Complementary Health Therapists
Snapshot
Complementary Health Therapists treat patients with physical, mental, spiritual and emotional needs by considering the whole person rather than focusing on specific symptoms and by using various therapies, techniques and practices.
| Job stats | |
|---|---|
| How many are employed in this occupation? | 8500 |
| What are the average weekly earnings for full time workers ($ before tax)? | $1000 |
| How does unemployment compare with other occupations? | below average |
| What is the vacancy level for this occupation? | high |
| What are the job prospects for this occupation? | good |
Tasks
This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.
- assessing patients to determine the nature of the disorder, illness, problem or need by questioning, examining and observing
- developing and implementing treatment plans using applications such as acupuncture, homoeopathic and herbal medicine, and dance, drama, hypnotic and music therapies
- evaluating and documenting patients' progress through treatment plans
- providing dietary and lifestyle advice and guidelines
- prescribing natural medicines, such as herbal, mineral and animal extracts, to stimulate the body's capacity for self-healing.
Job Titles
- Acupuncturist
- Homoeopath
- Naturopath
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner
- Complementary Health Therapists