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Herbalist (Western)

ANZSCO 451513

Employed

150

Part-time share

76%

Female share

88%

Median age

55 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

Salary and some workforce figures are suppressed for this occupation because Jobs and Skills Australia / the ABS do not publish estimates for small populations (typically fewer than 50 employed people) or because the figures have been perturbed for privacy. They are shown as unavailable rather than zero.

About this career

Herbalists (Western) utilise plants and plant based material to create medicines to help prevent or treat various illnesses.

What they typically do

  • Interviews clients to work out their needs.
  • Treats emotional, psychological and physical imbalances of the body, using natural techniques and diagnostic methods.
  • Monitors and corrects imbalances in the body using herbal supplements.
  • Records clients' weight and measurements.
  • Instructs clients on the use of herbal supplements.

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
60.1%
QLD
15.7%
VIC
11.8%
WA
5.2%
SA
3.9%
TAS
2%
NT
0%
ACT
0%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Herbalist (Western).

  • Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science

    52923WA · AQF 6 · 1 providers

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  • Advanced Diploma of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Management

    HLT60121 · AQF 6 · 2 providers

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  • Advanced Diploma of Ayurveda

    HLT62615 · AQF 6 · 6 providers

    View qualification