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SISXCAI102A
Assist in preparing and conducting sport and recreation sessions

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit applies to those who work as assistants under direct supervision in a range of roles and settings in the sport, recreation or fitness industry. This may include those working as assistants in after-school or holiday-care programs, those assisting a responsible person in coaching activities, or those undertaking a supporting role in indoor recreation activities and outdoor recreation activities, such as camps and other guided activities.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to assist in the preparation and conduct of sessions within the sport and recreation industry. The unit also focuses on assisting the responsible person to monitor and evaluate the sessions.

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:

identifies, confirms and carries out assigned duties, according to own level of responsibility; referring to appropriate personnel when outside level of responsibility

carries out allocated tasks responsibly and in a non-discriminatory manner, according to instructions of responsible person and reporting difficulties to appropriate personnel

clearly conveys necessary information about essential aspects of the session to assist and encourage participants to participate fully

contributes to the evaluation of the session, suggesting how it could be improved and reflecting on own work performance.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure assisting in planning and conducting multiple sport and recreation sessions that are of sufficient duration to allow the candidate to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.

Assessment must also ensure access to:

sport and recreation environments and facilities that reflect local requirements and activities

equipment and resources required for the sessions, including participants with varying needs, venues, support staff, equipment and materials

documentation, such as session plans and checklists for equipment checks

organisational policies and procedures.

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 interaction with a range of participants, including conveying information for safe participation in sessions; and assisting in delivery, supervision and evaluation of sessions according to own level of responsibility

oral and or written questioning to assess knowledge of techniques and activity skills for the specific session

third-party reports from a supervisor detailing work performed by the candidate.

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

SISXOHS101A Follow occupational health and safety policies

SISXIND101A Work effectively in sport and recreation environments.

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:

offer suggestions during the planning process for the sessions

confirm arrangements with responsible staff

interact with participants and colleagues

convey information about the session

problem-solving skills to:

identify and report problems related to sessions, such as unavailable equipment

implement contingencies for situations

planning and organising skills to confirm arrangements, such as access to facilities and equipment

self-management skills to:

recognise and act within level of own role and responsibilities

review and evaluate session outcomes in relation to personal performance

teamwork skills to liaise with appropriate staff to carry out allocated tasks

literacy skills to interpret and seek clarification on session plans.

Required knowledge

organisational policies and procedures to enable the safe and non-discriminatory conduct of sessions

organisational policies and procedures to ensure compliance with roles and responsibilities of staff working in an assisting role

potential hazards associated with the session to ensure safe conduct of the session

techniques and skills appropriate to the session, including warm-up and cool-down techniques to ensure participant needs are met according to their abilities

manufacturer's safety standards for equipment to ensure safe use of equipment used in the session

techniques to motivate participants to encourage interaction and participation.

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.

Suggestions may include:

content of activity

methods of working with participants

timing and sequencing of components of session.

Session may include:

task, game, activity or exercise

component of a sequenced program of individual sessions

individual or group sessions.

Aims of the session may include:

enable participation

inspire confidence

provide motivation

assist with self-improvement

improve fitness targets

make lifestyle adjustments

entertain.

Participants may include:

adults and children

school or youth groups

tourists

club members and general public

variety of ethnic groups

clients with special needs.

Responsible person may include:

coordinator

supervisor

manager.

Session plan may include:

objectives

equipment

time

location

content.

Assigned duties may include:

preparing equipment

monitoring participants.

Arrangements may include:

equipment

materials

access to facilities

refreshments.

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

duty of care

equal opportunity

frequency and scope of equipment checks

incident and fault reporting

job descriptions and responsibilities

occupational health and safety

staff behaviour

working with children.

Communication may include:

verbal

demonstration.

Information may include:

appropriate apparel and footwear

safe use of equipment

instructions to complete an activity

potential hazards.

Situations and occurrences may include:

sudden illness

aggressive behaviour

bullying

harassment.

Problems may include:

participant behaviour

suitability of activity type or duration

equipment failure.

Feedback may include suggestions about:

suitability and safety of facilities and equipment

content of session

structure and processes of the activity or session

participant progress.

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
Offer suggestions that support the aims of the session and participants according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Discuss suggestions with responsible person to determine suitability. 
Confirm session plan and assigned duties with responsible person. 
Identify and confirm allocated arrangements. 
Notify responsible person of any difficulties and make required alterations as directed. 
Confirm final arrangements with the person responsible for the session. 
Follow instructions to check equipment according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Communicate information required to safely participate in the session to participants according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Assist participants to warm up for the activity according to organisational policies and procedures and instructions of responsible person. 
Refer situations and occurrences outside area of responsibility to responsible person according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Carry out assigned duties as directed. 
Respond to participant queries according to own level of responsibility. 
Explain and demonstrate techniques required for the session to participants in consultation with responsible person. 
Monitor participant performance in consultation with responsible person. 
Report problems in participant performance and response to responsible person. 
Assist participants to cool down according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Check equipment for wear and tear and report problems to responsible person according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Seek participant feedback and identify further needs. 
Explain plan for follow-up sessions to participants as directed. 
Provide personal feedback on the outcomes of the session to appropriate staff. 
Convey participant feedback on the session to appropriate staff. 
Review own work performance and identify potential improvements. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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