ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide.

1. Assist in planning for tennis activities.

1.1. Determine individual roles, tasks and responsibilities with the activity leader.

1.2. Confirm activity plan and objectives with leader.

1.3. Confirm the basic tennis skills to be developed.

1.4. Assess conditions and equipment for safety and suitability according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

1.5. Brief the group on safety issues and activity-specific participation requirements and techniques prior to commencement.

2. Assist in conducting tennis activities.

2.1. Conduct warm-up and introductory activities.

2.2. Assist in implementing game-based tennis activities for beginner players according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

2.3. Apply a range of teaching and coaching techniques to impart the basic tennis skills being developed.

2.4. Monitor participant's performance and maintain effective communication during activities.

2.5. Review and adapt teaching and coaching styles in response to feedback.

2.6. Allow time for cooling down at the end of the session.

3. Participate in activity debriefing.

3.1. Evaluate personal role within the activity, based on feedback from participants, activity leader and personal reflection.

3.2. Review own performance and identify potential improvements.

Required skills

communication skills to:

confirm roles and responsibilities with activity leader

interact with participants and activity leader

convey information about activities

planning and organising skills to:

assist in planning for tennis activities

assess conditions and equipment for safety and suitability

self-management skills to:

recognise and act within boundaries of roles and responsibilities

evaluate and reflect on personal performance

teamwork skills to carry out allocated tasks

literacy skills to interpret and seek clarification on activity plans and objectives.

Required knowledge

legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe conduct of all activities

location-specific information to assist in the planning process and enable management of potential risks applying to the location

equipment used to teach and develop the basic skills of tennis

teaching and coaching techniques applicable to a range of ages and physical and learning abilities

basic skills of tennis to promote progressive skill acquisition in individuals and groups

game-based activities to teach and develop the basic skills of tennis.

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:

assists in planning processes required for tennis activities and identifies individual roles, responsibilities and activity objectives in consultation with activity leader

interacts effectively with beginner level participants and communicates information about safety aspects

uses a variety teaching and coaching techniques to cater for a range of individual learning styles and monitors participant's performance throughout game-based tennis activities

contributes to the evaluation of tennis activities and reflects on own performance to identify areas that need improvement.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure assisting in the conduct of multiple tennis activities for beginner players that are of sufficient duration and breadth to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.

Assessment must also include access to:

groups of participants to take part in beginner level tennis activities

a tennis venue with courts suitable for the conduct of tennis activities

equipment for tennis activities.

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 participation in planning, conducting and debriefing processes under the guidance of an activity leader

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of the application of legislation and organisational policies and procedures required to maintain participant safety

third-party reports from a supervisor or leader detailing performance.

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

SISSCGP201A Apply legal and ethical coaching practices.

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 candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Activity plan may include:

objectives

location

equipment and resources

time

activities.

Objectives may include:

self-improvement

fitness targets

progressive skill acquisition.

Basic tennis skills may include:

serving

forehand and backhand techniques

rallying

ball and racquet control.

Relevant legislation may include:

occupational health and safety

working with children

equal opportunity

privacy

environmental regulations.

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

occupational health and safety

time and budget constraints

risk management

communication protocols

supervision requirements

first aid procedures

code of ethics.

Game-based tennis activities may include:

warm-up games

game-specific activities

hand-eye coordination drills

footwork activities

decision making games.

Beginner players may include:

those demonstrating basic coordination and skill development

non-competition players.

Teaching and coaching techniques may include:

demonstration

explanation

whole and part approaches

repetition and practice of skills.