Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan and conduct recreation programs for older persons including frail and moderately active participants. It focuses on the application of planning skills to develop a program that takes into account the needs of older participants and the resources required to safely conduct and supervise a recreation program for older participants.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to those working as recreation officers in a community recreation environment with responsibility for conducting programs for older clients. Work would be undertaken in locations such as community recreation centres and indoor or outdoor recreation facilities with a focus on community development.
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. Identify participant needs and expectations. |
1.1. Identify participants' needs and aims according to organisational policies and procedures . 1.2. Conduct relevant assessments to determine variations in status of participants in consultation with relevant support personnel according to organisational policies and procedures. 1.3. Identify any special requirements according to participants' needs. 1.4. Advise participants of any reasons for not participating in a given program. 1.5. Identify barriers to participation for older persons. |
2. Plan a recreation program for older persons. |
2.1. Identify equipment and resources appropriate to the program. 2.2. Design and document a program plan to meet the identified needs and abilities of participants according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 2.3. Seek agreement on the program plan from staff, participants and organisations where relevant. 2.4. Assess the likely demands of the program on the participants in consultation with appropriate personnel. 2.5. Determine the range of activities to be included in the program according to participant needs and capabilities. 2.6. Identify support requirements for older persons according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. |
3. Prepare for the program. |
3.1. Communicate instructions and relevant information about the program and encourage participants to seek clarification as required. 3.2. Access required equipment from store and check for damage or deterioration and report where appropriate to the responsible person according to organisational policies and procedures. 3.3. Issue suitable equipment and aids and provide assistance with fitting where necessary. 3.4. Set up equipment according to organisational policies and procedures. 3.5. Modify or condition equipment for use by different participant groups according to workplace policies and procedures. |
4. Conduct the program. |
4.1. Encourage participants to warm up and cool down through safe and appropriate exercises. 4.2. Monitor technique and correct use of equipment, where relevant, and provide appropriate feedback to participants. 4.3. Provide assistance with use of aids, including modification, as appropriate. 4.4. Seek feedback from participants regarding their progress during the program and modify as required. 4.5. Use techniques that motivate clients to maintain an appropriate participation rate. 4.6. Identify risks to participant safety and take action to minimise these, according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 4.7. Modify the program, where necessary, based on an assessment of the conditions, status of older persons, facilities and equipment. |
5. Conclude the program. |
5.1. Conclude the program at a pace appropriate to the participants, their level of involvement and the duration of the program. 5.2. Inform participants of follow-up programs and recreational opportunities. 5.3. Collect and check issued equipment for damage and wear according to organisational policies and procedures. |
6. Evaluate the program. |
6.1. Seek and acknowledge feedback from participants and identify further needs. 6.2. Evaluate all components of the program and record outcomes. 6.3. Identify potential areas for improvement in future programs. 6.4. Review own performance and identify potential improvements. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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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 the delivery of multiple recreation programs of a sufficient duration to demonstrate techniques that balance individual and group needs 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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Participants' needs and aims may include: |
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Organisational policies and procedures may include: |
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Assessments may include: |
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Variations in status of participants may include: |
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Equipment and resources may include: |
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Program plan may include: |
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Relevant legislation may include: |
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Activities may include: |
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Damage or deterioration may include: |
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Risks may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Community Recreation
Competency Field
Community Recreation Operations