Module Outline
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Surface Anatomy
Surface Anatomy
Module
National Code
State Code
62277
62277
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/07/1994
Field of Education
010913 - Human Biology
Nominal Hours
51
Description
To provide the learner with a knowledge of the major internal structures of the
body.
To enable the student masseur to apply this knowledge by palpation,
visualisation and observation in practical demonstrations.
body.
To enable the student masseur to apply this knowledge by palpation,
visualisation and observation in practical demonstrations.
No information
Evidence Guide
Internal Assessment 100%
Four practical/oral assessment
Written final examination
Final practical assessment
Continuous assessment - practical and oral on:
-Thorax and abdomen
-Arms
-Feet and legs
-Head and neck
Final practical examination in the presence of two
external examiners
The examiners will be provided with 10 cards - on each will be the names of one
organ, one blood vessel, one nerve, one bony prominence, one lymph gland, and
one joint.
One card per candidate will be drawn at random and will be used as a framework
for the final practical examination.
Final written examination (1 hour) - short answer questions
A pass in all assessments is required.
Four practical/oral assessment
Written final examination
Final practical assessment
Continuous assessment - practical and oral on:
-Thorax and abdomen
-Arms
-Feet and legs
-Head and neck
Final practical examination in the presence of two
external examiners
The examiners will be provided with 10 cards - on each will be the names of one
organ, one blood vessel, one nerve, one bony prominence, one lymph gland, and
one joint.
One card per candidate will be drawn at random and will be used as a framework
for the final practical examination.
Final written examination (1 hour) - short answer questions
A pass in all assessments is required.
Elements and Performance Criteria
No information
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Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6988 | 0350 | Diploma of Health Science (Massage) | Accredited course |