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 ability to:

utilise knowledge of stakeholder needs and objectives to develop and implement strategies for different participant groups and playing abilities to increase junior participation in golf

build and maintains links and networks with stakeholder organisations and use these to collect information about needs in relation to participation and development of skills and to convey information about available golf junior programs and activities

review strategies and respond to feedback to action alterations to improve future programs or activities

evaluate and reflect on own work performance to identify ways in which junior development can be better managed.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

development and implementation of junior golf participation and development activities and programs for different participant groups and playing abilities to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.

Assessment must also ensure access to:

golf course or green with suitable practice areas for groups

potential participants at the junior level and networks such as schools and clubs

appropriate equipment and resources to develop and manage junior participation and development programs in golf

the rules and regulations of golf

local rules of host facilities

information about alternative program formats and structures.

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 in developing and managing junior golf programs

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant rules, regulations of golf impacting on the development of junior golf programs

third-party reports from stakeholders detailing performance

portfolios containing evidence of strategies to increase junior participation, coaching program outlines, feedback from stakeholders and modifications to program and activities.

Guidance information for assessment

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

Required skills

communication skills to:

liaise with stakeholders to identify their needs in developing junior players

consult with relevant personnel to develop activity or program criteria and formats

develop and participate in networks to promote programs

seek feedback on outcomes

problem-solving skills to:

identify relevant products and services for specific target groups of juniors

investigate alternative program formats and structures and match these to the needs and objectives of specific participant groups

numeracy skills to develop, implement and monitor a budget to implement the desired strategies

planning and organising skills to:

manage a range of junior golf programs and activities

develop criteria for participation in junior golf programs

assess resource requirements

design, implement and monitor junior golf programs and activities

adjust program structures and formats as required

self-management skills to reflect on own performance in developing and managing appropriate junior development programs and activities and make appropriate adjustments

ability to:

teach and develop the skills of golf to junior participants

develop and adapt programs, activities and formats for a range of participant abilities, levels and ages.

Required knowledge

characteristics of different groups of junior participants and appropriate communication and motivation techniques for each group

products and services suitable for junior golfers

advanced skills, tactics and strategies of golf in order to build these into junior development programs

strategies to best develop and promote participation in junior golf

marketing and advertising strategies to promote junior golf

existing and potential networks and groups to enable links to be developed with potential stakeholders and participants

the relationship between professional golf and junior golf development in order to develop programs that will integrate with and develop pathways to professional golf

types of program structures and formats suitable for different participant groups to ensure the development of appropriate programs and activities.

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 individual, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Target groupsmay include:

those who have never played golf

novices or beginners

talent or development squads

elite juniors

representative teams.

Stakeholdersmay include:

professional golfing bodies

golf clubs

schools

community organisations

parents

participants

representatives from host facilities.

Needs and aimsmay include:

to identify talent

to develop skills

to promote junior participation in golf

to introduce junior participants to club facilities and competitive environments

to promote and facilitate national skills or national development programs.

Relevant informationmay include:

participant profiles

available facilities and equipment

level of demand

modified activities and games

rules and regulations of golf.

Type of activitiesmay include:

ongoing development programs

one-off events

talent ID

promotional activities

individual coaching

group coaching

schools based

club based

National Activity Organisation junior clinics

junior representative team programs.

Requirementsmay include:

handicap

age

experience

physical capability

equipment

facilities

personnel.

Organisation policies and proceduresmay include:

equal opportunity

privacy

working with children

work health and safety

budgeting constraints

marketing

advertising.

Requirements of host facilitiesmay include:

local rules

space, access and time restrictions

safety and insurance requirements

parent approval and participant disclaimers

working with children checks and supervision requirements

Program formatsmay include:

schools based participation and skills program

club based participation and skills program

age-specific development programs

junior representative team programs

junior shootouts or other modified programs.

Rules and regulations of golfmay include:

Golf Australia handicapping and course rating system

best practice codes of ethics and policies of organisations such as:

Golf Australia

Professional Golfers Association (PGA) of Australia

Australian Sports Commission (ASC)

safety requirements and protocols.

Local groupsmay include:

schools

community groups

local government authorities

regional associations

junior foundations

golf clubs.

Resourcesmay include:

modified golf equipment

courses, ranges, greens or sport facilities

coaching and supervisory staff

first aid equipment

funding and financial requirements.

Modifications may include:

ability level of group

ability level of individuals

facility constraints

weather conditions

group size

length of hole

scoring format

skills requirements.

Relevant componentsmay include:

facility

format

activities

promotion and marketing

timing

costs

modifications

inclusion, participation and enjoyment

financial outcomes.