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VR194
Provide flower essence therapy
VTCT is the specialist awarding body for the Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy, Complementary Therapy and Sport and Active Leisure sectors, with over 45 years of experience.
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VR194Provide flower essence therapy
The aim of this unit is to develop your knowledge, skills and understanding of flower essence theory and relate it to use on clients in a safe manner. The study of flower essences is a therapy that is not based on modern scientific practices. However, it is a subject of some complexity and its adherents require a qualification that regularises data within a framework that is insurable. Therefore the unit provides what is necessary for this particular skill to be applied and thus is the primary building block for a potential lifetime study.
This qualification is generic and not intended for any one range of flower essence products exclusively. You should be aware of the various flower essences available and be able to use them with clients. Case studies on a varied range of clients should be utilised in the course of gaining evidence for the qualification.
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GLH
45
Credit value
N/A
Level
3
Observation(s)
1External paper(s)
0
On completion of this unit you will:
Learning outcomes Evidence requirements
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Provide flower essence therapy
1. Be able to assess the client and prepare a treatment plan for using flower essences
2. Be able to use flower essence therapy
3. Be able to evaluate the use of flower essence therapy and advise on home use
1. Environment Evidence for this unit must be gathered in a real or realistic working environment.
2. Simulation Simulation is not allowed in this unit.
3. Observation outcomes Competent performance of ‘Observation’ outcomes must be demonstrated to your assessor on at least one occasion.
4. Range All ranges must be competently demonstrated.
5. Knowledge outcomes There must be evidence that you possess all the knowledge and understanding listed in the ‘Knowledge’ section of this unit. This evidence may include projects, assignments, case studies, reflective accounts, oral/written questioning and/or other forms of evidence.
6. Tutor/Assessor guidance You will be guided by your tutor/assessor on how to achieve learning outcomes in this unit. All outcomes must be achieved.
7. External paper There is no external paper requirement for this unit.
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Achieving observations and range
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Achieving observation outcomes Achieving range
Your assessor will observe your performance of practical tasks. The minimum number of observations required is indicated in the evidence requirements section of this unit.
Criteria may not always naturally occur during a practical observation. In such instances you will be asked to produce supplementary evidence to demonstrate your competence in this area. Your assessor will document the criteria that have been achieved by producing supplementary evidence.
Your assessor will sign off an outcome when all criteria have been competently achieved.
The range section indicates what must be covered. Ranges should be practically demonstrated as part of an observation. Where this is not possible other forms of evidence may be produced. All ranges must be be covered.
Your assessor will document the portfolio reference once a range has been competently achieved.
Outcome 1
Observations
You can:
Observation 1 Optional OptionalDate achieved
Supplementary evidence
Portfolio reference
Assessor initials
Learner signature
*May be assessed through supplementary evidence.
Be able to assess the client and prepare a treatment plan for using flower essences
a. Note referral data from other sources
b. Elicit the client’s reasons for seeking flower essence therapy and their expectations
c. Cleary and fully explain the purpose and uses of flower essences
d. Elicit and record relevant information concerning the client’s lifestyle, and physical and emotional state
e. Complete accurate and up-to-date records and preserve confidentiality
f. Reassure the client and adopt a sympathetic attitude towards problems disclosed
g. Observe client body language and respond correctly
h. Ensure the client suffers minimal embarrassment, stress or discomfort
i. Establish any contra-indications of medical
importance and advise the client to ask the physician if there is any reason why treatment may not be given and any therapy or service given is in accordance with medical advice*
j. Analyse and discuss the findings with the client
k. Prepare and agree an appropriate therapy plan with the client and answer questions fully and accurately
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Outcome 2
You can:
a. Prepare the working area and make sure necessary materials are to hand
b. Prepare flower essences in accordance with the agreed therapy plan
c. Answer the client’s questions fully and accurately and confirm understanding and agreement
d. Make sure the client is in a relaxed, balanced state and ready for therapy
e. Recommend relaxation techniques as appropriate to enhance the therapy
f. Provide flower essence to client and fully explain on usage
g. Monitor the client constantly throughout therapy
h. Establish the client’s wellbeing at the end of the session
Be able to use flower essence therapy
*May be assessed through supplementary evidence.
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Observation 1 Optional OptionalDate achieved
Supplementary evidence
Portfolio reference
Assessor initials
Learner signature
Outcome 3
You can:
*May be assessed through supplementary evidence.
Be able to evaluate the use of flower essence therapy and advise on home use
a. Elicit feedback from the client and explore the outcomes of therapy
b. Advise the client of adverse reactions to the therapy and confirm understanding
c. Discuss and recommend further treatments with the client
d. Amend the therapy plan as necessary in agreement with the client
e. Provide advice on possible contra-actions and suitable aftercare procedures
f. Discuss the methods of using flower essences in everyday life with the client and confirm understanding
g. Advise the client on homecare and the home use of flower essences
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Observation 1 Optional OptionalDate achieved
Supplementary evidence
Portfolio reference
Assessor initials
Learner signature
Range
*You must practically demonstrate that you have:
Worked with all types of clients Portfolio reference
New
Existing
Young to old
Considered all lifestyle factors Portfolio reference
Physical activities
Occupation
Diet
Family situation
Behaviour patterns
Dealt with all types of emotional state Portfolio reference
Stress
Worries
Ambitions
Interests
Beliefs
Dealt with all types of physical state Portfolio reference
Current state of health
Minor ailments
Undergoing life changes
Relevant physical problems
Previous illness
Family history
*It is strongly recommended that all range items are practically demonstrated. Where this is not possible, other forms of evidence may be produced to demonstrate competence.
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*You must practically demonstrate that you have:
Met all treatment objectives and outcomes Portfolio reference
Improvement in mood
Relaxation
Confidence building
Concentration
Memory improvement
Revitalisation
Help with life-changes
Dealt with all personality types Portfolio reference
Nervous
Non-nervous
Confident
Gregarious
Dominant
Introvert
Extrovert
Used all methods of application Portfolio reference
Stock remedy
Mixed remedy
Oral
Topical
Bath
Energy points
*It is strongly recommended that all range items are practically demonstrated. Where this is not possible, other forms of evidence may be produced to demonstrate competence.
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*You must practically demonstrate that you have:
Used all techniques Portfolio reference
Diagnostic
Methods of use
Carried out all types of relaxation Portfolio reference
Visualisation
Breathing
Meditation
Dealt with all types of adverse reactions Portfolio reference
Somnolence
Weepiness
Over stimulation
Lack of energy
Increase in energy
Energy points
Given all aftercare and home use advise Portfolio reference
Drinking water
Relaxation
Further therapy
Other types of therapy
Home use of flower essences
Lifestyle adjustments
*It is strongly recommended that all range items are practically demonstrated. Where this is not possible, other forms of evidence may be produced to demonstrate competence.
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Achieving knowledge outcomes
Developing knowledge
You will be guided by your tutor and assessor on the evidence that needs to be produced. Your knowledge and understanding will be assessed using the assessment methods listed below:
• Observed work• Witness statements• Audio-visual media • Evidence of prior learning or attainment• Written questions• Oral questions• Assignments• Case studies
Where possible your assessor will integrate knowledge outcomes into practical observations through oral questioning.
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Knowledge
Outcome 1
Be able to assess the client and prepare a treatment plan for using flower essences
You must know and understand: Portfolio reference /Assessor initials*
l. The assessment of a client and how to obtain full and accurate information without embarrassment or distress
m. Methods of establishing the client’s needs such as dowsing and muscle testing
n. Flower essence theory
o. The necessity of preparing short and long-term therapy plans
p. The importance of client care, consideration and confidentiality
q. Clarity and accuracy in communication
r. Verbal and non-verbal methods of communication
s. How to explain about the possibility of adverse reactions (contra-actions) and give the correct advice to the client
t. The preparation, bottling, labelling and storage of flower essences
u. How to mix and dilute flower essences
* Assessor initials to be inserted if orally questioned.
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Outcome 2
Be able to use flower essence therapy
You must know and understand: Portfolio reference /Assessor initials*
i. The use of flower essences with clients
j. Subtle energy theories and the stated attributes of different flower essences
k. Methods of producing flower essences
l. About balancing and grounding procedures for both client and yourself and why this is essential
m. The concepts of auras, chakras, and how flower essences are related
n. Methods of determining the correct use of flower essences
o. That other therapies can be used with flower essences such as reflexology, yoga, colour and crystal therapy, reiki and aromatherapy
p. Techniques of visualisation, breathing and meditation for relaxation and how these can be explained to clients
* Assessor initials to be inserted if orally questioned.
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Outcome 3
Be able to evaluate the use of flower essence therapy and advise on home use
You must know and understand: Portfolio reference /Assessor initials*
h. The evaluation of the use of flower essences for clients
i. The provision of ongoing therapy and aftercare
j. How to obtain meaningful feedback from the client including reactions to treatment, emotional changes and why this is important
k. How to advise on possible adverse reactions and suitable aftercare and the reasons for doing so
l. How to explain home use of flower essences to the client
* Assessor initials to be inserted if orally questioned.
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