Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan and deliver indoor and outdoor endurance training programs for a range of clients utilising a broad range of equipment and motivational and instructional techniques.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to coaches working with individuals or teams. It also applies to exercise instructors who provide a range of exercise programs and services to individuals and or groups.
The unit is applicable to those working with sporting groups, and to those working in fitness venues, gyms or other exercise environments.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Nil
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements and Performance Criteria
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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. |
1. Develop an endurance training program. |
1.1. Identify and document goals of client for an endurance training program . 1.2. Incorporate a varied repertoire of training methods appropriate to the characteristics and goals of the client. 1.3. Allocate phases of the session within the exercise program. 1.4. Identify required equipment and confirm its availability and serviceability according to organisational policies and procedures . |
2. Prepare for program delivery. |
2.1. Access client pre -exercise screening information prior to participation according to organisational policies and procedures and legislation and regulatory requirements . 2.2. Redirect non screened participants according to organisational policies and procedures. 2.3. Evaluate the exercise environment to ensure client safety according to organisational policies and procedures. 2.4. Arrange equipment according to exercise program and legislation and regulatory requirements and organisational policies and procedures. |
3. Deliver the program. |
3.1. Explain and demonstrate endurance training exercises using appropriate instructional techniques and anatomical terminology . 3.2. Demonstrate and instruct correct use of equipment during endurance training sessions according to organisational policies and procedures and manufacturer instructions. 3.3. Continuously monitor the client's performance and correct any potentially harmful practices . 3.4. Provide ongoing feedback to clients and apply motivational techniques to maximise adherence to the endurance program. 3.5. Recognise signs and symptoms of overtraining and implement appropriate intervention and prevention strategies. |
4. Evaluate endurance training program. |
4.1. Evaluate the program according to client feedback and self evaluation. 4.2. Implement modifications to the program where relevant to meet identified client needs and preferences. 4.3. Periodically review the endurance training program and adjust to allow for clients to adapt to the program. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
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Required knowledge |
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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. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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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:
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. |
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. |
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Goals may include: |
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Client may include: |
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Endurance training program may include: |
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Phases must include |
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Equipment may include: |
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Organisational policies and procedures may include: |
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Legislation and regulatory requirements may include: |
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Pre -exercise screening may include: |
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Exercise environment may include: |
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Instructional techniques may include: |
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Anatomical terminology may include: |
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Performance may include: |
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Potentially harmful practices may include: |
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Motivation techniques may include: |
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Signs and symptoms of overtraining may include: |
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Evaluate may include: |
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Feedback may include: |
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Adaptations may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Fitness
Competency Field
Fitness