Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Feedback may include:
verbal
written
video recording of session
critical questioning and review of personal performance
self reflection.
Key personnel may include:
players
peers
mentors
supervisor
other coaches.
Factors may include:
coaching philosophy
values
physical, psychological and emotional
injury management
relaxation activities
diet.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety
access and storage of information
time and budget requirements
access to professional development
communication protocols
sporting bodies policies
codes of conduct
code of ethics.
Developmental plans may include:
identified skills, knowledge and behaviour development needs
strategies to address development needs
timeframe for short and long term options
resources required
performance measures
method and frequency of progress review.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
reviews personal coaching performance taking account of personal experience and feedback from key personnel
considers the impact of factors such as personal coaching philosophy, values and lifestyle on approach to coaching and reflects on coaching style to identify personal and professional development needs
researches current developments and trends that influence coaching role
sets appropriate developmental goals and designs, and monitors and adjusts a developmental plan and coaching techniques as required.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure demonstration of designing, monitoring and adjusting a personal development plan over a period of time that allows the candidate to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
key personnel who can comment on coaching performance
specialists to give advice on training opportunities
resources appropriate to support review of own coaching performance which may include videotaped sessions
current coaching methods and initiatives.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
written or oral questioning to assess knowledge of developmental opportunities and emerging trends according to organisational requirements, sporting bodies and professional codes of practice
portfolio of self evaluations, goals and developmental plan.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISSCGP304A Coach junior sports players.