Required skills

communication skills including use of common terms when providing instructions clients during fitness activities

literacy skills to

source read comprehend and apply relevant exercise science principles to exercise plans

problemsolving skills to determine modifications due to adaptations of the body to exercise

Required knowledge

basic exercise physiology

anatomy

biomechanics and its application to exercise planning

physiological responses to physical activity

adaptations of the body to exercise

environmental conditions and their relationship to exercise planning

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 following is essential

monitor the physiological responses of the body to exercise

explain the adaptations the body makes to exercise

conduct aerobic function assessments

monitor the temperature regulation of the body during exercise

Context of and specific resources 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

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

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of healthy eating guidelines

portfolio demonstrating evidence of accurate body composition appraisals

thirdparty reports from supervisors detailing work performance

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended

Guidance information for assessment

Basic mechanical concepts may include:

Cardiovascular system may include:

Concepts and principles of mechanics may include:

Directional terms may include:

Energy systems may include:

Environmental conditions may include:

Fitness equipment may include:

Forces may include:

Functional appraisals may include:

Measurement methods may include:

Metabolic products may include:

Muscle groups may include:

Physiological responses may include:

Physiological adaptations may include:

Processes may include:

Range of motion may include:

Skeletal anatomy may include:

Skeletal muscle contraction may include:

Structure and function of muscles may include:

Weight bearing may include: