Modification History
The version details of this endorsed qualification are in the table below. The latest information is at the top.
Release |
Comments |
3 |
Imported elective units updated from the following training packages:
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2 |
Imported units updated in elective group:
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1 |
Replaces and is equivalent to SIS20410 Certificate II in Sport Career Oriented Participation. Qualification packaging rules remain the same. Units added to General electives. New and updated unit codes and titles in core and electives. Imported units updated. |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply the skills and knowledge to pursue a career as an athlete at a regional, state or territory level.
Those undertaking this qualification should hold a scholarship with an Institute of Sport, be a member of a state, territory or national team, squad or development program, a state, territory or national talent development program or a member of a second tier national competition.
Job roles
The following are indicative job roles for this qualification:
- emerging athlete.
Pathways Information
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway and for VET in Schools delivery.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of endorsement.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Summary
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by the sport industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.
Employability Skills |
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: |
Communication |
Communicating with coaches to determine and interpret own specific training requirements; understanding verbal and written information on professional sport; presentation skills to interact effectively with media personnel; clearly articulating own requirements to coaches, other players and support personnel. |
Teamwork |
Understanding one’s relationship and accountability to other team members, coaches and support personnel, receiving instructions and assisting in planning and implementing training plans; contributing to positive team dynamics and working autonomously in the interest of shared team goals and objectives. |
Problem Solving |
Identifying hazards and risks that may arise during sporting activities; responding to setbacks; taking responsibility for seeking assistance from colleagues to resolve issues; dealing with travel delays and equipment breakdowns and determining appropriate solutions to technique or skill problems. |
Initiative and enterprise |
Adjusting performance to differences in competitors, equipment and venues; adapting to new competition strategies, taking correct action and following established procedures when issues arise; reflecting on own performance to identify areas for improvement. |
Planning and organisation |
Collecting and recording information to develop personal management, financial, travel and accommodation plans; recognising team priorities and scheduling own training and career development activities to meet deadlines and achieve goals and targets; following policies and procedures to meet scholarship or talent development program responsibilities in an efficient manner. |
Self-management |
Understanding and complying with the legal and ethical responsibilities that apply to own role as a professional athlete; applying basic safety practices and procedures; seeking and acting on feedback from team members, coaches and support personnel to improve own performance and identifying and seeking out appropriate development opportunities. |
Learning |
Knowing the structure of sport institutes and sources of information within the sport industry; actively using feedback from coaches and support personnel to improve performance; keeping well informed of updates and changes to sport policies, procedures and regulations; sourcing information on new techniques to improve performance. |
Technology |
Understanding the operating capability of equipment and software that assists in performance enhancement; using information technology to assist in planning travel and accommodation; safely using and maintaining sport equipment according to manufacturer specifications and organisational policies and procedures. |
Packaging Rules
11 units must be completed:
- 7 core units
- 4 elective units, consisting of:
- all the units in any one of Groups A to H
- the remaining to make up the required 4 elective units from General electives or from units first packaged at AQF level 2 or 3 from SIS10; up to 2 of these units may be chosen elsewhere in SIS10 or any current accredited course or other Training Package, and must be first packaged at AQF level 2.
In all cases, selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the characteristics of this qualification (as per the AQF descriptors).
Core Units |
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BSBWOR202A |
Organise and complete daily work activities |
SISSCOP201A |
Prepare a pre or post event meal |
SISSCOP202A |
Develop a personal management plan |
SISSCOP204A |
Develop personal media skills |
SISSCOP205A |
Develop a personal financial plan |
SISXIND211 |
Develop and update sport, fitness and recreation industry knowledge |
SISXWHS101 |
Follow work health and safety policies |
Electives (4) |
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Group A – AFL |
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SISSAFL201A |
Perform the intermediate skills of Australian Football |
SISSAFL202A |
Perform the intermediate tactics of Australian Football |
SISSAFL203A |
Participate in conditioning for Australian Football |
Group B – Cricket |
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SISSCKT201A |
Perform the intermediate skills of cricket |
SISSCKT202A |
Perform the intermediate tactics and strategies of cricket |
Group C – Equestrian |
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SISOEQO201A |
Handle horses |
SISOEQO202A |
Demonstrate basic horse riding skills |
SISOEQO304A |
Apply first aid for horses |
Group D - Golf |
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SISSGLF201 |
Perform the A-Grade skills of golf |
SISSGLF202 |
Apply the A-Grade tactics and strategies of golf |
SISSGLF316 |
Interpret and apply the rules of golf |
Group E - Netball |
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SISSNTB201A |
Use intermediate level netball skills |
SISSNTB202A |
Use intermediate level tactics and game strategy in netball play |
SISSNTB203A |
Participate in conditioning for netball |
Group F – Rugby League |
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SISSRGL201A |
Use intermediate level Rugby League game skills |
SISSRGL202A |
Use intermediate level tactics and game strategy in Rugby League play |
SISSRGL203A |
Participate in conditioning for Rugby League |
Group G – Rugby Union |
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SISSRGU201A |
Perform foundation level Rugby Union skills |
SISSRGU203A |
Participate in conditioning for Rugby Union |
Group H – Touch |
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SISSTOU201A |
Perform the intermediate skills of Touch |
SISSTOU202A |
Perform the intermediate tactics and strategies of Touch |
General electives units |
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BSBCMM401 |
Make a presentation |
HLTAID003 |
Provide first aid |
HLTAID006 |
Provide advanced first aid |
ICPDMT263 |
Access and use the Internet |
ICTICT102 |
Operate word-processing applications |
ICTICT105 |
Operate spreadsheet applications |
ICTICT106 |
Operate presentation packages |
ICTICT203 |
Operate application software packages |
ICTICT210 |
Operate database applications |
ICTICT308 |
Use advanced features of computer applications |
SISSCNO201A |
Perform the intermediate skills and tactics of canoeing |
SISSCNO305A |
Perform the advanced skills and tactics of canoeing |
SISSCOP203A |
Develop a travel and accommodation plan |
SISSRGU202A |
Perform foundation level Rugby Union tactics and strategies |
SISSSCO101 |
Develop and update knowledge of coaching practices |
SISSSCO202 |
Coach beginner or novice participants to develop fundamental motor skills |
SISSSDE201 |
Communicate effectively with others in a sport environment |
SISSSOF101 |
Develop and update officiating knowledge |
SISSSOF202 |
Officiate games or competitions |
SISSSOF203 |
Judge competitive situations |
SISSSPT201A |
Implement sports injury prevention |
SISXCAI101A |
Provide equipment for activities |
SISXFAC208 |
Maintain sport, fitness and recreation facilities |