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:

Accepted best practice in golf

the Australian handicapping system of the sport's National Sporting Organisation

code of conduct

the culture of golf

golf policies

Australian Golf Union

Women's Golf Australia

other relevant policies

Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy

Activities and games to develop A grade tactics and strategies

national skills test for developing shot reliability under match conditions

national training protocols

statistical analysis/round and practice

A grade tactics and strategies

risk

shot/club selection and placement

stage of the round (holes remaining)

lie

hazards

wind

distance

hole shape

decision making/shot shape required - trajectory

scoring

dealing with delay

pre shot routine and the 'decision line'

dealing with poor shot results/thought stoppage

tournament tactics and round tactics

Psychological approaches

motivation

goal setting

visualisation

Resources

appropriate golf equipment to suit a range of individual players

health and safety provisions

golf course and/or golf range

learning aids and technological devices, eg, computer swing and/or video analysis

access to charts, mirrors, impact bags, hinged clubs, splash boards, putting alignment disks, lie boards, shafts

Rules,regulations and policies

current editions of

best practice codes of ethics

policies of the organisation such as

Australian Golf Union

Women's Golf Australia

Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy

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 activities, discussions, forms of competitions and other strategies to apply the A grade tactics and strategies of golf
Assessment of performance should be over a period of time covering all categories of playing from the Range Statements
Assessment must confirm the ability to apply knowledge and appropriate techniques to
assess player/s readiness to implement A grade tactics and strategies of golf
undertake pre-match/game/ competition analysis and preparation
undertake in-match/game/ competition analysis and decision making
undertake post-match/game/ competition analysis and follow-up

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)
SRSGLF001A Develop the A grade skills of golf
SRSGLF003A Interpret and apply the rules of golf in a competitive situation
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
Accepted psychological theory as it applies to A grade tactics and strategies of golf
Activities and games to practice the A grade tactics and strategies of golf
Access to rules resources
How to use the rules book and act in accordance with etiquette
Language of the rules specifically definitions, notes and exceptions
Relevant equipment and safety requirements
Required skills
Assess the strengths and weaknesses of player/s and opponents
Devise pre and post match and shot routines in order to improve skill
Ability to hold a recognised golf handicap with the National Sporting Organisation

Resource implications
Physical resources - assessment of this competency requires access to
a golf facility
equipment
participants competing at appropriate levels in competitions
Human resources - assessment of this competency will require
personnel with competency in golf coaching at the advanced level or above
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 variation in judgement and observation this unit of competency must be assessed over a minimum of five (5) rounds, over a minimum of three (3) 18 hole golf courses and achieving a score on the national skill test in the range of 50 to 60 in order to ensure consistency in performance over the Range Statements and contexts applicable to playing golf

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 game of golf with players participating at the advanced 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
Utilise various psychological approaches and methods to suit golfer (3)

Collecting analysing and organising information
Determine tactics suitable to A Grade competition (3)

Planning and organising activities
Analyse and prepare pre-match routines for A Grade play (3)

Working with others and in teams
Work with golfer to select and provide appropriate learning environment (2)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
Analyse and adjust relevant tactics (2)

Solving problems
Revise pre and post shot routines (2)

Using technology
Use technical aids and technological devices properly (1)