Elements and Performance Criteria

Range Statements
The Range Statements provide advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competence, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. The Range Statements relate to the unit as a whole and helps facilitate holistic assessment. In addition, the following variables may be present for this particular unit of competency

RANGE STATEMENT
CATEGORIES
Appropriate language
[all categories]
is pitched at audience level
appropriate to the topic
contains no bad or offensive language
does not use jargon
Effectively
[all categories]
fully
politely
correctly
Impromptu talk
[all categories]
usually shorter
audience unknown, therefore ability to respond to feedback and adjust presentation is very important
ability to think on your feet
Non-verbal communication and body language
[all categories]
placement of hands
stance
head movements
eye movements
Organise
[all categories]
past
present
future
introduction
body
conclusion
Prepared talk
[all categories]
preparation time
practice
research topic and audience
ability to use visual aids
Relevant
[all categories]
interesting
informative
on the subject advertised
motivational
Talk
[all categories]
short
long
prepared
impromptu
Visuals
[all categories]
overhead transparencies
slides
photographs
handouts
video recording
PowerPoint or digital presentation

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competence for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competence and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statements

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Assessment must confirm sufficient knowledge of the factors that influence the preparation and presentation of an impromptu talk and a longer prepared speech
Assessment of performance should be over a period of time covering all categories from the Range Statements
Assessment must confirm the ability to apply knowledge and appropriate techniques to
prepare information for a speech
present a speech that contains relevant information
present a speech in a manner that engages and holds the audience's attention
deliver a speech using appropriate vocabulary and communication skill
Interdependent assessment of units
This unit must be assessed after attainment of competency in the following unit(s)
Nil
This unit must be assessed in conjunction with the following unit(s)
Nil
For the purpose of integrated assessment, this unit may be assessed in conjunction with the following unit(s)
Nil
Required knowledge and skills
Required knowledge
Knowledge of organisational codes of practice and guidelines for the delivery of speeches to the public
Knowledge of decision making and conflict resolution strategies for answering difficult questions
Knowledge of the organisation, its key functions, personnel, aims and objectives
Required skills
Problem solving in order to answer difficult questions fully and correctly, or to refer to others if answer is not known
Interpersonal skills in order to develop a rapport with audience
Communication (verbal and listening skills)
Observation in order to monitor effect of talk and adjust if necessary
Negotiation skills to negotiate outcomes with the audience and control audience reception of your talk
Flexibility skills to be able to adjust the talk on the spot in order to achieve the best outcome

Resource implications
Physical resources - assessment of this competency requires access to
an appropriately equipped theory space
a microphone
a lectern
a stage
access to relevant information
Human resources - assessment of this unit of competency will require human resources consistent with those outlined in the Assessment Guidelines. That is, assessors (or persons within the assessment team) must
be competent in this unit
be current in their knowledge and understanding of the industry through provision of evidence of professional activity in the relevant area
be personnel with career oriented participant competency at the appropriate level
have attained the mandatory competency requirements for assessors under the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) as specified in Standard 7.3 of the Standards for Registered Training Organisations
Consistency in performance
Due to the issues such as variable conditions of athlete participation this unit of competency must be assessed over a period of time in order to ensure consistency of performance over the Range Statements and contexts applicable to career oriented participants
Context for assessment
This unit of competency must be assessed in the context of a sporting activity with a range of real clients.For valid and reliable assessment the activity should be conductedin a real or simulated environment with sporting participants.The environment should be safe, with noise to a level experienced with an activity in full operation and support serviced provided for optimum performance
This unit of competency should be assessed through the observation of processes and procedures, oral and/or written questioning on required knowledge and skills and consideration of required attitudes
Where performance is not directly observed and/or is required to be demonstrated over a 'period of time' and/or in a 'number of locations', any evidence should be authenticated by colleagues, supervisors, clients or other appropriate persons

KEY COMPETENCIES
Collect, Analyse&Organise Information
Communicate Ideas&Information
Plan&Organise Activities
Work with Others&in Teams
Use Mathematical Ideas&Techniques
Solve Problems
Use Technology
2
2
1
1
-
1
1
These levels do not relate to the Australian Qualifications Framework. They relate to the seven areas of generic competency that underpin effective workplace practices.
The three levels of performance (1, 2 and 3) denote the level of competency required to perform the task:
Use routine approaches
Select from routine approaches
Establish new approaches
Collecting, analysing and organising information - Gather and organise information related to public speaking
Communicating ideas and information - Conduct public speaking to express ideas
Planning and organising activities - Use planning and organisation skills to structure presentation
Working with teams and others - Seek audience response
Using mathematical ideas and techniques - Not applicable
Solving problems - Ensure presentation is relevant to audience
Using technology - Use data projector or other media technologies to assist public presentation
Please refer to the Assessment Guidelines for advice on how to use the Key Competencies.