Unit of competency Outline
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Plan coaching programs for junior sports players
Plan coaching programs for junior sports players
Unit of competency
National Code
SISSCGP305A
SISSCGP305A
State Code
D6549
D6549
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
06/01/2012
Field of Education
092103 - Sports Coaching, Officiating And Instruction
Original Release Date
06/01/2012
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop coaching programs to outline developmental activities and delivery methods suited to junior sports players.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Establish coaching program requirements.
- 1.1. Identify learning goals for junior players.
- 1.2. Assess readiness of junior players and confirm appropriate developmental program.
- 1.3. Identify and assess constraints and risks associated with designing learning programs for junior players according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
- 1.4. Determine resources required for delivering the coaching program.
- 1.5. Select delivery methods to suit group or individual learning needs and junior player characteristics.
2. Develop coaching programs.
- 2.1. Design coaching programs that reflect player characteristics and provide appropriate sequencing of skill acquisition according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
- 2.2. Document coaching programs in appropriate detail and required formats.
social
psychological
physical.
Readiness may include:
growth rates
developmental stages
heat tolerance and hydration
physical ability
developmental stages
social characteristics
attention spans and motivation.
Constraints may include:
access to industry experts
access to sporting facilities and equipment
access to practice opportunities
cost of training
time required
scheduling
numbers and groupings of players.
Risks may include:
inappropriate facilities or equipment
inadequate equipment or resources
inappropriate coaching methods to suit needs and characteristics of learner or learners
inappropriate activities and instructions.
occupational health and safety
working with children
duty of care
mandatory reporting
negligence
waivers and exclusion clauses
privacy.
occupational health and safety
use and maintenance of equipment and resources
time and budget requirements
sporting bodies policies
codes of conduct
code of ethics.
sport-specific facilities or venues
equipment
technology
coaches.
Junior player characteristics may include:
age and maturity
physical and psychological development
ability
preferred learning styles
level of prior experience.
Coaching programs may include:
learning outcomes and goals
sequencing of sessions
resource requirements
risk management strategies
duration and focus of sessions
player's characteristics and needs
long and medium term learning objectives.
psychological
physical.
Readiness may include:
growth rates
developmental stages
heat tolerance and hydration
physical ability
developmental stages
social characteristics
attention spans and motivation.
Constraints may include:
access to industry experts
access to sporting facilities and equipment
access to practice opportunities
cost of training
time required
scheduling
numbers and groupings of players.
Risks may include:
inappropriate facilities or equipment
inadequate equipment or resources
inappropriate coaching methods to suit needs and characteristics of learner or learners
inappropriate activities and instructions.
occupational health and safety
working with children
duty of care
mandatory reporting
negligence
waivers and exclusion clauses
privacy.
occupational health and safety
use and maintenance of equipment and resources
time and budget requirements
sporting bodies policies
codes of conduct
code of ethics.
sport-specific facilities or venues
equipment
technology
coaches.
Junior player characteristics may include:
age and maturity
physical and psychological development
ability
preferred learning styles
level of prior experience.
Coaching programs may include:
learning outcomes and goals
sequencing of sessions
resource requirements
risk management strategies
duration and focus of sessions
player's characteristics and needs
long and medium term learning objectives.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
designs and documents multi-session coaching plans to meet the diverse needs of junior sports players
applies knowledge of junior player's physical and psychological development stage and related learning needs or capacities
assesses constraints and risks associated with developing coaching programs for junior players
plans coaching programs and methods to deliver appropriate sequencing of skills that are consistent with professional codes of conduct.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure design of coaching programs relevant to the candidate's current or intended role that are of sufficient breadth to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
information on junior sports players, characteristics and learning goals
coaching program templates or formats.
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:
written or oral questioning to assess knowledge of organisational policies and procedures and legislative requirements when planning for junior players
portfolio of coaching programs and documentation
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISSCGP202A Reflect on professional coaching role and practice.
Guidance information for assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
designs and documents multi-session coaching plans to meet the diverse needs of junior sports players
applies knowledge of junior player's physical and psychological development stage and related learning needs or capacities
assesses constraints and risks associated with developing coaching programs for junior players
plans coaching programs and methods to deliver appropriate sequencing of skills that are consistent with professional codes of conduct.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure design of coaching programs relevant to the candidate's current or intended role that are of sufficient breadth to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
information on junior sports players, characteristics and learning goals
coaching program templates or formats.
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:
written or oral questioning to assess knowledge of organisational policies and procedures and legislative requirements when planning for junior players
portfolio of coaching programs and documentation
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISSCGP202A Reflect on professional coaching role and practice.
Guidance information for assessment
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WG017 | SISSSCO303 | Plan and deliver coaching programs | Unit of competency |
