Course Title: Provide remedial massage treatments
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2025
Course Code: REHA5012C
Course Title: Provide remedial massage treatments
School: 535T Social Care and Health
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5426 - Diploma of Remedial Massage
Course Contact: Toby Glennon
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 0320
Course Contact Email: toby.glennon@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Toby Glennon
Bianca Alivizatos
Christine O'Connor
Lambert Cheung
lambert.cheung@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 220
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
There are no pre-requisites for this unit
Course Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, 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 musculoskeletal dysfunction, pain or injury, acute or chronic pain, and pathological conditions.
The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
HLTMSG014 Provide remedial massage treatments |
Element: |
1. Prepare for client treatment. |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1. Review available client information from intake form or records. 1.2. Prepare self, treatment area and equipment for providing treatment in accordance with organisational protocols. 1.3. Clearly outline how the remedial treatment will be provided and managed, based on assessment and agreed treatment approach. 1.4. Discuss with client the possible reactions to treatment and how to respond if any occur. 1.5. Follow work health and safety (WHS) standards and organisational protocols to physically prepare the client for treatment. 1.6. Confirm client informed consent for remedial treatment in accordance with legal and ethical considerations. |
Element: |
2. Use remedial massage treatment techniques. |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1. Apply remedial treatment techniques according to treatment plan. 2.2. Continually monitor and adjust treatment according to client feedback and response. 2.3. Position client to optimise comfort and support while allowing for optimum application of techniques. 2.4. Maintain client dignity through use of draping. 2.5. Maintain efficient and effective use of own and client's body position and movements throughout treatment. 2.6. Maintain client-focused attention throughout treatment. 2.7. Reassess client post-treatment. |
Element: |
3. Provide advice and information to the client. |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1. Provide information and practical techniques to client that support the remedial treatment plan. 3.2. Support client independence and discuss client's role in achieving treatment outcomes. 3.3. Respond to client enquiries using language the client understands. 3.4. Use honesty and integrity when explaining treatment options, schedules and recommendations to the client. 3.5. Document all treatment and findings including post-treatment recommendations. |
Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Elements of Competency above
Details of Learning Activities
This course is a practical unit where students will observe and then perform assessment processes and treatment techniques on their peers
Teaching Schedule
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Assessments |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Biel, A, 2019, "Trail Guide to the Body", 2019, Dorn, Robbin Illustrator |
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Brukner, P & Khan, K, 2017, "Brukner & Khan's Clinical Sports Medicine", 5th edn, McGraw Hill Education, North Ryde, NSW |
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Magee, David J., author.; Manske, Robert C., 2021, "Orthopedic Physical Assessment", Elsevier |
Other Resources
Biel, A, 2019, "Trail Guide to the Body", 2019, Dorn, Robbin Illustrator
Brukner, P & Khan, K, 2017, "Brukner & Khan’s Clinical Sports Medicine", 5th edn, McGraw Hill Education, North Ryde, NSW
Magee, David J., author.; Manske, Robert C., 2021, "Orthopedic Physical Assessment", ElsevierDonnelly, Joseph M., editor.; Fernandez-de-las-Penas, Cesar, editor.; 2019, Travell, Simons & Simons Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction: the trigger point manual", Freeman, Jennifer L. editor.; Simons, David G
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Overview of Assessment
Assessments may include any of the below :
- Case studies
- Quizzes
- Knowledge assessment
- Portfolio assessment
- Role play
- Clinical logbook
- Practical assessments
Assessment Tasks
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, and through the application of learned skills, knowledge and insights.
Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS. There are thirteen (13) summative assessments for this unit, listed below. Feedback will be provided via CANVAS
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace.
To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
Every task must be completed satisfactorily for competence to be achieved. Unless otherwise advised you must submit all work via the RMIT issued assessment tool which is located in Canvas for you to populate.Resubmissions are at the discretion of the PM and/or coordinator. Please see below statement under Resubmission
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria and due datesAssessment Task 1 - Practical regional assessment (6)
Task 1a - Cervical region
Task 1b - Thoracic and Lumbar
Task 1c - Shoulder region
Task 1d - Elbow region
Task 1e - Hip region
Task 1f - Knee and Ankle region
Assessment Task 2 - Online quizzes (7)
There are 7 online knowledge and theory quizzes (a-g)
Results
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Resubmissions
Students are allowed two (2) attempts for each assessment to demonstrate competency for the required skills. If an assessment is not submitted by the due date, or you do not attend a practical assessment, regardless of whether it is a first or second attempt, you must apply for special consideration within five (5) working days. If your application is approved, you will be permitted to complete the assessment task at a later date. Without approval for special consideration, you will receive a 'Not Yet Competent' (NYC) grade for that assessment.
A Supplementary Assessment may be granted at the discretion of the Program Coordinator or Program Manager, following discussions with the teacher and/or Course Advisory Committee. Factors such as class attendance (80-100% requirement), class participation and communication with the teacher will be considered.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises.
It is strongly advised and expected that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Class attendance of less than 80% of the class exercise sessions may negatively impact any possibility of additional submissions (see also above in “Assessment Tasks: Re-submissions”).
If you attend late to a lab/clinic/practical teaching session you must wait to be allowed entrance to the lab/clinic as this can pose a WHS issue, especially if specialised equipment is being used and demonstrated. Teachers are permitted to not allow you to use equipment if formal training has been missed, if this happens you must request a meeting with the teacher and program coordinator to discuss moving forward.
If you miss an assessment or assessable practical class you need to apply for special consideration. The special consideration department will ask you to provide a medical certificate or give other evidence to support your request. Once Special consideration has been applied for the students will wait for the result and then contact their teacher on the outcome.
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If you are prevented from submitting an assessment on time by circumstances outside your control you may apply for an extension of up to seven (7) calendar days to your Program Coordinator through your Canvas Course Shell one working day BEFORE the due date. Please provide evidence and /or valid reasonings why you were unable to complete the submission on time within this email. Extensions cannot be guaranteed if evidence or valid reasons are not given. Eligibility criteria for application and the form is available from the link: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work
Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for special consideration.
Special consideration:
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.), you may submit an application for special consideration within 5 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.
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Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
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