Unit of competency details

ELEMENT 

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.

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.

Required skills 

• communication skills to:

• consult with participants to plan, conduct and evaluate foundation Rugby Union drills, activities and games that meet their needs
• convey information about safety aspects
• clarify positions, tactics and strategies
• interact with participants to create a safe and positive team environment

• problem-solving skills to:

• plan suitable Rugby Union drills, activities and games according to participant's needs and characteristics
• determine player's intentions, movements, strengths and weaknesses
• read and predict play
• address participant difficulties in developing tactics and strategies
• anticipate and respond appropriately to non-routine situations

• planning and organisation skills to:

• source, allocate and coordinate resources, equipment and a suitable location
• monitor and evaluate short and long term progress
• organise participants into manageable groups for Rugby Union drills, activities and games

• language and literacy skills to:

• produce a plan for Rugby Union sessions
• complete post-game participant and self-evaluations
• give and receive feedback

• teaching and coaching techniques to suit a range of participant's needs, characteristics and learning styles
• numeracy skills to deliver drills, activities and games within timeframes
• personal foundation Rugby Union tactics and strategies to a high level of technical correctness to demonstrate, explain and break down tactics and strategies for participants
• first aid and emergency response skills appropriate to the location.

Required knowledge 

• legislation, organisational policies and procedures, and rules and regulations of foundation Rugby Union to enable safe conduct of all activities
• site-specific information to assist in the planning process and enable management of potential risks and any special restrictions applying to the location
• equipment types, characteristics and technology used for foundation Rugby Union
• teaching and coaching techniques and practices applicable to a range of ages and learning abilities
• a range of physical abilities, fitness and motor performance to ensure readiness of participants
• Rugby Union tactics and strategies at the foundation level, such as patterns of play in attack and defence and game plans for team and individuals to develop specific drills, activities and games that promote the learning of tactics and strategies
• communication systems used between players, coaches, umpires and support staff during foundation Rugby Union
• psychological methods and techniques used in game preparation
• positions and players of Rugby Union and their roles and responsibilities on the field, during games
• emergency response procedures appropriate for Rugby Union to ensure risk minimisation to self and group.

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 

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit 

Evidence of the following is essential:

• plans and delivers precise relevant information, explanations and demonstrations to ensure Rugby Union activities are conducted safely, according to participant's needs and characteristics
• observes and monitors the progress of participants and provides constructive feedback and intervention to improve and develop attacking and defending tactics and strategies at a foundation level
• uses and modifies coaching techniques, drills, activities and or games to cater for a range of individual learning styles
• evaluates and reflects on own coaching performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.

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:

• resources and information regarding participants and location to accurately plan, coach and evaluate Rugby Union drills, activities and games for a variety of participants at the foundation level
• rules and regulations such as the Australian Rugby Union laws book and the Australian Rugby Union Code of Conduct
• current relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures that impact on the conduct of drills, activities and games
• suitable location, field or facility
• a group of participants to take part in foundation Rugby Union sessions and games
• access to suitably qualified umpires
• access to support staff, such as trainers and scorers
• equipment, such as Rugby Union balls and posts.

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:

• observation of planning processes, such as consulting with participants to determine their needs and characteristics
• oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant legislation, organisational policies and procedures, and rules and regulations of Rugby Union to enable safe conduct of all drills, activities and games
• observation of safe Rugby Union coaching to a foundation level and monitoring and adjusting activities according to participant's needs, characteristics and responses
• portfolio of plans, self and or player evaluations
• third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

• SISSRGU309A Teach Rugby Union skills at a foundation level.

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.

Readiness  may include:

• fitness levels
• motor performance factors
• compatibility between players in match situations
• level of arousal which will enhance performance.

Foundation Rugby Union tactics and or strategies  may include:

• principles of team play
• attacking skills or back play
• continuity general play
• line-out tactics
• re-starts
• tactical thinking
• attacking opposition ball
• scrum.

Sessions aims and objectives  may include:

• self-improvement
• basic movements
• physical fitness
• individual player techniques
• group skills
• team skills.

Needs and characteristics  may include:

• age
• cultural factors
• situational factors
• previous experience
• fitness level
• knowledge of Rugby Union tactics and strategies
• physical capabilities
• injuries and illnesses.

Relevant legislation  may include:

• occupational health and safety (OHS)
• permits from land management authorities and or local council
• authority or permission from land owners and or Rugby Union clubs
• privacy
• working with children
• environmental regulations
• anti-doping policy
• harassment-free sports policies.

Organisational policies and procedures  may include:

• OHS
• conflict resolution
• communication protocols
• use, care and maintenance of equipment and field
• training and scheduling commitments
• code of ethics.

Endorsed standards promoted by Rugby Union  may include:

• the Australian Rugby Union  Code of Conduct policy
• the culture of Rugby Union
• Australian Rugby Union policies, such as the anti-doping and blood policies
• Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy

Safety procedures  may include:

• group management in emergency situations
• symptoms, treatment and prevention of common Rugby Union injuries
• equipment checking and usage
• clear communication systems.

Drills , activities  may include:

• those described in Australian Rugby UnionLevel 2 Accreditation Manual
• foundation drills
• warm-ups and cool downs
• small group practices
• team practices
• offensive or defensive situations
• grid work.

Games  may include:

• simulated game conditions
• coordinated positional plays
• modified games
• practice matches:

• tactic focused
• play focused.

Location  may include:

• Rugby Union fields
• open fields
• indoor facilities.

Equipment  may include:

• Rugby Union balls
• personal protective equipment
• witches hats
• tackle bags
• bump pads
• Rugby Union posts.

Resources  may include:

• teaching and coaching tools
• video equipment
• stop-watch
• sports science testing equipment 
• personal clothing and footwear.

Relevant information  may include:

• tactic and strategy focus
• equipment and resource requirements, selection and use
• safety procedures
• communication systems
• objectives
• rules and regulations of Rugby Union
• responsible and safe behaviour.

Risks  may include:

• injuries
• illness
• collisions
• hazardous objects on the ground
• inappropriate behaviour and or fighting.

Rules and regulations  may include:

• Walla, modified and international laws of Rugby Union
• Australian Rugby Union  Code of Conduct
• Australian Rugby Union  anti-doping policy
• Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy
• age restrictions.

Game plans  may include:

• individual or team
• set plays
• targeting opposition players
• identifying weaknesses in opposition team
• style of play
• situational plays.

Psychologically  may include:

• goal setting
• visualisation
• relaxation techniques
• motivation techniques
• focusing
• creating values.

Teaching and coaching techniques  may include:

• demonstration
• explanation
• discussion
• focusing on single and or multiple tactics and strategies
• breaking down complex tactics and strategies
• diagrams and drawings
• slow motion
• individual, pair, small group and large group work
• monitoring, observing and adjusting coaching methods according to progress
• assessment and evaluation.

Required knowledge  may include:

• rules and regulations of Rugby Union
• Rugby Union tactics and strategies
• psychological methods involved in Rugby Union
• counteractive strategies encountered during competition
• basic biomechanical principles involved in foundation level Rugby Union
• factors affecting tactic and strategy acquisition
• strengths and weaknesses of opposition and own team
• equipment selection, use and maintenance.

Participant's performance  may include:

• use of appropriate communication systems
• team participation
• speed and accuracy of performance
• attitude and behaviour.

In -game analysis  may include:

• game statistics
• game performances
• psychological and motivational wellbeing of players
• tactical strengths and weaknesses.

Opportunities  may include:

• locations suitable to foundation level Rugby Union
• range of Rugby Union equipment available
• Rugby Union clubs or groups in the local area.

Relevant aspects  may include:

• effectiveness of the teaching and coaching session
• suitability of teaching and coaching methods
• feedback provided to and or by participants
• initial and final assessment of participant's abilities
• validity and reliability of assessment and evaluation tools.