Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to teach and develop the tactics and strategies of Rugby Union at a foundation level. This unit focuses on planning, conducting and evaluating drills, activities and games to develop the tactics and strategies of Rugby Union at a foundation level.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to individuals operating as a Rugby Union coach at a local, club or school representative level. This includes instructing, planning, conducting and evaluating training sessions and games. This also involves supervising practice sessions, preparing for games and completing post-competition analysis on performance.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, 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. Plan foundation Rugby Union sessions |
1.1. Assess participant's readiness and current knowledge of foundation Rugby Union tactics and strategies in order to determine session aims and objectives . 1.2. Develop a plan according to participant's needs and characteristics , relevant legislation , organisational policies and procedures and endorsed standards promoted by Rugby Union . 1.3. Identify safety procedures associated with Rugby Union drills , activities and games according to organisational policies and procedures. 1.4. Select and access location , equipment and resources according to organisational policies and procedures. |
2. Brief participants. |
2.1. Communicate instructions and relevant information about Rugby Union drills, activities and games in a manner appropriate to participants. 2.2. Encourage participants to seek clarification, information and feedback as required. 2.3. Inform participants of known and anticipated risks , safety procedures, appropriate behaviour and foundation Rugby Union rules and regulations . 2.4. Establish a suitable communication system to promote teamwork while participating in drills, activities and games. 2.5. Develop individual and team game plans which include tactics and strategies to counter strengths and weaknesses of own players and opposition players. 2.6. Prepare players psychologically to participate in Rugby Union games at a foundation level. |
3. Conduct Rugby Union drills, activities and games. |
3.1. Apply clear and accurate teaching and coaching techniques to impart required knowledge and the tactics and strategies to be developed. 3.2. Advise procedures for dealing with emergency and non-routine situations according to organisational policies and procedures. 3.3. Conduct warm-up and or introductory activities for participants to reduce the risk of injury. 3.4. Monitor individual participant's performance and maintain effective communication during foundation Rugby Union drills, activities and games. 3.5. Provide positive encouragement and or feedback to each participant and encourage feedback and questioning throughout sessions. 3.6. Conduct in -game analysis and implement relevant adjustments where required. 3.7. Allow time for cooling down at the end of the session and inform participants of opportunities to further develop their foundation Rugby Union tactics and strategies. |
4. Complete post-session responsibilities. |
4.1. Provide opportunities for participants to identify their personal progress and satisfaction with drills, activities and or game, and give feedback as required. 4.2. Analyse performances of individuals and the team and develop relevant ongoing coaching strategies to enhance performance. 4.3. Evaluate relevant aspects of foundation Rugby Union game and determine the level of learning achieved. 4.4. Identify potential areas of improvement for future foundation Rugby Union games. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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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 conducts safe drills, activities and games that reflect the needs and characteristics of a range of participants and are of sufficient duration and breadth to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance Assessment must also 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:
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. |
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Readiness may include: |
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Foundation Rugby Union tactics and or strategies may include: |
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Sessions aims and objectives may include: |
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Needs and characteristics may include: |
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Relevant legislation may include: |
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Organisational policies and procedures may include: |
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Endorsed standards promoted by Rugby Union may include: |
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Safety procedures may include: |
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Drills , activities may include: |
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Games may include: |
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Location may include: |
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Equipment may include: |
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Resources may include: |
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Relevant information may include: |
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Risks may include: |
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Rules and regulations may include: |
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Game plans may include: |
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Psychologically may include: |
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Teaching and coaching techniques may include: |
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Required knowledge may include: |
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Participant's performance may include: |
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In -game analysis may include: |
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Opportunities may include: |
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Relevant aspects may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Sport
Competency Field
Rugby Union