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
Allied health professional or medical practitioner
[all categories]
the following allied health professionals may be suitably credentialled
Physiotherapists
Chiropractors
Exercise Physiologist
Occupational Therapists
Osteopaths
Massage Therapists
Sports Physicians
Medical Practitioners
Podiatrists
Dietitians
Therapeutic recreation (Diversional Therapist)
Client
[all categories]
experienced or inexperienced
various ages
screened
active or inactive
Client goals
[all categories]
the instructor considers the following client aims when providing exercise advice
current activity status
preferences
health details
fitness results
Fitness appraisals
[all categories]
basic sub maximal appraisals of fitness capacity, which may include parameters such as
cardiovascular response
heart rate, such as tri-level aerobic response
blood pressure
range of movement
strength
anthropometric, such as
girth measurements
skin folds
Fitness level
[all categories]
physical fitness
motivation
psychological
emotional
Fitness screening
[all categories]
initial screening should determine whether the client
has a medical condition
has an injury
is taking prescribed medication
initial screening may consist of a
questionnaire
interview
clearance letter from a physician, allied health professional, or other medical professional
Instruction
[all categories]
instructing a client in a fitness activity, including
a simple explanation to the client
a demonstration of effective exercise technique
setting of intensity and loading
clear communication with client
reinforcement of correct technique and attitude
Medical Professionals
[all categories]
general practice doctors
medical specialists
Principles of exercise program design
[all categories]
FITT formula
frequency
intensity
time
type
program phases
preparation phase
conditioning phase
recovery phase
adaptation phase
program types
sets and reps
circuit
single set to failure
split routines
matrix
Program
[all categories]
a listing of exercise for a specific client or client group, to include
motivational strategies for a client
realistic goals
a program structure, such as preparation phase, conditioning phase, recovery phase, and adaptation phase
specific exercises
expected outcomes
a professional presentation
exercises for a specific fitness session matched to an exercise plan, incorporating components of fitness such as
aerobic fitness
body fat reduction
cardiovascular endurance
stretching
range of movements
flexibility
strength
power, activity or sports specific
muscle endurance
muscle hypertrophy

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
develop and deliver a program specific to the client need
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)
Nil
For the purpose of integrated assessment, this unit may be assessed in conjunction with the following unit(s)
Nil
Required knowledge and skills
Required knowledge
Familiarity with common fitness terminology
Required skills
Experience in the appropriate fitness activity to be programmed, including the ability to perform the programmed exercise correctly with the available equipment and experience in following a long term exercise program
Resource implications
Physical resources - assessment of this competency requires access to
a real or simulated work environment
appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace
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 programs
Human resources - assessment of this competency will require 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
3
3
1
2
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.