Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

HLTSHU505C Mapping and Delivery Guide
Provide oriental therapies treatment

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency HLTSHU505C - Provide oriental therapies treatment
Description This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to administer client oriental therapy treatment according to the philosophy and practices of an oriental therapy therapeutic framework
Employability Skills This unit contains Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to work in a range of health settingsApplication of this unit should be contextualised to reflect any professional requirements, issues and practices specific to each workplace
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not Applicable
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Manage treatment
  • Explain factors which may interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment
  • Explain how treatment is delivered and managed to the client
  • Request client to monitor reactions and contact practitioner as required
  • Ensure consent for treatment
  • Provide oriental therapy according to the treatment plan
  • Recognise reactions to treatment and promptly respond if necessary
  • Clearly explain time, location and content of future sessions to the client
  • Document recommendations fully
       
Element: Apply therapeutic techniques
  • Apply oriental therapy techniques
  • Position client correctly to optimise their comfort and support while allowing optimum application of techniques
  • Maintain appropriate postures to ensure a controlled distribution of body weight throughout the treatment
  • Maintain client-focused attention throughout the treatment session
  • Determine treatment sequence, location and selection of methods by assessment indications
       
Element: Advise and resource the client
  • Educate the client in relevant and practical techniques for alleviation of symptoms and promotion and maintenance of optimum health
  • Answer client queries with clarity, using appropriate language
  • Use honesty and integrity when explaining treatment plans and recommendations to the client
  • Use appropriate interpersonal skills when explaining treatment plans and recommendations to the client
  • Promote client independence and responsibility in treatment are promoted wherever possible
       
Element: Review treatment
  • Evaluate progress with the client
  • Identify and record effects of previous treatment
  • Review previous treatment plan
  • Evaluate the need for ongoing and/or additional treatment
  • Negotiate changes to the plan with the client to ensure optimal outcomes
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

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

The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills

Observation of performance in the workplace or a simulated workplace (defined as a supervised clinic) is essential for assessment of this unit

Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace

Assessment may contain both theoretical and practical components and examples covering a range of clinical situations

Where, for reasons of safety, space, or access to equipment and resources, assessment takes place away from the workplace, the assessment environment should represent workplace conditions as closely as possible

Assessment of sole practitioners must include a range of clinical situations and different client groups covering at minimum, age, culture and gender

Assessment of sole practitioners must consider their unique workplace context, including:

interaction with others in the broader professional community as part of the sole practitioner's workplace

scope of practice as detailed in the qualification and component competency units

holistic/integrated assessment including:

working within the practice framework

performing a health assessment

assessing the client

planning treatment

providing treatment

Context of and specific resources for assessment:

An appropriately stocked and equipped clinic or simulated clinic environment

Relevant texts or medical manuals

Relevant paper-based/video assessment instruments

Anatomical models

Appropriate assessment environment

Demonstration model/client

Method of assessment

Practical demonstration and observation in the work place

Written assignments/projects or questioning should be used to assess knowledge

Explanations of technique

Oral questioning and discussion

Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice

Clinical skills involving direct client care are to be assessed initially in a simulated clinical setting (laboratory). If successful, a second assessment is to be conducted during workplace application under direct supervision

Access and equity considerations:

All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work

All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment

In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities

Related units:

This unit should be assessed in conjunction with the following related units:

HLTCOM404C Communicate effectively with clients

HLTHIR301B Communicate and work effectively in health

HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

Assessment Tasks

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.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit.

Essential knowledge:

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

This includes knowledge of:

Fundamental structure and function of anatomical systems

History, philosophy and systems of the oriental therapy framework

Legal and regulatory implications of treatment

Possible reactions and contra-indications to treatment

Technical and practical knowledge of treatment

The location of acupressure points on the 12 primary meridians, ren mai and du mai

Understanding of physiology and anatomy

Understanding of the fundamental principles of biomechanics

Essential skills:

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

This includes the ability to:

Apply commonly used treatment techniques listed under the range of variables

Communicate effectively with client

Communicate with people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds

Complete documentation of all recommendations and client responses

Ensure all treatment or care delivered is consistent with legislative and regulatory requirements

Gather and interpret information through the tactile senses

Identify prominent bones/structure and major muscle groups through palpation

Incorporate the philosophies and beliefs of an oriental therapy framework

Interpret letters and other documentation from other health professionals to assist in administering treatment

Manage time throughout consultation and treatment

Prepare the client for treatment according to oriental therapy principles

Provide treatment according to the individual, condition and the presence of complicating factors. It must be the safest, most efficacious method that is also cost effective to the client

Provide treatment using a range of oriental therapy methods

Refer to other health care professionals

Review treatment plan

Treat of a range of conditions/disease states

Use counselling as a treatment method, where competence exists

Use equipment and resources competently and safely

Write referrals, appraisal letters for insurance companies and other documentation

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Factors which interfere with the effectiveness of treatment may include:

Other medical treatment being undertaken

Client's physical and psychological readiness and/or wellness

Cultural and/or religious factors

Contra-indications to treatment

Post treatment activity

Overeating

Intoxication

Mode of administration may include:

Requirement for feedback and interaction

Various oriental therapy techniques

Variations in application intensity

Requirement of specified positioning of client

Reactions may include:

Pain and/or discomfort

Feedback - verbal, tactile, visual

Muscular spasms

Temperature discomfort

Responses to reactions may include:

Adjusting treatment accordingly

Seeking appropriate expertise

Discussing reaction with the client

Adhering to clinic guidelines for response to accidents and emergencies

Using First Aid procedures according to \St Johns, Australian Red Cross or other appropriate First Aid training

Maintaining a senior first aid certificate which is renewed at least every three years

Accessing local emergency services

Effective response to client feedback and/or complaints

Consent for treatment refers to:

Informed consent according to the local and national regulations and legal guidelines

Appropriate postures refers to:

Balanced distribution of body weight

Ability to apply direct perpendicular contact pressure to appropriate areas of the body

Comfort and safety

Relaxation of the body

Size, mobility and flexibility

Oriental therapy techniques may include:

Acupressure

An mo

Tui na

Gua sha

Moxibustion

Point energetics

Cupping

Stretching, posture and exercise techniques

Elbows, feet, knees, ball of thumb, hand pressure techniques

Meridian stretching techniques

Namikoshi, barefoot and ohashi shiatsu, zen shiatsu sequences and techniques

Hara diagnosis, tonification/dispersal and whole body sequences

Demonstration and explanation of suggested corrective postures, stretches, movements

Demonstration and explanation of suggested activities such as tai qi, qi gong, yoga, sotai

Ability to apply relaxation, meditation and stress management techniques

Dietary strategy - selection of specific foods preparation and combinations

Advice on medicinal drinks, poultices and meals

Spiritual and emotional counselling

Assessment indications include:

Oriental therapy meridian and point locations and indications

Namikoshi empirical or experimental point locations and indications

Palpatory evidence or feedback responses

Masunaga meridian system indications

Anatomical or mobility/flexibility assessment and indications

Advise and resource the client refers to:

Providing relevant literature or information materials

Referring client to other information sources

Providing advise regarding self-care

Stress management resources

Environmental modifications

Counselling within the parameters of training

Advising client of suggested resources

Providing of details which help to fully inform client of relevant information

Providing referrals to other health professionals

Availability of products required or suggested for treatment

Practical techniques that promote and maintain optimal health may include:

Oriental therapy techniques and strategies for improvement

Postural improvement strategies

Corrective postures, stretches, movements

Activities such as tai qi, qi gong, yoga, sotai

Relaxation, meditation and stress management techniques

Discussion of causes of condition and suggestion of prevention strategies

Simple follow-up activities and/or strategies to work on between sessions

Activities and/or tasks to avoid

Self-shiatsu techniques

Dietary suggestions

Environmental or lifestyle modifications

Stress management strategies

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.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Explain factors which may interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment 
Explain how treatment is delivered and managed to the client 
Request client to monitor reactions and contact practitioner as required 
Ensure consent for treatment 
Provide oriental therapy according to the treatment plan 
Recognise reactions to treatment and promptly respond if necessary 
Clearly explain time, location and content of future sessions to the client 
Document recommendations fully 
Apply oriental therapy techniques 
Position client correctly to optimise their comfort and support while allowing optimum application of techniques 
Maintain appropriate postures to ensure a controlled distribution of body weight throughout the treatment 
Maintain client-focused attention throughout the treatment session 
Determine treatment sequence, location and selection of methods by assessment indications 
Educate the client in relevant and practical techniques for alleviation of symptoms and promotion and maintenance of optimum health 
Answer client queries with clarity, using appropriate language 
Use honesty and integrity when explaining treatment plans and recommendations to the client 
Use appropriate interpersonal skills when explaining treatment plans and recommendations to the client 
Promote client independence and responsibility in treatment are promoted wherever possible 
Evaluate progress with the client 
Identify and record effects of previous treatment 
Review previous treatment plan 
Evaluate the need for ongoing and/or additional treatment 
Negotiate changes to the plan with the client to ensure optimal outcomes 

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