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Instruct swimming strokes

Instruct swimming strokes

Unit of competency
National Code
SISCAQU010
State Code
AVD68
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/09/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/04/2016
Field of Education
092103 - Sports Coaching, Officiating And Instruction
Original Release Date
14/04/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop lesson plans and instruct survival and competitive swimming strokes to a range of clients including children and adults.This unit applies to those conducting learn-to-swim and water safety classes in swimming pools and confined natural shallow water venues. Work is performed according to relevant legislation, including working with children and/or vulnerable people checks, organisational policies and procedures and best practice principles of aquatic activities.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Analyse the strokes of swimming.
  • 1.1 Identify the basic biomechanical principles of the strokes of swimming and break each part into its components.
  • 1.2 Identify observable body movements for each stage of the skill in order of performing importance.
  • 1.3 Identify and document technique checklist.
2. Develop lesson plans.
  • 2.1 Consider participant group characteristics and identify swimming skills to be developed.
  • 2.2 Assess participant readiness to acquire the relevant skills.
  • 2.3 Determine instructional methods appropriate to the participant group.
  • 2.4 Determine appropriate drills, activities and/or games for the participant group.
  • 2.5 Develop and document lesson plans that incorporate key instructional information.
3. Conduct lessons.
  • 3.1 Allocate sufficient space, assemble resources and check equipment for safety and maintenance requirements.
  • 3.2 Provide clear and accurate instruction on drills, activities and games and confirm understanding.
  • 3.3 Introduce participants to the water in an appropriate manner.
  • 3.4 Demonstrate skills and techniques to participant group.
  • 3.5 Observe and monitor participation and performance of each participant according to principles of movement in water and adjust as required.
  • 3.6 Select and use communication techniques that encourage and support participants.
  • 3.7 Modify lesson as required according to participant needs and factors that affect skills development.
  • 3.8 Respond to participants experiencing difficulties and answer questions as required.
  • 3.9 Use techniques to maintain group control.
  • 3.10 Monitor time and complete drills, activities or games within allocated time.
  • 3.11 Complete lesson documentation and progress notes.
4. Review and adapt the instruction.
  • 4.1 Request and respond to feedback from participants.
  • 4.2 Identify aspects needing further emphasis or attention in future sessions.
  • 4.3 Review own performance and identify areas needing improvement.
  • 4.4 Implement modifications to future instruction in response to feedback and review of participant progress.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6158 SISCAQU310A Instruct swimming strokes Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEN33 SISCAQU026 Teach swimming strokes Unit of competency