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Teach Rugby Union skills at a foundation level
Teach Rugby Union skills at a foundation level
Unit of competency
National Code
SISSRGU309A
SISSRGU309A
State Code
D6627
D6627
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Transition (Deleted)
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/10/2014
Field of Education
092103 - Sports Coaching, Officiating And Instruction
Original Release Date
14/10/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to teach and develop the foundation level skills of Rugby Union. This unit focuses on planning, conducting and evaluating drills, activities and games to develop Rugby Union skills at a foundation level.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan foundation Rugby Union sessions.
- 1.1. Establish participant's needs and characteristics.
- 1.2. Assess participant's readiness and current knowledge of Rugby Union in order to determine session aims and objectives.
- 1.3. Develop a plan according to participant's needs and characteristics, relevant legislation, organisational policies and procedures and endorsed standards promoted by Rugby Union.
- 1.4. Identify safety procedures associated with foundation Rugby Union drills, activities and games according to organisational policies and procedures.
- 1.5. Select and access location, equipment and resources according to organisational policies and procedures.
2. Brief participants.
- 2.1. Communicate instructions and relevant information about the Rugby Union session in a manner appropriate to participants.
- 2.2. Encourage participants to seek clarification, information and feedback as required during the session.
- 2.3. Inform participants of known and anticipated risks, safety procedures, appropriate behaviour and Rugby Union rules and regulations.
- 2.4. Establish a suitable communication system to promote teamwork while participating in drills, activities and games.
3. Conduct foundation Rugby Union sessions.
- 3.1. Apply clear and accurate teaching and coaching techniques to impart required knowledge and foundation skills of Rugby Union to be developed.
- 3.2. Advise procedures for dealing with emergency and non-routine situations according to organisational policies and procedures.
- 3.3. Conduct warm-up and or introductory activities for participants to reduce the risk of injury.
- 3.4. Monitor individual participant's performance and maintain effective communication during foundation Rugby Union drills, activities and games.
- 3.5. Observe participants during foundation Rugby Union drills, activities and games, and adjust or refine individual and or group technique as required.
- 3.6. Allow time for cooling down at the end of the session and inform participants of opportunities to further develop their foundation Rugby Union skills.
4. Complete post-session responsibilities.
- 4.1. Provide opportunities for participants to identify their personal progress and satisfaction with the session, and give feedback as required.
- 4.2. Evaluate relevant aspects of Rugby Union session and determine the level of learning achieved.
- 4.3. Identify potential areas of improvement for future Rugby Union sessions.
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.
Participant's needs and characteristics may include:
age
cultural factors
situational factors
previous experience
fitness level
foundation level Rugby Union skills and knowledge
physical capabilities
injuries and illnesses.
Readiness may include:
fitness levels
motor performance factors
compatibility between players in match situations
level of arousal which will enhance performance.
Session aims and objectives may include:
progressive skill acquisition
fitness targets
motivation
basic movements
physical fitness
individual player techniques
team skills.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety (OHS)
permits from land management authorities and-or local council
authority or permission from land owners and or Rugby Union clubs
privacy
working with children
environmental regulations
anti-doping policy
harassment-free sports policies.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
OHS
conflict resolution
communication protocols
use, care and maintenance of equipment and field
training and scheduling commitments
code of ethics.
Endorsed standards promoted by Rugby Union may include:
theAustralian Rugby Union Code of Conduct policy
the culture of Rugby Union
Australian Rugby Union anti-doping policy
Australian Rugby Union blood policy
Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy.
Safety procedures may include:
group management in emergency situations
symptoms, treatment and prevention of common Rugby Union injuries
equipment checking and usage
clear communication systems
clear explanations of all requirements.
Drills, activities may include:
those described in Australian Rugby Union Level 2 Coach Accreditation Manual
sequential progression of skills
foundation skill drills
warm-ups and cool downs
relevant modified games
grid work
technique practice.
Games may include:
simulated game conditions
coordinated positional plays
modified games
practice matches:
tactic focused
play focused.
Location may include:
Rugby Union fields
open fields
indoor facilities.
Equipment may include:
Rugby Union balls
personal protective equipment
witches hats
tackle bags
bump pads
Rugby Union posts.
Resources may include:
teaching and coaching tools
food and water
personal clothing and footwear
first aid kit.
Relevant information may include:
tactic and strategy focus
equipment and resource requirements, selection and use
safety procedures
communication systems
objectives
rules and regulations of Rugby Union
responsible and safe behaviour.
Risks may include:
injuries
illness
collisions
hazardous objects on the ground
inappropriate behaviour and or fighting.
Rules and regulations may include:
InternationalRugbyBoardlaws
best practice codes of conducts, such asAustralian Rugby Union Code of Conduct
policies of the Australian Rugby Union , such as anti-doping policy
Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy.
Teaching and coaching techniques may include:
demonstration
explanation
discussion
focusing on single and or multiple tactics and strategies
breaking down complex tactics and strategies
diagrams and drawings
slow motion
individual, pair, small group and large group work
monitoring, observing and adjusting coaching methods according to progress
assessment and evaluation.
Required knowledge may include:
rules and regulations of Rugby Union
Rugby Union skills and positions
basic biomechanical principles
factors affecting tactic and strategy acquisition
strengths and weaknesses of opposition and own team
safety and risk management
communication systems used in Rugby Union .
Foundation skills of Rugby Union may include:
preparation for contact
stability
defensive skills
low tackle
impact tackle
scrum and back row variations
mechanics
binding technique
catching
passing
running skills
line-out skills
kicking
ruck or maul
ball handling
positional skills.
Participant's performance may include:
use of appropriate communication systems
team participation
speed and accuracy of performance
attitude and behaviour.
Relevant aspects may include:
effectiveness of the teaching and coaching session
suitability of teaching and coaching methods
feedback provided to (and or) by participants
initial and final assessment of participant's abilities
validity and reliability of assessment and evaluation tools.
Participant's needs and characteristics may include:
age
cultural factors
situational factors
previous experience
fitness level
foundation level Rugby Union skills and knowledge
physical capabilities
injuries and illnesses.
Readiness may include:
fitness levels
motor performance factors
compatibility between players in match situations
level of arousal which will enhance performance.
Session aims and objectives may include:
progressive skill acquisition
fitness targets
motivation
basic movements
physical fitness
individual player techniques
team skills.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety (OHS)
permits from land management authorities and-or local council
authority or permission from land owners and or Rugby Union clubs
privacy
working with children
environmental regulations
anti-doping policy
harassment-free sports policies.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
OHS
conflict resolution
communication protocols
use, care and maintenance of equipment and field
training and scheduling commitments
code of ethics.
Endorsed standards promoted by Rugby Union may include:
theAustralian Rugby Union Code of Conduct policy
the culture of Rugby Union
Australian Rugby Union anti-doping policy
Australian Rugby Union blood policy
Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy.
Safety procedures may include:
group management in emergency situations
symptoms, treatment and prevention of common Rugby Union injuries
equipment checking and usage
clear communication systems
clear explanations of all requirements.
Drills, activities may include:
those described in Australian Rugby Union Level 2 Coach Accreditation Manual
sequential progression of skills
foundation skill drills
warm-ups and cool downs
relevant modified games
grid work
technique practice.
Games may include:
simulated game conditions
coordinated positional plays
modified games
practice matches:
tactic focused
play focused.
Location may include:
Rugby Union fields
open fields
indoor facilities.
Equipment may include:
Rugby Union balls
personal protective equipment
witches hats
tackle bags
bump pads
Rugby Union posts.
Resources may include:
teaching and coaching tools
food and water
personal clothing and footwear
first aid kit.
Relevant information may include:
tactic and strategy focus
equipment and resource requirements, selection and use
safety procedures
communication systems
objectives
rules and regulations of Rugby Union
responsible and safe behaviour.
Risks may include:
injuries
illness
collisions
hazardous objects on the ground
inappropriate behaviour and or fighting.
Rules and regulations may include:
InternationalRugbyBoardlaws
best practice codes of conducts, such asAustralian Rugby Union Code of Conduct
policies of the Australian Rugby Union , such as anti-doping policy
Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy.
Teaching and coaching techniques may include:
demonstration
explanation
discussion
focusing on single and or multiple tactics and strategies
breaking down complex tactics and strategies
diagrams and drawings
slow motion
individual, pair, small group and large group work
monitoring, observing and adjusting coaching methods according to progress
assessment and evaluation.
Required knowledge may include:
rules and regulations of Rugby Union
Rugby Union skills and positions
basic biomechanical principles
factors affecting tactic and strategy acquisition
strengths and weaknesses of opposition and own team
safety and risk management
communication systems used in Rugby Union .
Foundation skills of Rugby Union may include:
preparation for contact
stability
defensive skills
low tackle
impact tackle
scrum and back row variations
mechanics
binding technique
catching
passing
running skills
line-out skills
kicking
ruck or maul
ball handling
positional skills.
Participant's performance may include:
use of appropriate communication systems
team participation
speed and accuracy of performance
attitude and behaviour.
Relevant aspects may include:
effectiveness of the teaching and coaching session
suitability of teaching and coaching methods
feedback provided to (and or) by participants
initial and final assessment of participant's abilities
validity and reliability of assessment and evaluation tools.
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:
plans and delivers precise relevant information, explanations and demonstrations for foundation level Rugby Union sessions to ensure activities are conducted safely according to participant's needs and characteristics
observes and monitors the progress of participants and provides constructive feedback and intervention to improve and develop the foundation level skills of Rugby Union
uses and modifies teaching and coaching techniques and or drills, activities and games to cater for a range of individual learning styles
evaluates and reflects on own coaching performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure the conduct safe drills, activities and games that reflect the needs and characteristics of a range of participants and are of sufficient duration and breadth to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
resources and information regarding participants and location to accurately plan, coach and document foundation level Rugby Union sessions for a variety of participants
rules and regulations such as the Australian Rugby Union laws book and the Australian Rugby Union Code of Conduct
current relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures that impact on the conduct of drills, activities, and games
access to a suitable location, field or facility
a group of participants to take part in the Rugby Union sessions and games
suitably qualified umpires
access to support staff, such as trainers and scorers
equipment such as Rugby Union balls and posts.
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:
observation of planning processes, such as consulting with participants to determine their needs and characteristics
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant legislation, organisational policies and procedures, and rules and regulations of Rugby Union to enable safe conduct of all drills, activities and games
observation of safe Rugby Union coaching to a foundation level and monitoring and adjusting activities according to participant's needs, characteristics and responses
portfolio of session plans and self-evaluations
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISSRGU308A Teach Rugby Union tactics and strategies at a foundation level.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
plans and delivers precise relevant information, explanations and demonstrations for foundation level Rugby Union sessions to ensure activities are conducted safely according to participant's needs and characteristics
observes and monitors the progress of participants and provides constructive feedback and intervention to improve and develop the foundation level skills of Rugby Union
uses and modifies teaching and coaching techniques and or drills, activities and games to cater for a range of individual learning styles
evaluates and reflects on own coaching performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure the conduct safe drills, activities and games that reflect the needs and characteristics of a range of participants and are of sufficient duration and breadth to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
resources and information regarding participants and location to accurately plan, coach and document foundation level Rugby Union sessions for a variety of participants
rules and regulations such as the Australian Rugby Union laws book and the Australian Rugby Union Code of Conduct
current relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures that impact on the conduct of drills, activities, and games
access to a suitable location, field or facility
a group of participants to take part in the Rugby Union sessions and games
suitably qualified umpires
access to support staff, such as trainers and scorers
equipment such as Rugby Union balls and posts.
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:
observation of planning processes, such as consulting with participants to determine their needs and characteristics
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant legislation, organisational policies and procedures, and rules and regulations of Rugby Union to enable safe conduct of all drills, activities and games
observation of safe Rugby Union coaching to a foundation level and monitoring and adjusting activities according to participant's needs, characteristics and responses
portfolio of session plans and self-evaluations
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISSRGU308A Teach Rugby Union tactics and strategies at a foundation level.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C6858 | SRSRGU011A | Teach or develop the intermediate skills of rugby union | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J764 | SIS30713 | Certificate III in Sport Coaching | Qualification |