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REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Explain the expected effects of a therapeutic reflexology treatment on both a normal and a diseased body

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
262418	Explain the expected effects of a therapeutic reflexology treatment on both a normal and a diseased body
ORIGINATOR
SGB Integrated Health Professions
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
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FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services			Promotive Health and Developmental Services
ABET BAND	UNIT STANDARD TYPE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
Undefined	Regular	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	20
REGISTRATION STATUS		REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE	SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		2018-07-01	2023-06-30	SAQA 06120/18
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30		2027-06-30

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard.

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD

This unit standard will enable learners to understand effects of reflexology techniques and treatments to normal and diseased body systems. The learner will also be able to relate the effects of therapeutic reflexology stimulation to the outcome of reflexology treatments.

Learners credited with this unit standard will be able to:

Identify the relationship between symptoms and specific reflexes related to body systems.

Explain the theory of zone therapy and mapping/charting of reflexes.

Identify specific treatments for given ailments.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Communication at NQF Level 4.

Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 4.

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

N/A

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Identify the relationship between symptoms presented and specific reflexes related to body systems.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The body systems are described in terms of the evidenced manifestations of normal and abnormal functioning.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Body systems include:

Communication, digestive, excretory, body protective, reproductive.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Mechanisms contributing to imbalances in the body systems are identified as evidenced from patient observation.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Symptoms are identified and explained in terms of the presented condition and relevant organ and/or system reflexes.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

System reflexes include:

Cardiovascular, lymphatic, endocrine, urinary, digestive, respiratory, skeletal, reproductive and central nervous reflexes.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Explain the theory of zone therapy and mapping/charting of reflexes.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The body is divided into generally accepted and recognised body zones.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Mapping or charting of reflexes indicates the reflex zones of the body, especially on feet, hands, body and ears that correspond to specific body parts.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Reflex actions are described in terms of their purpose and effect on the corresponding body system.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Identify specific treatments for given and identified ailments within reflexology paradigms.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Specific indicators are observed and interpretations are made in terms of consistency with presented symptoms and the specified paradigm.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Indicators include:

Zonal locations, reflex indicators, bio-mechanic movement, meridian, five senses indicators and lifestyle advice.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Actions are recommended to facilitate the normalisation of the affected systems.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Observations of finding are documented and appropriate referrals are made when necessary.

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.

Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider through the relevant ETQA by SAQA.

Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines and the agreed ETQA procedures.

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

N/A

UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME

N/A

UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES

N/A

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Identifying and solving problems and making decisions using critical and creative thinking are demonstrated by the learner's ability to apply acquired knowledge to practical problems.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Working effectively with others as members of a team, group, organisation or community is demonstrated by the learner's ability to work with other professionals in the field.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Organising and managing oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively is demonstrated by the learner's ability to manage own learning and application of skills.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Collecting, analysing, organising and critically evaluating information is demonstrated by the learner's ability to interpret and identify different body systems and reflexology techniques.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Communicating effectively, using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentations is demonstrated by the learner's ability to communicate information to relevant others.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

Using science and technology effectively and critically showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others is demonstrated by the learner's ability to understand and apply concepts and utilise technology in treatment contexts.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Demonstrating an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation is demonstrated by the learner's ability to identify the different components of the human body and relate in terms of how they are affected by reflexology.

UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA

N/A

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015.

UNIT STANDARD NOTES

N/A

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Elective	65609	National Diploma: Allied Health Therapies	Level 5	NQF Level 05	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2012-06-30

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD:

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