscussion
Casestudiesandscenarios
This unit is most appropriately assessed in the

may contain both theoretical and practical
componentsandexamplescoveringwiderangeof
clinicalsituations.
UNITIIIApplyNaturopathicAssessmentFramework
UnitDescriptor
Thisunitcoverstheskillsrequiredtointerpretinformationgatheredinthehealthassessmentandmakeandreviewaccurateassessmentoverthe
courseoftherapeuticintervention,accordingtothenaturopathicframework.
ELEMENTS
1.Analyzeandinterpretinformationreceived
PERFORMANCECRITERIA
2.Resultsofthehealthassessmentarecorrelated
withcasehistory
3.Signsandsymptomsofconditioninthe
client/patientarerecognizedandidentifiedaspre
requisitesfortherapeuticintervention/care
4.Informationgatheredisassessedandassigned
prioritiesinconsultationwiththeclient/patient
usingtheknowledgeandexperienceandtheoretical
principlesappliedbythepractitioner
5.Informationisgathered,recordedandorganized
inawaywhichcanbeinterpretedreadilybyother
professionals
6.Patternsareanalyzedanddifferentiatedby
assessingsignsandsymptoms
7.Conditionisidentifedaccordingtostageand
relatedimplications(e.g.acute/chronic)by
applyingprinciplesofassessment
8.Professionaljudgementisusedtodrawsound
conclusionsandprognosisfromthedatacollected
9.Allsignsandsymptomsareelicitedinathorough
andobjectivemannertoavoidpremature
conclusions
10.Client/patientsprogressissystematically
monitoredinordertoconfirmtheinitial
assessmentorclinicalimpression
1.Clinicallyevaluatetheassessment
2.Anongoingcriticalevaluationoftheassessment
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isapplied
3.Appropriateassessmenttools/methodsare
selected
4.Reevaluationofthecaseiscarriedoutwhenever
considerednecessarybythepractitioner
5.Historyandclinicaldataareeffectivelycombined
toobtainadifferentialassessmentandprognosis
1.Informtheclient/patient
2.Rationaleoftheassessment/prognosisis
discussedwiththeclient/patient
3.Practitionerisabletorepondtoclient/patient
inquiriesusinglanguagetheclient/patient
understands
4.Referralandcollaborativeoptionsarediscussed
withtheclient/patientifnecessary
RANGEOFVARIABLES
Signsandsymptomsofconditionsmayinclude:
Physicalevidence
Behaviouralevidence
Statesofdisorder
Testorexaminationresults
Sensations
Onset
Duration
Location
Causation
Amelioratingandaggravatingfactors
Symptomqualities(intensity,severity,natureof
complaint)
Nonverbalsignsandsymptoms
Functionalandpathologicaldisturbances
Patternsmayreferto:
Temperamentshumoraltheorye.g.
choleric/sanguine
IridologyConstitutionalTypes:Lymphatic,
Biliary,Hematogenic
Constitutionalstatese.g.neuresthenic
Syndromese.g.adrenalexhaustion
Functionaldisorderse.g.functional
hypoglycemia
Healthconditions
EVIDENCEGUIDE
Criticalaspectsofassessmentinclude:
Demonstratedabilitytointerpretinvestigative
findings
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Demonstrateddifferentialassessmentskills
Abilitytoprioritizepresentingconditions
Knowledgeofreferralprocess
Establishmentofurgencyfortherapeutic
interventionrequired
Concurrentassessmentandrelationshipwith
otherunits:
Performhealthassessment
Communicateeffectivelywithclients
Workwithinanaturopathicframework
Knowledgeofanatomyandphysiologyofthe
bodysystems
Knowledgeofrelevanttestingandassessment
optionsandprocedures
Knowledgeofsignsandsymptomsofhealth
conditionsanddisorder/dysfunction
Knowledgeofdiseaseprocess
Abilitytoapplydifferentialassessment
Knowledgeandunderstandingoftypesof
furtherinvestigationavailable
todateinformation
Abilitytowritereferrals,appraisallettersfor
insurancecompaniesandotherdocumentation
Knowledgeofthecontributionofthedifferent
schoolsofthoughtandhistoricaltheoriesof
clinicalpractice
Relevanttextsormedicalmanuals
Relevantpaperbasedassessmentenvironment
Methodofassessment
Writtenassignmentwithpractical
demonstration
Assessmentfromnotesorsimulated
assessments
Oralquestioning
Casestudiesandscenariosasabasisfor
discussionofdiagnostictechnique
Shortanswertests
This unit is most appropriately assessed in the

thenormalrangeofworkcondition.Assessment
may contain both theoretical and practical
components and examples covering a range of
clinicalsituations.
UNITIVWorkWithinaNaturopathicFramework
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UnitDescriptor
Thisunitdescribestheskillsrequiredtoworkeffectivelywithinanaturopathicframework.
ELEMENT
1.Demonstratecommitmenttothecentral
PERFORMANCECRITERIA
philosophiesofnaturopathicpractice
2.Definitionofnaturopathyandthenaturopathic
systemoftherapyisprovided
3.Historicaldevelopmentofnaturopathyis
provided
4.Centralphilosophiesofnaturopathyare
identifiedandexplained
5.Practitionerappliesnaturopathicphilosophyto
his/herownhealthpractices
6.Practitionerdrawsonnaturopathicphilosophyto
interprethealthissues
1.Identifyanddescribetheprinciplesandpractices
ofnaturopathy
2.Majormethodsoftherapeuticinterventionused
bynaturopathsareidentifiedanddescribed
3.Othercomplementarytherapiesusedby
naturopathsareidentifiedanddescribed
4.Traditionallyusedmethodsofhealingare
identifiedanddescribed
5.Naturopathicassessmenttechniquesare
identifiedanddescribed
1.Developknowledgeofcomplementarytherapies
2.Principlesandpracticesofotherhealingsystems
areidentifiedanddescribed
3.Informationonothercomplementarytherapies
isprovided
4.Relationshipbetweentherapiesisidentified
arediscussedwiththeclient/patient
1.Representnaturopathicframeworktothe
community
2.Practicesandprinciplesofnaturopathycanbe
explainedinaneasilyunderstoodwayinaoneon
oneandgroupsetting
3.Inquiriesareclarifiedandappropriate
informationisprovided
4.Requestsforclient/patienttobringrelevantdata
totheconsultationaremade
5.Alternativesourcesofinformation/advice
1.Workwithinclinicandregulationguidelines
2.Clinicpracticeguidelinesareaccessedand
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followed
3.Legalandregulatoryguidelinesareaccessedand
followed
4.Relevantdocumentationisundertaken
RANGEOFVARIABLES
DefinitionofNaturopathyis:
Centralphilosophiesofnaturopathyare:
Naturopathy is a distinct method of healing,

underpinned by a philosophical perspective
which recognizes that all living forms possess a
selfregulatory, inherent ability for selfhealing.
Thisinherentability,orvitalforce,operatesinan
intelligent, orderly fashion. Naturopathic
approaches to health care are aimed at
supportingandenhancingthebodysownability
tohealitself.
PrimumNonNocere(Firstdonoharm)
Vismedicattrixnaturae(thehealingpowerof
nature)
Tollecausam(identifyandtreatthecause)
Docere(doctorasteacher)
Treatthewholeperson
Prevention
Major methods of therapeutic intervention

include:
Herbalmedicine
Homeopathy
Bodyworke.g.massage,reflexology,shiatsu
Acupuncture
Othercomplementarytherapiesmayinclude:
Aromatherapy
Floweressencetherapy
EnergyMedicine(pranichealing,reiki,etc)
Relaxation,CreativeandArtTherapies(music,
movementdance,visualarts)
Bodymindinterventions(prayer,meditation)
Therapiesinwhichthepractitioneristrained
Traditionallyusedmethodsofhealinginclude:
Freshair
Purewater
Fresh,wholefoods
Diettherapy
Detoxification
Herbs
Sunlight
Restandrelaxation
Exercise
Massage
Hydrotherapy
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Hilot
Cupping/Ventosa
Moxibustion
Appropriate
include:
assessment
techniques
may
Observation
Discussion
Vitalsigns(pulse,respiratory,temperature)
Externalphysicalexamination(skin,hair,nails)
Sclerology
Livebloodanalysis
Urinetests
Procedurewhichisconductedaccordingto
legislativeandregulatoryrequirements
Otherhealingsystemsmayinclude:
TraditionalChineseMedicine(TCM)
Ayurveda
Informationonothercomplementarytherapies
mayinclude:
Historicaldevelopment
Currentavailability
Toolsandtechniques
Interactionsbetweendifferenttherapies
Whentherapiesmaybeused
Underpinningphilosophy
Relationshipbetweentherapiesmayinclude:
Contraindicationstotherapeuticintervention
Effectsofonetherapeuticinterventionoveror
withanother
Therapeuticinterventionaccordingtostageof
condition
Inquiriesmayrequireexplanationof:
Durationoftherapeuticintervention
Expectedtherapeuticinterventionoutcomes
Possibleapproachestotherapeuticintervention
Estimatedcostoftherapeuticintervention
Availabilityofhealthfundrebates
Workcovereligibility
Professionalstatusofpractitioner
Availabilityofhomevisits
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Afterhoursservice
Provisionforhospitalvisits
Appropriateinformationmayinclude:
Confirmationofappointmentdateandtime
Cliniclocationanddirections
Costofinitialconsultation
Paymentoptions
Clinicsguidelinesmayinclude:
ClinicalPracticeGuidelines(CPGs)
Purposeormissionstatement
Codeofethicsorpractice
Levelofcompetencyanddegreeofsupervision
Partnership/groupdecisions,agreedpractice
Legalandregulatoryguidelinesmayinclude:
OccupationalHealthandSafety(OHS)
guidelines
Antidiscriminationlegislation
PrivacyAct
InfectionControlGuidelines
Relevantdocumentationmayinclude:
Natureofinquiry
Client/patientcontactdetails
Recordingofincidents
Appointmentdetails
EVIDENCEGUIDE
demonstratesanunderstandingofunderpinning
valuesandphilosophiesinthenaturopathy
framework
Knowledgeofthephilosophies,principlesand
toolsofnaturopathicpractice
Knowledgeofarangeofalternativeand
complementarytherapies
client/patientinformationneeds
Demonstratedabilitytoprovideclient/patient
withrequiredinformation
Demonstratedabilitytoappropriatelyrecord
detailsofclient/patientinquiriesaccordingto
Demonstratedabilitytoexplainrelevant
productsandservices
Demonstratedcommunicationskillsinaoneon
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oneandgroupsetting
Concurrentassessmentandrelationshipwithother
units:
Workeffectivelyinthehealthindustry
Knowledgeofphilosophicaltraditionof
science/westernmedicine
Knowledgeofsociologyofhealthandthehealth
caresystem
Knowledgeofethicalissuesinnaturalmedicine
Knowledgeofthecurrentpoliticalcontextof
healthcare
Knowledgeofthedynamicinterchangebetween
thephysical,mental,social,environmentaland
spirituallandscape
Knowledgeoftherationalistic,analytical
approachtoanunderstandingofdisease
Knowledgeofthevitalistic,empiricalapproach
tohealth
Knowledgeofthenaturopathicintegrationof
theapproachestohealth
Knowledgeofthequalitative,quantitative,
culturalandtraditionallinesofevidenceusedin
naturopathy
Knowledgeofthephilosophy,principlesand
practicesofotheralternativeand
complementarytherapiesincluding
homeopathy,herbalmedicine,nutritionand
bodywork
Knowledgeoftheprinciplesofnaturopathic
practice:PrimumNonNocere(Firstdono
harm)vismedicatrixnaturae(thehealing
powerofnature)tollecausam(identifyand
treatthecause)docere(doctorasteacher)treat
thewholepersonprevention
Knowledgeofhownaturopathyworkswiththe
conventionalhealthmodel
Communicationskills
instruments
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Skilledassessors
Methodofassessment
Practicaldemonstrationandsimulations
Shorttestsandessays
Thisunitismostappropriatelyassessedinthe
maycontainboththeoreticalandpractical
componentsandexamplesofarangeofclinical
situations.
UNITVPlantheNaturopathictherapeuticinterventionstrategy
UnitDescriptor
Thisunitdescribestheskillsrequiredtopreparefortherapeuticinterventionofclients/patientsandnegotiateatherapeuticintervention
managementplanwiththemusinganaturopathicframework.
ELEMENTS
PERFORMANCECRITERIA
1.Determinetherapeuticinterventionstrategy
2.Appropriatetherapeuticprinciplesoftherapeutic
interventionaredeterminedaccordingto
assessmentofclient/patientandwithintheskillsof
competenceofthepractitioner
3.Contraindicationstotherapeuticintervention
andpossiblecomplicatingfactorsareascertained
andtherapeuticinterventionstrategyusedis
modifiedaccordingtonaturopathicprinciples
4.Therapeuticinterventionandadviceprovidedby
otherhealthcareprofessionalsistakeninto
considerationindeterminingthestrategytobe
usedintherapeuticintervention
5.Therapeuticinterventionstrategyappropriateto
theclient/patientsconditionisselected,supported
onthebasisofestablishednaturopathicpractice
6.Specifictherapeuticinterventionoptionstake
intoconsiderationpossibleclient/patient
complianceissues
1.Discussthetherapeuticinterventionstrategywith
theclient/patient
2.Theproposedtherapeuticinterventionstrategy
isdiscussedwiththeclient/patient
3.Sufficienttimeisallocatedtodiscussthe
therapeuticinterventionstrategy,appropriateto
theclient/patientsneeds
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4.Clientcomplianceisnegotiated
5.Discrepanciesbetweenthepractitionersandthe
client/patientsperceptionoftheconditionare
clarified
6.Anyrelevantinformationfrommedicalor
assessmentreportsiscommunicated,where
appropriate
7.Anyperceivedrisksoftheclient/patients
conditionandtherapeuticinterventionare
explained
8.Responsibilitiesofpractitionerand
client/patientwithinthetherapeuticintervention
planareclarified
9.Managementofselectedtherapeuticintervention
inrelationtoanyothercurrenttherapiesis
negotiated
10.Therapeuticinterventionevaluationstrategies
arediscussed
RANGEOFVARIABLES
Contraindicationstotherapeuticinterventionand
possiblecomplicatingfactorsmayinclude:
Acutesurgicalandmedicalconditionssuchas
cardiacarrest,acutehypovolaemicshock,
paralyticileusandlossofconsciousness
Traumaticinjuriesorconditionsrequiring
immediatemedicalattention
Lifethreateningsituations
Personalorlifecircumstances
Abilityorwillingnesstocomplywiththerapeutic
intervention
Allergies/sensitivities
Pasttherapeuticinterventionhistory
Currentconditions/diseasestate
Currentmedications/therapeuticinterventions
Contraindicationsforuseofcertainexcipients
andbases
Therapeuticinterventionsmayinclude:
Herbalmedicine
Homeopathy
Bodyworkeg.Massage,reflexology,shiatsu
Acupuncture
Client/patientcompliancerefersto:
Abilitytofollowinstructionsorsuggestions
Willingnesstofollowinstructionsorsuggestions
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Discrepanciesmayinclude:
Client/patientisunawareoftheimmediate
dangeroftheircondition
Client/patientisoveranxiousabouttheir
condition
Client/patientisunawareofmaintainingcauses
actingontheircondition
Practitionerisunawareofsomeimplicationsof
theclient/patientscondition
Practitionerandclient/patienthaveadifferent
viewofwhatthemainproblemis
Practitionerresponsibilitiesmayinclude:
Followinginstructions/adviceduringandpost
Advisingclients/patientsofanyrelevant
contraindicationsorpotentialcomplicationsto
therapy
Advisingclients/patientsofcomplianceissues
Commitmenttothetherapeuticplan
Therapeuticinterventionevaluationstrategies
mayinclude:
Discussingandreviewingofresponseto
Reviewingachievementoftherapeutic
intervention
Monitoringtimeframeforachieving
therapeuticinterventiongoals
EVIDENCEGUIDE
Demonstratedabilitytoidentifytherapeutic
interventionoptionsandestablishtherapeutic
interventionregimen
Demonstratedabilitytopreparetherapeutic
interventionplans
Demonstratedabilitytounderstandanddiscuss
medicalreportsandotherdatarelevanttothe
healthconditions
Knowledgeofremedies/therapeutic
interventionsanddosagesusedtoheal
particularhealthconditions
Demonstratedabilitytoprescribe
remedies/therapeuticinterventionsaccordingto
thetimeframeappropriatetotheclient/patient
conditionandtheremedies/therapeutic
interventionsselected,andtothedosage
recommendedfortheclient/patientagegroup
Demonstratedabilitytoselectdietaryregimen
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forspecificconditions
Knowledgeoflegalandethicalconsiderationsin
treatingclientswithremedies/therapeutic
interventions
Knowledgeoflifestylefactorsrelevantto
therapeuticinterventionofspecifichealth
conditions
Demonstratedconsiderationoftheimpactof
client/patientvitalityonselected
remedies/therapeuticinterventions
Knowledgeofpossibleobstaclestohealing
Knowledgeofcommunityresourcesandsupport
services
Demonstratedcommunicationandnegotiation
skills
Demonstratedabilitytoprovideadvice
units:
Workwithinanaturopathicframework
Applyassessmentframework
Knowledgeofcommonhealthconditionsand
functionalproblemsofeachbodilysystem
Knowledgeoftheprinciplesandpracticeof
healingcommonconditions
Knowledgeoftheactiveprinciplesofthe
remedies/therapeuticinterventionsusedfor
eachcondition/system
Knowledgeoftheprinciplesofformulation
includingdosageanddurationoftherapeutic
intervention
Knowledgeofsupplementarymeasuresinthe
managementofthecondition/system(dietary
considerations,exercise)
Abilitytoapplymethodsofmanagingthe
healingprocessofeachsystemusing
naturopathicremedies/therapeutic
interventions
Knowledgeofthederivationofthemateria
medicafromprovings,clinicalandtoxicological
sources
Knowledgeofmajorremedieswithrespectto
theiruseforgeneralsymptoms,psychological
andphysiologicalindications
Knowledgeofminorremediesinrespecttotheir
mostimportantindications
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Knowledgeofgroupsofremediesandhowto
distinguishbetweenthem
Knowledgeoftheclinicalindicationsof
remediesrelevanttospecificcircumstances
infectiousdiseases,FirstAidandinjuries
Knowledgeoftheinteractionof
remedies/therapeuticinterventionswithfoods,
herbs,nutritionalsupplementsanddrugs
Knowledgeofpharmacology
Awarenessofallopathicdrugs,their
classifications,usageandsideeffectsand
adversereaction
Advancedknowledgeofmedicalterminology
Knowledgeofpharmacokineticsdrug
administration,absorption,distribution,
metabolismandexcretion
Knowledgeofpharmacodynamicsandthe
theoryofdrugaction,factorsmodifyingdrug
effectanddosage,drugtoxicityandtoxicology
Knowledgeofdrugabusesigns,consequences,
therapeuticintervention,communityresources
available
Knowledgeofdrugsusedinpregnancyand
breastfeeding
Knowledgeofdrugsusedtotreatdisordersof
eachsystemofthebody
Knowledgeofmedicalreportsanddiagnostic
procedures
Knowledgeofthepossibleresponsesand
contraindicationstotherapeuticinterventions
Knowledgeofdruginteractions
Knowledgeofpathogenesisofthe
administered
Abilitytoaccessandunderstandreference
materialoftheeffectsofcurrentconventional
drugtherapiesandtheirwithdrawal
Abilitytoaccessandinterpretuptodate
information
Knowledgeandunderstandingofmethodsof
preparingtherapeuticinterventionand
managementplans
Knowledgeofthecorrectpreparationsrequired
forspecifictherapeuticintervention
Interpersonalandquestioningskills
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Documentedprocesstoenabletheaccessand
interpretationofuptodateinformation
Relevantassessmentinstruments
Skilledassessors
Methodofassessment
Practicaldemonstration
Simulations
Explanationsforplanpreparations
Practicalassignments
Written,multiplechoiceorshortanswertests
Observationinapracticalsetting
Researchwork
componentsandexamplescoveringarangeof
clinicalsituations.
UNITVI.ProvidetheNaturopathictherapeuticintervention
UnitDescriptor
Thisunitdescribestheskillsrequiredtoadministerclient/patientaccordingtoanaturopathicframework.
ELEMENT
PERFORMANCECRITERIA
1.Managetherapeuticintervention
2.Factorswhichmayinterferewiththe
effectivenessofthetherapeutic
interventionareexplained
3.Modeofadministrationand
managementofthetherapeutic
interventionareexplainedtothe
client/patient
4.Client/patientisrequestedto
monitorreactionsandcontact
practitionerarerequired
5.Consentfortherapeuticintervention
isensured
6.Reactionstotherapeutic
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intervention(adverseorotherwise)
arerecognizedandpromptly
respondedto,ifnecessary
7.Time,locationandcontentoffuture
sessionsareclearlyexplainedtothe
client/patient
8.Recommendationsarefully
documented
9.Therapeuticinterventionis
providedaccordingtothetherapeutic
interventionplan
1.Applytherapeutictechniques
2.Therapeuticintervention/remedies
areapplied,recommended,dispensed
orprescribed
3.Therapeuticinterventionis
deliveredaccordingtoregulations
4.Otherhealthcareprofessionalsare
referredtoorcollaboratedwith,as
required
1.Advisetheclient/patient
2.Theclient/patientiseducatedin
relevantandpracticaltechniquesfor
promotionandmaintenanceof
optimumhealth
3.Client/patientqueriesareanswered
withclarity,usingappropriate
language
4.Appropriateinterpersonalskillsare
usedwhenexplainingtherapeutic
interventionplansand
recommendationstotheclient/patient
5.Client/patientindependenceand
responsibilityintherapeutic
interventionarepromotedwherever
possible
6.Counsellingwithinnaturopathic
frameworkisprovided,when
appropriate
1.Reviewtherapeuticintervention
2.Progressisreviewedwiththe
client/patient
3.Effectsofprevioustherapeutic
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interventionareidentifiedand
recorded
4.Previoustherapeuticintervention
planisreviewed
5.Needforongoingand/oradditional
therapeuticinterventionisevaluated
6.Changestotheplanarenegotiated
withtheclient/patienttoensure
optimaloutcomes
RANGEOFVARIABLES
Factorswhichinterferewiththeeffectivenessof
therapeuticinterventionmayinclude:
Othermedicaltherapeuticinterventionbeing
undertaken
Client/patientsphysicalandpsychological
readinessand/orwellness
Culturalfactors
Posttherapeuticinterventionactivity
Modeofadministrationmaybe:
Oral
Topical
Inhaled
Responsestoreactionsmayinclude:
Adjustingtherapeuticinterventionaccordingly
Seekingappropriateexpertise
Discussingreactionwiththeclient/patient
Adherencetoclinicguidelinesforresponseto
accidentsandemergencies
UsingFirstAidproceduresaccordingto
PhilippineNationalRedCrossorother
appropriateFirstAidtrainingInstitutions
Accessinglocalemergencyservices
Consentfortherapeuticinterventionrefersto:
Informedconsentaccordingtothelocaland
nationalregulationsandlegalguidelines
Regulationsmayinclude:
Hygieneandinfectioncontrolregulations
regulations
Clinicorprofessionalpracticeguidelines
Complyingwithnationallegislationinthe
practiceofnaturopathy
Advisetheclient/patientrefersto:
Providingrelevantliteratureorinformation
materials
Referringclient/patienttootherinformation
sources
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Providingadviceregardingselfcare
Advisingclient/patientofsuggestedresources
Providingofdetailswhichhelptofullyinform
patient/clientofrelevantinformation
Providingofreferralstootherhealth
professionals
Availabilityofproductsrequiredorsuggested
fortherapeuticintervention
Practicaltechniquesthatpromoteandmaintain
optimalhealthmayinclude:
Nutritionaladvice
Adviceonlifestylemodification
Excercisesuggestions
Stressmanagementtechniques
EVIDENCEGUIDE
Therapeuticinterventionplansareimplementedto
achieveoptimalhealthandrehabilitation,orto
improvequalityoflife.Theseinvolve:
Appropriatepreparationoftheclient/patient
Therapeuticinterventionofarangeofhealth
conditions
Incorporationofthephilosophiesandbeliefsof
thepracticeofnaturopathy
Demonstrationoftheapplicationofcommonly
usedtherapeuticinterventionpractices
Provisionoftherapeuticinterventionin
accordancewiththeindividual,thecondition
andthepresenceofcomplicatingfactors
Provisionofthesafest,mostefficaciousandcost
effectivetherapeuticinterventionmethod
Useofhealth/nutritionadvicewithin
naturopathicconsultationasanaidto
accordancewiththeinterventionplan
Completedocumentationofall
recommendationsandclient/patientresponses
Reviewoftherapeuticinterventionplan
Demonstratedinterpersonalskills
units:
Workeffectivelywithinthehealthindustry
Prepareanddispenseherbalmedicines
Homeopathyinanaturopathicframework
Prepareanddispensehomeopathicmedicines
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functionalproblemsofeachbodilysystemand
theprinciplesandpracticeofmanagingeach
system/condition
Knowledgeoftheactiveprinciplesofthemain
naturopathicremedies/therapeutic
interventionsusedforeachsystem/condition
(includingdosageanddurationoftherapeutic
intervention)
managementofconditions(dietary
Abilitytoapplymethodsofmanagingthehealth
conditionofeachsystemusingnaturopathic
Knowledgeofhowtoselectbest
remedies/therapeuticinterventionswithinbest
currentpractice
Knowledgeofhowtocorrectlyprepareand
dispensenaturopathicremedies/therapeutic
interventions
Knowledgeoftheroleofnutritioninhealthand
abilitytodeterminethenutritionalanddietary
needsofaclient/patient
Knowledgeoftheprocessofdigestion,
absorptionandmetabolism
Knowledgeandunderstandingofthe
componentsoffoodanddietarysupplements
Knowledgeoftheappropriatedietary
therapeuticinterventionofcommonhealth
conditions
Knowledgeoftypesofdiets(omnivore,
vegetarian,lactovegetarian,vegan,fruitarian,
zenmacrobiotic)
Knowledgeofmedicalreportsandassessment
procedures
Knowledgeofthepossibleresponsesto
therapeuticinterventions
Knowledgeofcontraindicationsoftherapeutic
intervention
Knowledgeofdruginteractions
Knowledgeofthepathogenesisofthe
administered
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Abilitytoaccessreferencematerialsonthe
effectsofcurrentconventionaldrugtherapies
andtheirwithdrawal
managementplans
todateinformation
instruments
Skilledassessors
Methodofassessment
Simulations
Explanationsoftechnique
clinicalsituations.
UNITVIIProvidetheHerbalMedicinetherapeuticintervention
UnitDescriptor
Thisunitdescribestheskillsrequiredtoadministerclient/patienttherapeuticinterventionaccordingtoanaturopathicframework.
ELEMENT
PERFORMANCECRITERIA
effectivenessofthetherapeuticinterventionare
explained
3.Modeofadministrationandmanagementofthe
therapeuticinterventionareexplainedtothe
client/patient
4.Client/patientisrequestedtomonitorreactions
andcontactpractitionerasrequired
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5.Consentfortherapeuticinterventionisensured
6.Reactions(adverseorotherwise)totherapeutic
interventionarerecognizedandpromptly
respondedto,ifnecessary
7.Time,locationandcontentoffuturesessionsare
clearlyexplainedtotheclient/patient
8.Recommendationsarefullydocumented
9.Therapeuticinterventionisprovidedaccording
tothetherapeuticinterventionplan
1.Applytherapeutictehniques
2.Herbalmedicines,extemporaneous
preparations,herbalplasters,poulticxes,ointments
orothertopicalapplicationsareapplied,
recommended,dispensedorprescribed
3.Therapeuticinterventionisdeliveredaccording
toregulations
4.Otherhealthcareprofessionalsarereferredtoor
collaboratedwithasrequired
1.Advisetheclient
2.Theclient/patientiseducatedinrelevantand
practicaltechniquesforpromotionand
maintenanceofoptimumhealth
3.Client/patientqueriesareansweredwithclarity,
usingappropriatelanguage
4.Appropriateinterpersonalskillsareusedwhen
explainingtherapeuticinterventionplansand
5.Client/patientindependenceandresponsibilityin
therapeuticinterventionarepromotedwherever
possible
6.Counsellingwithinaherbalmedicineframework
isprovidedwhenappropriate
2.Progressisreviewedwiththeclient/patient
3.Effectsofprevioustherapeuticinterventionare
identifiedandrecorded
4.Previoustherapeuticinterventionplanis
reviewed
5.Needforongoingand/oradditionaltherapeutic
interventionisevaluated
6.Changestotheplanarenegotiatedwiththe
client/patienttoensureoptimaloutcomes
RANGEOFVARIABLES
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undertaken
Culturalfactors
Modeofadministrationmaybe:
Oral
Topical
Inhaled
Adheringtoclinicguidelinesforresponseto
UsingFirstAidproceduresaccordingto
appropriateFirstAidtraininginstitutions
Hygiene,sanitationandinfectioncontrol
regulations
regulations
Complyingwithnationallegislationpertinentto
naturopathy
materials
sources
Providingadviseregardingselfcare
Providingofdetailswhichhelptofullyinform
professionals
Practicaltechniquesthatpromoteandmaintain
optimalhealthmayinclude:
Nutritionaladvice/counselling
Adviceonlifestylemodification
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Exercisesuggestions
EVIDENCEGUIDE
Criticalaspectsofevidence
Therapeuticinterventionplansareimplementedto
achieveoptimalhealth,rehabilitation,orto
Appropriatepreparationoftheclient/patient
Therapeuticinterventionofarangeofhealth
conditions
Incorporationofthephilosophiesofthepractice
ofherbalmedicine
Demonstrationoftheapplicationofcommonly
usedtherapeuticinterventionpractices
accordancewiththeindividual,thecondition
andthepresenceofcomplicatingfactors
Provisionofthesafest,mostefficientandcost
effectivetherapeuticinterventionmethod
Understandingofthefunctionand
contraindicationsofeachherbdispensed
Theuseofcounselingwithinherbalmedicine
consultationasanaidtotherapeutic
intervention
accordancewiththetherapeuticintervention
plan
recommendationsandclient/patientresponses
Concurrrentassessmentandrelationshipwith
otherunits:
Prepareanddispenseherbalmedicines
functionalproblemsofeachbodilysystemand
theprinciplesandpracticeofmanagingeach
system/condition
Knowledgeoftheactiveprinciplesofthemain
herbalmedicinesusedforeach
system/condition
intervention)
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managementoftheconditions(dietary
Abilitytoapplymethodsofthehealth
conditionsofeachsystemusingherbalmedicine
Knowledgeofhowtoselectbesttherapeutic
intervention/medicinewithinbestcurrent
practice
dispenseherbalmedicines
Knowledgeofmedicalreportsandassessment
procedures
Knowledgeofpossibleresponsestotherapeutic
interventions
Knowledgeofcontraindications,adverse
reactions,drugherbinteractions
Abilitytoaccessreferencematerialonthe
andtheirwithdrawal
Knowledgeofthefunctionandcontra
indicationsofeachherbdispensed
managementplans
Knowledgeofdosageprinciples
todateinformationonhealthpracticesand
medicines
instruments
Skilledassessors
Methodofassessment
Simulations
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clinicalsituations
UNITVIIIProvideNaturopathicnutritionaltherapeuticintervention
UnitDescriptor
Thisunitdescribestheskillsrequiredtoprovidenaturopathicadviceondietarymodificationandnutritionalsupplementsaccordingtoanaturopathic
framework
ELEMENT
PERFORMANCECRITERIA
2.Theuseofdietarymodificationandmanagement
ofthetherapeuticinterventionareexplainedtothe
client/patient
3.Client/patientisrequestedtomonitorreactions
andcontraindicationsareidentified
5.Reactionstotherapeuticintervention(adverseor
otherwise)arerecognizedandpromptlyresponded
to,ifnecessary
6.Time,locationandpurposeoffuturesessionsare
8.Therapeuticinterventionisprovidedaccording
tothetherapeuticinterventionplan
1.Applytherapeutictechniques
1.Determinetheappropriatenessofdietary
modificationand/ornutritionalsupplementation
2.Identifyandmanagethetherapeuticintervention
offoodallergies/foodsensitivities
3.Evaluatetheinfluenceofenvironmentaland
otherfactorsonnutritionalstatus
4.Careistakentoevaluateculturalbarriersto
dietarymodificationand/orsupplement
prescription
5.Delivertherapeuticinterventionaccordingto
regulations
6.Refertoorcollaboratewithotherhealthcare
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professionalsasrequired
1.Advisetheclient
1.Client/patientiseducatedinrelevantand
maintenanceofoptimumhealth,whichinclude
dietaryandlifestylemodification
usingappropriatelanguage
4.Client/patientindependenceandresponsibility
intherapeuticinterventionarepromotedwherever
possible
5.Dietaryadvicewithinanutritionalframeworkis
providedwhenappropriate
1.Progressisreviewedwiththeclient/patient
reviewed
RANGEOFVARIABLES
Age
Culturalfactors
undertaken
Malabsorption
Dietarymodificationmayinclude
Exclusionofsomefoodsorfoodgroupings
Inclusionofsomefoodsorfoodgroupings
Increasedconsumptionofsomefoodsorfood
groupings
Decreasedconsumptionofsomefoodsorfood
groupings
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Inclusionofnutritionalsupplements
mayinclude:
Pregnancyandbreastfeeding
Drugnutrientandnutrientnutrientinteractions
Knownallergies
Specificillnessesandconditions
undertaken
UsingfirstAidproceduresaccordingto
appropriateFirstAidtraininginstitutions
Nutritionalandsupplementationmayinclude:
Vitamins
Minerals
Aminoacids
Omegaoils
Celloids
Tissuesalts
Othernutritionalextractsorsubstances
Environmentalfactorsmayinclude:
Foodadditives
intentional
nonintentional
Foodcontamination(microbiological)
Pollution
Otherfactorsmayinclude:
Pharmaceuticaldrugs
Selfprescribedmedication
Cultural
Dentalproblems
Foodcravings
Foodaversions
Foodpreparationtechniques
Age
Specialdietaryneedse.g,acquiredandgenetic
conditions
Culturalbarriersmayinclude:
Religiousrestrictions
Dietarychoicese.g.,vegetarian,vegan
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Hygiene,sanitationandinfectioncontrol
regulations
regulations
Complyingwithstateornationallegislationin
thepracticeofnaturopathy
materials
sources
Providingdetailswhichhelptofullyinform
Providingreferralstootherhealthprofessionals
Relevantandpracticaltechniquesthatpromote
andmaintainoptimalhealthmayinclude:
Exercisesuggestions
Lifestylemodificationmayinvolve:
Useofalcoholconsumption
Useoftobaccoconsumption
Useofsocial/recreationaldrugs
Livingarrangements
Workingconditions
EVIDENCEGUIDE
Therapeuticinterventionplansareimplemented
toachieveoptimalhealth,rehabilitation,orto
Demonstratedabilitytoassessnutritional
needsaccordingtonaturopathicprinciples
Appropriatepreparationoftheclient
/patientfortherapeuticintervention
Therapeuticinterventionofarangeof
healthconditions
Incorporationofthephilosophiesand
beliefsofthepracticeofnaturopathy
Demonstrationoftheapplicationof
commonlyusedtherapeuticintervention
practices
accordancewiththeindividual,the
conditionandthepresenceofcomplicating
factors
Provisionofthesafest,mostefficacious
andcosteffectivetherapeuticintervention
method
Theuseofcounsellingwithinthe
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nutritionalconsultationasanaidto
accordancewiththetherapeutic
interventionplan
recommendationsandclient/patient
responses
Demonstratedabilitytodesignandimplement
dietarymodificationsinmanneracceptableto
theclient/patient
Demonstratedabilitytoassessthecomponents
offoodfoundincommondiets
Demonstratedabilitytoadviseonnutritional
suplementsanddeterminethemost
appropriatesupplementation
units:
Providethetherapeuticintervention
thefunctionalproblemsofeachbodilysystem,
andtheprinciplesandpracticeoftreatingeach
system/condition
Knowledgeofnaturopathicnutritionalstatus
assessmentmethods
Knowledgeofappropriatedosagelevelsof
nutritionalsupplementsincludingthedifference
betweendietaryreplacementlevelsand
pharmacologicdosageranges
Knowledgeofthemainnutritionalsupplements
usedforeachsystem/condition
Knowledgeoffoodclassifications,categories
andcompositionincludinggrains,legumes,
pulses,meat,fish,eggsandproteinalternatives,
dairyfoods,fruitandvegetables,nutsandseeds
Knowledgeoffoodscontainingmacronutrients
andmicronutrients,vitaminsandminerals,
carbohydrates,fatsandproteins
Knowledgeofbioavailabilityofnutritional
supplements
Knowledgeofthecomponentsofcommondiets
Knowledgeofcurrentnationalhealthand
medicalresearchcouncilrecommendationsfor
healthydiets
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Knowledgeofdietconstructionwithregardto
preventiveapproachestohealth
Knowledgeoftherequirementsoftheindividual
withinadietprogram
Knowledgeofnutrienttypes
Demonstratedabilitytoidentifyfoods
containingvariousnutrients
Knowledgeoffoodscontainingcarbohydrates,
fats,proteins,vitamins,mineralsand
phytonutrients
Abilitytoidentifyfoodsdeficientinnutrients
Knowledgeoftheprocess,anatomicalstructure
andphysiologyofdigestion
Knowledgeofthefunctionoffiberinthebody
Knowledgeofaminoacids(essentialandnon
essential)
Knowledgeoffibrousandplantproteins
Knowledgeofbasicbiochemistryasitrelatesto
dietandnutrition
Knowledgeoftypesofdiets(omnivore,
vegetarian,lactovegetarian,vegan,fruitarian,
zenmacrobiotic),milkcategoriesandprocessed
foods
Knowledgeofeatingpatterns,foodsaffecting
themindandmoods,foodlabelling,food
additives,preservativesandcolouring
Knowledgeoftypesoftestsavailableto
nutritionists
(includingdosage,dosageform,bioavailability
anddurationoftherapeuticintervention)
managementofconditions(lifestyle
considerations,othermodalitiesoftherapeutic
intervention)
Abilitytoapplymethodsoftreatingand
managingthediseaseprocessofeachsystem
usingnutrition
Knowledgeofhowtoselectthebesttherapeutic
practice
procedures
Knowledgeofculturalrestrictionsondietand
nutritionalsupplementatione.g.gelatinin
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capsules
(includingdosage,dosageform,anddurationof
therapeuticintervention)
managementofconditions(lifestyle
considerations,othermodalitiesoftherapeutic
intervention)
dispensenutritionalsupplements
Knowledgeofstandardsnutritional
requirementsforarangeoflifecyclestagesand
humanconditionse.g.pregnancy,healthand
fitness
Knowledgeofthepotentialimpactof
supplementationonthehealthcondition,
includingpreventiveaction
Knowledgeofadverseeffectsassociatedwith
nutritionalsupplementation
Knowledgeofcontraindicationsoftherapeutic
intervention
Knowledgeofdrugnutrientandnutrient
nutrientinteractions
andtheirwithdrawal
managementplans
todateinformation
Relevantpaperbased/videoassessmenttools
Skilledassessors
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Methodofassessment
Simulationsexplanationsoftechnique
Thisunitcanbeassessedintheworkplaceorina
simulatedworkplaceandunderthenormalrangeof
workconditions.Assessmentmaycontain
theoreticalandpracticalcomponentsandexamples
coveringarangeofclinicalsituations.
UNITVIIIAApplyliteratureresearchfindingstoclinicalnutritionalpractice
UnitDescriptor
Thisunitdescribestheskillsrequiredtosourceandevaluaterelevantinformationandapplyfindingstoclinicalnutritionalpractice.Thisunitrequires
highlevelknowledgeofnutritionanditseffectonawiderangeofcomplexhealthconditions.
ELEMENT
PERFORMANCECRITERIA
1.Manageinformationneeds
2.currencyofinformationisassessed
3.clinicalinformationneedsaredefined
4.informationfindingsarerecorded
1.Accessinformation
2.Contemporaryprimaryandsecondarysources
ofinformationareidentified
3.Establishedsourcesofinformationareidentified
4.Informationiscollectedandcollated
1.Evaluateinformation
2.Primaryandsecondarysourcesofinformation
arecomparedandcontrasted
3.Relevanceofinformationtoclinicaltherapeutic
interventionstrategywithinacomplementaryand
alternativehealthframeworkisestablished
4.Relevantinformationisculledandprioritized
5.Informationfindingsarecorrelatedwithclinical
presentation
1.Applyinformationtotherapeuticintervention
strategy
2.Integrateinformationfindingswithexisting
therapeuticinterventionstrategy
3.Implementrelevantfindingsintoclinical
nutritionpractice
RANGEOFVARIABLES
Clinicalinformationneeds:
Informationonpathologyofspecific
conditions/diseases
Informationonlatesttherapeuticintervention
pathologyoptionsforspecific
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conditions/diseases
Researchdataontherapeuticintervention,
symptoms,nutritionalsupplements
Clinicalinformationtoassistinmeetingspecific
client/patienthealthoutcomes
Primaryinformationsources:
Internet
Medicaljournals
Nutritionaljournals
Libraries
Researchinstitutions
Referencebooks
Relevanttexts
Secondaryinformationsources:
Otherjournals
Abstracts
Popularmedia
Conferences
Presentations
Establishedinformationsources:
Clinicaltexts
Referenceworks
Recognizedteachings
Evaluaterefersto:
Establishthevalidityandcredibility
Establishrelevancetomeetinginformation
needs
Assessthelevelofindustryrecognition
Assessusefulness
Checkreferences
Implementrefersto:
Includenewfindingsinclinicaltherapeutic
interventionstrategies
Useinformationtoreassesstherapeutic
interventionplans
EVIDENCEGUIDE
Criticalaspectsofevidence
demonstratesanabilitytoapplythe
underpinningvaluesandphilosophiesof
naturopathywithinclinicalpractice
Demonstratedabilitytoidentifyandplanto
meetinformationneeds
Demonstratedabilitytoidentifyandaccessa
rangeofprimary,secondary,newand
establishedinformationsources
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todateinformation
Demonstratedabilitytoprioritizeusefulnessof
informationtotherapeuticinterventionof
specificcases
Abilitytoaccessandcriticallyevaluatereference
materialontheeffectsofcurrentconventional
Demonstratedabilitytoidentifyandaccess
relevantreferenceworksandinformation
sources
detailsofinformationfindings
units:
Thisunitmustbeundertakenafterthe
completionoftheunit:Providenaturopathic
nutritionaltherapeuticintervention(UnitVIII)
Providethenaturopathictherapeutic
intervention
Abilitytointerpretcommonterminologyusedin
statisticalanalysis
Abilitytorecognizestatisticalterminologyand
understandthesignificanceofcommon
statisticalanalysis
Knowledgeofuptodateinformationon
nutrtionalresearch
Abilitytoextrapolatecasestudyinformationto
newcases
Knowledgeofresearchpriorities
Knowledgeofresearchissuesandtheiruses
Abilitytocriticallyevaluateresearch
Knowledgeofrelevantreferenceworksand
informationsources
Abilitytocommunicateinformationthrough
writtenorverbalmedia
Relevanttexts,nutritionalmanualsorresearch
papers
Relevantjournals
instruments
Accesstointernetoronlineresearch
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information
Skilledassessors
Methodofassessment
Oralquestioning
Presentationsanddiscussion
Presentationofresearchreviewresults
Writtenquestioning
Contextofassessment
Thisunitiscanbeassessedintheworkplace,ina
classroomsettingorinadistancelearningcontext.
Assessmentwillmostlycontaintheoretical
clinicalsituations
UNITVIIIBProvidespecializedNaturopathicnutritionalcare
UnitDescriptor
Thisunitdescribestheskillsrequiredtoprovidespecializednutritionalsupplementsand/orfoodsforthetherapeuticandprophylacticmanagement
ofspecifichealthoutcomes.Thisunitrequireshighlevelknowledgeofnutritionanditseffectonawiderangeofcomplexhealthconditions.
ELEMENT
PERFORMANCECRITERIA
1.Identifynutritionalneedsforspecifichealth
outcomes
2.Existingnutritionalintakeisdetermined
3.Nutritionalneedsareanalyzed
4.Specifichealthoutcomeisidentified
1.Planthespecializedtherapeuticintervention
2.Impactofchangestonutritionalsupplementation
and/orchangestofoodintakeareconsidered
3.Nutritionalapproachtomeetthespecifichealth
outcomeisselected
1.Providethespecializednutritionaltherapeutic
intervention
2.Specializedtherapeuticinterventionplanis
implementedaccordingtothevariouslifestage,
specificclinicalcondition,and/orpersonal
health/fitnessgoals
4.Thestrategyisfullyexplainedtothe
client/patientandallinquiriesrespondedto
1.Managethespecializednutritionaltherapeutic
intervention
2.Factorswhichmayinteferewiththeeffectiveness
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ofthestrategyaretakenintoaccountforeach
dietaryregimeandnutritionalrecommendation
3.Possibletherapeuticinterventionreactionsare
takenintoacountforeachdietaryregimenand
nutritionalrecommendation
4.Contraindicationsaretakenintoaccountfor
eachdietaryregimenandnutritional
recommendation
5.Reactionstotherapeuticintervention(adverseor
otherwise)arerecognizedandpromptlyresponded
toifnecessary
6.Assessmentsandrecommendationsarefully
documented
7.Thetherapeuticinterventionplanisreviewedand
continuingcarenegotiatedwiththeclient/patient
RANGEOFVARIABLES
Nutritionalneedsrefersto:
Needsarisingfromaspecifichealthcondition
Requirementstomeetspecifichealth
outcomesprevention/prophylacticcare
NeedsarisingfromanalysisofAnthropometric
andbiochemicaldata
Specifichealthoutcomemayinclude:
Weightloss
Palliation/prevention/prophylaxisand/or
managmentofspecifichealthconditions
Relieffromspecificsymptoms
SpecializedNutritionaltherapeuticintervention:
Appropriatedosageofnutritionalsupplements
Supplementationthroughfoods
Modificationstoeatingand/orlifestylepatterns
Detoxificationoreliminationregimes
Variouslifestagemayinclude:
Childhood
Adolescence
Maleandfemaleadulthood
Geriatric
Consentfortherapeuticinterventionincludes:
Informedconsentaccordingtolocaland
nationalregulationsandguidelines
Consentfromappropriateadultinthecaseofa
minor
undertaken
Othermedicinaldietaryintervention
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Culturalfactors
Contraindicationstonutritional
supplementationorcertaindietarychanges(ie
modifiedproteinintake)
EVIDENCEGUIDE
Criticalaspectsofevidence:
demonstratesanabilitytoapplythe
underpinningvaluesandprinciplesofclinical
nutritionwithinclinicalpractice
Demonstratedabilitytoidentifyandaccessa
rangeofprimary,secondary,newand
establishedinformationsources
Demonstratedabilitytodeterminethe
nutritionalneedsofclients/patientswith
specifichealthconditionsorhealth/fitnessgoals
informationneeds
detailsofinformationfindings
units:
Thisunittobeundertakenaftercompletionof
theunitprovidenaturopathicnutritional
therapeuticintervention(UnitVIII)
Knowledgeoflesscommondiseasestatesand
functionalproblemsofparticulargroupsin
societywithspecificneedsincluding,butnot
limitedto:infants,children,adolescents,
elderly,periandpostmenopausal,pregnant
andlactatingwomen
Knowledgeandunderstandingofthespecialized
nutritionalneedsofparticulargroupsinsociety
(e.g.infants,children,adolescent,elderly,peri
andpostmenopausal,pregnantandlactating
women,recreationalandelite
athlete/sportspersons)
Knowledgeandunderstandingofscheduled
nutritionalsupplements,includingreasonsfor
scheduling
Knowledgeandunderstandingoftheless
commonnutritionalsupplementsusedforeach
system/condition,includingtheiractive
principlesandbiochemicalmechanismofaction
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Knowledgeofhowtoselectbesttherapeutic
practice
Knowlegeoftheprinciplesofformulation
intervention)
Knowledgeofappropriatechoiceof
supplementsrequiredtoachievespecific
outcomes
managmentofoptimalhealth(e.g.counselling,
lifestyle,exercise)
Knowledgeofcontraindicationstotherapeutic
intervention
Knowledgeofnutrientdrug,fooddrug
interactions
Knowledgeofnutrienttoxicity
Knowledgeofadvancedbiochemistryoffood
andnuttrients
Knowledgeofmetabolicpathwayimbalances
Knowledgeofnutritionalapproachestodisease
managementwithregardtotherapeuticdiets
Knowledgeofpharmacologicalusesanddosages
ofnutritionalsupplements
Knowledgeofbloodanalysisandbiochemical
teststoassessvitaminandminerallevels
KnowledgeofissuessuchasIV(parenteral)
administrationofvitaminsandminerals
Knowledgeofchelationtherapy
Abilitytoidentifyhighriskpatientsinrelationto
riskofcomplications,severityofdisease
process,lifestylefactorsandtheirimpacton
therapeuticinterventionstrategies,timeframe
oftherapeuticintervention,andotherfactors
Knowledgeofdietaryrequirementsfordifferent
culturalandreligiousgroups
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Relevantjournals
instruments
Accesstointernetoronlineresearch
information
Skilledassessors
Methodofassessment
Simulations
clinicalsituations.
UNITHLTNATIXProvideacuteHomeopathictherapeuticintervention
Descriptor
Thisunitdescribestheskillsrequiredtoadministeralimitedrangeofhomeopathicremediesforacuteconditionswithinnaturopathicframework
ELEMENT
PERFORMANCECRITERIA
1.Manageacutetherapeuticinterventionusing
homeopathicremedieswithinanaturopathic
framework
explained
3.Modeofadministrationandmanagementofthe
therapeuticinterventiontotheclient/patientis
explained
4.Client/patientisrequestedtomonitorresponses
6.Homeopathicremediesareprovidedusing
homeopathicassessmenttechniques,withina
7.Responsestotherapeuticinterventionare
recognizedandpromptlyattendedto,ifnecessary
8.Time,locationandpurposeoffuturesessionsare
1.Advisetheclient/patient
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2.Client/patientiseducatedinrelevantand
maintenanceofoptimumhealth
usingtheappropriatelanguage
5.Client/patientindependenceandresponsibilityin
therapeuticinterventionarepromotedwherever
possible
2.Progressisevaluatedwiththeclient/patient
3.Homeopathicquestioningisusedtoconfirm
appropriatenessofhomeopathictherapeutic
interventionandqualityoftherapeuticintervention
response
reviewed
8.Whereconstitutionalprescribingwith
homeopathyisidentifiedasuseful,the
client/patientisreferredtoahomeopath
9.Wherechronicprescribingwithhomeopathyis
identifiedasuseful,theclient/patientisreferredto
ahomeopath
10.HomotoxicologicDetoxificationsDrainagemay
beappliedbyaNaturopathMD/Medical
Naturopath
RANGEOFVARIABLES
Dentalwork
Eatingorsmokingwithintentotwentyminutes
beforeoraftertherapeuticintervention
undertaken
Culturalfactors
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Modeofadministrationmayinclude:
Olfactory
Sublingual
Cutaneous
Viafluidmediumalcoholorwater
Viapillules
Viapowder
Viaplussingmethod
Homeopathicremediesrefersto:
Lowpotencysingleremediesforacute
conditions
Providingahomeopathicremedywithina
naturopathicframeworkrefersto:
Theinfrequentrepetitionofappropriateacute
singleremediesaccordingtothelawofsimilars
Complexes,basedonnaturopathiccasetaking
principles
Homeopathicdiagnostictechniquesrefersto:
Homeopathicacutecasetakingandquestioning
Considerationofindividualisationofthe
prescription
Responsesmayinclude:
Allergy
Intensificationofsymptoms
Cure
Amelioration
Therapeuticaggravation
Nontherapeuticaggravation
Palliation
Suppression
Proving
Noresponse
Attendancetoresponsesmayinclude:
Nochangeintherapeuticintervention
Changeofposology
Referraloftheclient/patienttoahomeopathor
otherhealthcareprovider
Adjustingtherapeuticintervention,ifnecessary
UseofFirstAidproceduresaccordingto
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apropriateFirstAidtraininginstitutions
sources
materials
Providingdetailswhichhelpfullyinform
professionals
Relevantandpracticaltechniquesthatpromote
andmaintainoptimalhealthmayinclude:
Removalofobstaclestocure
Nutritionaladjustments
Exercise
Lifestylemodifications
Homeopathicquestioningincludes:
Presentingsymptoms
Durationofsymptoms
Locationofsymptoms
Sensations
Modalities
Concomitants
Effectsofprevioustherapeuticinterventionmay
include:
Patientisbetter
Patientisworse
Caseisbeingsuppressed
Nochange/wrongremedygiven
Patientisprovingremedy
Newstateisemerging
Diseaseisprogressing
Ongoingand/oradditionaltherapeutic
interventionmayinclude:
Repetitionofthefirstremedy
Changeofpotency
Changeofposology
Changeofremedy
Intercurrentremedy
Waiting
Placebo
Referraltoahomeopath
Achronicconditionmayinclude:
Conditionsoflongerthanapproximatelysix
monthsduration
Conditionsthatarenotselfterminating
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Anacutemanifestationofachronicdisease
EVIDENCEGUIDE
Therapeuticinterventionplansareimplemented
toachieveoptimalhealth,rehabilitation,orto
Therapeuticinterventionofarangeof
acuteconditions
Useofhomeopathicquestioning
Incorporationofthephilosophiesof
homeopathyintonaturopathicpractice
Demonstrationoftheapplicationof
commonlyusedtherapeuticintervention
practices
Therapeuticinterventionaccordingtothe
individual,theconditionandthepresence
ofcomplicatingfactors.Itmustbethe
safest,mostefficaciousmethodthatisalso
costeffectivetothepatient
Provisionofacutehomeopathic
Useofadvice/counsellingasatherapeutic
interventionmethod,wherecompetence
exists
Acaserequiringreferraltoahomeopath,
orotherhealthcareprofessional
Preparationoftheclient/patientfor
therapeuticinterventionaccordingto
naturopathicpractice
recommendationsandclient/patient
responses
Demonstratedabilitytoexplainanyperceived
risksandpossibleremedyresponses
Demonstratedabilitytonegotiatethe
managementoftherapeuticinterventionwith
theclient/patientscurrenttherapies
Demonstratedabilitytoidentifyandanalyze
remedyresponsetoprevioustherapeutic
interventions
Demonstratedabilitytonegotiatestrategiesto
overcomeanyobstaclestocure
Knowledgeoftheroleofhomeopaths,other
complementaryhealthprofessionalsand
supportservices
Demonstratedabilitytoutilizearangeof
repertories
Demonstratedabilitytoutilizeatleasttwoofthe
mostcommonlyusedHomeopathicmateria
medica
units:
Providethenaturopathictherapeutic
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intervention
Thecentralphiliosophiesandbeliefsof
homeopathicpractice,toincludethelawof
similars,theminimumdose,individualisationof
theprescription,singleremedyprescribingand
removalofobstaclestocure
Knowledgeofthesimilaritiesanddifferences
betweennaturopathicandhomeopathic
Abilitytorecognizetheneedforconstitutional
homeopathicprescribing
Knowledgeofadministrationandstorage
proceduresassociatedwithhomeopathic
remedies
Knowledgeoftherapeuticinterventionoptions
otherthanhomeopathic
Abilitytomanagetimethroughoutconsultation
andtherapeuticintervention
Knowledgeoflegalandregulatoryimplications
oftherapeuticintervention
Abilitytouseequipmentandresources
competentlyandsafely
Abilitytocommunicateeffectivelywith
client/patient
procedures
Knowledgeofthepossibleresponsestothe
homeopathicremedy(ies)andcontraindications
totherapeuticintervention
Knowledgeofperceivedrisksandremedy
responses
Knowledgeofthepathogenesisoftheremedies
administered
andtheirwithdrawal
Basicknowledgeofmateriamedica,toinclude
polycrestsandotheracuteremedies
processes
Basicknowledgeofthevariousapproachesto
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prescribingincludingconsiderationof:
Totalityofcharacteristicsymptoms
Keynotecharacteristicsymptom
Centralthemeofaremedy
Constitutionalbasis
Miasmaticindications
Etiology
Useoforganopathics
Prophylacticuse
Ladderlikeprescribing
Tautopathy
Isopathy
Knowledgeofpotencychoices
Knowledgeofcaseanalysisandmanagment
accordingtonaturopathicprinciples
Knowledgeofobstaclestocure
Abilitytoadministermedicines
Knowledgeofthecapabilitiesandlimitationsof
homeopathictherapeuticintervention,withina
Knowledgeofanatomyandphysiologyofthe
bodysystems
Knowledgeofsignsandsymptomsofdisease
anddisorder/dysfunction
Knowledgeofthediseaseprocessandthe
naturalhistoryofdisease
Abilitytoapplydifferentialassessment
Abilitytomanagemedicalemergencies
Knowledgeandunderstandingoftypesof
furtherinvestigationavailable
Knowledgeofthecontributionofthedifferent
schoolsofthoughtandhistoricaltheoriesof
homeopathicclinicalpractice
instruments
Demonstrationmodel/client
Methodofassessment
Simulations
Thisunitismostappropriatelyassessedin
theworkplaceorinasimulatedworkplace
andunderthenormalrangeofwork
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conditions.Assessmentmaycontainboth
theoreticalandpracticalcomponentsand
examplescoveringarangeofclinical
situations.
UNITXPrepareanddispenseHerbalandTraditionalMedicineandHealth
Supplements
Unitdescriptor
Thisunitdescribestheskillsrequiredtoprepareanddispenseherbalandtraditionalmedicineandhealthsupplements.Thepreparationand
dispensingofsaidherbalandhealthsupplementsshouldbedonebyapharmacist.(Note:RefertoPharmacyLaw)
ELEMENT
PERFORMANCECRITERIA
1.Recognizecommonherbsandnutritional
ingredientsforuseinindividualprescriptions
2.Commonherbsareidentifiedintheirnatural
habitat
3.Commonherbsareidentifiedintheirdriedform
4.Nutritionalingredientsareidentified
1.Prepareherbalandnutritionalmedicines
2.Pharmaceuticalingredientsandequipmentare
identifiedandprepared
3.Medicineispreparedaccordingtotheguidelines
andmethodologyofthemodality
4.Medicineispreparedaccordingtoclinicpractice
guidelines
5.Careisdonetopreventcontaminationofthe
medicine
6.Medicineislabelledandstoredcorrectly
1.Dispensethemedicine
2.Dispensingingredientsandequipmentare
identifiedandprepared
3.Requiredherbalmedicineisdispensedinthe
formandquantitystipulatedbythe
prescription/order
4.Careisdonetopreventcontaminationofthe
medicine
5.Medicineislabelledcorrectly
6.Instructionsfortakingthemedicinesare
providedtotheclient/patient
7.Factorswhichhaveaneffectonstorageare
8.Medicineisdispensedaccordingtoclinicpractice
guidelines
1.Controlstock
2.Requiredmaterialsareobtainedfromacceptable
sources
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3.Thepharmacyiskeptwellstockedaccordingto
4.Factorswhichhaveaneffectonstorageare
identified
5.Materialsarestoredaccordingtoclinicpractice
guidelines
6.Analcoholregisterismaintainedaccordingto
governmentregulations
1.CompleteDocumentation
2.Workplaceinformationisrecordedinthe
appropriateformat
3.Materialsarelabelledcorrectly
RANGEOFVARIABLES
Commonherbsmeanatleast100herbswhich
mustincludebutarenotlimitedto:
(SeeattachedlistofcommonPhilippineherbs)
Achilleamillefolium
Alliumsativum
Altheaofficinalis
Angelicaarchangelica
Apiumgraveolens
Arnicamontana
Avenasativa
Calendulaofficinalis
Capsellabursapastoris
Crataegusmonogynaand/oroxycanthoides
Filipendulaulmaria
Foeniculumvulgare
Galiumaparine
Hypericumperforatum
Inulahelenium
Lavandulaangustifolia
Matricariarecutita
Menthaxpiperita
Plantagolanceolata
Rosmarinusofficinalis
Rubeusidaeus
Rumexcrispus
Salviaofficinalis
Sambucusnigra
Silybummarianum
Stellariamedia
Taraxacumofficinale
Thymusvulgaris
Urticadioica
Verbascumthapsus
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Commonherbsmustincludeaminimumof3
herbsfromeachspecificactioncategoryie
Anodyne
Adaptogen
Alterative
Analgesic
Antihelmentic
Antiinfective
Antiinflammatory
Antiseptic
Antispasmodic
Antitussive
Antiviral
Aperient
Aphrodisiac
Astringent
Bitter
Cardioactive
Carminative
Cholagogue
Circulatorystimulant
Demulcent
Diaphoretic
Diuretic
Eliminative
Emetic
Emmenagogue
Expectorant
Febrifuge
Galactogogue
Hepatic
Laxative
Nervine
Relaxant
Rubefacient
Sedative
Stimulant
Stomachic
Tonic
Vasodilator
Vermifuge
Vulnerary
Nutritionalingredientsmayinclude:
Vitamins
Minerals
Aminoacids
Omegaoils
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Celloids
Tissuesalts
Othernutritionalextractsorsubstances
Pharmaceuticalingredientsandequipmentmay
includebutarenotlimitedto:
Variousraworpreparedherbs
Nutritionalsupplements
Differentextractionmediumwhichmay
include:
Water
Vinegar
Wine
Alcohol
Ether
Glycerol
Oil
Lactosepowderorglobules
Medicatingalcohol
Distilledwater
Mortarandpestle
Cleancontainers
Measuringinstruments
Percolator,pressandblender
Containers
Scoops
Labels
Protectiveclothing
Guidelinesandmethodologyrefersto:
Publishedmethodologyinpeerreviewed
literatureand/orofficialpharmacopoeia
whereappropriate
Methodologyasdescribedinwritingbythe
prescribingpractitioner
Legalrestrictions
Therapeuticgoodsactandregulations
Healthandsafetylabellingrequirements
Methodologyspecifictopreparingnutritional
supplementsandmedicines
Dispensingingredientsandequipmentmay
includebutisnotlimitedto:
Variousraworpreparedherbs
Nutritionalsupplements
Measuringinstruments
Containers
Scoops
Labels
Protectiveclothing
Theformofthemedicinemayincludebutisnot
limitedto:
Creams
Capsules
Emulsions
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Ointments
Suppositories
Tinctures
Extracts
Powders
Globules
Pilules
Tablets
Pessaries
Careisdonetopreventcontaminationmeans:
Onemedicineisdispensedatonetime
Medicinesaremadeandpreparedoveran
impervioussurface
Objectsthatcomeincontactwiththemedicine
arecleanedordiscarded
Medicineswhichcomeincontactwith
contaminantsarediscarded
Theworkspaceiswellventilated
Directcontactbetweenthepractitionerand
ingredientsisavoided
Clinicpracticeguidelinesmayinclude:
OHSguidelines
Qualitysystemguidelines
Dispensingprocedure
Hygieneandwasteguidelines
Stockandstorageprocedures
Instructionsfortakingthemedicinereferto:
Modeofadministration,e.g.externalor
internal
Frequencyofadministration
Factorswhichmayinterferewiththemedicine,
e.g.consumptionoffood,alcoholortobacco
concurrentuseofallopathicmedications
Theneedtoreportincidencestothe
prescribingpractitioner
Acceptablesourcesincludes:
Herbalmedicinesmanufacturerslistedinthe
PhilippineFoodandDrugAdministration
(FDA)
CollectedandpreparedfromOverseas
manufacturersofherbalmedicinescompliant
withPhilippineFDAGuidelines
Naturalsourcesafterascertainingthatthe
plantmaterialisuncontaminatedbypesticides
orothercontaminants
Labelledcorrectlymeans:
AccordingtoPhilippineFoodandDrug
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Administration(FDA)guidelines
Accordingtoclinicrequirements
Factorswhichmayhaveaneffectonthestorage
mayinclude:
Heatabove500 C
Prolongedexposuretoheatover300 C
Prolongedexposuretosunlight
Workplaceinformationmayinclude:
Detailsofpreparationanddispensing
undertaken
Stockdocumentation
Detailsofperson(s)conductingpreparation
anddispensing
Dispensinginformationforprescriptions
EVIDENCEGUIDE
equipmentandingredientsforherbalor
nutritionalmedicinepreparationanddispensing
Demonstratedabilitytoidentifyherbal
ingredientsinrawformand/ornaturalhabitat
Demonstratedabilitytoidentifyherbal
ingredientsintheirdriedformwhere
appropriateformedicinepreparation
Demonstratedabilitytodescribeplant
classifications
Demonstratedabilitytodescribeplant
nomenclature
Demonstratedabilitytodescribegeneralplant
anatomy
Demonstratedabilitytoutilizegeneralplant
identificationtechniques
Demonstratedabilitytousebotanicalkeysfor
plants
Demonstratedabilitytopreparemedicinesfor
patientsinpharmaceuticalforms(capsules,
emulsions,creams,ointments,suppositories,
etc.)
Demonstratedabilitytodispensemedicinesin
accordancewithofficialpractice,clinicpractice
guidelinesandrelevantlegislation
Demonstratedabilitytodispensemedicinesina
rangeofdosages
Demonstratedabilitytodispensemedicinesin
accordancewiththeorder/prescription
Demonstratedabilitytoconfirmsupplyof
necessarymaterialsandservicestothe
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dispensingprocess
Demonstratedabilitytoconfirmequipment
statusandcondition
Knowledgeofhygieneandsanitationstandards
Demonstratedabilitytoaccessworkplace
informationtoidentifyrequirementsforthe
dispensingprocess
Demonstratedabilitytomeasureandsegregate
materials
Demonstratedabilitytopackandlabel
dispensedmaterials
Demonstratedabilitytosort,collect,treat,
recycleordisposeofwaste
Demonstratedabilitytomaintainworkareato
meethousekeepingstandards
Demonstratedabilitytorecordworkplace
information
Demonstratedabilitytotakecorrectiveactionin
responsetooutofspecificationresultsornon
compliance
Demonstratedabilitytomonitorthedispensing
processandequipmentoperationtoidentify
outofspecificationresultsornoncompliance.
Thismayinclude:
Labelling
Stockflow/quantity
Measuringdevices
Materialsfaults
Servicefaults
Andmayincludetheabilityto:
Cleanandsanitiseequipment
Carryoutroutinemaintenance
units:
Knowledgeofherbalmedicinepharmacy
Knowledgeofnutritionalsupplements,their
variousformsanduses
Knowledgeoffactorsthataffectherbaland
nutritionalmedicinesinpreparationandstorage
Knowledgeofherbalmedicinepreparationfrom
sourcematerials
Knowledgeofherbalmedicinedispensing
principlesandmethods
Knowledgeofnutritionalmedicinedispensing
principlesandmethods
Knowledgeofthepreparationofdispensing
media
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Knowledgeofinternalpreparationsculinary
plants,commonherbalteas,andmedicinal
preparationsandbiochemicandbioenergetic
remedies,coldextracts,cordials,decoctions,
essences,herbalhoneys,infusions,methaglyns,
nutritionalsupplements,oxymels,powders,
spagyrictechnique,succus,syrups,andtinctures
Knowledgeofchemicalandphysical
incompatibilities
Knowledgeofexternaltherapyproductsboth
medicinalanddomesticbaths,bathoils,creams,
dyes,fomentations,incenses,aromatheraphy
products,compresses,ointments,perfumes,
pomanders,potpourri,poultices,powders,
sachets,andsalves
Knowledgeofstandardsofdispensing
procedures
Knowledgeofthenonmedicinalsingredients
usedinthepreparationofherbalmedicines
Knowledgeofprescriptionofmedicines:legal
restrictions,FDAActof2009,Healthandsafety,
labelingrequirementsrestrictedsubstances,
principlesofmanufacturingqualitycontrol
procedures
Knowledgeofhowthedispensingprocessaffects
theendproduct
Knowledgeofqualitycharacteresticstobe
achieved
Knowledgeofprocessspecifications,procedures
andoperatingparameters
Knowledgeofequipmentandinstrumentation
components,purposeandoperation
Knowledgeofsignificanceandmethodsof
monitoringcontrolpointswithinthedispensing
process
Knowledgeofcommoncausesofvariationand
correctiveactionrequired
KnowledgeofOHShazardsandcontrols
Knowledgeofwastehandlingrequirementsand
procedures
Knowledgeofrecordingrequirementsand
procedures
Knowledgeofmethodsofadministrationfor
herbalmedicines
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Dispensingresources
instruments
Skilledassessors
Methodofassessment
Simulations
clinicalsituations.
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[2]Ibid,Section56
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