Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range Statements provide advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competence, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. The Range Statements relate to the unit as a whole and helps facilitate holistic assessment. In addition, the following variables may be present for this particular unit of competency:

Analysis of muscle groups

active muscles involved in football are identified for the benefit of prescription for conditioning

Basic energy systems

general understanding of the principles involved the supply of chemical energy during muscular contraction

Basic training techniques for the improvement of agility

lateral movement

forward and back movement

evasion skills

Basic training techniques for the improvement of endurance

game duration

stamina

muscle duration

performance

Basic training techniques for the improvement of flexibility

understanding of stretching to increase flexibility

peripheral neuromuscular facilitation

dynamic stretching routine

stretching exercises

muscle balance and imbalance

Basic training techniques for the improvement of power

understanding of power continuum

muscle strength contributes to increased power

optimising force-velocity relationship

techniques for increasing muscle power

Basic training techniques for the improvement of speed

combination of arm and leg movement

contact time

body positioning

leg drive

Basic training techniques for the improvement of strength

resistance training

techniques for increasing muscle size

techniques for increasing muscle strength

Fitness tests

laboratory tests

field tests

Over training

tired/sore muscles

feeling unwell

fatigue

stress

increase in injuries

poor performance

Specialist/s

doctor

physiotherapist

coach

strength and conditioning coach

skill coach

personal trainer

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competence for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competence and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statements.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Assessment must confirm sufficient knowledge of conditioning techniques to improve and maintain physical conditioning for Australian football
Assessment of performance should be over a period of time covering all categories of conditioning from the Range Statements
Assessment must confirm the ability to apply knowledge and appropriate techniques to
identify the different energy systems for individual positions
implement techniques to improve speed, agility, endurance, strength, power and flexibility to play Australian football at intermediate level
identify over training symptoms and seek advice from a specialist coach and implement a recovery plan

Interdependent assessment of units
This unit must be assessed after attainment of competency in the following unit(s)
Nil
This unit must be assessed in conjunction with the following unit(s)
SRSAFL001A Perform the intermediate skills of Australian football
SRSAFL002A Perform the intermediate tactics of Australian football
For the purpose of integrated assessment, this unit may be assessed in conjunction with the following unit(s)
SRSCOP001B Prepare for public speaking
SRSCOP002B Plan for and participate in a media interview
SRSCOP003B Demonstrate personal image and presentation skills
SRSCOP004B Develop negotiation skills
SRSCOP005B Demonstrate basic assertive communication skills
SRSCOP006B Complete a tax return
SRSCOP007B Develop a financial goal setting plan
SRSCOP008B Prepare a pre- or post-event meal
SRSCOP009B Collect information on drugs in sport
SRSCOP010B Collect information on stress management
SRSCOP011B Develop an integrated time management plan
SRSCOP012B Develop a travel and accommodation plan
SRSCOP013B Develop a career goal setting plan
SRSCOP014B Prepare to study

Required knowledge and skills
Required knowledge
Knowledge of injury prevention and management relevant to Australian football at intermediate level
Knowledge of fitness components for playing Australian football at intermediate level
Required skills
Ability to play Australian football at intermediate level
Motor and physical skills to participate in conditioning activities relevant to intermediate level
Communications skills in order to understand and follow instructions relating to conditioning activities

Resource implications
Physical resources - assessment of this competency requires access to
gym
weight gym
training field
testing equipment training facilities
qualified support staff
player participating in a conditioning session
Human resources - assessment of this competency will require
personnel with competency in coaching and/or conditioning for Australian football
personnel to be current in their knowledge and understanding of the industry through provision of evidence of professional activity in the relevant area
personnel to have attained the National Competency Standards for Assessment BSZ401A, BSZ402A and BSZ403A

Consistency in performance
Due to the issues such as coaching effectiveness this unit of competency must be assessed over a period of time in order to ensure consistency in performance over the Range Statements and contexts applicable to conditioning for Australian football

Context for assessment
This unit of competency must be assessed in the context of a sporting activity with a range of real clients. For valid and reliable assessment the activity should be conducted during a conditioning session of Australian football with players participating at an appropriate level. The environment should be safe, with noise to a level experienced with an activity in full operation and support serviced provided for optimum performance
This unit of competency should be assessed through the observation of processes and procedures, oral and/or written questioning on underpinning knowledge and skills and consideration of required attitudes
Where performance is not directly observed and/or is required to be demonstrated over a 'period of time' and/or in a 'number of locations', any evidence should be authenticated by colleagues, supervisors, clients or other appropriate persons

Communicating ideas and information
Explain basic training techniques (1)

Collecting analysing and organising information
Select appropriate fitness tests and suitable training regimes (2)

Planning and organising activities
Design and deliver training sessions (2)

Working with others and in teams
Work with other specialists (1)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
Not applicable (0)

Solving problems
Respond appropriately to overtraining symptoms (1)

Using technology
Use suitable fitness testing equipment (2)