Conduct a recreation program for older persons

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Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
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Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
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Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver SRCCRO009B, 'Conduct a recreation program for older persons'.
Google Links
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Elements and Performance Criteria

Elements and Performance Criteria

Element

Performance Criteria

1

Prepare for a recreation program

1.1

Assess older person's status and condition as suitable for participation in the recreation program prior to commencement

1.2

Determine the range of activities to be utilised in the recreation program and work environment in conjunction with clients

1.3

Identify and sources resources required for the recreation program prior to commencement

2

Establish effective communication

2.1

Communicate instructions in a manner suitable to the older person and are clear, accurate and contain all relevant information

2.2

Encourage older persons to seek clarification of information when necessary

2.3

Communicate feedback on activity technique and correct usage of equipment to the older persons at an appropriate time

3

Assist the older person to meet physical welfare and social needs through a recreation program

3.1

Foster older person's self esteem, emotional well-being and confidence

3.2

Modify the recreation program, where necessary, based on an assessment of the conditions, older person's status, facilities and equipment

3.3

Conduct activities within the recreation program at a level and pace to suit the capabilities of individuals and/or the group

3.4

Select activities within the recreation program to take into account the structural and functional alterations to the human body as a result of the ageing process

3.5

Select activities within the recreation program to take into account the social interaction needs of older persons

3.6

Provide assistance with the provision and use of aids as appropriate

3.7

Brief older persons on safe and responsible behaviour and make aware of the rules, codes, organisational/health and safety requirements, restrictions and the need to minimise damage to equipment and the environment

3.8

'Warm-up' older persons through the use of safe and appropriate exercises relevant to the proposed activity or session

3.9

Utilise appropriate techniques to motivate clients to maintain an appropriate work rate

3.10

Provide advice on general recreation issues concerning older persons in response to enquiries from participants

3.11

Allocate sufficient time for 'cooling down' and discussions with older persons

3.12

Collect and check issued equipment for damage and wear

3.13

Give older persons the opportunity to provide feedback and identify further needs


Qualifications and Skillsets

SRCCRO009B appears in the following qualifications:

  • CHC40608 - Certificate IV in Leisure and Health
  • CHC50508 - Diploma of Leisure and Health
  • HLT42507 - Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance