Modification History
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CUAOHS403A |
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 apply an understanding of the connection between safe dance practice, nutrition principles and human body structure.
Application of the Unit
Dancers and other performers apply the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit in daily training sessions to avoid injury or to adjust their approach to physical conditioning. This unit also applies to dance teachers who impart this knowledge to learners to facilitate informed discussion about safe dance practice.
At this level people take responsibility for their own outputs and activity is usually self-directed, though some guidance from teachers or mentors could be expected.
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. Consolidate understanding of anatomy and anatomical structures |
1.1. Discuss with relevant personnel how an understanding of anatomy can contribute to the safe acquisition of dance technique or movement skills 1.2. Use a wide range of anatomical terminology relevant to context 1.3. Become familiar with how anatomical structures respond to physical activity 1.4. Apply a sound understanding of injury-avoidance techniques to dance and movement activities |
2. Make connections between anatomy principles and own performance technique or teaching practice |
2.1. Assess ways in which knowledge of anatomy may be used, adapted or challenged in relation to own performance technique or teaching practice 2.2. Discuss with relevant personnel how own technique or teaching practice can be improved by applying a knowledge of nutritional principles 2.3. Distil key themes in knowledge of anatomy to aid in clarity of thought about implications for development of own practice 2.4. In consultation with relevant personnel adjust own physical conditioning program and approach to development of technique or teaching practice as required |
3. Update and maintain knowledge of anatomy and nutrition principles |
3.1. Identify and use opportunities to update and expand own knowledge of anatomy and nutrition 3.2. Monitor response to changes made to own approach to developing or teaching technique as a result of incorporating a greater awareness of anatomy and nutrition principles 3.3. Continue to adjust own practice to optimise results |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills
- analytical and literacy skills to:
- interpret the basic anatomical referencing system
- critically evaluate information on anatomy and nutrition in the context of own practice
- interpret and summarise information and research findings
- interpret healthy and unhealthy nutritional practices
- communication skills to:
- engage in critical discourse about anatomy and nutrition principles in relation to safe dance practice
- discuss systems of the body which pertain to the functions of the musculoskeletal system
- initiative and enterprise skills to make connections between own practice and conclusions drawn from information gathered about anatomical principles
- learning skills to continually monitor sources of information with the goal of expanding knowledge base on anatomy and nutrition relevant to own practice
- planning and organisational skills to document and store information in a way that enables easy access in the future
- technology skills to access and download information from the internet.
Required knowledge
- sources of information about anatomy and nutrition in relation to safe dance practice
- well-developed knowledge of:
- systems of the body
- body’s main muscles
- bone structure properties
- alignment principles
- nutritional needs
- relationship between anatomical structures and dance functions
- development, growth and repair of skeletal muscle.
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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Terminology may relate to: |
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Ways in which the body’s systems respond to physical activity include: |
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Injury avoidance relates to: |
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Nutritional principles relate to: |
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Ways to update and expand knowledge may involve: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Performing arts - OHS
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.