Assessor Resource

SISFFIT311A
Deliver approved community fitness programs

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit applies to exercise trainers and recreation program instructors working in a range of locations and with a range of clients in diverse environments including aquatic, recreation, leisure, fitness and community centres.

This unit is applicable to those working in fitness venues, gyms or other exercise environments.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to deliver an approved community fitness program designed to promote wellbeing and increase physical activity levels. This unit focuses on the skills needed to deliver programs that are low intensity, in order to minimise risk and enable delivery to general populations, and to monitor and report on the program outcomes to the approving authority. Program evaluation remains the responsibility of the approving authority.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Nil

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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.

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.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential:

delivers, monitors and adjusts an approved community fitness program which effectively meets the needs and requirements of the participant group while maintaining the integrity of the program

identifies and implements organisational, program and facility requirements, including the safe use of any required equipment, to maintain the safety of clients.

maintains accurate records of program delivery and modification

shows sensitivity to social and cultural differences.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to:

clients in an approved community fitness program

resources for the conduct of the community fitness program such as a venue or facility and any required equipment

documentation related to an approved community fitness program.

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:

observation of delivery of approved community fitness programs

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of the purpose, aims and allowable modifications to the program to meet the needs of the target group

third-party reports from a supervisor detailing work performance.

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

SISFFIT309A Plan and deliver group exercise sessions.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

communication skills to:

provide clear and accurate instructions and pre-session information

encourage clients

elicit feedback

effectively manage group cohesion

language and literacy skills to:

read and interpret the program plan

create reports on aspects of the program that need emphasis or development as a result of program monitoring

read manufacturer's instructions for equipment

maintain records

planning and organising skills to ensure venue or facility and required equipment are available and suitable for specific program requirements

problem-solving skills to identify allowable modifications to meet the needs of the participant group while maintaining the integrity of the program.

Required knowledge

the purpose, aims and target group of the approved program to enable effective program delivery and identification of acceptable program modifications to meet group needs

legislation, organisational policies and procedures to enable safe and effective delivery of the program

equipment usage to enable the safe and effective incorporation of equipment as required by the specific program

instructional techniques to enable the effective delivery and monitoring of the program

general characteristics of the main cultural and social groups in Australian society and the key aspects that relate to their cultural and religious protocols and preferences for exercise

injury prevention strategies to maximise client participation in the program.

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.

Approving authority may include:

state or federal government department

peak fitness body

community organisation

statutory authority.

Venue or facility may include:

community hall

council facility

fitness centre

aquatic centre.

Venue or facility requirements may include:

entry charge

needs of other facility users

emergency evacuation

access.

Resources may include:

facilities

equipment

finance

personnel

transport and related logistical requirements.

Access may include:

stairs

ramps

lift

vicinity to public transport

parking.

Clients may include:

inactive

active

age specific groups

gender specific groups

experienced or inexperienced

specific cultural or social groups.

Organisational policies and procedures may include

Occupational Health and Safety

training

privacy

venue hire

recording and reporting

communication protocols

security

emergency

first aid

use care and maintenance of equipment and facilities.

Legislation and regulatory requirements may include:

Occupational Health and Safety

duty of care

privacy

anti-discrimination

copyright

licensing

child protection

trade practices

consumer protection

environmental

business registration and licences.

Cultural and social differences may include

modes of greeting, farewelling and conversation

body language, including use of body gestures

formality of language

clothing

Pre-session instructions must include:

personal introduction

verbal pre-screen

session level outline

emergency procedures

appropriate and safe footwear and clothing

rests

correct exercise techniques and breathing.

Instructional techniques may include:

teaching position

session organisation and formation

mirror imaging

verbal and non-verbal communication

demonstration

motivational strategies,

Equipment may include:

balls, rings and sticks

dumbbells and barbells

noodles

resistance bands

stability balls and discs

mats

chairs

benches

heart rate monitors

sound and microphone.

Monitor may include:

talk test

heart rate

breathing frequency

rate of perceived exertion.

Feedback may include:

verbal

written.

Records may include:

written

electronic

oral recording.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Obtain confirmation that the program is approved by an approving authority. 
Confirm venue or facility requirements and resources required for program delivery. 
Confirm access to the venue or facility meets the needs and requirements of the clients according to organisational policies and procedures and legislation and regulatory requirements. 
Screen clients according to program guidelines and organisational policies and procedures. 
Deliver pre-session instructions according to program and venue or facility requirements. 
Explain and demonstrate the program using a appropriate instructional techniques. 
Explain and demonstrate the correct use of any equipment required for the program according to manufacturer's instructions and organisational policies and procedures. 
Show sensitivity to cultural and social differences. 
Monitor exercise intensity, technique and safety of clients continuously throughout the program according to program guidelines. 
Deliver effective and positive feedback to clients regarding correct program intensity or technique. 
Modify activities as required to ensure program continues to meet the needs and requirements of clients and minimise injuries. 
Seek and respond to feedback from clients. 
Identify modifications to instructional technique in response to feedback. 
Identify aspects needing further emphasis or development and document for reporting to approving authority as required. 
Maintain records according to program guidelines and organisational policies and procedures. 

Forms

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