Application
The combat fitness leader is a member of the ADF who provides basic organic fitness training support to small groups or organisations in an operational setting. This function is performed in addition to their primary trade or employment under indirect supervision from a physical training specialist. This function is limited to the performance of tasks in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. | |
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Determine the fitness goals and current physical activity patterns or limitations of a group | 1.1 Group fitness goals are determined via liaison with group leaders and understanding of the group's specific role within the organisation 1.2 Group is screened to identify the presence of injury or any health condition which poses a risk to the member participating in a fitness program 1.3 Group is screened to identify any member of the group who requires further assessment by a health care practitioner to establish their suitability to participate in a fitness program |
2. Conduct a basic fitness appraisal | 2.1 Valid and reliable fitness appraisal method is chosen considering the group fitness goals and current perceived fitness state 2.2 Basic fitness appraisals are conducted ensuring the safety of the group 2.3 Results of the fitness appraisal are recorded and compared to the desired fitness goals of the group to inform the development of the fitness program 2.4 Results of the fitness appraisal are explained to the group including the potential impact on fitness program development 2.5 Group's health and fitness status, including recommendations from health professionals, are identified to inform the development of the fitness program |
Required Skills
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required Skills |
numeracy skills ranging from completing basic arithmetic calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division to recording numbers oral communication skills to fulfil job roles in a safe manner and as specified by the organisation problem solving skills to use available resources and prioritise workload reading and writing skills to fulfil job roles in a safe manner and as specified by the organisation work with others |
Required Knowledge |
basic exercise science basic human movement common fitness terminology documentation processes relevant to fitness appraisal introductory human anatomy and physiology principle of fitness program development organisational policies and procedures pertinent to fitness training role of other fitness training providers and support services |
Evidence Required
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit | Nil. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure consistency of performance over the Range Statements and contexts applicable to the work environment. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment | Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace. Specific resources for assessment Access is required to: appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace group able to give information regarding their fitness fitness training area with the appropriate facilities and equipment such as a gymnasium and an outdoor training area real or simulated work environment. |
Range Statement
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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. | |
Fitness goals may include | Mental Physical Social Spiritual |
Screening may include | Basic sub maximal appraisals of fitness capacity, which may include parameters such as: cardiovascular response heart rate range of movement strength |
Fitness program may include | Expected outcomes Program structure such as preparation phase, conditioning phase, recovery phase and adaptation phase Realistic goals Specific exercises |
Health care practitioner may include | Chiropractor Dietitian Exercise physiologist Massage therapist Medical practitioner Occupational therapist Osteopath Physiotherapist Podiatrist Sports physician Therapeutic recreation worker |
Sectors
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills. | |
Pre-requisite Unit/s | Nil |
Licensing Information
Not applicable.