Required skills

The following skills must be assessed as part of this unit

interpersonal and communication skills to

develop rapport with clients when conveying service and product advice

ask questions to identify and confirm requirements

use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences

use and interpret nonverbal communication

explain the features benefits and application processes of Indian head massage

technical skills to

monitor client comfort and wellbeing at regular intervals

safely perform and sequence Indian head massage techniques to meet client needs

respond to contraindications and adverse effects

literacy skills to read comprehend and update treatment plans relevant workplace documents and treatment information

numeracy skills to comprehend and achieve workplace treatment time frames

critical thinking skills to evaluate outcomes of Indian head massage and recommend further treatments

Required knowledge

The following knowledge must be assessed as part of this unit

history origins and traditions of Indian head massage

basics of Ayurveda and Ayurvedic bodywork

anatomy and physiology of the

body and body structures as they relate to Indian head massage

skin and skin structures as they relate to Indian head massage

classifications of massage techniques and the effects of massage on clients

how to apply and adapt massage to meet client needs

why effective client breathing is necessary before starting the treatment

what constitutes a contraaction for example

tiredness

heightened emotional state

course of action in the event of a contraaction occurring during treatment

reasons for recording contraactions

workplace service time frames for Indian head massage treatments

posttreatment recommendations to clients such as food and drink intake

benefits of continuous treatments

principles of body mind and spiritual wellness

properties and benefits of carrier oils used in Indian head massage treatments such as sweet almond sesame coconut and olive

how the operators own breathing techniques can enhance the effectiveness of the treatment process by maintaining stamina and concentration

principles and practice of Marma pressure point application

principles and practices of the seven primary chakra areas in relation to Indian head massage treatment

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential

interacting with clients in a polite and friendly manner

planning treatments to meet client needs

safely performing Indian head massage according to the range statement and within workplace service time frames

recognising and managing contraindications and adverse effects

providing treatment and posttreatment advice

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

that competency is consistently demonstrated over a period of time and observed by the assessor or the technical expert working in partnership with the assessor as described in the Assessment Guidelines

that competency is demonstrated the workplace or a simulated workplace environment in a range of real work situations which may include client interruptions and involvement in other related activities normally expected in the workplace

Assessment must ensure access to

an environment which includes as a minimum

individual treatment spaces

adjustable massage chair or couch with safe working access for operator and equipment

appropriate supply of small towels

massage medium

appropriate cleaning and disinfection products and equipment

relevant workplace documentation including

manufacturers equipment instructions

product instructions

manufacturer safety data sheets

workplace policies and procedures manuals

range of clients seeking Indian head massage treatments

For further guidance on the use of an appropriate simulated environment refer to the Assessment Guidelines in this Training Package

Methods of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge The following examples are appropriate for this unit

direct observation of the learner providing Indian head massage over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies including

consulting clients and planning treatments

performing Indian head massage according to the range statement and within workplace service time frames

providing posttreatment advice

written and oral questioning appropriate to the language and literacy level of the learner to assess knowledge and understanding of the required skills and knowledge of this unit

completion of selfpaced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from a trainer or supervisor

thirdparty reports from experienced beauty therapists in the workplace

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example

SIBBSPAA Work in a spa therapies framework

SIBBSPA501A Work in a spa therapies framework

SIBBSPAA Plan spa programs

SIBBSPA502A Plan spa programs

SIBBSPAA Provide spa therapies

SIBBSPA503A Provide spa therapies.

Consultation may include:

Clients may include:

Indian head massage must include:

Treatment objectives may include:

Client's relevant medical history must include:

Contraindications may include:

Lifestyle may include:

Treatment plan may include:

Environmental conditions may include:

Massage medium may include:

Massage techniques may include:

Parts of the body may include:

Adverse reactions may include:

Future treatment advice may include:

Recommended actions and home care may include: