Lead adventure-based learning activities

Unit of competency Outline

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Unit of competency

National Code
SISOABL001

State Code
OBG10

TGA Status
Current

DTWD Status
Approved

Current Release Number
1.00

Current Release Date
11/09/2019

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

13/12/2019

Field of Education

092101 - Sport And Recreation Activities

Original Release Date

13/12/2019

Nominal Hours

Description

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to lead adventure-based learning activities in situations where the overall responsibility for the session or program rests with a more experienced facilitator.It requires the ability to interpret activity requirements, assist with participant goal setting, briefing and debriefing, and to interact with participants for effective learning outcomes.This unit applies to any type of organisation that delivers adventure-based learning programs including commercial, not-for-profit and government organisations.It applies to those who work as assistant facilitators under supervision and according to guidance provided by adventure-based learning facilitators. They may work alongside the lead facilitator or have access to a supervisor for instructions when needed.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Confirm details for activity.

1.1. Discuss, with activity lead facilitator or supervisor, participant characteristics, abilities and learning needs.
1.2. Confirm, with lead facilitator or supervisor, program plan, objectives, learning outcomes, session plans and facilitation techniques.
1.3. Determine individual roles, tasks and responsibilities.
1.4. Confirm activity safety and emergency response procedures to ensure compliance of self and participants during activities.

2. Prepare participants.

2.1. Participate in individual and group discussions to assist participants set realistic goals for activities in line with session learning outcomes.
2.2. Discuss and determine, with participants, potential individual and group guidelines for their action and behaviour.
2.3. Brief participants on known and anticipated risks, safety procedures, safe behaviour, safe areas and boundaries.

3. Facilitate session activities.

3.1. Respond to participant queries about activity requirements and techniques to engender trust and participant confidence.
3.2. Motivate and encourage participants to keep them engaged and challenged.
3.3. Observe individual actions and group interaction and provide constructive feedback throughout session.
3.4. Encourage cooperation between individual group members.
3.5. Monitor and maintain compliance with safety procedures and agreed individual and group guidelines.
3.6. Assist participants facing physical or emotional difficulties and report any emerging issues related to group interaction and safety.

4. Participate in activity debrief and evaluation

4.1. Participate in individual and group discussions to assist participants identify achievement of goals.
4.2. Assist participants to formulate ideas for transferring learning.
4.3. Debrief with team members to identify successes, problems and difficulties.
4.4. Review own performance and discuss how to improve.

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Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
D6257	SISOABL301A	Assist in the facilitation of adventure-based learning activities	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
BEU9	SIS30619	Certificate III in Outdoor Leadership	Qualification