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Plan and conduct disability recreation programs

Plan and conduct disability recreation programs

Unit of competency
National Code
SISCCRO304A
State Code
D6173
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
28/11/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/02/2014
Field of Education
092103 - Sports Coaching, Officiating And Instruction
Original Release Date
14/02/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan and conduct recreation programs for people with a disability including both frail and moderately active participants. It focuses on the needs of participants with a disability and the resources required to safely conduct and supervise a recreation program for participants with a disability.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify participant needs and expectations.
  • 1.1. Identify participants' needs and aims according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • 1.2. Conduct relevant assessments to determine variations in status of participants in consultation with relevant support personnel and according to organisational policies and procedures as required.
  • 1.3. Identify any special requirements according to participants' needs.
  • 1.4. Advise participants of any reason why they should not participate in a given program.
  • 1.5. Identify barriers to participation by people with a disability.
2. Plan a disability recreation program.
  • 2.1. Identify equipment andresources appropriate for the program.
  • 2.2. Design and document a program plan to meet the identified needs and abilities of participants, according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  • 2.3. Seek agreement on the program plan from staff, participants and organisations where relevant.
  • 2.4. Determine the range of activities for the program according to participant needs and capabilities.
  • 2.5. Identify and access resources required for the program in advance.
  • 2.6. Identify support requirements for people with a disability according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
3. Prepare for the program.
  • 3.1. Communicate instructions and relevant information about the program using appropriate communication strategies.
  • 3.2. Encourage participants to seek clarification of information as required.
  • 3.3. Remove required equipment from store and check for damage or deterioration and report, where appropriate, to the responsible person.
  • 3.4. Issue suitable equipment and aids and provide assistance with fitting where necessary.
  • 3.5. Set up equipment according to approved procedures and instructions.
  • 3.6. Modify or condition equipment for use by different participant groups according to workplace policies and procedures.
4. Conduct the program.
  • 4.1. Encourage participants to warm up and cool down.
  • 4.2. Monitor technique and correct use of equipment, where relevant, and provide appropriate feedback to participants.
  • 4.3. Provide assistance with use of aids, including modification, as appropriate.
  • 4.4. Seek feedback from participants regarding their progress during the program and modify as required.
  • 4.5. Employ appropriate techniques to motivate clients to maintain a reasonable participation rate.
  • 4.6. Identify risks to participant safety and take action to minimise these according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  • 4.7. Modify the program, where necessary, based on an assessment of the conditions, status of persons with a disability, facilities and equipment.
5. Conclude the program.
  • 5.1. Conclude the program at a pace appropriate to the participant, their level of involvement and the duration of the program.
  • 5.2. Inform participants of follow-up programs and recreational opportunities.
  • 5.3. Collect and check issued equipment for damage and wear according to organisational policies and procedures.
6. Evaluate the program.
  • 6.1. Seek and acknowledge feedback from participants and identify further needs.
  • 6.2. Evaluate all relevant components of the program and record outcomes.
  • 6.3. Identify potential areas for improvement in future programs.
  • 6.4. Review own performance and identify potential improvements.
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 aims may include:
physical
emotional
motivational
psychological.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety
risk minimisation
privacy
roles and responsibilities
staff behaviour
time constraints and scheduling requirements
budget allocation
use and maintenance of equipment.
Assessments may include:
interviews with participants and carers
medical history
physical ability tests.
Variations in status of participants may include:
impact of medication
chronological age
physiological age
medical conditions.
Disability may include:
physical
sensory
intellectual
psychiatric.
Equipment and resources may include:
staff
equipment and aids
venues and facilities
music.
Program plan may include:
objectives
date and time
resources
sessions, stages or structure
movement of people and equipment into and out of venue
timelines
pre-program information.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
equal opportunity
privacy.
Activities may include:
stretching and mobility
strengthening or conditioning
confidence building
back care
balance
chair based
floor work.
Communication strategies may include:
verbal
modelling or demonstration
hand or arm signals
braille
audio tape.
Damage or deterioration may include:
damage to fabric
missing parts.
Risks may include:
level of challenge and difficulty
behaviour of other participants.
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:
encourages participation and interaction of people with a disability using appropriate communication strategies that enhance emotional wellbeing
plans recreation programs that determine the range of activities or exercises for people with a disability and coordinates and allocates program resources to optimise their use by participants
applies contingency management techniques to deal with problems and issues that may arise during program implementation
delivers recreation programs safely and in a manner that reflects the needs and capabilities of participants with a disability
monitors the progress of participants and provides feedback to enhance client motivation and self-esteem.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure the candidate delivers multiple recreation programs of a sufficient duration to demonstrate techniques that balance individual and group needs and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
people with a range of disabilities to participate in the program
an environment or facility appropriate to the specific program content
equipment, resources and support staff required for the delivery of the program
key people and organisations that support people with a disability
relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures in relation to inclusion processes.
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 candidate preparing for and resourcing a disability recreation program, including developing program plans
observation of candidate interacting with a range of participants with disabilities, conveying information for safe participation in programs, and delivering and evaluating programs
observation of candidate dealing with contingencies such as the changing availability of equipment or venues
oral or written questioning to assess candidate's knowledge of techniques and activity skills in relation to program aims and community development principles
portfolio containing evidence of candidate's program plans and modifications
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing appropriate work performed by the candidate.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISCCRD303A Facilitate inclusion for people with a disability.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C7969 SRCCRO010B Conduct a recreation program for people with a disability Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AVD18 SISXDIS002 Plan and conduct disability programs Unit of competency