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269932 · OSCA 2024

Chinese Medicine Practitioner

Classification
Occupation
Skill level
1
Major group
Professionals

Classification

Major group
2Professionals
Sub-major group
26Health Professionals

Description

Treats imbalances of energy flows through the body by assessing the whole person and using techniques and methods such as acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, massage, diet, exercise and breathing therapy.

Alternative titles

  • Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner

Specialisations

  • Chinese Herbalist

Unit group

2699 · Other Health Professionals

Description

This unit group covers Health Professionals not elsewhere classified. It includes Acupuncturists, Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Naturopaths.

Skill level

Occupation skill level 1

Australia

1

Tasks

Tasks include

  • Assesses patients' health conditions and imbalances of energy flows through the body
  • Develops treatment plans based on the assessment of the whole person
  • Administers acupuncture to stimulate specific points on the body
  • Prescribes and prepares Chinese herbal medicine for patients
  • Performs massage techniques to promote relaxation and improve energy flow
  • Provides dietary advice and recommends specific foods to support healing
  • Guides patients in exercise and breathing therapy to enhance overall wellbeing

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