Modification History
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CUAOHS501A |
This version first released with CUA11 Live Performance Training Package version 1.0 |
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to design, implement and evaluate the effectiveness of an advanced exercise program.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to individuals who need to maintain peak fitness for performances that require a high level of stamina, strength and endurance. Physical conditioning is a vital aspect of a performer’s daily routine and to be effective, performers need to develop fitness programs that incorporate a well-developed understanding of anatomy and physiology, the principles of biomechanics, and the way these inform the development of advanced exercise programs. At this level, access to a fully equipped fitness studio or gym is required.
Work performed requires a range of well-developed skills where some discretion and judgement are required and individuals are expected to take responsibility for their own outputs.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Design an advanced exercise program |
1.1. Discuss with relevant personnel the type of advanced exercise program best suited to own performance needs 1.2. Target each component of fitness with advanced applications of exercise modalities 1.3. Apply understanding of the lever and cam systems of exercise equipment when designing fitness programs 1.4. Undertake basic postural screening to determine whether exercises are needed to modify postural irregularities 1.5. Apply the frequency, intensity, type and time (FITT) principle to planning advanced aerobic conditioning, flexibility, muscular strength, endurance and power programs 1.6. Incorporate aspects of somatic methods that match own performance requirements into advanced exercise program 1.7. Document advanced exercise program, building in strategies for ongoing review and amendment |
2. Implement advanced exercise program |
2.1. Always perform warm-up and cool-down procedures in conjunction with exercise activities 2.2. Follow advanced exercise program under appropriate supervision 2.3. Use advanced applications of exercise modalities correctly according to manufacturer or instructor recommendations 2.4. Follow studio or gymnasium rules and etiquette 2.5. Amend exercise program to incorporate feedback and advice from relevant personnel as required |
3. Evaluate advanced exercise program |
3.1. Consider a range of factors when evaluating whether the goals of an advanced exercise program are being achieved 3.2. Evaluate physiological changes that occur as a result of implementing an advanced exercise program 3.3. Note symptoms that indicate over training and take account of these when revising advanced exercise program |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills
- communication skills to:
- discuss aspects of advanced exercise programs with relevant personnel
- interpret and clarify written and verbal instructions
- initiative and enterprise skills to identify exercises that best meet own physical conditioning needs
- planning and organising skills to:
- identify a range of factors to be considered when developing an advanced exercise program
- develop, implement and monitor the effectiveness of an advanced exercise program
- problem-solving skills to:
- resolve problems encountered in training
- redesign an advanced exercise program to take account of issues identified as a result of evaluating the program after implementation
- self-management skills to:
- set goals in relation to increasing fitness levels
- prepare for exercise program through OHS practices
- demonstrate consistency, discipline and commitment in relation to evaluating and monitoring personal fitness levels
- teamwork skills to participate in group training sessions
- technical skills to:
- execute a series of advanced body conditioning exercises using a diverse range of equipment
- measure physiological responses to exercise, e.g. pulse and blood pressure
- determine target exercise heart rates
- technology skills to access and download information from the internet.
Required knowledge
- well-developed knowledge of:
- basic anatomy, physiology and nutritional principles as applied to performance activities
- biomechanical principles
- injury-prevention strategies
- symptoms of over training
- OHS procedures appropriate to performance-skills practice
- gender issues relevant to exercise and conditioning, such as:
- body image
- hydration
- nutrition
- injury prevention
- foot care
- effect of different exercise routines on gender-specific physical attributes
- muscular strength
- skeletal differences
- overview knowledge of:
- principles common to different somatic methods
- concepts used in somatic neuromuscular repatterning processes.
Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure access to:
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties, such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling). |
Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
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Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Relevant personnel may include: |
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Performance genres may include: |
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Components relate to: |
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Advanced applications of exercise modalities may relate to: |
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Aspects of lever and cam systems include: |
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Aspects of somatic methods may relate to: |
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Somatic methods may include: |
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Advanced exercise program should cover: |
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Warm-up and cool-down procedures may include: |
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Factors may include: |
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Symptoms of over training may include: |
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Ways to take account may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Performing arts - OHS
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.