Course Title: HLTREM502C PrvdRemMassageTrmnt

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2015

Course Code: SPRT5079C

Course Title: HLTREM502C PrvdRemMassageTrmnt

School: 155T Vocational Health and Sciences

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5207 - Diploma of Remedial Massage

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

Bianca Alivizatos 9925 4898

bianca.alivizatos@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 240

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 course is delivered concurrently with the following course:

HLTREM505C Provide Remedial Massage Health Assessment

Course Description

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to administer client remedial massage treatment according to the philosophy and practices of a remedial massage framework.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

HLTREM502C Provide remedial massage treatment

Element:

1. Manage treatment

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Explain factors which may interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment

1.2 Explain mode of administration and management of the treatment to the client

1.3 Request client to monitor reactions and contact practitioner as required

1.4 Ensure consent for treatment

1.5 Drape client to expose only the part of the body being worked on

1.6 Provide massage according to the treatment plan

1.7 Recognise reactions to treatment and promptly if necessary

1.8 Explain time, location and content of future sessions clearly to the client
 

Element:

2. Apply remedial massage techniques

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Apply massage techniques

2.2 Apply remedial massage techniques to achieve specific therapeutic outcome

Element:

3. Advise and resource the client

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Educate the client in relevant and practical techniques for promotion and maintenance of optimum health

3.2 Answer client queries with clarity, using the appropriate language

3.3 Use honesty and integrity when explaining treatment plans and recommendations to the client

3.4 Use appropriate interpersonal skills when explaining treatment plans and recommendations to the client

3.5 Promote client independence and responsibility in treatment wherever possible

Element:

4. Review treatment

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Evaluate progress with the client

4.2 Identify and record effects of previous treatment

4.3 Review previous treatment plan

4.4 Evaluate need for ongoing and/or additional treatment

4.5 Negotiate changes to the plan with the client to ensure optimal outcomes

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

Remedial Massage Ax Rx 2015 (D15F)

RMIT Week Date Class and Activities Pre-Reading
7 9 Feb  No Class, Orientation  
10 Feb  Subject Guide and Assessments Discussed
 Subjective/Objective Examination		 Chapter 1-3
8 16 Feb  Subjective/Objective Examination  Chapter 1-3
17 Feb
9 23 Feb  Modalities  Chapter 4-8
24 Feb
10 2 Mar  Cervical Region  Chapter 12
3 Mar
11 9 Mar  Labour Day  
10 Mar  History Taking & Modalities Test  
12 16 Mar  Cervical Region Chapter 12
17 Mar  Shoulder Region  
13 23 Mar  Shoulder Region  Chapter 15
24 Mar
14 30 Mar  Shoulder and Elbow Region  Chapter 15 & 16
31 Mar  Elbow Region  Chapter 16
15 6 Apr  Mid Semester Break  
7 Apr
16 13 Apr  Practical Exam 1 
14 Apr  Head and Face  Chapter 13
17 20 Apr  Forearm, Wrist & Hand  Chapter 16 & 17
21 Apr
18 27 Apr  Thoracic Region  Chapter 11 & 14
28 Apr
19 4 May  Lumbar Spine Region  Chapter 10
5 May
20 11 May  Hip and Pelvis Region  Chapters 10 & 18
12 May
21 18 May  Hip and Pelvis Region  Chapter 10 & 18
19 May  Lumbo-pelvic Review - Case Studies
22 25 May  Thigh and Knee Region  Chapter 19
26 May
23 1 Jun  Lower Leg and Foot Region  Chapter 20
2 Jun
24 8 Jun  Queens Birthday  
9 Jun  Practical Exam 2
25 15 Jun  No class 

 

Remedial Massage Ax Rx 2015 (D15F)  

RMIT Week Date Class and Activities Pre-Reading
7 10 Feb Subject Guide and Assessments Discussed
Introduction to Anatomy		  
8 17 Feb  Cx  
9 24 Feb  Cx  
10 3 Mar  Scaupla & GHJ  
11 10 Mar  Scapula & GHJ  
12 17 Mar  Brachium, Forearm, Wrist  
13 24 Mar  Brachium, Forearm, Wrist  
14 31 Mar  Abdomen
 Revision		  
15 7 Apr  Mid Semester Break  
16 13 Apr  Practical Exam 1 (with Ax Rx)  
14 Apr  Thoracic and Vertebral Column
17 21 Apr  Hip and Pelvis  
18 28 Apr  Hip and Pelvis  
19 5 May  Knee Joint and Thigh  
20 12 May  Knee Joint and Thigh  
21 19 May  Lower Leg and Foot  
22 26 May  Lower Leg and Foot  
23 2 Jun  CNS
 Revision		  
24 9 Jun  Practical Exam 2 (with Ax Rx)  
25 16 Jun  Theory Exam  

 

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) (D14J)
RMIT Week Date Class and Activities
7 11th Feb History of MLD, the Lymphatic System, contraindications|
Lymphoedema: Primary & Secondary
8 18th Feb Written assessment: Health barriers and the modern world, MS pathology discussion hand techniques
9 25th Feb Opening sequence
10 4th March Opening re-cap & Arm sequence
11 12th March Arm sequence recap & Chest sequence
12 18th March Chest sequence re-cap & stomach
13 25th March Stomach re-cap & Leg
14 1st April Leg re-cap & full body re-cap
15 8th April Mid Semester Break
16 15th April Practical Mock Assessment
17 22nd April Final Assessment

 

Week  Date FMCE 1 (D14J)
18 30th April Subject Overview|
Session 1 Stretch physiology
19 7th May Session 2 Types of stretching
20 14th May Session 3 Posture and ergonomics
21 21st May Session 4 Cx & Tx
22 28th May Session 5 Tx, shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand
23 4th June Session 7 Hip & pelvis
24 11th June Session 8 Thigh & lower leg
25 18t No Class - RM AxRx Exam


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources


Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course forms part of the Diploma of Remedial Massage.
Assessment is typically based around written and/or online tests, assignments, reflective journals, evidence portfolio’s, logbooks and/or practical demonstrations.
Assessment may also take place in a simulated work situation such as a supervised student clinic.
Competency based training requires the student to be in attendance in order for assessment to be undertaken.
Assessment is undertaken through successful completion of all assessment activities and classroom, project & industry participation.
Assessments are spaced across the duration of the course, in order for your teacher to provide you with progressive feedback.
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.
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.
An RMIT assessment charter (http://mams.rmit.edu.au/kh6a3ly2wi2h1.pdf) summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers.
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies and procedures which are described and referenced in a single document, the Assessment policies and procedures manual (http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=ln1kd66y87rc).
 


Assessment Tasks

This cluster is made up of the following course topics:

  • Remedial Massage Assessment & Treatment Tech’s (RM AxRx)
  • Musculoskeletal Anatomy II (MSA 2)
  • Musculoskeletal Pathology (MS Path)
  • Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)
  • Functional Movement & Corrective Exercise I (FMCE I)

Remedial Massage Assessment & Treatment Tech’s (RM AxRx)

WRITTEN ASSESSMENT:
1. Written History Taking and Modalities test
Pass mark 70% 10th March 2015|

PRACTICAL TESTS:
There will be 2 Practical Assessments to assess your ability to apply the skills and knowledge delivered in class and outlined in the course notes.
2. Practical Case Study Assessment 1 - Cervical, Shoulder and Elbow 13th April 2015
3. Practical Case Study Assessment 2 - Forearm, Wrist & Hand, Thoracic, Lumbar, Hip, Pelvis, Thigh & Knee, Lower leg & Foot 15th June 2015

CLINICAL PRACTICE:
4. There will be aspects of this cluster of units that needs to be demonstrated within your clinical practice. See clinic checklist.
Students must demonstrate competency in each listed assessment task in order to be deemed satisfactory for this course topic.

Musculoskeletal Anatomy II (MSA 2)

WRITTEN ASSESSMENT:
1. Written Theory Test - This test will assess knowledge on Anatomy including but not limited to attachments, actions, interrelationship between muscles and regions.
You will have 90 minutes to complete this exam. It will include a range of True & False, Multiple choice, label the diagram and short answer questions.
Pass mark 70% 16th June 2015

PRACTICAL TESTS:
There will be 2 Practical Assessments to assess your ability to apply the skills and knowledge delivered in class. This exam will be conducted in conjunction with the Assessment and Treatment exam.
2. Practical Case Study Assessment 1 13th April 2015
3. Practical Case Study Assessment 2 9th June 2015
Students must demonstrate competency in each listed assessment task in order to be deemed satisfactory for this course topic.

Musculoskeletal Pathology (MS Path)

In order to be deemed as satisfactory for this subject, you will be required to complete three, two hour written theoretical tests assessing your essential knowledge of musculoskeletal pathologies. The dates for each written theory test are outlined below:

  • Week 12 - Theory Test 1: 18th March 2015
  • Week 19 - Theory Test 2: 13th May 2015
  • Week 23 - Theory Test 3: 17th June 2015 One Online Theory Test:
    In addition, you will also be required to complete one online theory test which will assess your understanding of specific essential knowledge related to musculoskeletal pathologies. The pass mark for this assessment task is 100%. The date for this online theory test is stated below
  • Week 21 - Online Theory Test: 3rd June 2015

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)
In order to be deemed satisfactory you will need to perform client assessment history form and perform a full bodied 90min Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) treatment, incorporating the techniques and sequences taught in class.

  • Week 17 - Practical Test : 22 April 2015.

Functional Movement & Corrective Exercise I (FMCE 1)
In order to be deemed satisfactory you will need to demonstrate various tasks learnt within this course topic, within your clinical practice. See clinic checklist. 

  •  Weeks 17 - 23 - Clinical Practice: 4th May 2015 to 3rd June 2015

                                         


Assessment Matrix

Unit: HLTREM502C

National Code: Provide Remedial Massage Treatment

  • Remedial Massage Assessment & Treatment Tech’s (RM AxRx)
     
Unit: HLTREM502C
National Code: Provide Remedial Massage Treatment
Assessment Tasks Elements/PCs Required Knowledge Required Skills Critical Aspects
 1/9 2/2   3/5  4/5
Written History Taking & Modalities Test  1.1       5, 6, 11  3  
Practical Case Study
Assessment 1		 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.9 2.1, 2.2 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5   1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 11, 15, 16, 17 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.1-5.18, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Practical Case Study
Assessment 2		 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.9 2.1, 2.2 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5   1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 11, 15, 16, 17 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.1-5.18, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Clinic Checklist            8, 19  7.1
  • Musculoskeletal Anatomy II (MSA 2)
Unit: HLTREM502C
National Code: Provide Remedial Massage Treatment
Assessment Tasks Elements/PCs
 		 Required Knowledge Required Skills Critical Aspects
1/9 2/2 3/5 4/5
Surface Anatomy Practical Test 1 1.5       9 7, 10, 11, 13 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Surface Anatomy Practical Test 2 1.5       9 7, 10, 11, 13 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Written Theory Test         3, 9, 10, 12, 16, 17   5
  • Musculoskeletal Pathology (MS Path)
Unit: HLTREM502C
National Code: Provide Remedial Massage Treatment
Assessment Tasks
 Elements/PCs Required Knowledge Required Skills Critical Aspects
1/9 2/2 3/5 4/5
Test 1 1.2       6, 7, 8, 16 3, 5.1, 11 1, 5
Test 2         6, 7, 8, 16   1, 5
Test 3         6, 7, 8, 10, 13, 14, 16   1, 5
Online Theory Test         10.3, 10.4, 10.7, 13, 14.1, 14.2 & 14.5   1, 5
  • Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)
Unit: HLTREM502C
National Code: Provide Remedial Massage Treatment
Assessment Tasks Elements/PCs Required Knowledge Required Skills Critical Aspects
1/9 2/2 3/5 4/5
MLD theory test         4, 5, 6, 10.5, 11, 14.1, 14.3, 14.4   5
Practical assessment 1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 2.1, 2.2 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5   4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5 1, 2, 5.7,12,14, 15, 16, 17 1, 2, 3, 7.2 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8
  •  Functional Movement & Corrective Exercise I (FMCE I)
Assessment Task Elements/ PCs Required Knowledge (17) Required Skills (19) Critical aspects of evidence (7)
1/9 2/2 3/5 4/5
FMCE I clinic skills checklist   2.1 3.1     5.14 3

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