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:

Advanced skills of soccer players (as applicable to each position/player) and their purpose
[all categories as applicable to each position/player]

skill level for the relevant position, or skill of the game, under match conditions is a minimum of 70% effectiveness/accuracy as appropriate to the conditions of the day and the impact of other players
positions include
goal keeper
full back
sweeper/stopper
midfield:
wide
central.
striker

attacking skills
formation
angle
speed
penetration
support

defensive skills
formation
contest
contain
position

individual skills
control
foot control
chest control
thigh control
head control.
ball:
dribbling
shielding
trapping

passing
short
long
through ball

tackle
poke
block
slide

running
speed
balance
pace
change of direction

restart skills
dropped ball
kick off
law 8

penalty kick skills
law 14

free kick skills
indirect
direct
law 13

throw in skills
law 15

goal kick skills
law 16

corner kick skills
law 17


Drills, activities and/or games
[all categories]
show a sequential progression to an on-field situation, or starts with the on- field situation and then breaks down skills
are prescribed by the coach at each training session based on the needs of the players/game/assessment of opposition, stage of the season, objectives of the session
are designed to develop the advanced skills of soccer
should include
advanced skill drills
grid work
relevant modified games
relevant techniques/practices

Intermediate biomechanical principles
[all categories]
balance
motion
force
momentum
power

Review
[all categories]
individual
as a member of the team
as a team collectively

Rules, policies and regulations
[all categories]
International Football Association Board Laws of the Game
best practice codes of conduct such as Football Federation of Australia Code of Conduct
policies of Football Federation of Australia eg. Anti-Doping Policy
Australian Sports Commission Harassment Free Sport Policy

Technological aids and equipment
[all categories]
may include
training aids and equipment
CD ROM
video analysis
statistical analysis

Work environment
[all categories]
organisational health and safety requirements
safety guidelines governed by Football Federation Australia's rules and by-laws including regulations, policies and procedures as developed or implemented by Football Federation Australia
other recommended safety guidelines are
no jewellery to be worn
portable goal post should be fixed to the ground before use
sun safety guidelines should be followed
shin guards to be warn
hydration guidelines should be followed
access to first aid facilities/equipment
blood borne infectious disease policy
conditions and external influences include:
environment/weather conditions
other facility users
spectators
parents
referees and administrators
other coaches
other players

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 the advanced skills of soccer as applied in playing a game of soccer
Assessment of performance should be over a period of time covering all categories of skill acquisition from the Range Statements
Assessment must confirm the ability to apply knowledge and appropriate techniques to
perform the advanced skills of soccer under match conditions
apply the rules, regulations and policies of soccer
review own and team performance and identify modifications for future training sessions

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)
SRSSOC009A Perform the advanced tactics and strategies of soccer in a competitive situation

For the purpose of integrated assessment, this unit may be assessed in conjunction with the following unit(s)
SRSCOP015B Prepare a public speaking presentation for informative, motivational and persuasive talks
SRSCOP017B Develop self awareness skills
SRSCOP018B Develop advanced assertive communication skills
SRSCOP019B Prepare a sponsorship proposal
SRSCOP020B Develop a personal financial plan
SRSCOP021B Collect information on contracts
SRSCOP022B Collect information on elite athletes
SRSCOP023B Design an athlete's diet
SRSCOP024B Prepare for an overseas sporting event
SRSCOP025B Prepare to participate in competition
SRSCOP026B Implement and evaluate a time management plan

Resource implications
Physical resources - assessment of this competency requires access to
a soccer facility
group of athletes playing at the advanced level
equipment
International Football Association Board Laws of the Game
Football Federation of Australia code of conduct
Football Federation of Australia policies such as anti doping policy
Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy

Human resources - assessment of this unit of competency will require human resources consistent with those outlined in the Assessment Guidelines. That is, assessors (or persons within the assessment team) must
be competent in this unit
be competent in coaching soccer at the advanced level
be current in their knowledge and understanding of the industry through provision of evidence of professional activity in the relevant area
have attained the mandatory competency requirements for assessors under the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) as specified in Standard 7.3 of the Standards for Registered Training Organisations

Consistency in performance
Due to issues such as playing conditions competence in this unit must be assessed over a period of time in order to ensure consistency of performance over the Range Statements and contexts applicable in playing soccer

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 at a soccer facility in a game with advanced level players. 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 required 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


KEY COMPETENCIES

Collect, Analyse & Organise Information - 1
Communicate Ideas & Information - 1
Plan & Organise Activities - 1
Work with Others & in Teams - 1
Use Mathematical Ideas & Techniques - n/a
Solve Problems - 1
Use Technology - n/a

These levels do not relate to the Australian Qualifications Framework. They relate to the seven areas of generic competency that underpin effective workplace practices.

The three levels of performance (1, 2 and 3) denote the level of competency required to perform the task:
1. Use routine approaches
2. Select from routine approaches
3. Establish new approaches

Collecting, analysing and organising information - Identify key advanced skills
Communicating ideas and information - Explain instructions clearly to other players
Planning and organising activities - Participate in drills, training activities and games
Working with teams and others - Work with players and other coaches
Using mathematical ideas and techniques - Not applicable
Solving problems - Identify necessary performance modifications
Using technology - Use video player to analysis game performance

Please refer to the Assessment Guidelines for advice on how to use the Key Competencies.