Modification History
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HLT50307 Diploma of Remedial Massage |
HLT50307 Diploma of Remedial Massage |
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Description
This qualification provides the skills required for competence in remedial massage practice and practitioners at this level may be self employed as independent practitioners or may work within a larger health service. It covers the provision of remedial massage treatment to clients with specific needs such as injury management, rehabilitation, palliative care, aged care, women and children. Practitioners at this level may supervise other massage therapists.
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.
Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
To gain entry into HLT50307 Diploma of Remedial Massage a candidate must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following units of competency from the HLT40312 Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice:
BSBWOR203B Work effectively with others
HLTAP401B Confirm physical health status
HLTCOM404C Communicate effectively with clients
HLTCOM406C Make referrals to other health care professionals when appropriate
HLTCOM408D Use specific health terminology to communicate effectively
HLTFA311A Apply first aid
HLTHIR301C Communicate and work effectively in health
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes
HLTREM401D Work within a massage framework
HLTREM406D Provide massage treatment
HLTREM407C Plan massage treatment
HLTREM408C Apply massage assessment framework
HLTREM409C Perform massage health assessment
Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
PACKAGING RULES 14 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
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Core units
Common units
CHCORG428A Reflect on and improve own professional practice
HLTAP501C Analyse health information (Note pre-requ: HLTAP401B)
HLTCOM502C Develop professional expertise
HLTCOM503D Manage a practice
HLTHIR501C Maintain an effective health work environment
HLTHIR506C Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements
Specialisation units
HLTREM502C Provide remedial massage treatment
HLTREM503C Plan remedial massage treatment strategy
HLTREM504C Apply remedial massage assessment framework
HLTREM505C Perform remedial massage health assessment
HLTREM510B Provide specialised remedial massage treatments (Note pre-requs: HLTREM502C, HLTREM503C, HLTREM504C, HLTREM505C)
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.
Group A electives - recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
Where work involves a specific focus on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or culturally diverse clients or communities, one or both of the following electives is recommended:
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
Other relevant electives
Other electives are to be selected in line with the specified Packaging Rules. The following sample units of competency are suggested as appropriate for this qualification. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address specific workplace needs.
CHCAC318B Work effectively with older people
CHCICS301A Provide support to meet personal care needs
HLTCOM509B Provide services for people with a life challenging illness
HLTCOM510B Provide services to clients with chronic diseases or conditions
HLTREM511B Provide remedial massage treatment for women and children
HLTREM512B Provide remedial massage treatments within a corporate setting
HLTREM513B Provide remedial massage treatment to athletes
HLTSHU509C Maintain personal health and awareness as a professional responsibility