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Assist in the facilitation of adventure-based learning activities

Assist in the facilitation of adventure-based learning activities

Unit of competency
National Code
SISOABL301A
State Code
D6257
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
28/11/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/02/2014
Field of Education
092101 - Sport And Recreation Activities
Original Release Date
14/02/2014
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to assist in the facilitation of adventure-based learning activities, in situations where the responsibility for the overall activity or program rests with a more experienced facilitator.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assist in planning for adventure activity.
  • 1.1. Determine individual roles, tasks and responsibilities with the activity leader.
  • 1.2. Identify phases of an adventure-based learning cycle within the activity.
  • 1.3. Encourage and support participants to set realistic individual and group goals that are consistent with learning outcomes for the activity.
  • 1.4. Negotiate individual and group guidelines that will inform action and behaviour by all participants.
  • 1.5. Identify safetyissues for the adventure activity and the participants.
  • 1.6. Brief the group on safety issues and activity-specific participation requirements and techniques.
2. Assist in facilitation of the activity.
  • 2.1. Implement risk management strategies according to relevant legislation, organisational policies and procedures, and activity-specific requirements.
  • 2.2. Communicate ideas and information clearly and constructively and engender trust and confidence within the group.
  • 2.3. Encourage co-operation between individual group members.
  • 2.4. Implement strategies which develop trust between individuals within the group and with the leaders.
  • 2.5. Monitor and maintain compliance with agreed individual and group guidelines.
  • 2.6. Establish a supportive and constructive environment and respond to emergent issues that may require intervention.
3. Participate in activity debriefing.
  • 3.1. Observe and monitor individual actions and group interactions during activities, and provide feedback to participants during and after the activity.
  • 3.2. Evaluate personal role as assistant facilitator within the activity, based on feedback from participants and activity leader and personal reflection.
  • 3.3. Review the conduct of the activity according to program, individual and group goals and outcomes.
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.
Phases of an adventure-based learning cycle may include:
ice breaking and briefing
goal setting
development of trust
adventure activity participation
processing and debriefing
transfer of learning.
Safety issues may include:
physical
mental
emotional
individual or group.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
permits or permission for access
environmental regulations
marine regulations.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety
time and budget constraints
debriefing procedures
risk management
communication protocols
minimal impact environmental codes
code of ethics.
Feedback may include:
oral
written
direct
indirect.
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:
assists in planning processes required for adventure-based learning activities and identifies individual and group roles, responsibilities, learning outcomes, and goals
interacts effectively with group members from diverse backgrounds and assists in the facilitation of adventure-based learning activities
communicates clearly and concisely with the group and implements strategies which encourage co-operation and develop trust
conducts a debriefing process which includes strategies and tasks to facilitate and enhance learning outcomes for individuals and the group
evaluates own performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure assisting in the facilitation of multiple adventure-based learning activities to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
diverse groups of participants to take part in adventure-based learning activities
an environment suitable for the conduct of adventure-based activities, this may include outdoor or indoor activities
equipment and resources required for adventure-based learning activities.
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 participation in planning, facilitating and debriefing processes under the guidance of an activity leader
oral and or written questioning to assess knowledge of the application of legislation and organisational policies and procedures required to maintain participant safety
third-party reports from a supervisor and or leader detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
adventure activity specific units of competency.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C6063 SROABL001B Take an assistant leadership role in the facilitation of adventure-based learning activities Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBG10 SISOABL001 Lead adventure-based learning activities Unit of competency