This unit applies to work in a range of health settings

Application of this unit should be contextualised to reflect any professional requirements, issues and practices specific to each workplace

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Assess females according to a TCM Remedial Massage framework

1.1 Discuss client's condition and refer to relevant documentation

1.2 Assess client

1.3 Ensure client comfort and privacy at all times

1.4 Assess presenting signs and symptoms according to TCM framework

1.5 Discuss assessment with the client

2. Assess children according to a TCM Remedial Massage framework

2.1 Obtain appropriate consent

2.2 Assess client

2.3 Ensure client comfort and privacy at all times

2.4 Assess presenting signs and symptoms according to TCM Remedial Massage framework

2.5 Discuss assessment with the client and/or significant others

3. Provide support for women's health

3.1 Provide TCM Remedial Massage women's health treatment

3.2 Position client correctly to optimise their comfort and support while allowing optimum application of techniques

3.3 Maintain appropriate postures to ensure a controlled distribution of body weight throughout the treatment

3.4 Maintain client-focused attention throughout the treatment session

3.5 Determine treatment sequence, location and degree of pressure applied by assessment indications

4. Provide care for children

4.1 Provide TCM Remedial Massage children's health treatment

4.2 Position client correctly to optimise their comfort and support while allowing optimum application of techniques

4.3 Maintain appropriate postures to ensure a controlled distribution of body weight throughout the treatment

4.4 Maintain client-focused attention throughout the treatment session

4.5 Determine treatment sequence, location and degree of pressure applied by assessment indications

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:

The philosophies, principles and tools of TCM Remedial Massage practice

The theory of gynaecology and obstetrics according to TCM, including:

birth options and settings

contraindications and precautions

cultural perspectives on birth and birthing

gestational disorders

gestational disorders

gynaecological and obstetric TCM physiology, pathology, aetiology, diagnosis, differentiation of gynaecological conditions

pre and post-partum disorders

the development of TCM gynaecology and obstetrics

the TCM Remedial Massage therapist as part of the neonatal health practitioner team

the treatment of pain, anxiety and other conditions during labour;

therapeutic principles and methods

The theory of paediatric development according to TCM

The theory of paediatric massage according to TCM, including:

contraindications and precautions

paediatric TCM physiology, pathology, aetiology, diagnosis, differentiation of paediatric conditions

the development of TCM paediatric

Therapeutic principles and methods

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:

Appropriately record details of client enquiries according to clinic guidelines

Correctly identify client information needs

Provide client with required information about their condition

Provide treatment appropriate to the needs of the client

Work or model work which demonstrates an understanding of underpinning values and philosophies in the TCM Remedial Massage framework

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

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

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

Appropriate assessment environment

Skilled assessors

Method of assessment

Observation in the work place (if possible)

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

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

Short tests and essays

Oral questioning and discussion

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

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.

Assessment may include:

Assessment of physical features

Palpation

Observation

Listening and smelling

Taking of blood pressure, temperature, radial pulse rate and quality

Percussion

Listening to heart and chest sounds using a stethoscope

TCM pattern differentiation

Discussion/questioning

Any other method in which the practitioner has been trained to a competent standard

Procedure which is conducted according to legislative and regulatory requirements

TCM Remedial Massage women and children's health treatment may include the following methods:

Acupressure

An mo

Tui na

Gua sha

Moxibustion

Cupping

A range of TCM Remedial Massage sequences and techniques

This unit contains Employability Skills