Course Title: Provide remedial massage treatments

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2016

Course Code: SPRT5104C

Course Title: Provide remedial massage treatments

School: 155T Vocational Health and Sciences

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5357 - 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 

bianca.alivizatos@rmit.edu.au

Ph: 9925-4898

 

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 unit is co-delivered with:
HLTMSG003/SPRT5102C Perform remedial massage musculoskeletal assessments
SISFFIT018/SPRT5108C Promote functional movement capacity

Course Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for and provide remedial massage treatments based on the outcomes of an existing health assessment and treatment plan.
This unit applies to remedial massage therapists working with clients presenting with soft tissue dysfunction, musculoskeletal imbalance or restrictions in range of motion (ROM).


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

HLTMSG005 Provide remedial massage treatments

Element:

1. Prepare client for treatment

Performance Criteria:

                           

1.1 Interpret treatment plan and clearly outline how the treatment will be provided and managed

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 remedial massage techniques and sequences

Performance Criteria:

                           

 

 

 

 

2.1 Determine treatment sequence, location and degree of pressure according to assessment indications

2.2 Use the condition and response of the client as a continual feedback to the initial assessment

2.3 Position client to optimise their comfort and support while allowing for optimum application of techniques

2.4 Maintain client dignity through use of draping

2.5 Maintain therapist postures that ensure a controlled distribution of body weight

2.6 Maintain client-focused attention throughout the treatment session

2.7 Recognise reactions to treatment and respond promptly

 

Element:

3. Provide advice and resources to the client

Performance Criteria:

                           

3.1 Educate client in relevant and practical techniques that support the treatment plan

3.2 Answer client queries with clarity, using language the client understands

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

3.4 Promote client independence and responsibility in treatment

3.5 Discuss and agree on evaluation strategies

3.6 Accurately document treatment provided and details of client communications


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

           

 

RM Treatment and Assessment 2016 - D16C

RMIT week

Date

Class Topics and Assessments

Pre-reading chapter

7

9/2

No Class – Orientation

Flipped classroom – Modalities

4 - 8

8

16/2

Cervical Region

12

 

9

23/2

Cervical Region

12

 

10

1/3

Skills Assessment – Cx

 

 

11

8/3

Shoulder Region

15

 

12

15/3

Shoulder Region

15

 

13

22/3

Mid Semester Break

14

29/3

15

5/4

Skills Assessment – Shoulder

 

 

16

12/4

Elbow

16

 

17

19/4

Forearm, wrist and hand

16 & 17

 

18

26/4

Skills Assessment – Elbow and Wrist

 

 

19

3/5

Thoracic and Lumbar Regions

10, 11 & 14

 

20

10/5

Hip and Pelvis Region

10 & 18

 

21

17/5

Hip and Pelvis Region

10 & 18

 

22

24/5

Skills Assessment – Tx, Lx and Hip

 

 

23

31/5

Thigh and Knee Regions

19

 

24

7/6

Lower leg and foot

20

 

25

14/6

Knowledge Assessment

 

Skills Assessment – Knee and Ankle

 

 

Musculoskeletal Anatomy 2 2016 - D16C

RMIT week

Date

Class Topics and Assessments

7

 

8/2

Ax Rx - Subjective and Objective Assessment

8

 

15/2

Cervical Region

9

 

24/2

Cervical Region

10

29/2

Knowledge Assessment – Cx and Modalities

Scapula and GHJ

11

 

7/3

Scapula and GHJ

12

 

14/3

Labour Day

13

 

21/3

Mid Semester Break

14

 

28/3

15

4/4

Knowledge Assessment – Scapula and GHJ

Brachium

16

 

11/4

Forearm, wrist and hand

17

 

18/4

Forearm, wrist and hand

18

25/4

Knowledge Assessment – Brachium, wrist and hand

Abdomen

19

 

2/5

Thoracic and Vertebral Column

20

 

9/5

Hip and Pelvis

21

 

16/5

Hip and Pelvis

22

23/5

Knowledge Assessment – Tx, Vertebral column, Abdomen and Hip

Thigh and Knee

23

 

30/5

Lower Leg and Foot

24

 

6/6

Lower Leg, Foot and CNS

25

13/6

Queen’s Birthday

14/6

Knowledge Assessment  - Thigh, Knee, Lower Leg, Foot, CNS

Skills Assessment – Knee and Ankle

 


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

 1. Theoretical and Practical Exam 

 2. Clinic Skills Checklist. This is to be completed during student clinic shifts. 

The tasks in this unit of competency replicate the necessary skills and knowledge required to provide remedial massage treatments within the industry

 
Assessment Matrix

The assessment mapping demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency and with the performance evidence, knowledge evidence and assessment conditions for each unit.

 

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 : HLTMSG005

NATIONAL UNIT NAME: Provide remedial massage treatments

RMIT CODE:

SPRT5104C

Co-Delivery: HLTMSG003/SPRT5102C Perform remedial massage musculoskeletal assessments & SISFFIT018/SPRT5018C Promote functional movement capacity

Elements

Performance Criteria

Related Assessment Tasks

Assessment Method/

Types of Evidence  

1.       Prepare client for treatment

1.1    Interpret treatment plan and clearly outline how the treatment will be provided and managed

- Clinic Skills Checklist

- Practical Exam

Workplace Performance &

Case Study/Role Play

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

- Clinic Skills Checklist

Workplace Performance


Assessment Tasks

           

Treatment & Assessment - D16C

 

Knowledge and Skills Assessments:

 

There will be 5 assessments to assess your ability to apply the skills and knowledge delivered in class and outlined in the course notes.

 Knowledge Assessment

1.     Cervical and Modalities Knowledge Assessment                                        29th February

2.     Shoulder Knowledge Assessment                                                             4th April

3.     Elbow and Wrist Knowledge Assessment                                                  25th April

4.     Tx, Lx and Hip Knowledge Assessment                                                     23th May

5.     Knee and Ankle Knowledge Assessment                                                   14th June

 

Skills Assessment

1.     Cervical Skills Assessment                                                                       1st March

2.     Shoulder Skills Assessment                                                                      5th April

3.     Elbow and Wrist Skills Assessment                                                           26th April

4.     Tx, Lx and Hip Skills Assessment                                                              24th May

5.     Knee and Ankle Skills Assessment                                                            14th June

                     

CLINICAL PRACTICE:

 

There will be aspects of these co-delivered units that need to be demonstrated within your clinical practice in the student clinic. Please see your Clinic Observation Log.                

 

Students must demonstrate competency in each listed assessment task in order to be deemed satisfactory for the unit.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Musculoskeletal Anatomy - D16C

 

 

 

 

 

Knowledge and Skills Assessments:

 

 

 

There will be 5 assessments to assess your ability to apply the skills and knowledge delivered in class and outlined in the course notes.

 

 

 

Knowledge Assessment

 

1.     Cervical and Modalities Knowledge Assessment                                        29th February

 

2.     Shoulder Knowledge Assessment                                                             4th April

 

3.     Elbow and Wrist Knowledge Assessment                                                  25th April

 

4.     Tx, Lx and Hip Knowledge Assessment                                                     23th May

 

5.     Knee and Ankle Knowledge Assessment                                                   14th June

 

 

 

Skills Assessment

 

1.     Cervical Skills Assessment                                                                       30th February

 

2.     Shoulder Skills Assessment                                                                      5th April

 

3.     Elbow and Wrist Skills Assessment                                                           26th April

 

4.     Tx, Lx and Hip Skills Assessment                                                              24th May

 

5.     Knee and Ankle Skills Assessment                                                            14th June

 

 

CLINICAL PRACTICE:

 

There will be aspects of these co-delivered units that need to be demonstrated within your clinical practice in the student clinic. Please see your Clinic Observation Log.

 

Students must demonstrate competency in each listed assessment task in order to be deemed satisfactory for the unit.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Assessment Matrix

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