You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)
List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here
Assessment task 1: [title] Due date:
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Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.
| Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice | Yes | No | Comments/feedback |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ensure client completes client intake form prior to assessment. | |||
| Clarify client expectations and identify reason client is wanting to receive massage therapy. | |||
| Provide clear information about scope and limits of services to be provided. | |||
| Collect accurate, relevant and organised health record and document in a form which can be interpreted readily by other professionals. | |||
| Recognise needs that are beyond scope of own practice, and discuss other health care options as required with client. | |||
| Identify and respond to any barriers to information gathering and assessment. | |||
| Seek client information respectfully using purposeful, systematic and diplomatic questioning. | |||
| Manage information in a confidential and secure way in accordance with legal and ethical considerations. | |||
| Determine appropriate assessment process. | |||
| Advise client about the assessment process and obtain informed client consent to proceed. | |||
| Follow clinical and therapist hygiene protocols. | |||
| Respect client dignity and anticipate potential sensitivities. | |||
| Seek client feedback on comfort levels throughout assessment process. | |||
| Assess client through palpation and observation. | |||
| Observe and note any client concerns about pain and health. | |||
| Identify and respond to cautions and contra-indications to massage treatment. | |||
| Document all assessment findings. | |||
| Discuss assessment findings to determine treatment needs. | |||
| Discuss assessment and rationale for treatment with the client. | |||
| Respond to client enquiries using language the client understands. | |||
| Discuss referral and collaborative options with the client. | |||
| Obtain informed consent for massage therapy treatment. |
Student name:
Student ID:
I declare that the assessment tasks submitted for this unit are my own work.
Student signature:
Result: Competent Not yet competent
Feedback to student
Assessor name:
Signature:
Date:
Student name:
Student ID:
Assessment task 1: [title] Result: Competent Not yet competent
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Feedback to student:
Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent
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Signature:
Date:
Student signature:
Date: