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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 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 Assessment must be undertaken by an assessor who is formally recognised by an Australian kinesiology peak body 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 practitioners workplace scope of practice as detailed in the qualification and component competency units holisticintegrated 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	Resources essential for assessment include qualified assessor who is also recognised by an Australian kinesiology peak body relevant texts or medical manuals relevant paperbasedvideo assessment instruments appropriate assessment environment

Method of assessment	Observation in the work place Written assignmentsprojects 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 Clinical skills involving direct client care are to be assessed initially in a simulated clinical setting If successful a second assessment is to be conducted during workplace application under direct supervision Questioning Role play simulation Short tests and essays

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 andor Torres Strait Islander clients and communities

Related units	This unit should be undertaken after or in conjunction with the following unit HLTAPB Confirm physical health status HLTAP401B Confirm physical health status HLTKINB Work within a kinesiology framework HLTKIN401B Work within a kinesiology framework HLTKINB Apply a kinesiology assessment framework HLTKIN404B Apply a kinesiology assessment framework This unit should be assessed in conjunction with the following related competency units

Range Statement



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 balancing may include:	Other treatments being undertaken Client's physical and psychological readiness and /or wellness Cultural and/or religious factors Contraindications to the balancing such as: pain infection or infectious diseases fatigue inflammation oedema mood alterations e.g. depression, anxiety changes in habits such as appetite elimination or sleep bleeding and bruising nausea, vomiting or diarrhoea temperature - hot or cold sudden loss of weight Post session activities Age, fragility Physical/emotional flexibility

Mode of administration may include:	Muscle monitoring Gently holding/pulsing/rubbing various points on the body Using a surrogate Using other techniques such as vibrational therapies Variations in application intensity Requirement of specified positioning of client Creative imagery Requirements for feedback and interaction

Reactions may include:	Pain and/or discomfort Feedback - verbal, tactile, visual Muscular spasms Sensitivity to balancing Temperature discomfort Emotional release Ongoing mental/emotional/physical/energetic changes

Responses to reactions may include:	Adjusting sessions accordingly Seeking appropriate expertise or referral Discussing responses with client Adhering to clinic guidelines for response to accidents and emergencies Using first aid procedures Maintaining a senior first aid certificate which is renewed at least every three years Accessing local, emergency service Responding effectively to client feedback and complaints

Consent for balancing refers to:	Informed consent according to the local and national regulations and legal guidelines In the case of a minor or ward of the state that an appropriate adult be present during any examination

Kinesiology techniques:	At least four types of balancing techniques outlined below must be demonstrated to an industry standard Muscle balancing techniques: posture analysis and balancing goal balancing meridian energy assessment acupressure points reflexes including spinal, neurolymphatic and neurovascular reactive muscle energy patterns proprioception: spindle cell mechanism and golgi tendon organ Emotional balancing techniques: emotional stress release emotional defusions affirmations balancing with scan lists age recession using muscle montoring reactive stress the amygdala fear/pain control circuit Structural balancing techniques: centring: hyoid, gait and cloacal reflexes cranial faults the temporomandibular joint structural deviations such as scoliosis, frozen shoulder, carpal tunnel etc Continued ...
Kinesiology techniques Cont:	Vibrational balancing techniques: Chinese Law of 5 elements The 7 elements of Chinese acupuncture Tibetan figure 8s Nutritional balancing techniques: nutrient imbalances and bioavailability supplementation food sensitivities digestion excretion imbalances toxicity balancing nutritional issues Neurological balancing techniques: psychological accessing techniques neuro vascular technique neuro lymphatic technique cross crawl integration acupressure holding points technique emotional stress release hydration technique central and governing meridian energy technique neurological switching technique spinal related techniques skeletal balancing techniques muscular balancing techniques breath balancing techniques colour balancing technique sound balancing technique neurological accessing technique meridian energy flow technique

Assessment indications may include:	Indicator muscle monitoring Circuit locating Finger/hand modes Indicator points Meridian indications Level of pain via muscle monitoring feedback

Advise and resource the client refers to:	Providing relevant literature or information material Referring clients to other information sources Providing advice regarding self care Advising client of suggested resources Providing details which help to fully inform client of relevant information Providing referrals to other health professionals Availability of products required or suggested Postural Correction advice

Evaluating progress includes:	Presenting symptoms Duration of symptoms Location of symptoms Sensations

Effects of previous session may include:	Client is better Client is worse No change New state is emerging

Practical techniques that promote and maintain optimal health may include:	Postural improvement strategies Discussion/questioning Simple follow-up activities and/or strategies to work on between sessions Activities and/or tasks to avoid Home reinforcement activities and protocols

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Range Statement