The combat fitness leader is a member of the ADF who provides basic organic fitness training support to small groups or organisations in an operational setting.

This function is performed in addition to their primary trade or employment under indirect supervision from a physical training specialist.

This function is limited to the performance of tasks in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.

This unit covers the competency required to conduct a fitness appraisal for small groups or organisations (up to 30 people) within the Australian Defence Force (ADF).

This unit includes determining a group's current fitness state and motivation level, and an organisation's fitness requirements.

Fitness appraisal is used to inform the development of a fitness program, is conducted in accordance with specific guidelines and requires clearance by a supervising fitness instructor.

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Not applicable.

This unit contains employability skills.

Pre-requisite Unit/s

Nil

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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit	Nil. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure consistency of performance over the Range Statements and contexts applicable to the work environment.
Context of and specific resources for assessment	Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace. Specific resources for assessment Access is required to: appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace group able to give information regarding their fitness fitness training area with the appropriate facilities and equipment such as a gymnasium and an outdoor training area real or simulated work environment.

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This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required Skills

numeracy skills ranging from completing basic arithmetic calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division to recording numbers oral communication skills to fulfil job roles in a safe manner and as specified by the organisation problem solving skills to use available resources and prioritise workload reading and writing skills to fulfil job roles in a safe manner and as specified by the organisation work with others

Required Knowledge

basic exercise science basic human movement common fitness terminology documentation processes relevant to fitness appraisal introductory human anatomy and physiology principle of fitness program development organisational policies and procedures pertinent to fitness training role of other fitness training providers and support services

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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Fitness goals may include	Mental Physical Social Spiritual
Screening may include	Basic sub maximal appraisals of fitness capacity, which may include parameters such as: cardiovascular response heart rate range of movement strength
Fitness program may include	Expected outcomes Program structure such as preparation phase, conditioning phase, recovery phase and adaptation phase Realistic goals Specific exercises
Health care practitioner may include	Chiropractor Dietitian Exercise physiologist Massage therapist Medical practitioner Occupational therapist Osteopath Physiotherapist Podiatrist Sports physician Therapeutic recreation worker

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Group fitness goals are determined via liaison with group leaders and understanding of the group's specific role within the organisation
Group is screened to identify the presence of injury or any health condition which poses a risk to the member participating in a fitness program
Group is screened to identify any member of the group who requires further assessment by a health care practitioner to establish their suitability to participate in a fitness program
Valid and reliable fitness appraisal method is chosen considering the group fitness goals and current perceived fitness state
Basic fitness appraisals are conducted ensuring the safety of the group
Results of the fitness appraisal are recorded and compared to the desired fitness goals of the group to inform the development of the fitness program
Results of the fitness appraisal are explained to the group including the potential impact on fitness program development
Group's health and fitness status, including recommendations from health professionals, are identified to inform the development of the fitness program

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