Assessment Requirements for SISXCAI006 Facilitate groups

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Assessment Requirements for SISXCAI006 Facilitate groups

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:

facilitate the effective functioning of at least three groups, and develop strategies to resolve problems:

group and individual goals that the individual has identified and clarified

group members who have diverse styles, aspirations, cultures and perspectives

use the following techniques to assist each group to facilitate optimum outcomes:

task allocation

mentoring

provide opportunities to encourage groups to openly propose, discuss and resolve issues through:

group management skills

group decision making

listening skills

negotiation techniques

defining roles and responsibilities.

Knowledge Evidence

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

factors that contribute to optimal performance:

mentoring

task allocation

group dynamics and interactions that influence the attitudes and behaviours of others

stages of group development to enable effective and constructive group support:

forming

norming

storming

performing

adjourning

leadership styles, categories and types, appropriate to a range of group situations

collaborative approaches to develop effective working relationships:

group management skills

group decision making

listening skills

negotiation techniques

defining roles and responsibilities

barriers to effective group development and performance:

conflict of interest

conflict between individuals and group goals

personality clashes

poor communication skills

lack of group cohesion and commitment to goals

poorly defined roles and responsibilities

facilitation techniques to assist the group to obtain the best outcomes.

Assessment Conditions

Skills must be demonstrated in:

a sport, fitness or recreation environment with access to participants. This can be a workplace or simulated environment.

Assessment activities that allow the individual to:

plan and facilitate effective group functioning for a diverse group of clients

apply effective conflict-resolution techniques.

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