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SISFFIT022 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Instruct aquatic sessions for specific population groups

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Issue Date: April 2024


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Unit of Competency SISFFIT022 - Instruct aquatic sessions for specific population groups
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan and deliver safe and effective aquatic exercise sessions 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 does not apply to the provision of hydrotherapy.This unit applies to fitness instructors who work in a variety of fitness or aquatic locations such as fitness, leisure and community centres. These individuals 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:

an industry workplace or simulated environment that offers aquatic services and facilities suitable for specific population clients.

Assessment must ensure use of:

an industry workplace with the appropriate environmental features:

indoor or outdoor swimming pool in a controlled environment

swimming pool entry and exit points

wet decks

ramps

steps

bulk heads

surface of pool and concourse

pool floor gradient

water temperature

railings

chemical additives

ambient temperature

safety equipment relevant to local regulatory and organisational policies and procedures

a variety of equipment appropriate for use in water by specific population clients

industry endorsed risk stratification procedures

session plan templates with space to identify modifications/adjustments needed

appropriate organisational documentation and resources such as equipment checklists and session plan templates

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 must ensure access to:

documentation such as manufacturer specifications for equipment use and maintenance

legislation, best practice principles, and organisational policies and procedures in relation to aquatic activities.

Assessment activities that allow the individual to:

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

demonstrate the ability to instruct a variety of water based fitness sessions:

using industry realistic timeframes

catering for:

beginners, intermediate and advanced participants

low and high impact

taking into consideration:

participant characteristics, specific population conditions and functional ability

participant goals

depth of water

fitness and ability of participant

water safety and awareness.

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

have at least 2 years consecutive industry experience in the application of the skills and knowledge of this unit.
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.
  • Assess suitability of pool environment for participants and development strategies to maximise participant safety and enjoyment.
  • Explain benefits of aquatic exercise and identify potential barriers to participation.
  • Develop and document client profile for re-evaluation.
       
Element: Develop aquatic exercise plan and program.
  • Determine type of aquatic training methods and equipment required to achieve client goals.
  • Develop and document program plans that incorporate key instructional information.
  • Incorporate guidance/advice from medical or allied health professionals into the provision of fitness advice/or planning of aquatic instruction.
  • Develop customised training sessions that include a variety of aquatic exercises and equipment to meet needs and characteristics of client.
       
Element: Conduct aquatic session.
  • 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.
  • Provide movement pattern alternatives for participants that present with limited water familiarisation, mobility or ability in an aquatic environment.
  • Monitor client technique and safety within appropriate hydrodynamic principles, and modify 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.
  • 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.
  • Assess suitability of pool environment for participants and development strategies to maximise participant safety and enjoyment.
  • Explain benefits of aquatic exercise and identify potential barriers to participation.
  • Develop and document client profile for re-evaluation.
       
Element: Develop aquatic exercise plan and program.
  • Determine type of aquatic training methods and equipment required to achieve client goals.
  • Develop and document program plans that incorporate key instructional information.
  • Incorporate guidance/advice from medical or allied health professionals into the provision of fitness advice/or planning of aquatic instruction.
  • Develop customised training sessions that include a variety of aquatic exercises and equipment to meet needs and characteristics of client.
       
Element: Conduct aquatic session.
  • 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.
  • Provide movement pattern alternatives for participants that present with limited water familiarisation, mobility or ability in an aquatic environment.
  • Monitor client technique and safety within appropriate hydrodynamic principles, and modify 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.
  • 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 Assess suitability of pool environment for participants and development strategies to maximise participant safety and enjoyment.

1.5 Explain benefits of aquatic exercise and identify potential barriers to participation.

1.6 Develop and document client profile for re-evaluation.

2. Develop aquatic exercise plan and program.

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

2.2 Develop and document program plans that incorporate key instructional information.

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

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

3. Conduct aquatic session.

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 Provide movement pattern alternatives for participants that present with limited water familiarisation, mobility or ability in an aquatic environment.

3.6 Monitor client technique and safety within appropriate hydrodynamic principles, and modify as required.

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

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

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:

plan, document, implement and evaluate suitable aquatic 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 aquatic sessions that individually or cumulatively incorporate:

appropriate selection and monitoring of client use of a range of water-based fitness equipment

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

safe and effective instructional techniques in water-based fitness:

formations

instructor preservation techniques

visual and verbal cueing

mirror imagine

emulating water movements

anchored and weighted movements

active and energetic movements

propulsion or turbulent actions

suspended movements in deep or shallow water

efficient learning curves

appropriate teaching positioning in regards to clients, pool and deck, sound system and sun glare

clear and encouraging instructions

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.

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

legislation and regulatory requirements in regards to:

work health and safety/occupational health and safety

duty of care

organisational policies and procedures to ensure safety of clients and other facility users in regards to:

overcrowding

ventilation

hygiene

climate control

energy

standards of personal presentation

swimwear and pool footwear

use, care and maintenance of pool equipment

properties of water:

mass

density

viscosity

hydrostatic pressure

forces that act upon the body in water:

buoyancy

resistance

turbulence

propulsion

inertia

industry endorsed client pre-exercise health 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

common barrier to exercise participation

contraindications and precautions that may affect water based participation

participant cultural and social differences and potential impacts of participation

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. instructional strategies appropriate to risk status for participant group to enable effective and safe conduct of aquatic activities:

visual and or verbal and or aural and or tactile communication

multi-sensory

guided discovery

repeating instructions

breaking tasks into smaller activities

positive reinforcement

directive

best practice principles of aquatic activities

effective teaching strategies appropriate to specific population group:

breaking tasks into smaller activities

directive

guided discovery

multi-sensory

positive reinforcement

repeating instructions

visual, verbal, aural and tactile.

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 Assess suitability of pool environment for participants and development strategies to maximise participant safety and enjoyment.

1.5 Explain benefits of aquatic exercise and identify potential barriers to participation.

1.6 Develop and document client profile for re-evaluation.

2. Develop aquatic exercise plan and program.

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

2.2 Develop and document program plans that incorporate key instructional information.

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

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

3. Conduct aquatic session.

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 Provide movement pattern alternatives for participants that present with limited water familiarisation, mobility or ability in an aquatic environment.

3.6 Monitor client technique and safety within appropriate hydrodynamic principles, and modify as required.

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

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

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. 
Assess suitability of pool environment for participants and development strategies to maximise participant safety and enjoyment. 
Explain benefits of aquatic exercise and identify potential barriers to participation. 
Develop and document client profile for re-evaluation. 
Determine type of aquatic training methods and equipment required to achieve client goals. 
Develop and document program plans that incorporate key instructional information. 
Incorporate guidance/advice from medical or allied health professionals into the provision of fitness advice/or planning of aquatic instruction. 
Develop customised training sessions that include a variety of aquatic exercises and equipment to meet needs and characteristics of client. 
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. 
Provide movement pattern alternatives for participants that present with limited water familiarisation, mobility or ability in an aquatic environment. 
Monitor client technique and safety within appropriate hydrodynamic principles, and modify 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. 
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. 
Assess suitability of pool environment for participants and development strategies to maximise participant safety and enjoyment. 
Explain benefits of aquatic exercise and identify potential barriers to participation. 
Develop and document client profile for re-evaluation. 
Determine type of aquatic training methods and equipment required to achieve client goals. 
Develop and document program plans that incorporate key instructional information. 
Incorporate guidance/advice from medical or allied health professionals into the provision of fitness advice/or planning of aquatic instruction. 
Develop customised training sessions that include a variety of aquatic exercises and equipment to meet needs and characteristics of client. 
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. 
Provide movement pattern alternatives for participants that present with limited water familiarisation, mobility or ability in an aquatic environment. 
Monitor client technique and safety within appropriate hydrodynamic principles, and modify 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. 
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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