occultism
The study of occult arts or practices, the belief in supernatural powers. These practices include alchemy, spiritualism, religion, magic and divination.
Mediums act as communicators between the natural world and the spiritual world. They convey statements or images which they claim have been provided by spirits and that can have significant personal and often private meanings to their client.
Competences and skills
25 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 3 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesspiritualism
The belief or doctrine that the world is made up of two fundamental substances, matter and spirit, and that it is possible for the living to communicate with the spirits of the dead.
Cross-sector
1 competencerhetoric
The art of discourse that aims at improving the ability of writers and speakers to inform, persuade or motivate their audience.
Essential skills and competences 9 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceuse séance tools
Utilise tools to communicate with spirits of the dead, such as Ouija boards, spirit tables or cabinets.
Sector-specific
1 competenceprospect new customers
Initiate activities in order to attract new and interesting customers. Ask for recommendations and references, find places where potential customers can be located.
Cross-sector
7 competencescounsel clients
Assist and guide clients to overcome their personal, social, or psychological issues.
develop professional network
Reach out to and meet up with people in a professional context. Find common ground and use your contacts for mutual benefit. Keep track of the people in your personal professional network and stay up to date on their activities.
- Scope note
- This includes the development of social relationships with patients and customers.
listen actively
Give 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 customers, clients, passengers, service users or others, and provide solutions accordingly.
maintain customer service
Keep the highest possible customer service and make sure that the customer service is at all times performed in a professional way. Help customers or participants feel at ease and support special requirements.
- Scope note
- Might include keeping the customers informed about the current status of their orders or waiting times.
maintain privacy of service users
Respect and maintain the dignity and privacy of the client, protecting his or her confidential information and clearly explaining policies about confidentiality to the client and other parties involved.
manage personal professional development
Take responsibility for lifelong learning and continuous professional development. Engage in learning to support and update professional competence. Identify priority areas for professional development based on reflection about own practice and through contact with peers and stakeholders. Pursue a cycle of self-improvement and develop credible career plans.
research
use consulting techniques
Advise clients in different personal or professional matters.
Optional knowledge 1 competence
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
1 competencepsychology
The human behaviour and performance with individual differences in ability, personality, interests, learning, and motivation.
Optional skills and competences 12 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
5 competencesapply crisis intervention
Respond methodologically to a disruption or breakdown in the normal or usual function of a person, family, group or community.
interview people
Interview people in a range of different circumstances.
manage a small-to-medium business
Manage the organisational, financial and day-to-day operation of a small-to-medium enterprise.
perform lectures
Present lectures to various groups.
perform live
Perform in front of live audiences.
Cross-sector
7 competencesadminister appointments
Accept, schedule and cancel appointments.
coach clients
Actively help clients to improve their strengths and confidence. Propose courses and workshops or coach them yourself.
entertain people
Provide people with amusement by doing or offering a performance, like a show, a play or an artistic performance.
keep personal administration
File and organise personal administration documents comprehensively.
perform improvisation
Perform dialogues or actions spontaneously or without preparation.
provide spiritual counselling
Assist individuals and groups seeking guidance in their religious convictions, or support in their spiritual experience, so that they are affirmed and confident in their faith.
use different communication channels
Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.