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:

Review

individual

as a member of the team

Rules, policies and regulations

the Australian Rugby League laws of the game and notes on the laws

best practice codes of conducts such as Australian Rugby League code of conduct

policies of the Australian Rugby League, eg, Anti-doping policy

Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy

Technological aids and equipment

rugby league balls

witches hats

tackle bags

bump pads

videos

Work environment

organisational health and safety requirements

safety requirements as listed in the Australian Rugby League rules of the game and notes on the laws

other recommended safety guidelines are

mouthguards/protection to be worn

no jewellery to be worn

training aids should be inspected before use

sun safety guidelines should be followed

hydration guidelines should be followed

access to first aid facilities/equipment

blood borne infectious disease policy

hygiene policy

conditions and external influences include

environmental/weather conditions

other facility users

spectators

parents

referees and administrators

other coaches

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 the intermediate skills of rugby league as applied in the rugby league environment
Assessment of performance should be over a period of time covering all categories of skill acquisition from the Range Statements
Assessment must confirm the ability to apply knowledge and appropriate techniques to
perform the intermediate skills of rugby league under match conditions
apply the rules, regulations and policies of rugby league
review own and team performance and identify modifications for future training sessions

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)
SRSRGL002A Perform the intermediate tactics and strategies of rugby league in a competitive situation
SRSRGL003A Participate in conditioning for rugby league
For the purpose of integrated assessment, this unit may be assessed in conjunction with the following unit(s)
SRSCOP001B Prepare for public speaking
SRSCOP002B Plan for and participate in a media interview
SRSCOP003B Demonstrate personal image and presentation skills
SRSCOP004B Develop negotiation skills
SRSCOP005B Demonstrate basic assertive communication skills
SRSCOP006B Complete a tax return
SRSCOP007B Develop a financial goal setting plan
SRSCOP008B Prepare a pre- or post-event meal
SRSCOP009B Collect information on drugs in sport
SRSCOP010B Collect information on stress management
SRSCOP011B Develop an integrated time management plan
SRSCOP012B Develop a travel and accommodation plan
SRSCOP013B Develop a career goal setting plan
SRSCOP014B Prepare to study

Required knowledge and skills
Required knowledge
Knowledge of the basic skills of rugby league
Knowledge of tactics and strategies relevant to intermediate level rugby league
Knowledge of the laws of rugby league
Knowledge of relevant equipment and safety requirements
Knowledge of appropriate nutrition for athletes
Knowledge of energy systems relevant to training/playing at this level
Required skills
Ability to play rugby league at intermediate level
Ability to incorporate intermediate level tactics and strategies into a game
Communication skills relevant to review and evaluation of performance at intermediate level rugby league

Resource implications
Physical resources - assessment of this competency requires access to
a rugby league facility
equipment
Australian Rugby League laws book
Australian Rugby League code of conduct
Australian Rugby League policies such as Anti-doping policy
Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy
Australian Rugby League Safeplay Code
Human Resources - assessment of this competency will require
personnel with competency in coaching rugby league at the intermediate level
personnel to be current in their knowledge and understanding of the industry through provision of evidence of professional activity in relevant area
personnel to have attained the National Competency Standards for Assessment BSZ401A, BSZ402A and BSZ403A

Consistency in performance
Due to the issues such as variable playing conditions 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 playing rugby league

Context for assessment
This unit of competency must be assessed in the context of a sporting activity with a range of real clients. For valid and reliable assessment the activity should be conducted at a rugby league facility in a game with intermediate level players. The environment should be safe, with noise to a level experienced with an activity in full operation and support serviced 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
Explain instructions clearly (1)

Collecting analysing and organising information
Identify key intermediate skills (1)

Planning and organising activities
Plan training sessions (1)

Working with others and in teams
Work with players and other coaches (1)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
Not applicable (0)

Solving problems
Identify performance modifications (1)

Using technology
Not applicable (0)