Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to assist in the facilitation of adventure-based learning activities, in situations where the responsibility for the overall activity or program rests with a more experienced facilitator.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to those who work as assistant leaders or facilitators of adventure-based learning activities in a range of settings. This unit may also apply to leaders working for outdoor education or adventure providers; volunteer groups; not-for-profit organisations or government agencies.
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. Assist in planning for adventure activity. |
1.1. Determine individual roles, tasks and responsibilities with the activity leader. 1.2. Identify phases of an adventure -based learning cycle within the activity. 1.3. Encourage and support participants to set realistic individual and group goals that are consistent with learning outcomes for the activity. 1.4. Negotiate individual and group guidelines that will inform action and behaviour by all participants. 1.5. Identify safety issues for the adventure activity and the participants. 1.6. Brief the group on safety issues and activity-specific participation requirements and techniques. |
2. Assist in facilitation of the activity. |
2.1. Implement risk management strategies according to relevant legislation , organisational policies and procedures , and activity-specific requirements. 2.2. Communicate ideas and information clearly and constructively and engender trust and confidence within the group. 2.3. Encourage co-operation between individual group members. 2.4. Implement strategies which develop trust between individuals within the group and with the leaders. 2.5. Monitor and maintain compliance with agreed individual and group guidelines. 2.6. Establish a supportive and constructive environment and respond to emergent issues that may require intervention. |
3. Participate in activity debriefing. |
3.1. Observe and monitor individual actions and group interactions during activities, and provide feedback to participants during and after the activity. 3.2. Evaluate personal role as assistant facilitator within the activity, based on feedback from participants and activity leader and personal reflection. 3.3. Review the conduct of the activity according to program, individual and group goals and outcomes. |
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 assisting in the facilitation of multiple adventure-based learning activities 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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Phases of an adventure -based learning cycle may include: |
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Safety issues may include: |
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Relevant legislation may include: |
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Organisational policies and procedures may include: |
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Feedback may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Outdoor Recreation
Competency Field
Adventure based learning