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:

Communication

in a style appropriate to the touch community with

coach, player interaction

coach, official interaction

coach, broader community interaction

coach, media interaction

in accord with

appropriate use of verbal, non-verbal and written modes

the Australia Touch Association Inc coaches code of conduct policy

the culture of touch

Drills, activities and/or games

that are designed to teach or develop the Intermediate skills of touch

such as those described in Australian Touch Association Inc Level 1 Coach handbook

type of activities include

full game

small game

games for outcomes

Endorsed standards promoted by touch

the Australian Touch Association Incorporated code of conduct policy

the culture of touch

Australian Touch Association Incorporated policies, eg, anti doping, blood policy

Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy

Environment

weather conditions

playing surfaces, eg, pitch, field

facilities

spectators must behave in a manner which reflects the intention of the spectators code of conduct as prescribed by the Australian Touch Association Inc

environment is appropriate and safe for competition and/or training

Equipment

all personal equipment in competition conforms to laws of touch

technical equipment is appropriate and safe for the activities undertaken

personal equipment is appropriate and safe for the activities undertaken at that time

should provide maximum time on task

should be utilised in a safe and effective manner which maximises participation

Ethical considerations

effectively represents touch in a positive manner to the broader community

Intermediate skills

running

passing and catching

catch and pass

acting half pass

switch pass

positional play

the wrap

tackling

play the ball

roll ball

effecting a touch

Readiness

appropriate levels of fitness

cardio respiratory capacity

endurance

strength

motor performance factors

agility

speed

coordination

social, compatibility between players in the match situations

psychological, level of arousal which will enhance performance

emotional, stable and positive approach to enjoyment and performance

Resources

human resources should be sufficient to provide a safe and meaningful experience for participants

equipment

facilities both indoor and outdoor

Rules and regulations

local, national and international rules of touch

best practice codes of ethics such as

Australian Touch Association Inc code of ethics

policies of the employer organisation such as

Australian Touch Association Inc anti doping policy

Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy

age restrictions, as applicable

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 drills, activities and games to effectively teach or develop the intermediate skills of touch
Assessment of performance should be over a period of time covering all categories of coaching touch from the Range Statements
Assessment must confirm the ability to apply knowledge and appropriate techniques to
provide a safe teaching environment
consider an individual player in the context of a total lifestyle
analyse an intermediate skill of touch
identify appropriate teaching methods and coaching styles to develop the intermediate skills of touch
assess players readiness to acquire and perform the intermediate skill/s of touch
conduct drills, activities and/or games to teach or develop the intermediate skills of touch
review and adapt the teaching of an intermediate skill in response to feedback

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)
SRSTOU005A Teach or develop the intermediate tactics and strategies of touch
For the purpose of integrated assessment, this unit may be assessed in conjunction with the following unit(s)
SRSCGP001A Operate in accord with accepted coaching practices, styles and legal and ethical responsibilities
SRSCGP002A Include special interest groups or people with special needs
SRSCGP003A Implement the fundamental principles of sports psychology
SRSCGP004A Provide information about the fundamental principles of eating for peak performance
SRSOGP002A Apply rules and regulations to conduct games and competitions
SRSSPT003A Implement sports first aid procedures and apply sports first aid
SRXCAI004B Plan a session or program for participants
SRXCAI005B Conduct a sport and recreation session for participants
SRXCAI006B Organise a sport and recreation program
SRXCAI007B Conduct a sport and recreation program
SRXGRO001A Facilitate a group
SRXGRO002A Deal with conflict

Required knowledge and delivery skills
Required knowledge
Knowledge of the intermediate skills of touch
Knowledge of drills, activities and games to teach the intermediate skills of touch
Knowledge of principles of coaching to ensure acquisition of skill
Knowledge of the rules of touch in order to teach these to participants
Knowledge of the relevant modified rules and regulations of touch in order to teach these to participants
Knowledge of relevant equipment and safety requirements
Required skills
Skills to conduct drills, activities, activities and games to teach the advances skills of touch
Organise effective and appropriate coaching practices
Communication skills in order to ensure instruction and coaching processes are understood
Apply the rules of touch in order to coach the advanced skills of touch
Provide demonstrations, eg, self, other athletes as models, videos
Feedback and questioning skills in order to communicate effectively with players
Observation skills in order to successfully observe the individual skill performance and make accurate skill analysis
Organise self directed activities for players

Resource implications
Physical resources - assessment of this competency requires access to
a group of athletes participating at intermediate level
touch facilities
touch equipment
indoor teaching facility with whiteboard, overhead projector
Human Resources - assessment of this competency will require
personnel with competencies in coaching touch at intermediate 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 issues such as coaching effectiveness this unit of competency must be assessed over a period of time in order to ensure consistency in performance over the Range Statements and contexts applicable to coaching touch

Context for assessment
This unit of competency must be assessed in the context of a touch activity with a range of real clients. For valid and reliable assessment the activity should be conducted in a game or training session at a touch facility with intermediate players. The environment should be safe, with noise to a level experienced with and activity in full operation and support services 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
Identify appropriate teaching methods and coaching styles to communicate skills (2)

Collecting analysing and organising information
Evaluate key intermediate skills (2)

Planning and organising activities
Coordinate drills and modified game activity (2)

Working with others and in teams
Interact and network with the players, officials and the greater touch community (2)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
Use proper scoring techniques (1)

Solving problems
Analyse and correct intermediate touch skills (2)

Using technology
Use technical equipment correctly (1)