Elements and Performance Criteria

Range Statements
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

RANGE STATEMENT
CATEGORIES
Adaptations
[all categories]
aerobic endurance
aerobic energy system involvement
large muscle groups
involvement of aerobic responses such as
substrate utilisation
heart rate responses
ventilation responses
cardiovascular endurance
muscle group involvement
energy system
involvement of cardiovascular responses such as
blood pressure
heart rate
vascular shunting
vasodilation
hypertrophy
low volume and heavy load stimuli for fast twitch fibres
high volume and low load stimuli for slow twitch fibres
muscle tension
local muscle endurance
number of sets
repetition maximum
recovery
exercises
neuromuscular coordination
sets and repetitions
exercise type
exercise technique
safety considerations
skill foundation
power
sets and repetitions
repetition maximum
recovery times
exercise techniques
strength
sets and repetitions
repetition maximum
recovery times
exercise techniques
stretching/flexibility
sets and repetitions
recovery times
exercise technique
Exercise plans
[all categories]
changes to
movement
direction
range
lever length
complexity
speed
environment
stability of client
perceived risk
activity type
intensity
resistance
repetitions
muscle involvement
program type, such as
sets and reps
circuit
matrix
super sets
plyometrics
pre-fatigue
interval
Clients
[all categories]
experienced or inexperienced
various ages
screened
active or inactive
Conditioning
[all categories]
speed
power
strength
flexibility
cardiovascular endurance
hypertrophy
muscle endurance
weight loss

Exercise plan
[all categories]
the components include
client details
current fitness
client goals
targeted adaptations
anticipated rate of client adaptation
periodisation of multiple target adaptations
number and nature of specific session programs
equipment requirements
facility requirements
review date
Evaluated
[all categories]
original aims and objectives
client satisfaction
suitability and safety of facilities and equipment
Physiological changes
[all categories]
cardiovascular changes
thermoregulation
energy system and substrate utilisation
pulmonary changes
nervous system changes
Principles of exercise
[all categories]
client goals
client physical capacity
planning elements
training threshold
overload
specificity
reversibility
progression
periodisation
genetic potential
recovery rate
individualisation
motivational techniques
performance goals
predicted rate of adaptation

Program phases
[all categories]
preparation phase
mobility
first preparation
pre-stretch
specific preparation
conditioning phase
apply the training stimulus
recovery phase
stretching
nutrition
massage
soft or gentle exercise
adaptation phase
rest
recovery
positive physiological and anatomical adaptation
Program variables
[all categories]
frequency
intensity
duration
type
progressive overload
specificity
individualisation
reversibility
recovery
periodisation
Psychological
[all categories]
mental imaging
focusing
level of self motivation
development of motivational tools

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 the ability integrated demonstration of all elements of competency and their performance criteria, in particular the ability to
implement the principles and variables of training that underlie exercise planning
interrelate the components of an exercise plan for specific adaptations
write exercise plans for a variety of training conditions
modify existing exercise plans for client
Interdependent assessment of units
This unit must be assessed after attainment of competency in the following unit(s)
SRFFIT001B Provide orientation to clients prior to undertaking a fitness program
SRFFIT003B Undertake client induction and screening
SRFFIT004B Develop basic fitness programs
SRFFIT005B Apply basic exercise science to exercise instruction
SRFFIT006B Use and maintain core fitness industry equipment
SRFFIT014A Provide advice to clients on the application of basic anatomy and physiology to fitness programs
SRFFIT015A Provide nutrition advice to clients in accordance with recommended guidelines
SRFGYM001B Instruct fitness activity skills to a client using fitness equipment
SRFSPP002A Develop and apply an awareness of specific populations to exercise delivery
SRXGRO003A Provide leadership to groups
This unit must be assessed in conjunction with the following unit(s)
Nil
For the purpose of integrated assessment, this unit may be assessed in conjunction with the following unit(s)
SRFFIT008B Utilise a broad knowledge of exercise science in exercise planning, programming and instruction
SRFFIT009B Undertake postural appraisal of low risk clients
SRFFIT010B Utilise a broad range of fitness equipment
SRFFIT011B Provide exercise for fitness industry clients with special requirements
SRFFIT012B Utilise an understanding of motivational psychology with fitness clients
SRFFIT013B Provide information and exercise related to nutrition and body composition
Required knowledge and skills
Required knowledge
Activity aims and client goal setting
Principles of fitness planning
Exercise science, including anatomy, physiology, biomechanics and nutritional principles, as applied to fitness activities
Fitness and exercise equipment terminology
Required skills
Interpersonal skills to enhance interaction with clients
Verbal, written and listening communication skills for understanding a client's specific exercise requirements
Technical expertise and experience in the specific fitness activity being planned for the client
Resource implications
Physical resources - assessment of the competency requires access to
a real or simulated work environment
a fitness centre with the appropriate facilities and equipment for the context of delivery such as
a weights gym
exercise to music room
pool
community fitness environment
an outdoor environment such as a running track
clients able to give information regarding progress in their fitness program
Human resources - assessment of this competency will require human resources consistent with those outlined in the Assessment Guidelines. That is, assessors (or persons within the assessment team) must
be competent in this unit but preferably be competent in the unit at the level above
be current in their knowledge and understanding of the industry through provision of evidence of professional activity in the relevant area
have attained the mandatory competency requirements for assessors under the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) as specified in Standard 7.3 of the Standards for Registered Training Organisations
Consistency in performance
Due to issues such as safety requirements and delivery of appropriate techniques, this unit of competency must be assessed over a minimum of three (3) different occasions to ensure consistency of performance over the Range Statements and context applicable to the work environment
Context for assessment
This unit of competency must be assessed in the context of fitness in Australia. For valid and reliable assessment the fitness activity should closely replicate the work environment. The environment should be safe, with the hazards, circumstances and equipment likely to be encountered in a real workplace
This unit of competence should be assessed through the observation of processes and procedures, oral and/or written questioning on required 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

KEY COMPETENCIES
Collect, Analyse&Organise Information
Communicate Ideas&Information
Plan&Organise Activities
Work with Others&in Teams
Use Mathematical Ideas&Techniques
Solve Problems
Use Technology
2
3
2
3
2
3
1
These levels do not relate to the Australian Qualifications Framework. They relate to the seven areas of generic competency that underpin effective workplace practices.
The three levels of performance (1, 2 and 3) denote the level of competency required to perform the task:
Use routine approaches
Select from routine approaches
Establish new approaches
Collecting, analysing and organising information -
Communicating ideas and information -
Planning and organising activities -
Working with teams and others -
Using mathematical ideas and techniques -
Solving problems -
Using technology -
Please refer to the Assessment Guidelines for advice on how to use the Key Competencies.