Assessor Resource

SISFFIT421A
Plan and deliver personal training

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit applies to exercise trainers who provide a range of exercise programs to diverse populations and is applicable to those employed in fitness environments such as fitness venues or those working autonomously in the fitness industry.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to be able to plan, deliver monitor and adjust personal training programs for a range of clients including older clients, in both indoor and outdoor settings.

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:

plans, demonstrates, instructs and adjusts exercises incorporating teaching and learning styles appropriate to needs of different clients

uses appropriate techniques to build rapport with and motivate clients with different needs

performs effective assessment reviews of a range of exercise plans and makes any required adjustments.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure planning and delivery of multiple personal training sessions for a range of clients with different needs to allow the candidate to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.

Assessment must also ensure access to:

a facility where a variety of exercise modes and equipment are available, such as a weights gym, pool, exercise room and an outdoor environment such as a running track

appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace

a range of clients able to give information regarding progress in their individual exercise programs.

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 personal training sessions

portfolio of written exercise programs developed, monitored and adjusted for specific clients

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of body systems, bones, joints and muscles and their relationship to effective exercise

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:

SISFFIT302A Provide quality service in the fitness industry.

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:

consult, advise and monitor client performance

provide clear instruction and constructive feedback and motivation

problem-solving skills to:

plan personal training programs according to the specific needs of clients

identify changes in the client's condition and make appropriate adjustments

adapt communication style to suit client

identify resource use to minimise the environmental impact

technical expertise in the fitness activities being provided to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the activity for the client

numeracy skills to manage the time of clients and facility schedules

decision making to determine appropriate interactions with clients according to industry standards

literacy skills to record and update client information and session plans.

Required knowledge

the structure of the major body systems, bones, joints muscles and their function to enable the selection, instruction and adjustment of appropriate exercises to meet the needs of clients

anatomical terminology to enable accurate information to be provided to clients

motivational techniques to provide feedback and encouragement to clients to maximise exercise adherence

the safe and effective use of fitness activity equipment to enable incorporation of equipment use within the program

postural appraisal and functional movement and the implications for program design

legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable the safe delivery of exercise programs

environmental and resource efficiency practices related to the exercise environment.

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.

Preferences, needs and expectations may include:

cultural considerations

fitness goals

perceived benefits

cost

time availability.

Client may include:

experienced or inexperienced

older clients:

deconditioned males over 45

deconditioned females over 50

older adolescents:

16 years and over

screened

active or inactive

pre-natal

post-natal

menopausal.

Pre-screening and assessment procedures may include:

pre-screen and pre-exercise questionnaires

question and answer sessions

postural appraisal

written surveys.

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

Occupational Health and Safety

client supervision

communication protocols

privacy

records management and security

use, care and maintenance of equipment.

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.

Learning styles may include:

activist

pragmatists

theorists

reflectors

visual learners

auditory learners

kinaesthetic learners.

Instructional techniques may include:

establishing rapport

instructional position

communication

demonstration and motivational strategies

positive feedback.

Fitness equipment may include:

exercise balls

bars

steps

bands

abdominal assisters

plyometric training systems

pin loaded, cardiovascular, free weight, hydraulic, electronic and air-braked equipment

pool-based.

Anatomical terminology may include:

flexion

extension

rotation

abduction

adduction

circumduction

inversion

eversion

pronation

supination

horizontal flexion and extension

Major bones may include:

skull

cervical, thoracic and lumbar vertebrae

sacrum

clavicle

scapula

humerus

radius

ulna

carpals

digits

pelvis

femur

patella

tibia

fibula

tarsals.

Major joints may include:

elbow

shoulder

pectoral girdle

inter-vertebral

sacro-iliac

hip

knee

ankle.

Major muscles may include:

trapezius

sternocleidomastoid

latissimus dorsi

erector spinae

rectus abdominis

internal and external obliques

quadratus lumborum

pectoralis major

rhomboids

deltoids

biceps and triceps brachii

forearm flexors

forearm extensors

gluteals

quadriceps

hamstrings

gastrocnemius

soleus

tibialis anterior.

Exercise environment may include:

indoors

outdoors

aquatic.

Motivational techniques may include:

arousal theories and control techniques

zone of optimal function.

Medical or allied health professional may include

exercise physiologist

physiotherapist

occupational therapist

accredited practising dietician

osteopath

chiropractor

sports physician

medical practitioner

podiatrist.

Programs may include:

gym

floor

pool

outdoor

water based

aerobic

interval

circuit

gym

fartlek

anaerobic threshold

strength

speed

power.

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
Identify the fitness preferences, needs and expectations of the client. 
Apply pre-screening and assessment procedures to identify client fitness levels according to organisational policies and procedures and Legislation and regulatory requirements. 
Clarify the fitness goals of the client. 
Determine the client's preferred learning style. 
Develop a personal training exercise plan to meet client's specific needs. 
Select appropriate instructional techniques and strategies to match client's learning style preferences. 
Identify appropriate fitness equipment within the exercise plan. 
Identify appropriate session assessment techniques. 
Evaluate the exercise environment to ensure client safety according to organisational policies and procedures and Legislation and regulatory requirements. 
Obtain permission for use of public spaces if required. 
Minimise the negative environmental impacts by effectively using energy, water and other resources when planning, preparing and using the exercise environment 
Determine client's prior knowledge and skill in the activity. 
Demonstrate the correct and safe performance of exercises to the client using appropriate anatomical terminology as required. 
Relate the location and function of the major bones and major joints to movement when instructing the client. 
Relate major muscles and their prime moving movements at major joints in the body to movement when instructing clients. 
Demonstrate safe and appropriate use of fitness equipment according to organisational policies and procedures and Legislation and regulatory requirements. 
Record the short and long-term responses of the client in relation to motivation to exercise. 
Use motivational techniques for individual training to increase performance and adherence to exercise. 
Supervise regular client exercise sessions according to the exercise plan and workplace policies and procedures. 
Recognise and use symptoms and effects of specific muscular fatigue and blood lactate accumulation during muscle endurance activities to adjust exercise intensity. 
Apply the limiting factors of the body's energy systems to the setting of exercise intensities as required. 
Maintain records on the personal training plan according to organisational policies and procedures and Legislation and regulatory requirements. 
Recommend and implement steps that improve exercise adherence for a client. 
Prepare and implement a goal setting review session for the client. 
Perform a follow up fitness assessment on the client. 
Recommend clients who develop health, medical or injury conditions seek assistance from a medical or allied health professional according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Modify exercise plans for the client and prepare and deliver new exercise programs. 
Develop floor plan for the arrangement of equipment within a fitness facility, taking into account the type of programs delivered in the facility, occupational health and safety requirements and manufactures specifications 
Comply with manufacture's, legislated and Australian Standards for the use of electrical equipment 
Outline the procedures to select and purchase new fitness equipment for a recreational facility 
Select fitness equipment to meet facility and program needs 

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