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SISSGLF202A
Apply the A Grade tactics and strategies of golf

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit applies to current, junior or aspiring athletes who want to pursue a career in golf at a regional, State, Territory or National level. Those undertaking this unit should be a scholarship holder with a regional, State, Territory or National Institute of Sport, a member of a State, Territory or national team or squad or a member of a second tier national competition.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply the A-Grade tactics and strategies of golf in a competitive situation. A-Grade golf is defined as a handicap of 5 to 12 for males and females and a National Skills Test score in the range of 50 to 60. This unit focuses on the development and performance of A-Grade tactics and strategies of golf through participation in activities and competitions.

No licensing, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.

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

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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:

utilises knowledge and interpretation of A-Grade tactics and strategies of golf, and relevant rules, regulations and policies to develop and follow game plans, and apply the tactics and strategies in competitive situations

determines own psychological approaches and prepares to apply tactics and strategies accordingly

communicates with colleagues, coach or mentor, officials and support staff throughout activities and games, and responds to feedback

reviews own performance to identify strengths and areas requiring improvement or modifications.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure performance of the A-Grade tactics and strategies of golf applicable to agreed game plan to achieve a handicap of 5 to 12 under competition conditions over a minimum of five rounds on a minimum of three 18 hole golf courses and achieves a score in the range of 50 to 60 on the National Skills Test demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.

Assessment must also ensure access to:

golf training and competition facilities

a coach or mentor to instruct players

suitably qualified golfing officials and support staff

technological aids and equipment

resources and information outlining the A-Grade tactics and strategies of golf

rules and regulations of golf such as official golf publications and the Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy

current organisational policies and procedures that impact on the conduct of drills, activities, games and competitions.

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 performance of A-Grade tactics and strategies of golf during drills, activities, games and competitions

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of the application of the A-Grade tactics and strategies of golf

third-party reports from coaches or professionals detailing performance.

Industry has determined that this unit must be assessed with the following units:

SISSGLF201A Perform the A-Grade skills of golf

SISSGLF203A Interpret and apply the rules of golf at the A-Grade level.

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

Guidance information for assessment

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

communication skills to:

liaise with coaches or mentors to devise and clarify tactics and strategies

seek feedback and instructions from coaches or mentors, support staff and golf officials

language and literacy skills to access, interpret and apply information about the rules and regulations of golf

numeracy skills to interpret and analyse playing statistics to improve future performance

problem-solving skills to:

identify pre-game tactics and strategies

respond to changing conditions during training and competition situations

apply strategies to improve performance

self-management skills to:

review and reflect on own performance

organise time and priorities effectively

set short, medium and long term goals

ability to achieve and retain a recognised golf handicap according to Golf Australia's women's and men's handicapping and course rating system as registered with Golf Australia or equivalent.

Required knowledge

legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe participation during golf drills, activities, games and competitions

rules, regulations and policies of relevant golfing bodies including the Professional Golfers Association (PGA) of Australia and Golf Australia

best practice codes and etiquette and types and forms of competition in order to participate appropriately and obtain the specified official golf handicap as registered with Golf Australia or its equivalent

self-reflection principles to enable effective self-evaluation for future improvement

equipment and technological aids used in golf drills, activities, games and competitions to facilitate the development of A-Grade tactics and strategies

safety requirements and practices during golf drills, activities, games and competitions

communication systems used between players, coaches and support staff and officials during golf drills, activities, games and competitions

psychological methods and techniques used in game preparation as it applies to A-Grade tactics and strategies of golf

activities and games to practice the A-Grade tactics and strategies of golf

terminology associated with golf rules and regulations to enable effective communication.

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.

A-Grade tactics and strategies may include:

risk

shot or club selection and placement

stage of the round

lie

hazards

wind

distance

hole shape

decision making or shot shape required such as trajectory

scoring

dealing with delay

pre- and post-shot routine

dealing with poor shots or results

tournament tactics and round tactics.

Activities and games to develop A-Grade tactics and strategies may include:

national skills test for developing shot reliability under match conditions

national training protocols

statistical analysis of round and practice.

Psychological methods and techniques may include:

motivation

concentration

goal setting

visualisation or imagery.

Strengths and weaknesses may include:

physical

tactical

technical

mental.

Game plans may include:

hole by hole

shot by shot

specific shot selections

pre-match routines

pre-shot routines

post-shot routines

visualisation skills

course mapping or charting.

Resources may include:

golf equipment

health and safety provisions

golf course or golf range

charts

mirrors

impact bags

putting alignment aids

lie boards

shafts.

Environment may include:

weather conditions

course condition

physical obstacles

water hazards

spectators.

Equipment may include:

number of allowable clubs

list of conforming golf balls.

Rules, regulations and policies may include:

Golf Australia's women's and men's handicapping and course rating system

best practice codes of ethics and policies of organisation:

Golf Australia

PGA of Australia

Australian Sports Commission

current editions of Rules of Golf, The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews and Decisions on the Rules of Golf.

Relevant legislation may include:

occupational health and safety

equal opportunity.

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

occupational health and safety

conflict resolution

communication protocols

training and scheduling commitments

code of ethics

code of etiquette.

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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
Identify the A-Grade tactics and strategies of golf to be developed in consultation with the coach or mentor. 
Identify activities and games to develop A-Grade tactics and strategies of golf. 
Determine appropriate psychological methods and techniques commonly used at A-Grade levels within golf to enhance performance during pre-game preparation. 
Analyse strengths and weaknesses of past performances. 
Identify individual game plans and resources in consultation with the coach or mentor. 
Identify the role of the coach or mentor and support staff regarding tactics for training, preparation, game situations and the golfing environment. 
Assess the environment, and confirm it meets golf rules, regulations and policies in consultation with the coach or mentor. 
Assess resources and equipment according to golf rules, regulations and policies. 
Take appropriate action in response to unsuitable conditions. 
Apply agreed tactics and strategies to counter own strengths and weaknesses as appropriate. 
Adopt psychological approaches identified in pre-game preparation. 
Implement identified game plans in a safe manner, according to golf rules, regulations and policies, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 
Monitor and refine game plans, tactics and strategies according to the stage and situation of the game. 
Maintain effective communication with coach or mentor in order to develop performance. 
Review A-Grade tactics and strategies practiced throughout activities and games, and identify strengths and areas requiring improvement in consultation with the coach or mentor. 
Debrief on rounds and analyse own strengths and weaknesses in relation to tactics and strategies for future referral. 
Analyse statistics for future referral. 

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