Assessment Requirements for SISCCRO001 Plan and conduct recreation programs for older persons

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Assessment Requirements for SISCCRO001 Plan and conduct recreation programs for older persons

Modification History

Not applicable.

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:

plan, conduct and evaluate at least three different programs for older people, including both frail and moderately active participants

conduct programs that individually or cumulatively incorporate at least three of the following activity types:

stretching and mobility

strengthening or conditioning

posture

balance

chair-based work

floor work

use the following communication skills:

clear verbal communication

modelling and demonstration

motivational techniques.

Knowledge Evidence

Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:

legislative and regulatory requirements that support and facilitate safe conduct of recreation programs for older participants:

work health and safety/occupational health and safety

privacy and confidentiality

duty of care

equal opportunity and anti-discrimination

sexual harassment

organisational policies and procedures for planning and conducting an recreation programs for older participants:

appropriate use of equipment and venues

work health and safety/occupational health and safety

risk minimisation

privacy

duty of care

extent and limitations of responsibilities

time constraints and scheduling requirements

budget allocation

use of modified equipment

use of aids

screening processes of older persons for entry into programs or activities:

interviews with participants and carers

medical history

physical ability tests

general contraindications for participation

factors affecting participation in programs for older persons

potential types of participant needs and their impact on program planning:

physical

emotional

motivational

program planning techniques and information to be included in plans

psychological stages and impact of ageing on participation in recreation activities and the variations in older people’s abilities

risk analysis processes for assessing the potential impact of a planned recreation program on participant safety:

level of challenge and difficulty

behaviour of other participants

equipment failure

activity specific knowledge to match activities with client needs and capabilities:

suitable exercises for older persons:

stretching and mobility exercises

strengthening or conditioning

confidence building

posture

balance

chair based

floor work

variations in status of participants:

impact of medication

chronological age

physiological age

medical conditions

factors affecting group dynamics, conflict resolution and communication strategies:

verbal

modelling or demonstration

hand or arm signals

braille

modified equipment and aids for older participants and equipment testing and checking techniques

evaluation processes.

Assessment Conditions

Skills must be demonstrated in:

a workplace or simulated environment.

Assessment must ensure use of:

equipment and resources required for the delivery of the program:

modified equipment and aids

industry or organisational documentation such as program plans, forms relating to equipment checks and equipment damage

legislation and organisational policies and procedures in relation to the conduct of programs for older persons

older participants to undertake recreation programs; these can be:

participants in a community setting, or

individuals who participate in project activities, role plays or simulated activities, set up for the purpose of assessment, within a training organisation.

Assessment activities that allow the individual to:

plan and conduct programs of a duration that reflects current industry practice.

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations’ requirements for assessors.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=1ca50016-24d2-4161-a044-d3faa200268b