Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Participants' needs and characteristics may relate to :
age
maturity for age
preferences or protocols of different cultures, nationalities and religions
player motivation for participation
compatibility between players in match situations.
Readiness may involve:
previous experience in team sports, especially Rugby League at an advanced level
level of current Rugby League skills and knowledge of applicable laws
emotional capability to deal with competitive emotional stability at a professional and high performance game level
fitness levels and physical capabilities
motor performance factors
history of injuries and illnesses.
Session aims and objectives may include:
progressive skill acquisition during drills, activities and games
improvement of individual player skills
improvement of teamwork skills
improvement of player fitness
management of player injury.
Professional team participants also refers to:
semi-professional high performance players
Plan may include:
session aims and objectives
date, time and duration
location
coaches, participants and squad ratios
required:
resources
assistants
equipment
tailored drills, activities and games.
Regulations may relate to:
occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation
permits from land management authorities or local councils
authority or permission from Rugby League clubs or associations
privacy legislation
working with children checks applicable to players under the age of 18
environmental protection regulations.
Organisational policies and procedures may involve:
risk management
safety
management of players' past, current or recurring injuries and illnesses
conflict resolution
communication protocols
use, care and maintenance of equipment and field
training and scheduling commitments
coaches, participants and squad ratios
codes of safety, conduct and ethics
harassment-free sports policies.
Safety procedures may include:
group management in emergency situations
prevention and first aid treatment of common Rugby League injuries
management of players' past, current and recurring injuries and illnesses
equipment checking and usage
field safety
safe and clear communication systems.
Drills, activities may involve:
developing skills to a high performance level through appropriate sequencing of skills
progressive skill acquisition
breaking down complex skills
modifying skill drills
grid work
coordinated positional plays
speed and accuracy skills training
weight, strength and conditioning training
warm-ups and cool downs.
Games may include:
those using the ARL International Laws of Rugby League
simulated games
high performance level competition games
modified games to meet specific player and team needs
practice matches to develop skills to a high performance level.
Location may include:
Rugby League fields
open fields
any off-field location such as gyms and other facilities where coaching may occur.
Equipment may include:
ARL approved training and match Rugby League balls
uniforms
appropriate footwear
personal protective equipment
approved and safe ankle braces and thigh protectors
tackle bags
stop watches
whistles
cones and other approved and appropriate organisational aids.
Resources may include:
teaching and coaching tools
visual media equipment
food and water, as advised by nutritionists, and approved and safe containers
first aid kit.
Relevant information may include:
objectives of the session
skills focus of the session
equipment and resource requirements, selection and use
responsible and safe behaviour.
Risks may include:
collisions
injuries including:
fractures
dislocations
sprains
strains
concussions
exhaustion from exposure to extreme heat or cold weather
dehydration.
Communication systems may involve:
calls
hand signals
eye signals
signs
nods
gestures
electronic communication media used by various coaches
messages delivered on field by trainers.
Teaching and coaching techniques may include:
six levels of learning as identified by the Australian Rugby League
demonstration
breaking down high performance skills into components
progressing through and linking skills
monitoring and observing progress
fault detection
assessment of participants' skills
providing positive reinforcement and feedback during and after drills, activities and games.
High performance skills in Rugby League may include:
game sense and decision making at a high performance level
body protection
running with and a without ball
running in and out of traffic
ball handling:
catching
passing left and right
draw and pass
running with the ball in possession before contact
quick playing of the ball
ruck play
holding and controlling the ball
passing:
hit spin and pass
standing pass in static and dynamic situations
off ground
on run - in clear and in traffic
long
short
quick
spiral
reverse
run around
scissors
receiving and controlling the ball
timing
kicking:
drop kicks
place kicks
punt kicks
deception kicks
line kicks
scrummaging:
forming and binding
feet placement
steadying and stability for safety
breaking
safe post-scrummaging plays
attack skills:
attacking moves in stationary and dynamic environments
attacking
anticipation
dummy half
evasion
sidestep
swerve
feint
change of pace
creating a gap
defence skills:
defensive patterns
anticipation
situational defence
at or near goal line
from broken play
tackling:
contact (tackler or tacklee)
side on
front-on (blocking and driving)
from behind
multiple players in tackle
spatial awareness
timing
field positioning
positional skills.
Required player knowledge may include:
the International Laws of Rugby League
when to use different Rugby League skills
role of player positions
basic biomechanical principles
strengths and weaknesses of opposition and own team
equipment selection, use and maintenance
communication systems used in high performance Rugby League games
safety and risk management.
Accepted best practice in Rugby League coaching may include:
positive role modelling
good sportsmanship
preventative practices to minimise safety risks and hazards
positivity in providing feedback on player performance.
Endorsed standards may include:
Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy
Australian Sports Commission Junior Sport policy
Australian Rugby League Anti-doping Policy
Australian Rugby League Code of Conduct
Australian Rugby League SafePlay Code.
Participant's performance may include:
use of appropriate communication systems
team participation
attitude and behaviour
ability to link and use the skills of Rugby League to a high performance level.
Coaches and specialist staff may include:
assistant and specialist coaches
trainers
medical assistants
biomechanics and science specialists
strength and conditioning specialist.
Relevant aspects may include:
the quality of own performance in the coaching session
effectiveness of the teaching and coaching session
suitability of teaching and coaching methods
feedback provided to, or by, participants
initial and final assessment of participants' abilities
validity and reliability of coaching and assessment tools.

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:
conducts multiple and diverse safe drills, activities and games that reflect the needs and characteristics of a diverse range of participants at a high performance level that are of sufficient duration and breadth to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance
plans and delivers precise relevant information, explanations and demonstrations for high performance Rugby League sessions to ensure activities are conducted safely according to participant's needs and characteristics
observes and monitors the progress of participants and provides constructive feedback and intervention to improve and develop player skills in Rugby League to a high performance level
uses and modifies teaching and coaching techniques and drills, activities and games to cater for a range of individual learning styles and player differences
evaluates and reflects on own coaching performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
resources and information on participants and location to accurately plan, coach and document Rugby League sessions for participants at a high performance level using the International Laws of Rugby League
Rugby League training and competition facilities
equipment such as Rugby League balls, uniforms, appropriate footwear and personal protective equipment
groups of high performance level Rugby League players to take part in the Rugby League sessions
support staff, such as first aiders, physiotherapists, other medicos and experienced and qualified assistants all support staff
referees qualified to manage a high performance match using the International Laws of Rugby League
International Laws of Rugby League
current relevant regulations, policies, procedures and codes that apply to coaching teams in high performance Rugby League skills.
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 planning processes, such as talking with participants at a high performance level to determine their needs and characteristics
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant rules, regulations and policies
observation of safe Rugby League coaching at an high performance level and monitoring and adjusting activities that meet participant's needs, characteristics and responses
evaluation of portfolio of session plans and self-evaluations
evaluation of third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISSRGL512A Teach high performance Rugby League tactics and game strategy.