List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Identify client fitness goals. | 1.1 Clarify significance of fitness appraisal in relation to program development and seek client consent. 1.2 Review pre-exercise health screening, and health assessment procedures as required. 1.3 Discuss client health-related goals and acquire additional client information as required. 1.4 Refer client to a medical or allied health professional as required. |
2. Plan and conduct fitness appraisal. | 2.1 Determine tools and methods to conduct health and fitness assessments. 2.2 Conduct required health and fitness assessments in a safe and timely manner. 2.3 Implement strategies to overcome client cultural and social differences and behavioural patterns as required. 2.4 Select and use communication techniques that encourage and support the client. 2.5 Monitor client for signs and symptoms of intolerance and discontinue fitness assessments as required. 2.6 Explain results of fitness assessments and recommend an appropriate exercise program. 2.7 Match fitness goals to products and services available in the fitness industry. 2.8 Develop a client profile and record outcomes of appraisal and exercise program recommendations. 2.9 Review individualised exercise goals and implement adjustments to goals due to fitness appraisal results, as required. |
3. Evaluate fitness appraisal. | 3.1 Request and respond to feedback from client. 3.2 Identify and document aspects needing further attention. |
Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role. This must include period(s) totalling at least five hours comprising at least five different client contact sessions, and:
plan and conduct health and fitness appraisals incorporating the following assessments for each client:
cardiorespiratory endurance (submaximal oxygen consumption)
blood pressure
range of movement/flexibility
strength
weight
height
body mass index
waist to hip ratio
girth measurements
use the following fitness appraisal equipment appropriately and safely:
tape measure
scales
sit and reach tools
bicycle, treadmill or rowing ergometer
heart rate monitor
blood pressure equipment – sphygmomanometer
stop watch.
Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:
legislation and regulatory requirements relevant to:
fitness assessments and collection of client information
negligence and duty of care
appropriate collection and storage of client information
application of legal and ethical limitations of own role
work health and safety/occupational health and safety
organisational policies and procedures relevant to:
fitness assessments and collection of personal information
conduct of fitness appraisals
industry endorsed client pre-exercise health screening processes
industry endorsed risk stratification procedures, exercise implications and referral requirements
features and benefits of fitness facilities, exercise programs and services
role of medical or allied health professionals for referral processes
health-related components of fitness:
body composition
muscle endurance
muscle strength
cardiovascular endurance
flexibility
contraindications and precautions to participation in health and fitness assessments
benefits of fitness appraisal procedures and testing
signs and symptoms of exercise intolerance
interpretation of results from the following health and fitness assessments:
cardiorespiratory endurance (maximal and sub-maximal oxygen consumption)
blood pressure
range of movement/flexibility
strength
weight
height
body mass index
waist to hip ratio
girth measurements
skin fold measurements
methods for measuring exercise intensity:
heart rate response
respiration rate response
rate of perceived exertion
work output
products and services available in the fitness industry that could be used to meet client goals
exercise adherence and behavioural change strategies:
habits
intrinsic and extrinsic motivation
goal setting.
Skills must be demonstrated:
a fitness industry workplace or simulated environment with clients with real or simulated health and fitness goals.
Assessment must ensure access to:
legislation and organisational policies and procedures in relation to fitness appraisals
manufacturer guidelines on equipment safety and usage.
Assessment must ensure use of:
client record forms
fitness industry standard appraisal equipment suitable for assessing health-related components of fitness:
heart rate monitor
tape measure
scales
sit and reach tools
bicycle, treadmill, rowing ergometer or step-up box
sphygmomanometer
stop watch
clients; these can be:
clients in an industry workplace, or
individuals who participate in role plays or simulated activities, set up for the purpose of assessment, in a simulated industry environment operated within a training organisation.
Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisation’s requirements for assessors, and:
have achieved a Certificate IV in Fitness or above; and
have at least 1 year consecutive post qualification fitness industry experience in the application of the skills and knowledge of the Certificate IV in Fitness.