Formats and tools
- Unit Description
- Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
- 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 HLTREF503C, 'Provide reflexology treatment'.
- Google Links
- links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
- Books
- Reference books for 'Provide reflexology treatment' 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 |
1. Manage the treatment | 1.1 Explain factors which may interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment 1.2 Explain to the client the mode of administration and management of the treatment 1.3 Inform the client of possible physical or emotional reactions during the treatment 1.4 Inform the client of possible physical or emotional reactions following a session and the appropriate course of action to take 1.5 Recognise reactions to treatment and respond promptly if necessary 1.6 Drape client for warmth with feet and hands exposed as appropriate 1.7 Provide reflexology according to treatment plan 1.8 Clearly explain the time, location and content of future sessions to the client 1.9 Document recommendations 1.10 Record client and practitioner comments on treatment |
2. Apply reflexology and relaxation techniques | 2.1 Apply a range of relaxation techniques 2.2 Apply a range of reflexology techniques according to the reflexology worked, general health of the client, tissue condition, age , health and sensitivity 2.3 Use leverage and appropriate pressure as required to work specific techniques, while holding and supporting the foot adequately 2.4 Work on all reflexology of both feet according to body systems or utilising an appropriate sequence 2.5 Ensure the length of the session time is appropriate for the client and for the techniques and sequence used |
3. Advise and resource the client | 3.1 Answer client queries with clarity and using appropriate language 3.2 Use honesty and integrity when explaining treatment plans and recommendations to client 3.3 Use appropriate interpersonal skills when explaining treatment plans and recommendations to clients 3.4 Promote client independence and responsibility in treatment whenever possible |
4. Review the treatment | 4.1 Evaluate progress with the client 4.2 Identify and record effects of previous treatment 4.3 Review the previous treatment plan 4.4 Evaluate the need for ongoing and/or additional treatment 4.5 Negotiate changes to the treatment plan with the client to ensure optimal outcomes |