Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation
Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation
SIS30122
BIO1
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 13/12/2022 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals with well-developed skills and knowledge required to deliver recreational services. Using discretion and judgement, they work with some independence and under limited supervision using clearly defined plans, policies and procedures to guide work activities.
Specialisations are available for customer service officers, recreation officers, pool lifeguards and swim teachers but are not mandatory to achieve this qualification.
This qualification provides a pathway to work for any type of sport, aquatic or recreation organisation including commercial, not-for-profit, community and government organisations.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Fifteen (15) units must be completed:- Six (6) core units
- Nine (9) elective units, consisting of:
- Seven (7) units from the list below
- Two (2) units from the list below, elsewhere in SIS Training Package, or any other current Training Package or accredited course.
Packaging Rules to achieve a specialisation:
Five (5) units from Group A must be selected for award of Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation (Customer Service Officer)
All five (5) units from Group B must be selected for award of Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation (Pool Lifeguard)
All five (5) units from Group C must be selected for award of Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation (Recreation Officer)
All six (6) units from Group D must be selected for award of Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation (Swim Teacher).
The selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the complexity of skills appropriate to the AQF level of this qualification.
Electives shown in italics on training.gov.au (TGA) have prerequisite units of competency, which are also listed within their appropriate group.
1. Core Units
All six (6) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEN60 | SISXFAC006 | Maintain activity equipment | 15 | Unit of competency |
| OEN36 | SISXIND011 | Maintain sport, fitness and recreation industry knowledge | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OBB09 | BSBWHS308 | Participate in WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WG738 | HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OEN63 | SISXCCS004 | Provide quality service | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OEN61 | SISXEMR003 | Respond to emergency situations | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A – Customer Service Officer
Five (5) units from Group A must be selected for award of Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation (Customer Service Officer).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCF18 | BSBOPS301 | Maintain business resources | 15 | Unit of competency |
| OBG11 | SIRXOSM002 | Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OCG19 | BSBINS302 | Organise workplace information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OEN48 | SISXFAM002 | Process financial transactions | 15 | Unit of competency |
| AWX46 | SIRRMER001 | Produce visual merchandise displays | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCD30 | HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | 18 | Unit of competency |
| AWW95 | SIRXSLS001 | Sell to the retail customer | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCE05 | BSBTEC201 | Use business software applications | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OBG14 | SIRXOSM003 | Use social media and online tools | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B – Pool Lifeguard
All five (5) units from Group B must be selected for award of Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation (Pool Lifeguard).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEN37 | SISCAQU021 | Perform complex water rescues | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OEN58 | SISCAQU020 | Perform water rescues | 10 | Unit of competency |
| OCD30 | HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | 18 | Unit of competency |
| OEN47 | SISCAQU022 | Provide oxygen resuscitation and therapy in an aquatic environment | 16 | Unit of competency |
| OEN72 | SISCAQU019 | Supervise patron safety in aquatic locations | 15 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C – Recreation Officer
All five (5) units from Group C must be selected for award of Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation (Recreation Officer).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEN44 | SISXPLD002 | Deliver recreation sessions | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OEN38 | SISXPLD004 | Facilitate groups | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OEN29 | SISXPLD005 | Facilitate inclusion for people with disability | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OCD30 | HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | 18 | Unit of competency |
| OEN34 | SISXIND012 | Select and use technology for sport, fitness and recreation work | 40 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D – Swim Teacher
All six (6) units from Group D must be selected for award of Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation (Swim Teacher).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEN58 | SISCAQU020 | Perform water rescues | 10 | Unit of competency |
| OEN73 | SISCAQU023 | Plan swimming lessons | 15 | Unit of competency |
| OCD26 | HLTAID009 | Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation | 4 | Unit of competency |
| OEN33 | SISCAQU026 | Teach swimming strokes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OEN74 | SISCAQU024 | Teach water familiarisation, buoyancy and mobility skills | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OEN50 | SISCAQU025 | Teach water safety and survival skills | 20 | Unit of competency |
6. Group E – General Electives
Up to seven (7) units may be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWN8 | SIS31015 | Certificate III in Aquatics and Community Recreation | Qualification |
| AYW6 | SIS30115 | Certificate III in Sport and Recreation | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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