Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
This qualification covers workers who work as basic level massage therapists. It provides skills in therapeutic relaxation massage including basic health assessment and treatment and may be used by people working:
- within a clinic or in their own clinic
- in an aged care facility
- in a health service
- in a spa facility or
- in a palliative care facility or hospital.
The intent and application of this qualification is defined within the content of the units themselves. RTOs should examine this content when determining the appropriateness of this qualification. This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeships pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
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Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
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PACKAGING RULES 15 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:
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Core units
Common units
BSBWOR203A Work effectively with others
HLTAP401B Confirm physical health status
HLTCOM404C Communicate effectively with clients
HLTCOM405C Administer a practice
HLTCOM406C Make referrals to other health care professionals when appropriate
HLTCOM408C Use specific health terminology to communicate effectively
HLTFA301C Apply first aid
HLTHIR301B Communicate and work effectively in health
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTOHS300B Contribute to OHS processes
Specialisation units
HLTREM401C Work within a massage framework
HLTREM406C Provide massage treatment
HLTREM407C Plan massage treatment
HLTREM408C Apply massage assessment framework
HLTREM409C Perform massage health assessment
The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice
All workers undertaking work in health need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Health Training Package.
