Course Title: Provide massage treatments

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2016

Course Code: SPRT5103C

Course Title: Provide massage treatments

School: 155T Vocational Health and Sciences

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4383 - Certificate IV in Massage Therapy

Course Contact: Joshua Davies

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4333

Course Contact Email: joshua.davies@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Sonny Shoduri

sonny.shoduri@rmit.edu.au

9925 4212

 

 

This unit of competency is co-delivered with:

HLTMSG001

HLTMSG004

Nominal Hours: 150

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

This unit of competency is co-delivered with the following:

• HLTMSG001/EMPL7096C Develop massage practice and
• HLTMSG002/NURS5361C Assess client massage needs

Course Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for and provide massage treatments using a defined range of techniques and sequences. This unit applies to massage therapists providing general health maintenance treatments. It does not include remedial massage techniques.
        

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	HLTMSG004 Provide massage treatments
Element:	1. Prepare client for treatment
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Clearly outline how the treatment will be provided and managed based on assessment and agreed treatment approach 1.2 Explain factors which may interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment 1.3 Inform the client of possible physical or emotional reactions during and following a session, and the appropriate course of action to take 1.4 Follow established protocols to physically prepare the client for treatment 1.5 Confirm client consent for treatment
Element:	2. Use massage techniques and sequences
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Determine treatment sequence, location and degree of pressure according to assessment indications and scope of practice 2.2 Position client to optimise comfort and support while allowing for effective application of techniques 2.3 Maintain client dignity through use of draping 2.4 Maintain therapist postures that ensure a controlled distribution of body weight 2.5 Maintain client-focused attention throughout session 2.6 Adjust treatment techniques and pressure based on client feedback
Element:	3. Monitor treatment
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Use the condition and response of the client during treatment as feedback to the initial assessment 3.2 Use established massage assessment frameworks 3.3 Recognise reactions to treatment and respond promptly if necessary 3.4 Seek feedback during and after treatment, and evaluate need for ongoing or additional treatment, including referral to other health services
Element:	4. Provide advice and resources to the client
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Provide client education in relation to self care 4.2 Answer client queries with clarity, using appropriate language 4.3 Provide accurate details of treatment plans, schedules and recommendations to the client 4.4 Clearly document treatment details and recommendations made

Learning Outcomes

Details of Learning Activities

All class learning materials, notes and other key learning resources can be accessed via myRMIT

at www.rmit.edu.au/learninghub.

A combination of activities will support student’s learning in this course, such as:

• Face-to-face &/or online lectures to cover theoretical and practical concepts for each topic in

the course

• Students will learn to apply their skills and knowledge to work integrated learning (WIL) in the

student & clinical practice environment, during simulations and classroom based learning

• Work experience &/or placements observation of performance in the workplace will be a

valuable part of your learning experience

• Tutorial activities (individually and in teams) to discuss, debate, critique and consolidate your

ideas and extend your understanding around key concepts within specific topics

• Online discussions and activities to support and collaborate with other students in your course

and debate and discuss ideas

• Utilise and develop critical research and cognitive skills to find credible sources of health

information

• Self-directed study time (eg. readings or activities around theory) to enhance and strengthen

your knowledge and understanding of theoretical concepts

• To further facilitate learning students are strongly encouraged to use a range of communication

tools between themselves and their course instructor as well as between themselves and fellow

students by using the online learning platform

• It is strongly recommended that students partner up with fellow students in order to practice

assessment, treatment and palpation techniques

Teaching Schedule

 

Musculoskeletal Anatomy 1 - 2016 Sem 2
RMIT week	Date	Class Topics and Assessments
28	8-Jul	Introduction to Anatomy - Navigating the Body: Regions of the body, planes of movement, directions and positions, movements of the body, the skeletal system, the muscular system, fascial system & types of joints
29	15-Jul	Bones of the Pelvis & Thigh
30	22-Jul	Quadriceps, Hamstrings & Adductor Magnus and Longus
31	29-Jul	Psoas, Gluteus Maximus, Gluteus Medius & Piriformis
32	5-Aug	Practical Assessment 1
33	12-Aug	Bones of the Leg & Foot
34	19-Aug	Tibialis Anterior, Peroneus Longus, Peroneus Brevis, Gastrocnemius and Soleus
35	26-Aug	Bones of the Spine & Thorax Rectus Abdominis, Quadratus Lumborum & Erector Spinae
36	2-Sep	Mid Semester Break
37	9-Sep	Practical Assessment 2
38	16-Sep	Bones of the Shoulder
39	23-Sep	Trapezius, Levator Scapulae, Rotator Cuff, Rhomboids Major & Minor
40	30-Sep	Grand Final Day
41	7-Oct	Latissimus Dorsi, Teres Major, Pectoralis Major, Pectoralis Minor, Deltoids, Biceps Brachii & Triceps Brachii
42	14-Oct	Practical Assessment 3
43	21-Oct	Bones of the Head, neck & face, Temporalis, Masseter, Frontalis, Sternocleidomastoid
44	28-Oct	Bones of the Forearm & Hand
45	4-Nov	Brachioradialis, Extensor Carpi Radialis, Supinator, Flexor Carpi Radialus, Flexor Carpi Ulnaris, Palmaris Longus & Pronator Teres
46	11-Nov	Practical Assessment 4

 Massage Teaching Schedule

Develop massage practice           HLTMSG001/EMPL7096C Assess client massage needs      HLTMGS002/NURS5361C Provide massage treatments       HLTMSG004/SPRT5103C
RMIT Wk	Date	Class & Activities
29	11th July	What is massage? & Basic massage strokes
30	18th July	Getting started with anatomy & Basic massage strokes
31	25th July	Endangerment sites, massage strokes & anatomical positions
32	1st Aug	Types of massage within the health care system & Range of motions
33	8th Aug	Basic massage strokes & posture
34	15th Aug	Seated chair & Sports massage
35	22nd Aug	Seated chair & Sports massage
36	29th Aug	Mid semester break
37	5th Sep	Seated chair & Sports massage
38	12th Sep	History taking & Full Therapeutic Sequence
39	19th Sep	Full Therapeutic Sequence
40	26th Sep	Full Therapeutic Sequence
41	3rd Oct	Full Therapeutic Sequence
42	10th Oct	Full Therapeutic Sequence
43	17th Oct	Full Therapeutic Sequence
44	24th Oct	Full Therapeutic Sequence – Mock Assessment
45	31st Oct	Melbourne Cup - No Class
46	7th Nov	Therapeutic sequence final assessment

 

 

 

 

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

Overview of Assessment

This unit is part of an integrated program.
You must demonstrate Performance and Knowledge Evidence of the unit in order to be deemed competent.
Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over a range of assessment tasks.
You may be assessed by:
• Oral or written questioning
• Oral presentations
• Assignments and projects
• Direct observation of actual work practice
• Presentation of a portfolio of evidence which may comprise documents, and/or photographs and/or video and/or audio files
• Work-based activities
• Third-party feedback from a work supervisor/employer
Primary assessment involves on-going practical and applied assessment in a clinical workplace or simulated environment such as a supervised student clinic or at a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placement activity.
 
Competency based training requires you to be in attendance in order for assessment to be undertaken.
 
Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions, through individual and group feedback on practical exercises and by individual consultation.
 
All Assessment tasks should be performed or submitted by their due dates.
If due to illness or other unforeseen circumstance, you are unable to attend on the due date of an assessment (e.g. test, examination, oral, etc.) OR you do attend, but your performance has been affected, you may submit an APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL CONSIDERATION within 2 working days of the due date. If Special Consideration is granted, you will be given the opportunity to complete/repeat the assessment task at a later date. For advice on this application please visit www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration  or speak to your Program Coordinator.
If due to illness or other unforeseen circumstance, you are unable to submit by the due date  (e.g. assignment, report, project etc.):
•         you may submit an APPLICATION FOR EXTENSION OF TIME FOR SUBMISSION OF ASSESSABLE WORK for an extension of time of up to seven (7) calendar days or less. This must be lodged with the Program Coordinator 1 working day before the original due date. If granted, you will have the opportunity to submit up to 7 days later than the original due date. For advice on this application please visit www.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension  or speak to your Program Coordinator.
Or:
•         you may submit an APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL CONSIDERATION within 2 working days of the due date. If Special Consideration is granted, you will be given the opportunity to submit the assessment task more than 7 days after the original due date. For advice on this application please visit www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration  or speak to your Program Coordinator.
 
You are expected to prepare all assignments and other written work in a professional manner. More information on general academic study and writing skills can be found on the “Learning Lab” http://emedia.rmit.edu.au/learninglab/. All work submitted for assessment must be submitted electronically unless otherwise advised.
 
Students must keep a copy of all submitted assessments including electronic copies.
Harvard style is used for all referencing and for bibliography.
 RMIT University has a strict policy on academic integrity and plagiarism and. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy. www.rmit.edu.au/students/academic-integrity
 If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or the Disability Liaison Unit if you would like to find out more.
 Your rights and responsibilities as a student can be found at http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/rights-and-responsibilities 
This course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies and procedures which are described and referenced at www.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment
 Credit transfer and RPL
Credit transfer is available to students who have already completed the same or similar courses. Recognition of prior learning is available to students who have relevant prior skills or experience. Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=8u7jborsx9dy
 
Assessment Tasks
The assessment tasks in this unit of competency replicate the necessary skills and knowledge required to provide massage treatments within the industry. The assessment task for this unit of competency are:

1. Clinic Skills Checklist

2. Theoretical and Practical Exams

3. Verbal Questioning  

 

ASSESSMENT METHODS/TYPES OF EVIDENCE: 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NATIONAL UNIT CODE : HLTMSG004 NATIONAL UNIT NAME: Provide Massage Treatments	RMIT CODE: SPRT5103C	Co-deliver: HLTMSG001/EMPL7096C Develop massage practice & HLTMSG002/NURS5361C Assess client massage needs
Elements	Performance Criteria	Related Assessment Tasks	Assessment Method/ Types of Evidence
1.      Prepare client for treatment	1.1   Clearly outline how the treatment will be provided and managed based on assessment and agreed treatment approach	Clinic Skills Checklist	Workplace Performance
1.2   Explain factors which may interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment	Clinic Skills Checklist	Workplace Performance
1.3   Inform the client of possible physical or emotional reactions during and following a session, and the appropriate course of action to take	Clinic Skills Checklist	Workplace Performance
1.4   Follow established protocols to physically prepare the client for treatment	Clinic Skills Checklist	Workplace Performance

Assessment Tasks

1. Massage client flyers: Due 24th October 2016 & submitted via Turnitin

• Development of goals for your business is the essential first step to provide an understanding of how you will reach your target audience.
• Once you have developed these goals you will be asked to select 3 target audiences within the community and design a flyer for each of these audiences.
• Write a detailed summary of how the philosophies of massage therapy fit into your target audience and the historical significance of these types of therapies and where they have come from.
• Create a flier for each target audience; write how you will be able to help your chosen section of the community, how massage can work alongside other therapies, what are the key messages alongside massage therapy, special consideration and how the client will be able to find you.

 2. Written Assignment: Due 4th November 2016 & submitted via Turnitin

• This assignment will cover musculoskeletal pathologies, indications and contra-indications for massage, joints and descriptions of various conditions.

 3. Practical Massage assessments:  Due 7th November 2016

 You will be required to complete a full body therapeutic massage sequence as well as a sports massage treatment.

4. Practical Musculoskeletal Assessments x 4

• Each practical assessment will assess a region at a time which you will be required to demonstrate the following:

    Practical assessment (1):  Pelvis & Thigh  on 5th August 2016

    Practical assessment (2):  Lower leg & Thorax on 9th September 2016

    Practical assessment (3):  Shoulder & Neck on 14th October

    Practical assessment (4):  Head & Forearms on 11th November

5. Clinic skills observation log:  Due 4th November 2016 & submitted to clinic supervisor on due

• You will be required to satisfy the requirements of your observation checklist within the clinical setting. During a clinical shift you will be required to assess the needs of a client and follow treatment protocol to satisfy the clients treatment expectations  

You need to be deemed satisfactory in ALL assessment tasks in order to achieve competency for these units.

In addition, students need to complete 80 hours of massage client consultation work and performed at least 40 massage assessments.

Assessment Matrix

 

ASSESSMENT METHODS/TYPES OF EVIDENCE:

Interview/ Verbal Questioning

Self-Reflections

Assignment/ Project

Case Study or Role Play

Third Party Verification

Workplace Performance

Research or Report

Portfolio of Evidence

Written Tasks

 

NATIONAL UNIT CODE : HLTMSG002 NATIONAL UNIT NAME: Assess client massage needs	RMIT CODE: NURS5361C	Co-deliver: HLTMSG001, HLTMSG002, HLTMSG004
Elements	Performance Criteria	Related Assessment Tasks	Assessment Method/ Types of Evidence
Determine scope of client needs	1.1   Clarify client expectations	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
1.2   Provide clear information about scope and limits of services to be provided	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
1.3   Collect accurate, relevant and organised health record and document in a form which can be interpreted readily by other professionals	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
1.4   Recognise needs that are beyond scope of own practice, and make referrals to other health care professionals as required	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
	1.5   Identify and respond to any barriers to information gathering and assessment	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
	1.6   Seek client information respectfully and sensitively, using purposeful, systematic and diplomatic questions	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
	1.7   Manage information in a confidential and secure way	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
Make a physical assessment	2.1.Advise client about the physical assessment process and obtain client consent to proceed	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
2.2.Follow clinical and practitioner hygiene protocols	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
2.3.Respect client dignity and anticipate potential sensitivities	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
2.4.Seek client feedback on comfort levels through assessment process	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
	2.5.Assess client through palpation, observation and range of motion (ROM) testing	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
	2.6.Identify and respond to contra-indications to massage treatment	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
	2.7.Accurately document assessment findings	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
Determine and communicate treatment approach	3.1   Determine treatment needs by integrating findings from physical assessment, observation and communication	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
3.2   Discuss assessment and rationale for treatment with the client	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
3.3   Respond to client enquiries using language the client understands	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
3.4   Discuss referral and collaborative option with the client as required	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
Critical Aspects of Assessment
Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated clinical environment that reflects workplace conditions. The following conditions must be met for this unit:
use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including: client information – case history private consultation area adjustable height massage table towels/sheets for draping oils/balms hot/cold packs bolsters	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
modelling of industry operating conditions, including provision of services to the general public	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
clinic supervision by a person who meets the assessor requirements outlined below for at least 60 of the 80 hours of client consultation work	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors. In addition, assessors must: have current clinical experience working as a massage therapist providing services to the general public hold practising membership of an Australian professional body that represents massage therapists fulfil the continuing professional development requirements of the professional body to which they belong	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
Performance Evidence
The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be evidence that the candidate has:	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
performed the activities outlined in the performance criteria of this unit during a period of at least 80 hours of massage client consultation work	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
prepared for and managed at least 40 massage assessments - clients must include males and females from different stages of life with varied presentations	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
completed physical assessments using palpation, observation and active, passive and resisted ROM testing	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
interacted effectively with clients: clearly articulated information about services, treatment options and rationale engaged clients in decision making	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
KnowledgeEvidence
The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the work role. This includes knowledge of:
legal and ethical considerations (national and state/territory) for client assessment: codes of conduct duty of care informed consent mandatory reporting practitioner/client boundaries privacy, confidentiality and disclosure records management working role boundaries working within scope of practice presenting symptoms that require referral to a medical practitioner work health and safety	Clinic Skills  Observation Log & Knowledge and Skills Assessment	Workplace Performance/ Written Task
referral options for massage practitioners, including: professional health services including complementary health modalities community resources and support services	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
factors and barriers that may impact on massage assessment: physical psychological cultural	Clinic Skills  Observation Log & Knowledge and Skills Assessment	Workplace Performance/ Written Task
factors that affect individual health status: age gender constitution lifestyle diet personal and medical history values and attitudes balance of rest and activity physical environment social environment	Clinic Skills  Observation Log & Knowledge and Skills Assessment	Workplace Performance/ Written Task
client information required prior to physical assessment, including: case history client expectations	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
considerations for performing physical massage assessments: environment equipment client privacy client instructions	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
physical assessment techniques, how and when they are used, including: postural assessment range of motion (active, passive and resisted) palpation	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
contraindications to treatment and possible indications for referral, including: protracted pain or pain which is non re-producible or neural in origin fatigue circulatory disorders inflammation lumps and tissue changes rashes and changes in the skin oedema mood alterations infection changes in habits such as appetite elimination or sleep bleeding and bruising nausea, vomiting or diarrhoea temperature-hot or cold	Knowledge Assessment	Written Tasks
major muscle anatomy, including: surface anatomy origin and insertion palpable bony landmarks reciprocal inhibition, antagonist/agonist, synergists actions including individual actions, planes and synergistic groups of the following muscles: temporalis masseter frontalis sternocleidomastoid trapezius levator scapulae latissimus dorsi supraspinatus infraspinatus teres major teres minor subscapularis rhomboids pectoralis major pectoralis minor rectus abdominis quadratus lumborum psoas erector spinae gluteus maximus gluteus medius piriformis quadriceps tibialis anterior peroneals hamstrings adductor magnus adductor longus gastrocnemius soleus deltoid biceps brachii triceps brachii flexor carpi radialus flexor carpi ulnaris palmaris longus pronator teres brachioradialis extensor carpi radialis supinator	Knowledge and Skills Formative Assessment x 5 Regions	Written & Practical Tasks
skeleton: bones of the body major bony landmarks surface anatomy and palpable bony landmarks bone growth and remodelling	Knowledge Assessment	Written Tasks
joints: joint classifications – fibrous, cartilaginous, synovial (glide, plane, ball/socket, saddle, hinge, condyloid, pivot) joint actions	Knowledge and Skills Formative Assessment x 5 Regions	Written & Verbal Tasks
physiology: soft tissue: muscle contraction muscle physiology (reflexes, chemistry, proprioceptors) tendons and ligaments fascia	Knowledge Assessment	Written Tasks
hard tissue: bone growth and development abnormal bone growth	Knowledge Assessment	Written Tasks
recognition of in terms of contra-indications: inflammation (cardinal signs, physiology at cellular level) injury and wound healing (acute/chronic, stages, grades) pain types tendinopathy	Knowledge Assessment	Written Tasks
Foundation Skills
Core Skills from the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) Reading	Knowledge and Skills Formative Assessment x 5 Regions	Written and Practical Tasks
Writing	Knowledge Assessment	Written Tasks
Oral Communication	Clinic Skills  Observation Log Practical Exam	Workplace Performance Written Tasks
Numeracy	Knowledge and Skills Formative Assessment x 5 Regions	Written and Practical Tasks
Learning	Clinic Skills  Observation Log Knowledge and Skills Formative Assessment x 5 Regions	Workplace Performance Written and Practical Tasks
Employability Skills from the Core Skills for Work Framework (CFW)
Navigate the world of work	1a. Manage career and work life	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
1b. Work with roles, rights and protocols	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
Interact with others	2a. Communicate for work	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
2b. Connect and work with  others	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
2c. Recognise and utilize diverse perspectives	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
Get the work done	3a. Plan and organise	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
3b. Make decisions	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
3c. Identify and solve problems	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
3d. Create and innovate	Clinic Skills  Observation Log	Workplace Performance
3e. Work in a digital world	Clinic Skills  Observation Log Checklist	Workplace Performance

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