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 individual, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Developmental readiness may include:
gender
age
ability
personality
stage of learning
previous tennis experience
developmental characteristics (e.g. physical, cognitive, psychological, social).
Tennis skills may include:
movement
serve (slice, flat)
differentiate first and second serve
return of serve
forehand groundstroke (topspin)
backhand groundstroke (topspin and slice)
approach shot
volley (including drive volley)
overhead
cooperative and competitive rally.
Tactics may include:
consistency
accuracy
know the zone of the court
directional change
attack the short ball
defensive-neutral-offensive
ball control (height, direction, distance)
anticipation of opponent shot tendencies based on court position
observation of opponent strengths and weaknesses.
Fundamental aspects of stroke production may include:
grip
stance
footwork
initial preparation
swing pattern
contact
follow through.
Objectives may include:
cognitive
psychomotor
affective
social.
Organisational layout may include:
set-up of activities on court
position of players and coach
role of coach (feeding, roaming, rallying)
type of activity (whole group, partner, station or combination).
Plan may include:
session plan
session objectives
date, time and duration
coach and player roles
resources required
equipment required
activities.
Safety procedures may include:
court set up
prevention, symptoms and first aid treatment of common tennis injuries
sunsmart procedures
equipment checking and usage
court safety
safe and clear communication systems.
Activities may involve:
warm-ups and cool downs
progressive skill acquisition
whole or part skill drills
technique-centred drills
game-centred rallies
whole group
station work
partner
coach
cooperation
competition.
Relevant legislation may include:
Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) or Work Health and Safety (WHS)
working with children
equal opportunity
privacy
environmental regulations.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
work health and safety
risk management
communication protocols
supervision requirements
use and maintenance of equipment and procedures
first aid procedures
code of ethics or behaviour.
Coaching approaches may include:
on continuum from technique-centred to game-centred
combination of technique centred and game-centred.
Coaching style may include:
direct (i.e. coach makes most of the decisions and learner makes limited decisions, such as command)
indirect (i.e. learner makes most of the decisions and coach makes limited decisions, such as discovery).
Effective communication may include:
tone and level of voice
terminology and language
verbal and body language
active listening and questioning
constructive and supportive feedback.
Modify may include:
regress activities by simplifying equipment or environment (smaller racquet, low compression balls, reduce playing space); break down skill into parts and progressively add more parts; reduce decision-making related to tactical outcomes
progress activities by changing equipment or environment (change ball, increase playing space); encourage use of whole skill; increase decision-making related to tactical outcomes.

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 ability to:
plan and deliver multiple sessions for green stage tennis players in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
demonstrate tennis skills to support explanation of tennis skills and tactics
use and modify coaching approaches, coaching styles and activities to cater for a range of individual learning styles
observe and monitor player progress and modify activities if required to ensure players are appropriately challenged
analyse player performance and determine appropriate corrective strategies
structure sessions to provide maximum opportunities for appropriate skill development for individuals and groups
evaluate and reflect on own coaching performance to identify areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
coaching of multiple sessions for green stage junior players that are of sufficient duration and breadth to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also include access to:
groups of players to take part in green stage tennis activities
a tennis venue with courts suitable for the conduct of tennis activities
equipment for green stage tennis activities (green low compression balls).
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 explaining and demonstrating tennis skills, tactics and activities for green stage players
observation of monitoring player’s development of skills and tactics and modifying activities where required
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of the player competencies, technical and tactical fundamentals for green stage players
portfolio of session plans for green stage players
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of the application of legislation and organisational policies and procedures required to maintain player safety
third-party reports from a supervisor or leader detailing performance
review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
SISSSCO303 Plan and deliver coaching programs
SISSTNS205 Interpret and apply the rules and regulations of tennis.