HealthcareISCO 3255
Sophrologist
Sophrologists aim to reduce their clients` stress and produce optimal health and well-being by applying a dynamic relaxation method which consists of a specific set of physical and mental exercises on a doctor's order.
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Rate 5 of the 31 essential skills of this occupation (European ESCO data). No account needed.
deliver sophrology exercises
prepare exercise session
empathise with the healthcare user
maintain work area cleanliness
apply acupuncture
European Skills Framework
Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.
Essential (31)
complementary and alternative medicinecomplementary and alternative medicineMedical practices which are not part of the standard care in healthcare.types of aromatherapy treatmentstypes of aromatherapy treatmentsField of information which distinguishes a variety of ways to apply aromatherapy treatment, such as massages, inhalers, baths, vaporizers, compresses, diffusers, meditiation or deodorizers.sophrologysophrologyThe principles and techniques such as concentration, deep breathing, relaxation and visualisation designed to bring the consciousness in harmony with the body.supervision of personssupervision of personsThe act of directing one individual or a group of individuals in a certain activity.phytotherapyphytotherapyThe characteristics, the effects and the use of herbal medicines.human physiologyhuman physiologyThe science that studies the human organs and its interactions and mechanisms.breathing techniquesbreathing techniquesThe various techniques to control the voice, body, and nerves by breathing.human anatomyhuman anatomyThe dynamic relationship of human structure and function and the muscosceletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, urinary, reproductive, integumentary and nervous systems; normal and ...relaxation techniquesrelaxation techniquesThe various methods and techniques used to alleviate stress and bring peace and relaxation to the body and mind. This includes activities such as yoga, qigong or t`ai chi.movement techniquesmovement techniquesThe various types of movement and physical postures undertaken for relaxation, body-mind integration, stress reduction, flexibility, core support and rehabilitation purposes, and that are required for...acupuncture methodsacupuncture methodsTechniques and methods used to normalise the flow of Qi energy in the body for relieving pain and related symptoms by applying various specific types of needles into different acupuncture points.deliver sophrology exercisesdeliver sophrology exercisesTeach sophrology exercises and attend to individual and group sessions, adapting them according to each persons' abilities and needs.prepare exercise sessionprepare exercise sessionPrepare equipment and facilities for the session ensuring compliance with industry and national guidelines for normal operating procedures and plan timings and sequences for the session.empathise with the healthcare userempathise with the healthcare userUnderstand the background of clients` and patients’ symptoms, difficulties and behaviour. Be empathetic about their issues; showing respect and reinforcing their autonomy, self-esteem and independence...maintain work area cleanlinessmaintain work area cleanlinessKeep the working area and equipment clean and orderly.apply acupunctureapply acupunctureUse procedures involving the stimulation of anatomical points on the body by a variety of techniques, such as penetrating the skin with thin, metallic needles manipulated by the hands or by electrical...provide health educationprovide health educationProvide evidence based strategies to promote healthy living, disease prevention and management.identify customer's needsidentify customer's needsUse appropriate questions and active listening in order to identify customer expectations, desires and requirements according to product and services.develop therapeutic relationshipsdevelop therapeutic relationshipsMaintain the individual therapeutic relationship to engage the individual's innate healing capacities, to achieve active collaboration in the health education and healing process and to maximise the p...follow-up on healthcare users' treatmentfollow-up on healthcare users' treatmentReview and evaluate the progress of the prescribed treatment, taking further decisions with the healthcare users and their carers.carry out preventative internal medicine interventionscarry out preventative internal medicine interventionsRecommend to patients, depending on their condition, preventive and therapeutic treatments such as the use of medications, lifestyle changes, modification of addictive behaviours, physical therapies, ...prescribe exercisesprescribe exercisesProvide a range of exercise programmes in accordance with the needs of the clients by applying principles of exercise programming.promote healthy lifestylepromote healthy lifestyleProvide information to clients about the role of physical activity, modes of exercise and related services and the importance of healthy activities for daily living.promote balance between rest and activitypromote balance between rest and activityProvide information about the role of rest and regeneration in the development of sport performance. Foster rest and regeneration by providing appropriate ratios of training, competition and rest.listen activelylisten activelyGive attention to what other people say, patiently understand points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times; able to listen carefully the needs of cus...observe healthcare usersobserve healthcare usersObserve healthcare users and record significant conditions and reactions to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents, notifying a supervisor or physician when required.correct potentially harmful movementscorrect potentially harmful movementsRecognise when a particpant performs a movement that could cause short or long term damage to the body. Respond with verbal instructions and/or physical demonstration to ensure competence is achieved.ensure safety of healthcare usersensure safety of healthcare usersMake sure that healthcare users are being treated professionally, effectively and safe from harm, adapting techniques and procedures according to the person's needs, abilities or the prevailing condit...apply context specific clinical competencesapply context specific clinical competencesApply professional and evidence based assessment, goal setting, delivery of intervention and evaluation of clients, taking into account the developmental and contextual history of the clients, within ...prepare sophrology sessionprepare sophrology sessionPlan and prepare the equipment and facilities for the sophrology session and plan timings and sequences for the session, creating a relaxing and comforting environment.attend to sophrology clientsattend to sophrology clientsObserve participants` breathing and relaxation techniques, giving feedback, correcting when needed and guaranteeing that sufficient personal attention is provided to each participant in the sophrology...
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neurophysiologyneurophysiologyThe medical specialty which is concerned with the study of the nervous system functionalities.general medicinegeneral medicineGeneral medicine is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.behavioural disordersbehavioural disordersThe often emotionally disruptive types of behaviour a child or adult can show, such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or oppositional defiant disorder (ODD).behavioural therapybehavioural therapyThe characteristics and foundations of behavioural therapy, which focuses on changing patients` unwanted or negative behaviour. It involves studying the present behaviour and the means by which this c...homeopathy remedieshomeopathy remediesThe characteristics, components and effects of homeopathic medication.homeopathyhomeopathyThe alternative medicine whereby pills or liquid mixtures containing only a little of an active ingredient (usually a plant or mineral) can treat a disease.first aidfirst aidThe emergency treatment given to a sick or injured person in the case of circulatory and/or respiratory failure, unconsciousness, wounds, bleeding, shock or poisoning.address side effects of menopauseaddress side effects of menopauseAddress side effects of menopause such as fatigue, body temperature changes, mood swings, depression and weight gain. Search for symptoms of health problems that can be caused by menopause, such as he...safely instruct about fitnesssafely instruct about fitnessProvide safe and effective fitness instruction.direct movement experiencesdirect movement experiencesAssist clients or patients in moving in a structured or improvisatory manner for expressive purposes.inform clients of healthy lifestyle benefitsinform clients of healthy lifestyle benefitsProvide accurate information about the role of physical activity and stimulate exercisers with controlled health conditions to adopt and maintain a healthy lifestyle behaviour. Inform clients on princ...demonstrate professional attitude to clientsdemonstrate professional attitude to clientsDemonstrate responsibility and professional duty of care to clients which will include communication skills and a focus of customer care orientation.ensure safety of exercise environmentensure safety of exercise environmentSelect the correct training environment and assess risks to ensure it provides a safe, clean and friendly fitness environment and that it will be the best use of the environment in which clients are e...provide fitness informationprovide fitness informationProvide clients with accurate information on the principles of nutrition and fitness exercises.advise on mental healthadvise on mental healthAdvise persons of all ages and groups in terms of the health-promoting aspects of individual behaviour and institutions with regard to the personal, social and structural factors on physical and menta...promote mental healthpromote mental healthPromote factors that enhance emotional well-being such as self-acceptance, personal growth, purpose in life, control of one`s environment, spirituality, self-direction and positive relationships.advise on childbirthadvise on childbirthProvide information to the mother-to-be related to the childbirth procedures in order to be prepared and know what to expect.
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Frequently asked questions
What does a sophrologist do?
Sophrologists aim to reduce their clients` stress and produce optimal health and well-being by applying a dynamic relaxation method which consists of a specific set of physical and mental exercises on a doctor's order.
What skills does a sophrologist need?
A sophrologist needs 31 essential skills, including complementary and alternative medicine, types of aromatherapy treatments, sophrology, supervision of persons, phytotherapy.
Will AI replace sophrologist jobs?
The AI disruption score for sophrologist is 11/100 (very low risk). Skills most exposed to automation: maintain work area cleanliness, promote healthy lifestyle, observe healthcare users. Most resilient: acupuncture methods, empathise with the healthcare user, apply acupuncture.
AI Replacement Risk
11/ 100
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