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Implement selection policies

Implement selection policies

Unit of competency
National Code
SISSSCO305
State Code
WG019
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
06/03/2013
View on TGA
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/10/2014
Field of Education
092103 - Sports Coaching, Officiating And Instruction
Original Release Date
15/10/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to utilise selection criteria and policies to make selection decisions in consultation with relevant personnel in specific sporting areas and or activities. It focuses on conveying selection criteria and policy to potential candidates, compiling selection data for potential candidates and applying organisational selection policies.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify selection requirements.
  • 1.1 Identify selection criteria and policies and procedures of the sport, club or organisation.
  • 1.2 Explain selection policies and procedures to potential candidates using communication approaches appropriate to their needs.
  • 1.3 Check candidate understanding of selection policies and procedures using appropriate approaches and encourage them to clarify information.
  • 1.4 Encourage potential candidates to seek advice and support from relevant sources.
  • 1.5 Identify responsibilities of selection panel members according to selection policy and relevant legislation.
  • 1.6 Analyse selection guidelines according to selection procedures and in consultation with panel members.
2. Compile information on candidates.
  • 2.1 Gather information required according to organisational selection policy and criteria.
  • 2.2 Select methods for testing and assessing candidates according to sport, club or organisation requirements.
  • 2.3 Analyse and document selection data according to selection policies and procedures in consultation with candidate.
  • 2.4 Present selection data to the selection panel according to selection policies and procedures.
3. Make selection decisions.
  • 3.1 Select candidates according to selection criteria and policy of the sport, club or organisation.
  • 3.2 Communicate and document selections according to documented notification procedures.
  • 3.3 Implement initiatives to support unsuccessful candidates in consultation with appropriate personnel.
  • 3.4 Follow appeals handling policies and procedures.
  • 3.5 Make recommendations for consideration in the review of selection policies and procedures.
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 individual, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Selection criteriamay include:
citizenship
age
membership of sport-specific associations
past performances
qualification standards
current and potential future performance
experience
skill
technical ability
personal profile
availability
team or group dynamic
physical attributes
attitude and behaviour.
Policies and procedures may include:
codes of behaviour
duty of care
confidentiality.
Candidatesmay include:
athletes
coaches
support personnel
officials.
Communication approachesmay include:
discussions
information sessions
presentations.
Relevant legislationmay include:
anti-discrimination
equal employment opportunity (EEO)
privacy
child protection.
Organisational selection policymay include:
policy principles
composition of selection panels
roles and responsibilities for selection
conflict of interest
timeframes to which selection criteria applies
procedures for application of selection criteria
feedback mechanisms and timeframes for successful or non-successful candidates
procedure for notification of selection or non-selection
appeal rights and processes
overriding factors and extenuating circumstances
breaches of conduct
resolution of disputes
record keeping requirements.
Methods for testing and assessingmay include:
time trials
selection trials
competition
performance.
Selection datamay include:
age
sporting achievements
time trials.
Initiativesmay include:
improvement strategies
additional skills development opportunities.
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 ability to:
utilise knowledge of selection objectives to implement selection policies and procedures that comply with specific organisation, club or sport objectives and requirements, relevant legislation and ethical requirements
select and adapt communication strategies appropriate to the information needs of candidates to convey information about selection policies within relevant timeframes
assess candidate performance using appropriate methods and research and compile information that is current and objectively addresses selection criteria
work effectively with panel members to objectively evaluate information against selection criteria to come to a negotiated agreement and documents agreed outcomes
apply contingency management techniques to deal with a range of problems and issues that may arise during implementation of selection policies and procedures such as ethical issues and dilemmas.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
participation in selection activities that involve interactions with candidates and panel members to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must ensure access to:
a sport-specific training or competition setting
potential candidates and resources such as a selection panel to implement selection policies and procedures
sources of information about requirements of specific sports and activities in relation to selection criteria
current organisational and sport-specific selection policies and procedures and relevant legislation that impact on the implementation of these.
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 interaction with candidates to provide information about selection criteria, policies and procedures
observation of participatory consultation with selection panel members to apply selection policies and procedures in selecting candidates
oral or written questioning on relevant legislation impacting on the implementation of selection policies and procedures
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing work performance
portfolio containing evidence of research, analysis and documentation of candidate data to support selection.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISSSCO303 Plan and deliver coaching programs.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6551 SISSCGP307A Implement selection policies Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBE17 SISSSCO006 Implement sport selection policies and procedures Unit of competency