Required skills

communication skills on and off the Rugby League field to

actively participate in preactivity briefings

interpret play and predict other players intentions and movements

use calls hand signals eye signals signs and other communication methods to interact with players ingame

communicate with coaching staff to determine instructions and discuss skills development issues

discuss and clarify positions required skills and the International Laws of Rugby League

seek feedback and instructions from team members coaches support staff and referees

provide feedback on self and team performance

literacy skills to access interpret and comprehend the International Laws of Rugby League and the content of relevant player policies and procedures

numeracy skills to calculate effective time use during drills activities and games

teamwork skills to

encourage and support team members

share the ball with others

respect other players decisions

participate effectively in team training activities and games

problemsolving skills to

respond appropriately to changing conditions during training and game situations

resolve disputes related to the conduct or outcome of a game

selfmanagement skills to

review and reflect on own performance

organise time and priorities effectively

set short medium and long term goals

analytical skills to discuss and evaluate strengths and weaknesses of self and other players and to monitor self progression

player attack and defence skills to participate in Rugby League team activities at an advanced level

Required knowledge

the existence and basic aspects of occupational health and safety legislation

terms and conditions that apply to player use of and behaviour at private and public Rugby League facilities and gyms

the essential elements of player policies procedures and codes for appropriate participation in Rugby League activities

the complete content and differing interpretations of the International Laws of Rugby League

the onfield roles and responsibilities of all Rugby League positions

the essential features and use of advanced level Rugby League skills

the basic aspects of biomechanical principles to enable safe and effective performance of advanced Rugby League skills

the key characteristics and use of equipment used in advanced level Rugby League drills activities and games

the essential elements and appropriate use of communication systems used by players coaches support staff and referees during Rugby League drills activities and games

selfreflection principles to enable effective selfevaluation for future improvement

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

performs skills at an advanced level which are relevant to positional requirements and conditions on sufficient occasions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance

utilises knowledge of advanced level Rugby League game skills and relevant rules regulations and policies when playing at an advanced level

communicates appropriately with team members coaches referees and support staff throughout drills activities games and competitions and responds to feedback

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

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to

Rugby League training and competition facilities

equipment such as senior Rugby League training or match balls uniforms appropriate footwear and personal protective equipment

groups of advanced level Rugby League players to train with and play against

a coach to instruct and address players

support staff such as first aiders physiotherapists other medicos and experienced and qualified assistants

referees qualified to manage a match using the International Laws of Rugby League

International Laws of Rugby League

current relevant regulation player policies procedures and codes that apply to participation in Rugby League 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 advanced level Rugby League skills during drills activities games and competitions

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant laws regulations and policies

evaluation of thirdparty reports from coaches or referees detailing player performance

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

SISSRGLA Use advanced level tactics and game strategy in Rugby League play

SISSRGL308A Use advanced level tactics and game strategy in Rugby League play.

SISSRGLA Participate in conditioning for Rugby League

SISSRGL203A Participate in conditioning for Rugby League.

Strengths and weaknesses may relate to:

Basic biomechanical principles may include:

Advanced level skills of Rugby League may include:

Drills, activities may include:

Games may include:

Regulations may relate to:

Policies and procedures may involve:

Effective communication may involve:

Conditions and external influences may include: