Provide reflexology for relaxation

Formats and tools

Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver HLTREF002, 'Provide reflexology for relaxation'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Provide reflexology for relaxation' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for treatment

1.1 Collect pertinent information regarding client’s general health and foot observations

1.2 Review information and use to inform treatment

1.3 Manage information in a confidential and secure manner

1.4 Access and organise appropriate equipment and materials for treatment

1.5 Prepare the client for treatment with appropriate draping, and confirm comfort levels

1.6 Clearly explain the process of a reflexology treatment to the client

1.7 Advise client of possible physical or emotional reactions both during and after treatment

2. Make feet and hand observations

2.1 Assess and accurately record physical details of feet

2.2 Relate physical condition of feet to client information collected and incorporate into treatment approach

2.3 Observe and record precautions/contra-indications to reflexology and incorporate into treatment approach

3. Select and use reflexology techniques and sequences

3.1 Hold and support feet adequately during treatment

3.2 Use thumb and finger techniques suited to client health status, age, tissue condition and sensitivity

3.3 Apply leverage and pressure as required by selected techniques

3.4 Follow sequences to work all reflexes on both feet and relate to hands, depending on client needs

3.5 Recognise reactions to treatment and provide appropriate response

4. Finalise treatment and advise client

4.1 End the treatment using appropriate protocols

4.2 Provide client with information on recommended follow up activities

4.3 Recognise situations where medical advice is required and advise clients to seek that advice


Qualifications and Skillsets

HLTREF002 appears in the following qualifications:

  • HLT52115 - Diploma of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Remedial Massage
  • HLT52515 - Diploma of Reflexology
  • HLT52015 - Diploma of Remedial Massage
  • HLT42015 - Certificate IV in Massage Therapy