Provide therapeutic reflexology treatments

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 HLTREF004, 'Provide therapeutic reflexology treatments'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Provide therapeutic reflexology treatments' 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 client for treatment

1.1 Interpret treatment plan and clearly outline how the treatment will be provided and managed

1.2 Explain factors which may interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment

1.3 Inform and advise client about possible physical or emotional reactions during and following a session

1.4 Follow established protocols to physically prepare the client for treatment

1.5 Confirm client consent for treatment

2. Apply therapeutic reflexology and relaxation techniques

2.1 Select and use relaxation techniques that best prepare the client for treatment

2.2 Use reflexology techniques targeted to required body systems and the relevant reflex areas

2.3 Use and adjust leverage and pressure based on assessment indications and client tolerance

2.4 Use and adjust holding and supporting techniques during treatment to achieve optimum effect

2.5 Follow and complete sequences that target areas of therapeutic need

2.6 Consider general health of the client, tissue condition, age, health and sensitivity

2.7 Maintain client-focussed attention during treatment

2.8 Recognise reactions to treatment and respond promptly as required

3. Provide advice and resources to the client

3.1 Educate client in relevant and practical techniques that support the treatment plan

3.2 Answer client queries with clarity and using language that the client understands

3.3 Provide clear information on techniques being used, their therapeutic benefits and the underpinning philosophy

3.4 Use honesty and integrity when explaining treatment plans, schedules and recommendations to client

3.5 Promote client independence and responsibility in treatment and encourage reflexology self treatment when appropriate

3.6 Discuss and agree on evaluation strategies

3.7 Accurately document treatment provided and details of client communications


Qualifications and Skillsets

HLTREF004 appears in the following qualifications: