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Implement selection policies
Implement selection policies
Unit of competency
National Code
SISSCGP307A
SISSCGP307A
State Code
D6551
D6551
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/09/2012
Field of Education
092103 - Sports Coaching, Officiating And Instruction
Original Release Date
13/09/2012
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to utilise selection criteria and policies to make selection decisions in consultation with relevant personnel for a team or group in specific sporting areas and or activities. It focuses on conveying selection criteria and policy to potential candidates, compiling selection data for potential candidates and applying organisational selection policies.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify selection requirements.
- 1.1. Identify the selection criteria and policiesand procedures of the activity, club or organisation.
- 1.2. Explain selection policies and procedures to potential candidates using communication approaches appropriate to their needs.
- 1.3. Check candidates' understanding of selection policies and procedures using appropriate approaches and encourage them to clarify information.
- 1.4. Encourage potential candidates to seek advice and support from relevant sources.
2. Compile selection data on candidates.
- 2.1. Identify selection data required according to organisational selection policy and criteria.
- 2.2. Research selection data according to selection policy and criteria.
- 2.3. Select methods for testing and assessing candidates according to sport or activity requirements.
- 2.4. Analyse and document selection data according to selection policies and procedures in consultation with candidate.
- 2.5. Present selection data to the selection panel according to selection policies and procedures.
3. Implement selection policy.
- 3.1. Identify responsibilities of selection panel members according to the selection policy and relevant legislation.
- 3.2. Analyse selection guidelines according to selection procedures and in consultation with panel members.
- 3.3. Select team or group members according to selection criteria and policy of the activity, club or organisation and relevant legislation.
- 3.4. Communicate and document team or group selections according to documented notification procedures.
- 3.5. Implement initiatives to support unsuccessful candidates in consultation with appropriate personnel.
- 3.6. Make recommendations for consideration in the review of selection policies and procedures.
Selection criteria may include:
citizenship
age
membership of sport-specific associations
past performances
current and potential future performance
experience
skill
technical ability
personal profile
availability
physical attributes
attitude and behaviour.
Policies and procedures may include:
codes of conduct
duty of care
confidentiality.
athletes:
beginner through to high performance level competitors
athletes under 16 years of age who require parent or guardian consent prior to being included in a training program
female or male athletes
athletes with a disability or special needs
athletes from minority, ethnic and cultural groups
officials.
discussions
information sessions
presentations.
age
sporting achievements
time trials.
Organisational selection policy may include:
policy principles
composition of selection panels
roles and responsibilities for selection
conflict of interest
timeframes to which selection criteria applies
procedures for application of selection criteria
feedback mechanisms and timeframes for successful or non-successful candidates
procedure for notification of selection or non-selection
appeal rights and processes
overriding factors and extenuating circumstances
breaches of conduct
resolution of disputes
record keeping requirements.
time trials
performance.
equal opportunity
privacy
working with children.
improvement strategies
additional skills development opportunities.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
utilises knowledge of selection objectives to implement selection policies and procedures that comply with organisational and specific sport objectives and requirements, relevant legislation and ethical requirements
selects and adapts communication strategies appropriate to the information needs of candidates to convey information about selection policies within relevant timeframes
assesses candidate performance using appropriate methods and researches and compiles data that is current and objectively addresses selection criteria
works effectively with panel members to objectively evaluate data against selection criteria to come to a negotiated agreement and documents agreed outcomes
applies contingency management techniques to deal with a range of problems and issues that may arise during implementation of selection policies and procedures such as ethical issues and dilemmas.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure participation in selection activities that involve interactions with candidates and panel members to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must ensure access to:
a sport-specific training or competition setting
potential candidates and resources such as a selection panel to implement selection policies and procedures
sources of information about requirements of specific sports and activities in relation to selection criteria
current organisational and sport-specific selection policies and procedures and relevant legislation that impact on the implementation of these.
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 interaction with candidates to provide information about selection criteria, policies and procedures
observation of participatory consultation with selection panel members to apply selection policies and procedures in selecting a team or group
oral or written questioning on relevant legislation impacting on the implementation of selection policies and procedures
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing work performance
portfolio containing evidence of research, analysis and documentation of candidate data to support selection.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISSCGP201A Apply legal and ethical coaching practices.
Guidance information for assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
utilises knowledge of selection objectives to implement selection policies and procedures that comply with organisational and specific sport objectives and requirements, relevant legislation and ethical requirements
selects and adapts communication strategies appropriate to the information needs of candidates to convey information about selection policies within relevant timeframes
assesses candidate performance using appropriate methods and researches and compiles data that is current and objectively addresses selection criteria
works effectively with panel members to objectively evaluate data against selection criteria to come to a negotiated agreement and documents agreed outcomes
applies contingency management techniques to deal with a range of problems and issues that may arise during implementation of selection policies and procedures such as ethical issues and dilemmas.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure participation in selection activities that involve interactions with candidates and panel members to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must ensure access to:
a sport-specific training or competition setting
potential candidates and resources such as a selection panel to implement selection policies and procedures
sources of information about requirements of specific sports and activities in relation to selection criteria
current organisational and sport-specific selection policies and procedures and relevant legislation that impact on the implementation of these.
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 interaction with candidates to provide information about selection criteria, policies and procedures
observation of participatory consultation with selection panel members to apply selection policies and procedures in selecting a team or group
oral or written questioning on relevant legislation impacting on the implementation of selection policies and procedures
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing work performance
portfolio containing evidence of research, analysis and documentation of candidate data to support selection.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISSCGP201A Apply legal and ethical coaching practices.
Guidance information for assessment
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C6682 | SRSCGP008A | Select a team or group | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WG019 | SISSSCO305 | Implement selection policies | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D447 | SIS50510 | Diploma of Sport Coaching | Qualification |
| D441 | SIS40510 | Certificate IV in Sport Coaching | Qualification |
| D448 | SIS50610 | Diploma of Sport Development | Qualification |