Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation
Certificate IV in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation
SIS40122
BIO2
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 13/12/2022 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who coordinate operational logistics for recreation services. It applies to senior technical and operational staff who work independently or with limited guidance from others. They take responsibility for their own work functions and outputs, and supervise the work of others.
Specialisations are available in customer service, aquatic technical operations, recreation programs and swim school coordination but are not mandatory to achieve this qualification.
This qualification provides a pathway to work for any type of sport, aquatic or recreation organisation including commercial, not-for-profit, community and government organisations.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Seventeen (17) units must be completed:- Eight (8) core units
- Nine (9) elective units, consisting of:
- Six (6) units from the list below
- Three (3) units from the list below, elsewhere in SIS Training Package, or any other current Training Package or accredited course.
Packaging Rules to achieve a specialisation:
Four (4) units from Group A must be selected for award of Certificate IV in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation (Customer Service)
All four (4) units from Group B must be selected for award of Certificate IV in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation (Aquatic Technical Operations)
Four (4) units from Group C must be selected for award of Certificate IV in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation (Recreation Programs)
Four (4) units from Group D must be selected for award of Certificate IV in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation (Swim School Coordination)
The selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the complexity of skills appropriate to the AQF level of this qualification.
Electives shown in italics on training.gov.au (TGA) have prerequisite units of competency, which are also listed within their appropriate group.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEN41 | SISXFAM004 | Analyse participation patterns | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OEN55 | SISXEMR004 | Coordinate emergency responses | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OEN28 | SISXMGT004 | Coordinate work teams | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OEN31 | SISXMGT002 | Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OEN46 | SISXFAM003 | Develop and review budgets for activities or projects | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCF00 | BSBPEF402 | Develop personal work priorities | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OEN26 | SISXPLD006 | Identify hazards, assess and control risks for sport, fitness and recreation activities | 45 | Unit of competency |
| WG740 | HLTWHS003 | Maintain work health and safety | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A – Customer Service
Four (4) units from Group A must be selected for award of Certificate IV in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation (Customer Service).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWX28 | SIRXCEG002 | Assist with customer difficulties | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCD56 | BSBTEC301 | Design and produce business documents | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OCF95 | BSBFIN302 | Maintain financial records | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OCG37 | SIRXCEG008 | Manage disrespectful, aggressive or abusive customers | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OEN62 | SISXCCS005 | Monitor and evaluate customer service | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OEN51 | SISXFAC012 | Promote safe and effective use of facilities | 25 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B – Aquatic Technical Operations
All 4 units from Group B must be selected for award of Certificate IV in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation (Aquatic Technical Operations).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEN42 | SISXFAC009 | Coordinate facility maintenance | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OEN68 | SISCAQU016 | Manage pool water quality | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OEN70 | SISCAQU017 | Monitor and maintain aquatic facility plant and equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OEN67 | SISCAQU015 | Test pool water quality | 10 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C – Recreation Programs
Four (4) units from Group C must be selected for award of Certificate IV in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation (Recreation Programs).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEN35 | SISXMGT005 | Facilitate community recreation initiatives | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OEN38 | SISXPLD004 | Facilitate groups | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OEN29 | SISXPLD005 | Facilitate inclusion for people with disability | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OEN25 | SISXPLD003 | Plan recreation programs | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OEN51 | SISXFAC012 | Promote safe and effective use of facilities | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OBD90 | SISXIND010 | Protect children and young people | 35 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D – Swim School Coordination
Four (4) units from Group D must be selected for award of Certificate IV in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation (Swim School Coordination).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEA18 | SITXCCS015 | Enhance customer service experiences | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OCE26 | BSBSTR402 | Implement continuous improvement | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OEN51 | SISXFAC012 | Promote safe and effective use of facilities | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OBD90 | SISXIND010 | Protect children and young people | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OEN32 | SISXPLD007 | Schedule sport, fitness, aquatic and recreation activities | 45 | Unit of competency |
6. Group E – General Electives
Up to nine (9) units may be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AYW3 | SIS40115 | Certificate IV in Sport and Recreation | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are not entry requirements for this qualification.
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