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SISFFIT002 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Recognise and apply exercise considerations for specific populations

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Issue Date: April 2024


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Unit of Competency SISFFIT002 - Recognise and apply exercise considerations for specific populations
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to recognise exercise considerations common to specific population groups. It requires the ability to understand anatomical and physiological considerations and apply that understanding to client exercise participation aimed at improving health-related components of fitness. This unit applies to fitness instructors working within the industry endorsed scope of practice when providing advice regarding fitness services and referral requirements for clients from the following specific population groups:childrenwomenolder adultsclients with a disabilityculturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) groups. This unit does not apply to provision of exercise to higher risk specific population clients, or inappropriate exercise prescription for moderate risk clients. This unit applies to fitness instructors who typically work independently with some level of autonomy in a controlled environment. Work is performed according to relevant legislation including working with children and/or vulnerable people checks, and organisational policies and procedures. No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Skills must be demonstrated in:

a workplace or simulated fitness industry environment that offers a variety services and facilities suitable for specific population clients.

Assessment must ensure use of:

a variety of equipment appropriate for use by specific population clients

organisational policies and procedures related to specific population clients

manufacturer guidelines on equipment safety and usage

industry endorsed risk stratification procedures

documented session plans with inclusion of identified modifications/adjustments needed

learning and assessment tools validated by an accredited/registered allied health professional with at least two consecutive years experience in clinical practice

specific population clients and medical or allied health professionals for referral processes; these can be:

clients, and medical or allied health professionals in the workplace, or

individuals who participate in project activities, role plays or simulated activities, set up for the purpose of assessment, within a training organisation.

Assessment activities that allow the individual to:

develop a variety of exercise programs for specific population clients over a period of time, ensuring adequate time to allow for the implementation of required modifications

provide advice regarding fitness services and facilities for specific population clients

complete and update client records:

pre-exercise screening documents

program as prescribed

modifications

client consent

copies of any communications.

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisation’s requirements for assessors; and:

have a Certificate IV in Fitness or above; and

have at least 1 year consecutive post qualification fitness industry experience in the application of the skills and knowledge of the Certificate IV in Fitness.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Fitness
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Identify client fitness requirements.
  • Consider and confirm client needs, expectations and preferences using suitable questioning techniques.
  • Review and advise client of outcomes of pre-exercise health screening procedures.
  • Refer client to medical or allied health professionals as required.
  • Identify potential barriers to participation.
  • Develop and document client profile for re-evaluation purposes.
       
Element: Develop program plans.
  • Determine type of training, training methods and equipment required to achieve client goals.
  • Incorporate guidance/advice from medical or allied health professionals into the provision of fitness advice/or planning of instruction.
  • Develop and document program plans that incorporate key instructional information to target components of fitness, including guidance from medical or allied health professionals if required.
  • Explain benefits of exercise and anticipated structural and physiological adaptations as they relate to client goals and needs.
  • Develop customised training sessions that include a variety of exercises and equipment to meet client needs.
  • Discuss and confirm client understanding of potential signs and symptoms of intolerance, precautions or contraindications to exercise and recommended precautions.
       
Element: Conduct exercise sessions.
  • Allocate sufficient space, assemble resources and check equipment for safety and maintenance requirements.
  • Provide clear exercise instructions and confirm client understanding.
  • Demonstrate exercises, techniques and equipment to client.
  • Monitor participation and performance to identify signs of exercise intolerance and modify as required.
  • Monitor client intensity, techniques, posture and safety, and modify program as required.
  • Seek ongoing guidance from, or refer client to, medical or allied health professionals, as appropriate.
  • Select and use communication techniques that encourage and support clients.
  • Modify session as required considering basic mechanics, safety and fitness outcomes.
  • Respond to clients experiencing difficulties and answer questions as required.
  • Complete session documentation and progress notes.
       
Element: Evaluate program.
  • Monitor and evaluate exercise program at appropriate intervals.
  • Provide written and verbal feedback to medical or allied health professionals, as required.
  • Request and respond to feedback from clients.
  • Review own performance and identify areas needing improvement.
  • Identify aspects needing further emphasis or attention in future sessions.
  • Evaluate program or activities and discuss modifications to program.
  • Document and update records of evaluation and modification of programs.
       
Element: Identify client fitness requirements.
  • Consider and confirm client needs, expectations and preferences using suitable questioning techniques.
  • Review and advise client of outcomes of pre-exercise health screening procedures.
  • Refer client to medical or allied health professionals as required.
  • Identify potential barriers to participation.
  • Develop and document client profile for re-evaluation purposes.
       
Element: Develop program plans.
  • Determine type of training, training methods and equipment required to achieve client goals.
  • Incorporate guidance/advice from medical or allied health professionals into the provision of fitness advice/or planning of instruction.
  • Develop and document program plans that incorporate key instructional information to target components of fitness, including guidance from medical or allied health professionals if required.
  • Explain benefits of exercise and anticipated structural and physiological adaptations as they relate to client goals and needs.
  • Develop customised training sessions that include a variety of exercises and equipment to meet client needs.
  • Discuss and confirm client understanding of potential signs and symptoms of intolerance, precautions or contraindications to exercise and recommended precautions.
       
Element: Conduct exercise sessions.
  • Allocate sufficient space, assemble resources and check equipment for safety and maintenance requirements.
  • Provide clear exercise instructions and confirm client understanding.
  • Demonstrate exercises, techniques and equipment to client.
  • Monitor participation and performance to identify signs of exercise intolerance and modify as required.
  • Monitor client intensity, techniques, posture and safety, and modify program as required.
  • Seek ongoing guidance from, or refer client to, medical or allied health professionals, as appropriate.
  • Select and use communication techniques that encourage and support clients.
  • Modify session as required considering basic mechanics, safety and fitness outcomes.
  • Respond to clients experiencing difficulties and answer questions as required.
  • Complete session documentation and progress notes.
       
Element: Evaluate program.
  • Monitor and evaluate exercise program at appropriate intervals.
  • Provide written and verbal feedback to medical or allied health professionals, as required.
  • Request and respond to feedback from clients.
  • Review own performance and identify areas needing improvement.
  • Identify aspects needing further emphasis or attention in future sessions.
  • Evaluate program or activities and discuss modifications to program.
  • Document and update records of evaluation and modification of programs.
       


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.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Identify client fitness requirements.

1.1 Consider and confirm client needs, expectations and preferences using suitable questioning techniques.

1.2 Review and advise client of outcomes of pre-exercise health screening procedures.

1.3 Refer client to medical or allied health professionals as required.

1.4 Identify potential barriers to participation.

1.5 Develop and document client profile for re-evaluation purposes.

2. Develop program plans.

2.1 Determine type of training, training methods and equipment required to achieve client goals.

2.2 Incorporate guidance/advice from medical or allied health professionals into the provision of fitness advice/or planning of instruction.

2.3 Develop and document program plans that incorporate key instructional information to target components of fitness, including guidance from medical or allied health professionals if required.

2.4 Explain benefits of exercise and anticipated structural and physiological adaptations as they relate to client goals and needs.

2.5 Develop customised training sessions that include a variety of exercises and equipment to meet client needs.

2.6 Discuss and confirm client understanding of potential signs and symptoms of intolerance, precautions or contraindications to exercise and recommended precautions.

3. Conduct exercise sessions.

3.1 Allocate sufficient space, assemble resources and check equipment for safety and maintenance requirements.

3.2 Provide clear exercise instructions and confirm client understanding.

3.3 Demonstrate exercises, techniques and equipment to client.

3.4 Monitor participation and performance to identify signs of exercise intolerance and modify as required.

3.5 Monitor client intensity, techniques, posture and safety, and modify program as required.

3.6 Seek ongoing guidance from, or refer client to, medical or allied health professionals, as appropriate.

3.7 Select and use communication techniques that encourage and support clients.

3.8 Modify session as required considering basic mechanics, safety and fitness outcomes.

3.9 Respond to clients experiencing difficulties and answer questions as required.

3.10 Complete session documentation and progress notes.

4. Evaluate program.

4.1 Monitor and evaluate exercise program at appropriate intervals.

4.2 Provide written and verbal feedback to medical or allied health professionals, as required.

4.3 Request and respond to feedback from clients.

4.4 Review own performance and identify areas needing improvement.

4.5 Identify aspects needing further emphasis or attention in future sessions.

4.6 Evaluate program or activities and discuss modifications to program.

4.7 Document and update records of evaluation and modification of programs.

Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:

use industry endorsed pre-exercise screening tools and risk stratification processes to identify the risk level of at least ten clients across the following specific population groups:

children and adolescents

women

older adults

clients with a disability

culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) groups

prepare referral letters to relevant medical or appropriate allied health professionals with supporting pre-exercise health screening documentation for a client from each specific population group

plan, document, implement and evaluate suitable exercise programs within scope of practice for specific population clients:

five clients that don’t require guidance or instruction provided by medical or allied health professionals

five clients in response to guidance or instruction provided by medical or allied health professionals

conduct sessions that incorporate:

appropriate selection and monitoring of a range of gym-based cardiovascular and resistance equipment, according to industry guidelines

demonstration, explanation, and instruction of exercises

injury prevention strategies specific to client needs and program

suitable order and sequence of activities

session components that target the needs and goals of the individual

suitable duration, intensity, volume

ongoing clear and constructive feedback to clients and, where required, medical or allied health professionals

use of evidence based exercise adherence strategies specific to the population groups

modify programs for clients, addressing at least three of the following:

technical requirements

changing needs due to fitness adaptations

changing goals

client needs, objectives, likes and dislikes

technical difficulty adjustments of exercises

medical or allied health professional feedback

conduct periodic ongoing evaluation of outcomes from fitness programs in accordance with the established program goals and industry best practice.

Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:

legislative and regulatory requirements regarding specific population exercise participation:

child protection

privacy

anti-discrimination

work health and safety/occupational health and safety

duty of care

organisational policies and procedures in regards to specific population exercise participation:

industry endorsed risk management protocols, exercise implications and referral requirements

overcrowding

ventilation and/or climate control

hygiene

emergency

standards of personal presentation

participant’s clothing and footwear

use, care and maintenance of equipment

industry endorsed client pre-exercise screening processes

industry endorsed risk stratification procedures, exercise implications and referral requirements for:

low-risk clients

moderate risk clients

higher risk clients

when there are extreme or multiple risk factors present and professional judgement to decide whether further medical advice is required identification of clients at high or higher risk of an adverse event occurring during exercise

physical activity and exercise intensity and frequency guidelines

precautions to exercise relevant to the specific population in accordance with industry guidelines where applicable

benefits versus risk of participation

situations where cessation of exercise program is required, this may include but is not limited to:

chest pain at rest or during activity

severe breathlessness/feeling faint/dizziness/loss of balance

unusual fatigue or shortness of breath

asthma aggravation/attack

significant muscle, bone or joint pain (beyond what is normally expected during exercise)

a situation whereby the fitness professional makes a judgement that continuing the session is beyond their professional capabilities and scope of practice, and could potentially compromise client health and safety

signs and symptoms of poor exercise tolerance or unstable condition

role of medical or allied health professionals for referral processes:

accredited exercise physiologist

accredited practising dietician

chiropractor

continence nurse advisor

general practitioner

occupational therapist

osteopath

physiotherapist

podiatrist

psychologist

remedial massage therapist

sports doctor

sports physician

typical anatomical and physiological considerations for the following specific population groups:

children

women

older adults

clients with a disability

CALD groups

appropriate management for signs and symptoms of intolerance or an unstable condition:

cease or modify exercise

refer to a medical or allied health professional

call an ambulance if required

potential or actual effect of the condition on exercise behaviour

exercise adherence strategies.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Identify client fitness requirements.

1.1 Consider and confirm client needs, expectations and preferences using suitable questioning techniques.

1.2 Review and advise client of outcomes of pre-exercise health screening procedures.

1.3 Refer client to medical or allied health professionals as required.

1.4 Identify potential barriers to participation.

1.5 Develop and document client profile for re-evaluation purposes.

2. Develop program plans.

2.1 Determine type of training, training methods and equipment required to achieve client goals.

2.2 Incorporate guidance/advice from medical or allied health professionals into the provision of fitness advice/or planning of instruction.

2.3 Develop and document program plans that incorporate key instructional information to target components of fitness, including guidance from medical or allied health professionals if required.

2.4 Explain benefits of exercise and anticipated structural and physiological adaptations as they relate to client goals and needs.

2.5 Develop customised training sessions that include a variety of exercises and equipment to meet client needs.

2.6 Discuss and confirm client understanding of potential signs and symptoms of intolerance, precautions or contraindications to exercise and recommended precautions.

3. Conduct exercise sessions.

3.1 Allocate sufficient space, assemble resources and check equipment for safety and maintenance requirements.

3.2 Provide clear exercise instructions and confirm client understanding.

3.3 Demonstrate exercises, techniques and equipment to client.

3.4 Monitor participation and performance to identify signs of exercise intolerance and modify as required.

3.5 Monitor client intensity, techniques, posture and safety, and modify program as required.

3.6 Seek ongoing guidance from, or refer client to, medical or allied health professionals, as appropriate.

3.7 Select and use communication techniques that encourage and support clients.

3.8 Modify session as required considering basic mechanics, safety and fitness outcomes.

3.9 Respond to clients experiencing difficulties and answer questions as required.

3.10 Complete session documentation and progress notes.

4. Evaluate program.

4.1 Monitor and evaluate exercise program at appropriate intervals.

4.2 Provide written and verbal feedback to medical or allied health professionals, as required.

4.3 Request and respond to feedback from clients.

4.4 Review own performance and identify areas needing improvement.

4.5 Identify aspects needing further emphasis or attention in future sessions.

4.6 Evaluate program or activities and discuss modifications to program.

4.7 Document and update records of evaluation and modification of programs.

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
Consider and confirm client needs, expectations and preferences using suitable questioning techniques. 
Review and advise client of outcomes of pre-exercise health screening procedures. 
Refer client to medical or allied health professionals as required. 
Identify potential barriers to participation. 
Develop and document client profile for re-evaluation purposes. 
Determine type of training, training methods and equipment required to achieve client goals. 
Incorporate guidance/advice from medical or allied health professionals into the provision of fitness advice/or planning of instruction. 
Develop and document program plans that incorporate key instructional information to target components of fitness, including guidance from medical or allied health professionals if required. 
Explain benefits of exercise and anticipated structural and physiological adaptations as they relate to client goals and needs. 
Develop customised training sessions that include a variety of exercises and equipment to meet client needs. 
Discuss and confirm client understanding of potential signs and symptoms of intolerance, precautions or contraindications to exercise and recommended precautions. 
Allocate sufficient space, assemble resources and check equipment for safety and maintenance requirements. 
Provide clear exercise instructions and confirm client understanding. 
Demonstrate exercises, techniques and equipment to client. 
Monitor participation and performance to identify signs of exercise intolerance and modify as required. 
Monitor client intensity, techniques, posture and safety, and modify program as required. 
Seek ongoing guidance from, or refer client to, medical or allied health professionals, as appropriate. 
Select and use communication techniques that encourage and support clients. 
Modify session as required considering basic mechanics, safety and fitness outcomes. 
Respond to clients experiencing difficulties and answer questions as required. 
Complete session documentation and progress notes. 
Monitor and evaluate exercise program at appropriate intervals. 
Provide written and verbal feedback to medical or allied health professionals, as required. 
Request and respond to feedback from clients. 
Review own performance and identify areas needing improvement. 
Identify aspects needing further emphasis or attention in future sessions. 
Evaluate program or activities and discuss modifications to program. 
Document and update records of evaluation and modification of programs. 
Consider and confirm client needs, expectations and preferences using suitable questioning techniques. 
Review and advise client of outcomes of pre-exercise health screening procedures. 
Refer client to medical or allied health professionals as required. 
Identify potential barriers to participation. 
Develop and document client profile for re-evaluation purposes. 
Determine type of training, training methods and equipment required to achieve client goals. 
Incorporate guidance/advice from medical or allied health professionals into the provision of fitness advice/or planning of instruction. 
Develop and document program plans that incorporate key instructional information to target components of fitness, including guidance from medical or allied health professionals if required. 
Explain benefits of exercise and anticipated structural and physiological adaptations as they relate to client goals and needs. 
Develop customised training sessions that include a variety of exercises and equipment to meet client needs. 
Discuss and confirm client understanding of potential signs and symptoms of intolerance, precautions or contraindications to exercise and recommended precautions. 
Allocate sufficient space, assemble resources and check equipment for safety and maintenance requirements. 
Provide clear exercise instructions and confirm client understanding. 
Demonstrate exercises, techniques and equipment to client. 
Monitor participation and performance to identify signs of exercise intolerance and modify as required. 
Monitor client intensity, techniques, posture and safety, and modify program as required. 
Seek ongoing guidance from, or refer client to, medical or allied health professionals, as appropriate. 
Select and use communication techniques that encourage and support clients. 
Modify session as required considering basic mechanics, safety and fitness outcomes. 
Respond to clients experiencing difficulties and answer questions as required. 
Complete session documentation and progress notes. 
Monitor and evaluate exercise program at appropriate intervals. 
Provide written and verbal feedback to medical or allied health professionals, as required. 
Request and respond to feedback from clients. 
Review own performance and identify areas needing improvement. 
Identify aspects needing further emphasis or attention in future sessions. 
Evaluate program or activities and discuss modifications to program. 
Document and update records of evaluation and modification of programs. 

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