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Plan and deliver exercise to older clients with managed conditions

Plan and deliver exercise to older clients with managed conditions

Unit of competency
National Code
SISFFIT314A
State Code
D6230
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
28/11/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/09/2011
Field of Education
092103 - Sports Coaching, Officiating And Instruction
Original Release Date
28/09/2011
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan and deliver exercise for clients aged 50 and over. It involves planning, demonstration, instruction, review and modification of activities and instructional techniques to meet client needs.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan the exercise.
  • 1.1. Apply appropriate pre-exercise screening procedures for older clients prior to participation in an exercise program according to organisational policies and procedures and legislation and regulatory requirements.
  • 1.2. Identify the characteristics of the older clients and their needs and expectations.
  • 1.3. Consult with family members where appropriate to clarify any risk factors identified in pre-exercise assessment in order to recognise the sign and symptoms of major types of injuries or conditions that are commonly associated with older clients.
  • 1.4. Obtain client's permission to seek advice from a medical or allied health professional to clarify health, medical or injury concerns according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • 1.5. Provide advice on alternative options for clients who are unsuitable for the planned exercise according to organisational policies and procedures, selecting options according to the clients needs.
  • 1.6. Select exercises from an appropriate exercise repertoire that match the client's needs, abilities and goals.
  • 1.7. Select and modify appropriate equipment according to needs of clients and organisational policies and procedures.
  • 1.8. Determine the instructional techniques appropriate to the clients and select and apply appropriate baseline assessments that inform the benefits of exercise.
2. Instruct the exercise session.
  • 2.1. Inform older clients about the physical changes that occur with the ageing process and communicate benefits of exercise for older clients to clients.
  • 2.2. Show sensitivity to cultural and social differences
  • 2.3. Communicate the general features of balanced nutrition and provide healthy eating information to improve overall health and support exercise goals.
  • 2.4. Explain and demonstrate the exercises to clients and provide opportunities for questioning and clarification.
  • 2.5. Modify exercises to ensure they are safe and effective for older clients.
  • 2.6. Demonstrate and instruct correct use of equipment according to organisational policies and procedures and manufacturer's instructions.
  • 2.7. Monitor exercise intensity, technique and safety of clients during session and modify as required according to client responses.
  • 2.8. Apply appropriate motivational techniques to encourage clients and make any required modifications to activities.
3. Evaluate the exercise session.
  • 3.1. Evaluate the exercise session according to client and or caregiver feedback and personal reflection.
  • 3.2. Provide feedback to the client group on their progress and any changes recommended.
  • 3.3. Identify modifications to the exercise plan where relevant to meet needs identified through evaluation.
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.
Pre-exercise screening must include:
medical history
functional limitations
medication
lifestyle evaluation
fitness and health goals
exercise history
injury history
questionnaire
interview.
Exercise programs may include:
cardiovascular
strength training
flexibility
agility
balance
fundamental movement skills.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety
confidentiality of client information
client screening procedures
client referral procedures
ethical considerations in assessing older clients
use and maintenance of equipment.
Legislation and regulatory requirements may include:
Occupational Health and Safety
duty of care
privacy
anti-discrimination
copyright
licensing
trade practices
consumer protection
environmental
business registration and licences.
Older clients may include:
adults aged 50 years and over who are:
healthy and active
have managed conditions
menopausal.
Needs and expectations may include:
recreational
social
improved fitness levels, strength and functional movement skills.
Major types of injuries or conditions may include
sprains
musculoskeletal
arthritis
joint instability
restricted range of movement
osteoporosis
cardiovascular
hypotension
hypertension
neurological
Parkinson's disease
other medical
diabetes
metabolic conditions
thyroid disorders
cancers
obesity
under-nutrition
continence issues
psychological
depression
dementia or early stage
respiratory
asthma
emphysema.
Medical or allied health professional may include:
sports physician
sports doctor
general practitioner
physiotherapist
accredited exercise physiologist
occupational therapist
remedial massage therapist
chiropractor
osteopath
accredited practising dietician
psychologist
aboriginal health worker.
Exercise repertoire may include:
contraindications and modifications
variations to provide differing intensities
level of client skill required
potential for combinations
exercise selection.
Ageing process may include:
physiological
biomechanical
psychological
behavioural change and social needs
lifestyle and cultural
general population characteristics.
Injury risks may include:
inadequate skill and physical preparation
overtraining
biomechanics and exercise technique
physical and mental preparation
poor core&postural awareness
fatigue and recovery.
Equipment may include:
treadmill
cycle and ergometers
rowing machine
steppers
dumbbells and strength training equipment
chairs
resistance bands
small, interactive and circuit-based equipment
gym based equipment.
Cultural and social differences may include:
modes of greeting, farewelling and conversation
body language, including use of body gestures
formality of language
clothing.
Instructional techniques may include:
transitions between exercises or games
session structure variations
communication skills
verbal and visual instructions relevant to client conditions
technique correction.
Baseline assessment may include:
cardiovascular
strength
agility
flexibility
balance
functional motor skills
Balanced nutrition may include:
energy balance
dietary guidelines
fuel for exercise
fuel for minimising post-exercise fatigue and maximising recovery
hydration levels
specialised dietary interventions requiring referrals.
Motivational techniques may include:
goal setting
positive feedback.
Modifications may include:
accommodating the physical changes and health conditions associated with ageing
accommodating the social and psychological changes that occur with ageing.
Exercise plan may include:
identification of client needs and goals
an outline of the session components
order and sequence of exercises and flow of session
duration, intensity, volume, frequency
equipment
progression within an exercise program
appropriate music selection.
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:
screens older clients prior to commencement of exercise sessions and communicates results to family members where appropriate and recommends referral to appropriate medical or allied health professionals where necessary
develops a variety of sessions for a range of older clients that are fun, interactive and safe
provides accurate and current healthy eating information in accordance with recommended guidelines
modifies individual exercises to accommodate the specific needs of the client
evaluates exercise sessions and modifies exercise plans according to feedback received from clients and own evaluation.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure instruction of multiple exercise sessions that are of sufficient duration and breadth to allow the demonstration of competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
a facility or venue where a variety of exercise modes and equipment are available, such as a weights gym, exercise room and open air
relevant resources, for example, healthy eating information
appropriate documentation normally used in the workplace such as pre-exercise and assessment questionnaires
a range of client groups composed of older clients with a variety of managed conditions.
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 instructing and monitoring exercise sessions for older clients
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of the ageing process and how this relates to effective exercise planning
a portfolio of plans for exercise programs for older clients with different managed conditions
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing work performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISFFIT309A Plan and deliver group exercise sessions.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C7930 SRFOLD001B Plan and deliver exercise for older adults Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AVD48 SISFFIT014 Instruct exercise to older clients Unit of competency