Learning Partnerships, Unit Catalogue 2011/12 |
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 Credits:
| 6 |
| Level:
| Certificate (FHEQ level 4) |
| Period: |
Semester 1 at Swindon College |
| Assessment:
| EX40OR10OT50 |
| Supplementary Assessment: | Like-for-like reassessment (where allowed by programme regulations) |
| Requisites:
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| Description:
| Aims: To provide a framework for the specific application of basic and sports massage techniques; To develop knowledge and practical skills in the basic massage techniques and to link them with prevention, rehabilitation and maintenance programmes. Learning Outcomes: At the end of this unit students will be able to: * Prepare the client for sports massage treatment; * Identify massage techniques and their physiological and psychological effects on exercise and performance; * Demonstrate the application of sports massage techniques and evaluate the outcomes of each treatment; * Ensure safe working practice to include health and safety responsibilities. Skills: Intellectual * Research (T, F, A) * Evaluation (T, F, A) Professional * Meeting professional standards (T, F, A) * Reflective practice (F, A) Key/Transferable * Communication (T, F, A) * Working with others (T, F, A) * Problem solving (F, A) Practical * Safe and effective application of massage techniques (T,F, A) * Prioritising time and tasks (A) Content: Massage techniques: effleurage, petrissage, percussion/tapotement, thumb kneading, frictions (longitudinal and transverse), Neuromuscular techniques (NMT), Trigger points (active and passive), Stretch reflex, PNF, scar tissue, Vibrations, Stretch reflex, Connective Tissue Manipulation (CTM); Benefits and effects of massage, selection of massage techniques, media and aftercare. Professional attitude, confidentiality, liaison with medical practitioners; Health and Safety: current legislation, Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), COSHH, (1988); Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976; Data Protection Act (1988); Professional indemnity insurance; Client consultation, accurate records: devise a recording system, insurance, planning treatments. |
| Programme availability: |
AS10406 is Compulsory on the following programmes:Learning Partnerships
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