Modification History
The release details of this endorsed unit of competency set are in the table below. The latest information is at the top.
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Reduction of repetition. No changes to competency outcome. Title change to better reflect the scope of the unit. |
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply sport or activity-specific knowledge to plan, implement and evaluate long-term training programs designed to develop individual sporting or physical capacity.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to coaches working with individuals or teams. It also applies to fitness instructors, specialised exercise trainers or personal trainers who provide a range of fitness programs and services to individuals and groups. The unit is applicable to those working with individuals and sporting groups, in fitness centres, gyms or autonomously in the fitness industry.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
No applicable.
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. |
1.1. Analyse participant requirements in selected activity according to the positional or discipline demands of the activity or sport. 1.2. Develop participant profiles using evaluation measures . 1.3. Establish fixed points of the program and identify phases within the long-term program. 1.4. Identify specific needs of participants to be addressed by the long-term training program. 1.5. Develop objectives for the long-term program and each phase of the program, in consultation with the participant. 1.6. Identify the need for support personnel within the program. |
2. Plan the long-term training program for an individual. |
2.1. Select exercises and training methods to meet the identified needs and objectives of the program. 2.2. Incorporate a competition or performance strategy into the program where applicable. 2.3. Identify equipment and resource requirements for each stage of the program. 2.4. Select equipment and exercises within the program. 2.5. Include evaluation measures to monitor the program. 2.6. Select training methods to meet the needs and expectations of the participant. 2.7. Schedule and document all aspects of the program. |
3. Deliver the long-term training program. |
3.1. Explain and demonstrate a range of warm-up exercises to prepare participants for activity or competition according to the basic principles of biomechanics and best practice . 3.2. Explain and demonstrate safe performance of exercises and activities. 3.3. Explain and demonstrate safe use of equipment according to manufacturer instructions. 3.4. Monitor and document skill performance, fitness levels and wellbeing of participant throughout the program. 3.5. Monitor and adjust incorrect or unsafe exercise technique by the participant during the program. 3.6. Liaise with other coaches, instructors and support personnel in cases where they work with the same participant. 3.7. Use motivation techniques to encourage adherence to the program. 3.8. Explain and demonstrate a range of cool-down exercises to aid recovery from activity or competition according to the basic principles of biomechanics. |
4. Evaluate and modify the long-term training program. |
4.1. Evaluate the program according to methods outlined in the plan and in consultation with participant and support personnel. 4.2. Use evaluation measures to assess ongoing participant progress. 4.3. Evaluate own performance using self-reflection methods and identify potential improvements for future performances. 4.4. Make modifications to the program where required in response to feedback from participant and own self-reflection 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 ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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:
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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. |
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Participants may include: |
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Evaluation measures may include: |
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Fixed points may include: |
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Phases may include: |
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Specific needs may include: |
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Objectives may include: |
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Support personnel may include: |
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Basic principles of biomechanics may include: |
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Components of fitness may include: |
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Best practice may include: |
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Equipment may include: |
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Resource requirements may include: |
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Training methods may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Cross Sector.
Competency Field
Coaching and Instruction.