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 candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Participants' needs and characteristics may relate to :
age
maturity for age
gender
preferences or protocols of different cultures, nationalities and religions
player motivation for participation
compatibility between players in match situations.
Readiness may involve:
previous experience in team sports, especially Rugby League
Rugby League skills and knowledge of applicable laws
emotional capability to deal with competing in a game
fitness levels and physical capabilities
motor performance factors
past, current or recurring injuries and illnesses.
Session aims and objectives may include:
progressive skill acquisition during drills, activities and games
improvement of individual player skills
improvement of teamwork skills
improvement of player fitness
management of player injury.
Plan may include:
session aims and objectives
date, time and duration
location
coach and participant ratios
resources required
equipment required
tailored drills, activities and games.
Regulations may relate to:
occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation
permits from land management authorities or local councils
authority or permission from Rugby League clubs or associations
privacy legislation
working with children checks
environmental protection regulations.
Organisational policies and procedures may involve:
risk management
safety
management of players' past, current or recurring injuries and illnesses
conflict resolution
communication protocols
use, care and maintenance of equipment and field
training and scheduling commitments
coach to participant ratios
codes of safety, conduct and ethics
harassment-free sports policies.
Safety procedures may include:
group management in emergency situations
prevention and first aid treatment of common Rugby League injuries
management of players' past, current or recurring injuries and illnesses
equipment checking and usage
field safety
safe and clear communication systems.
Drills, activities may involve:
those described in Australian Rugby League Coaching Rugby League
developing skills to a fundamental level through appropriate sequencing of skills
progressive skill acquisition
breaking down skills
modifying skill drills
grid work
coordinated positional plays
warm-ups and cool downs.
Modified games may include:
those using Rugby League Laws of Mini Footy
those using Rugby League Laws of Mod League
simulated games
competition games
games, modified from a variety of sources, to meet specific player and team needs
practice matches to develop fundamental skills.
Location may include:
Rugby League fields
open fields
off-field locations such as gyms and play areas where coaching may occur.
Equipment may include:
Rugby League balls including approved balls modified for use of junior players
uniforms
appropriate footwear
personal protective equipment
stop watches
whistles
cones and other approved and appropriate organisational aids
Resources may include:
teaching and coaching tools
visual media equipment
food and water and approved and safe containers
first aid kit.
Relevant information may include:
objectives of the session
skills focus of the session
equipment and resource requirements, selection and use
responsible and safe behaviour
Risks may include:
collisions
injuries including:
fractures
dislocations
sprains
strains
concussions
exhaustion from exposure to extreme heat or cold weather
dehydration.
Rules may include:
Rugby League Laws of Mini Footy
Rugby League Laws of Mod League.
Communication systems may include:
calls
hand and eye signals
signs.
Teaching and coaching techniques may include:
six levels of learning as identified by the Australian Rugby League
demonstration
breaking down fundamental skills into components
progressing through, and linking, skills
monitoring and observing progress
fault detection
assessment of participants' skills
providing positive reinforcement and feedback during and after drills, activities and games.
Fundamental Rugby League skills may include:
game sense and decision making at a fundamental level
running with and without a ball
footwork
ball handling:
catching
passing
spin and pass
playing the ball
ruck play
kicking:
drop kicks
place kicks
scrummaging:
formations
binding
feet placement
attack skills:
dummy half play
evading
sidestepping
swerving
changing pace
defence and tackling skills:
- formations
preparation to defend
tackling
contact
multiple tackling
tackling:
side-on
front-on (blocking)
from behind
basic formations.
Required player knowledge may include:
Rugby League Laws of Mini Footy
Rugby League Laws of Mod League
when to use different Rugby League skills
role of player positions in modified Rugby League games
strengths and weaknesses of opposition and own team
equipment selection, use and maintenance
communication systems used in modified Rugby League.
Accepted best practice in Rugby League coaching may include:
positive role modelling
good sportsmanship
preventative practices to minimise safety risks and hazards
positivity in providing constructive feedback on player performance.
Endorsed standards may include:
Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy
Australian Sports Commission Junior Sport policy
Australian Rugby League Anti-doping Policy
Australian Rugby League Code of Conduct
Australian Rugby League SafePlay Code.
Participant's performance may include:
use of appropriate communication systems
accuracy of skill, appropriate to individual player differences
team participation
attitude and behaviour
ability to link and use the fundamental skills of Rugby League.
Relevant aspects may include:
the quality of own performance in the coaching session
effectiveness of the teaching and coaching session
suitability of teaching and coaching methods
feedback provided to, or by, participants.
initial and final assessment of participants' abilities
validity and reliability of coaching and assessment tools.

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:
conducts multiple and diverse safe drills, activities and modified games that reflect the needs and characteristics of a diverse range of young participants that are of sufficient duration and breadth to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance
plans and delivers information, explanations and demonstrations for fundamental Rugby League sessions to ensure activities are conducted safely and according to young participant's needs and characteristics
observes and monitors the progress of participants and provides constructive feedback and intervention to improve and develop player skills in Rugby League to a fundamental level
uses and modifies teaching and coaching techniques and drills, activities and games to cater for a range of individual learning styles and player differences
evaluates and reflects on own coaching performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
resources and information on participants and location to accurately plan, coach and document Rugby League sessions for junior participants of modified games
Rugby League training and competition facilities
equipment such as Rugby League balls, including balls modified for junior player, uniforms, appropriate footwear and personal protective equipment
groups of fundamental level Rugby League players to take part in the modified Rugby League sessions
support staff, such as first aiders, medicos and appropriate assistants
referees qualified to manage a match using the Rugby League Laws of Mini Footy and the Rugby League Laws of Mod League
Rugby League Laws of Mini Footy
Rugby League Laws of Mod League
International Laws of Rugby League
current relevant regulations, policies, procedures and codes that apply to coaching in fundamental and junior Rugby League skills.
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 planning processes, such as talking with young participants to determine their needs and characteristics
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant rules, regulations and policies
observation of safe Rugby League coaching at a fundamental level and monitoring and adjusting activities that meet participant's needs, characteristics and responses
evaluation of portfolio of session plans and player and self-evaluations
evaluation of third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.