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Department of Education and TrainingWestern Australia

RPL Assessment Tool Kit

SRF30206

Certificate III in Fitness

First Published 2009

ISBN 978-1-74205-325-7

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SRF30206 Certificate III in FitnessRPL Assessment Tool Kit

ContentsUnits of competency covered by this Assessment Tool..................................................5

Information for RPL Assessors........................................................................................6

Self-Assessment Checklist – Skills Set 1................................................................9

Self-Assessment Checklist – Skills Set 2..............................................................11



Interview Question Bank and Recording Documents – Skills Set 1.....................17




Demonstration Observation/Practical – Skills Set 1.............................................29


Demonstration Observation/Practical – Skills Set 3..............................................37


Third Party Evidence Report – Skills Set 1...........................................................41




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Units of competency covered by this Assessment ToolUnit Code Unit Title Core Elective

SRFFIT001B Provide orientation to clients prior to undertaking a fitness program

SRFFIT003B Undertake client induction and screening

SRXGCSO04A Meet client needs and expectations

SRFFIT004B Develop basic fitness programs

SRFGYM001B Instruct fitness activity skills to a client using fitness equipment

SRFFIT006B Use and maintain core fitness industry equipment

SRFGYM002B Customise gym instructional skills to include specific areas of expertise current in the fitness industry

SRFFIT014A Provide advice to clients on the application of basic anatomy and physiology to fitness programs

SRFFIT005B Apply basic exercise science to exercise instruction

SRXOHS001B Follow defined OHS policies and procedures

SRXRIK001A Undertake risk analysis of activities

SRXINU002A Apply sport and recreation law

BSBFLM303A Contribute to effective workplace relationships

SRXGCST03A Process client complaints

BSBCMN302A Organise personal work priorities and development

ICAITU006C Operate computing packages

SRFSPP002A Develop and apply an awareness of specific populations to exercise delivery

SRXGRO003A Provide leadership to groups

SRFFIT015A Provide nutrition advice to clients in accordance with recommended guidelines



Information for RPL AssessorsThis document contains the self-assessment tools that cover the four tasks performed in the fitness industry as a gym instructor. They support and reflect the tasks undertaken in the workplace and are presented as skills sets.

Skills Set 1 – Client induction and screening for exerciseSRFFIT001B Provide orientation to clients prior to undertaking a fitness program



Skills Set 2 – Exercise instruction for clients – Programming and demonstrationSRFFIT004B Develop basic fitness programs






Skills Set 3 – Client and customer service skills and knowledgeSRXOHS001B Follow defined OHS policies and procedures









Skills Set 4 – Adaptations for client populationsSRFSPP002A Develop and apply an awareness of specific populations to exercise delivery


SRFFIT015A Provide nutritional advice to clients in accordance with recommended guidelines

The Assessment Tools contained in this document include:

1. Self-Assessment Checklists

2. Interview Questions and Recording Documents

3. Workplace/Simulated Workplace Assessment Reporting and Recording Documents

4. Third Party Evidence Reports.



Self-Assessment Checklist – Skills Set 1Client induction and screening for exerciseThis section relates to your knowledge and skills when performing pre-exercise health screens and client inductions.

Questions relating to Skills Set 1 Yes No What evidence can you provide?Q1 Can you perform an induction (tour) of a fitness facility? q qQ2 Can you deliver a pre-exercise health screen to a client and explain its

purpose? q qQ3 Can you demonstrate rapport-building techniques, show professionalism and

investigative skills during the screening? q qQ4 Can you establish and identify client needs and expectations? q qQ5 Can you conduct a range of fitness assessment techniques, including but not

limited to: BP body composition (girth/skin folds) submaximal CV assessments ROM assessments.

q q

Q6 Can you interpret the results of the above assessments for the client? q qQ7 Can you advise a client of the most appropriate facilities and services relevant

to their fitness goals and current level of fitness? q qQ8 Can you show evidence of being able to motivate and encourage a client to

adhere to an exercise program?eg a success story or positive result in a re-assessment process

q q

Is there anything else you have achieved/delivered or are qualified in, which has not been identified here? If so, please provide details.

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Self-Assessment Checklist – Skills Set 2Exercise instruction for clients – Programming and demonstrationThis section relates to your knowledge and skills when designing and delivering exercise programs to clients in the fitness industry.

Questions relating to Skills Set 2 Yes No What evidence can you provide?

Q1 Needs analysisCan you give examples of the methods you have used to obtain a client’s fitness level?

Can you identify factors that could affect a client’s ability to perform in an exercise program?

q q

Q2 Can you address the FITT principle when prescribing exercises specific to various components of fitness? q q

Q3 Can you design a program that would create a balanced fitness profile or meet specific client needs? q q

Q4 Goal setting and motivationCan you give examples of methods/strategies you have used to maximise your client’s adherence to their exercise program?

q q

Q5 Programming principlesDo you possess an understanding of the basic principles you should adhere to when designing a basic fitness program?

q q

Q6 Can you explain how you would adhere to OHS requirements when instructing a client in a new exercise? q q

Q7 Exercise instructionCan you give examples of how you implement appropriate spotting techniques during the execution of standard fitness exercises?

q q




Q8 Can you explain how you can/would supervise fitness activities in a manner that makes the client feel at ease, safe and motivated? q q

Q9 Review and adapt a client’s exercise programExplain the strategies you would use to review and adapt a client’s exercise program to ensure progress.

q q

Q10 MisconceptionsCan you inform clients of the common misconceptions in resistance training programs and in other exercise programs?

q q

Q11 Application of anatomy and physiologyDo you possess a clear understanding of joint movements and movement terminology?

q q

Q12 Can you identify muscle groups and explain the actions these muscles have on the joints? q q

Q13 Can you identify specific resistance exercises and explain the actions of the muscles and joints that would be used during these exercises? q q

Q14 Can you explain to a client the physiological adaptations that are anticipated in response to various specific resistance training programs? q q


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Self-Assessment Checklist – Skills Set 3Client and customer service skills and knowledgeThis section relates to your knowledge and skills when interacting with colleagues and clients in the fitness industry.


Q1 Can you identify the OHS policies and procedures required by law for fitness centres? q q

Q2 Can you provide an OHS safety/risk management checklist for a fitness centre you work in? q q

Q3 Can you identify methods of controlling and reporting hazards in a fitness workplace? q q

Q4 Have you performed any computer-generated tasks at a fitness centre which relate to customer services or workplace relations? q q

Q5 Can you provide information regarding the roles and responsibilities of a gym instructor including reception duties undertaken at a fitness centre? q q

Q6 Can you describe methods of effective communication and interaction with workplace colleagues and clients? q q

Q7 Can you demonstrate your ability to establish and maintain effective personal and work management procedures? q q

Q8 Can you provide information on effective strategies to deal with fitness centre client complaints? q q

Q9 Do you know of, and understand, the laws regarding liability, codes of practice, anti-discrimination and membership contracts which apply to the fitness industry?

q q

Q10 Can you state which sources are available for you to enhance your workplace skills? q q




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Self-Assessment Checklist – Skills Set 4Adaptations for client populationsThis section relates to your knowledge and skills needed for design and delivery of exercise to special populations in the fitness industry.

Questions relating to Skills Set 4 Yes No What evidence can you provide?Q1 Can you identify special population clients in the fitness industry? q qQ2 Can you identify the modifications you would make to a fitness induction and

appraisal to accommodate a client with a disease, injury or medical condition? q qQ3 Can you describe the possible modifications of exercises that may be

included in the program design for a client with a disease, injury or medical condition?

q q

Q4 Can you state the duty of care principles and OHS procedures that should be in place when providing exercise for special population clients? q q

Q5 Are you able to identify any risks associated with a range of activities and equipment that may exacerbate the condition of a special population client? q q

Q6 Can you explain the process of referral to an allied health professional, after identifying a client with a disease, injury or medical condition? q q

Q7 Can you modify exercise delivery for a special population client after referral from an allied health professional? q q

Q8 Can you describe the recommended guidelines for healthy eating and provide advice about dietary recommendations for a client managing body composition?

q q

Q9 Can you describe the methods used to motivate a client to achieve positive outcomes when managing body composition? q q

Q10 Have you led exercise activities for two different special population groups? q qQ11 Can you describe the styles of leadership required to motivate, encourage

and achieve goals when leading two different special population groups? q q




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Interview Question Bank and Recording Documents – Skills Set 1Client induction and screening for exerciseNote to the AssessorIt is not mandatory for you to ask the candidate all the questions in this question bank. The candidate may have provided sufficient information to demonstrate competence based on their self-assessment and documentary evidence. You will need to use your professional judgement as to which questions you focus on at this stage of the assessment. You may choose to discuss a work task topic rather than ask a series of direct questions.

Record of interview

Candidate’s name

Assessor’s name

How/where interview was conducted

Interview only qAt an RTO’s premises q Name: _______________________________

Demonstration/theory assessment qIn the workplace q Name: _______________________________



Interview Question Bank and Recording Documents – Skills Set 1Client induction and screening for exerciseWhen working in the fitness industry with clients and equipment, can the candidate satisfactorily demonstrate and answer the following?

Yes No

1. Demonstrate how you would perform an induction to the facility. q q2. Discuss how you would conduct a basic health screen interview (medical, lifestyle, exercise

history). q q

3. Describe the methods you use to build client rapport and to investigate responses. q q4. Describe how you would provide referrals when necessary. q q5. Discuss how you would establish and identify client needs/expectations. q q6. Describe how you would perform fitness testing, eg BP, BMI, submaximal assessments. q q7. State how you would interpret the results of the fitness tests. q q8. Describe how you would provide recommendations to the client. q q9. Discuss how you would motivate and encourage a client to adhere to an exercise program,

eg discuss a success story or show positive appraisal results. q qDid the candidate demonstrate/supply evidence of sufficient skills and experience in: providing orientation to clients prior to undertaking a fitness program?

q q undertaking client induction and screening? q q meeting client needs and expectations? q q

Interview Question Bank and Recording Documents – Skills Set 2Exercise instruction for clients – Programming and demonstration



Note to the AssessorIt is not mandatory for you to ask the candidate all the questions in this question bank. The candidate may have provided sufficient information to demonstrate competence based on their self-assessment and documentary evidence. You will need to use your professional judgement as to which questions you focus on at this stage of the assessment. You may choose to discuss a work task topic rather than ask a series of direct questions.

Record of interview

Candidate’s name

Assessor’s name






Interview Question Bank and Recording Documents – Skills Set 2Exercise instruction for clients – Programming and demonstration

When working in the fitness industry with clients and equipment, can the candidate satisfactorily demonstrate and answer the following?

Yes No

1. Give examples of the methods you have used to obtain a client’s fitness level? Can you identify factors that could affect a client’s ability to perform in an exercise program? q q

2. Discuss how you would address the FITT principle when you are prescribing exercises specific to various components of fitness. q q

3. Describe how you would design a program that would create a balanced fitness profile or meet specific client needs. q q

4. Give examples of the methods/strategies you have used to maximise your client’s adherence to their exercise program. q q

5. Describe your understanding of the basic principles you should adhere to when you are designing a basic fitness program. q q

6. Discuss how you would adhere to OHS requirements when you are instructing a new exercise to a client. q q

7. Give examples of how you implement appropriate spotting techniques during the execution of standard fitness exercises. q q

8. Discuss how you would supervise fitness activities in a manner that makes the client feel at ease, safe and motivated. q q

9. Describe the strategies you would use to review and adapt the client’s exercise program to ensure progress. q q

10. Discuss how you would inform clients of the common misconceptions in resistance training programs and other exercise programs. q q




Yes No

11. Discuss your understanding of joint movements and movement terminology. q q12. Discuss your understanding of muscle groups and explain the actions these muscles have

on the joints. q q

13. Describe some specific resistance exercises and explain the actions of the muscles and joints that would be used during these exercises. q q

14. Discuss how you would explain to a client the physiological adaptations anticipated in response to specific resistance training programs. q q

Did the candidate demonstrate/supply evidence of sufficient skills and experience in:

developing basic fitness programs?q q

instructing fitness activity skills to a client using fitness equipment? q q using and maintaining core fitness industry equipment? q q customising gym instructional skills to include specific areas of expertise current in the

fitness industry? q q

providing advice to clients on the application of basic anatomy and physiology to fitness programs? q q

applying basic exercise science to exercise instruction? q q



Interview Question Bank and Recording Documents – Skills Set 3Client customer service skills and knowledgeNote to the AssessorIt is not mandatory for you to ask the candidate all the questions in this question bank. The candidate may have provided sufficient information to demonstrate competence based on their self-assessment and documentary evidence. You will need to use your professional judgement as to which questions you focus on at this stage of the assessment. You may choose to discuss a work task topic rather than ask a series of direct questions.

Record of interview

Candidate’s name

Assessor’s name






Interview Question Bank and Recording Documents – Skills Set 3Client and customer service skills and knowledge


Yes No

1. State how you would respond to complaints using organisational procedures, referrals and correct documentation. q q

2. Discuss methods of dealing with difficulties for a successful outcome. q q

3. Describe methods for organising your own work schedule. q q

4. Describe how your work performance is regularly monitored. q q

5. Describe how you maintain your professional competency. q q6. Discuss ways in which you establish and maintain effective workplace networks and

relationships. q q

7. Describe the organisation’s social, ethical and business standards and how they are used to maintain positive relationships, and develop trust and confidence among staff. q q

8. State the OHS procedures and processes of your organisation and how they are managed. q q9. Describe your understanding and application of the laws related to the sport and recreation

industry. q q

10. Discuss your ability to access, manipulate and retrieve data, using computer software and appropriate equipment. q q




Yes No

Did the candidate demonstrate/supply evidence of sufficient skills and experience in:

client/customer service and complaints?q q

OHS and sport and recreation industry laws and their applications? q q computer skills and applications? q q personal and professional competency? q q



Interview Question Bank and Recording Documents – Skills Set 4Client customer service skills and knowledgeNote to the AssessorIt is not mandatory for you to ask the candidate all the questions in this question bank. The candidate may have provided sufficient information to demonstrate competence based on their self-assessment and documentary evidence. You will need to use your professional judgement as to which questions you focus on at this stage of the assessment. You may choose to discuss a work task topic rather than ask a series of direct questions.

Record of interview

Candidate’s name

Assessor’s name






Interview Question Bank and Recording Documents – Skills Set 4Adaptations for client populationsWhen working in the fitness industry with clients and equipment, can the candidate satisfactorily demonstrate and answer the following?

Yes No

1. Discuss the types of fitness clients who would be identified as a special population. q q2. Describe how you would induct and screen a client with a disease, injury or medical

condition. q q3. Discuss how you would design suitable exercises for a special population client to achieve

their specific goals. q q4. State the duty of care, leadership and motivational skills required to provide exercise for a

special population client. q q5. State the allied health professionals you would need to liaise with – after screening a special

population client – to ensure safe and appropriate exercise is prescribed to achieve goals. q q6. Describe the skills and knowledge required and used to lead two different special population

groups in the fitness industry. q q7. Discuss the methods you use to help a client manage their body composition, using

nutritional advice, prescribed exercise and motivation to achieve their goals. q qDid the candidate demonstrate/supply evidence of sufficient skills and experience in: screening and conducting exercise programs for special population clients?

q q providing appropriate advice on nutrition and safe exercise choices to special population

clients? q q adapting exercises to achieve specific fitness goals? q q liaising with allied health professionals to support successful fitness outcomes? q q



Demonstration Observation/Practical – Skills Set 1Client induction and screening for exercise

Candidate’s name

Assessor’s name

Work activity

Unit(s) of competencySRFFIT001B Provide orientation to clients prior to undertaking a fitness program



Workplace/simulated workplace

During the demonstration or observation of skills, did the candidate: Satisfactory Unsatisfactory Feedback to candidate

competently conduct a pre-exercise screening questionnaire? q q conduct a range of fitness assessments. including but not limited to:

o blood pressure (BP)?

o body composition (girth/skin folds)?

o submaximal CV assessments?

o ROM assessments?

q q

record and interpret results? q q



Comments/observations

Assessor’s signature

Candidate’s signature

Date of assessment



Demonstration Observation/Practical – Skills Set 2Exercise instruction for clients – Programming and demonstrationFitness equipment instruction

Candidate’s name

Assessor’s name

Work activity

Unit(s) of competency







name the exercise and the muscles working? q q silently demonstrate the exercise before giving the following teaching points?

o exercise set-up?

o correct grip on bar?

o feet alignment?

o posture?

o lifting technique?

o breathing technique?

q q




demonstrate the exercise and give step-by-step teaching points?

o exercise set-up?


o feet alignment?

o posture?



q q

allow the participant the opportunity to try the exercise? q q instruct and offer feedback while the participant was exercising?

o exercise set-up?


o feet alignment?

o posture?



q q






Date of assessment



Demonstration Observation/Practical – Skills Set 2Exercise instruction for clients – Programming and demonstrationDevelop a basic fitness program

Candidate’s name

Assessor’s name

Work activity


SRFFIT004B Develop basic fitness programs





provide exercises specific to the client’s preference and goals? q q prescribe exercises in an appropriate order? q q ensure intensity calculations were correct? q q set a frequency of exercise appropriate to the style of program and client’s preferences

and goals? q q

design a program with a realistic duration and within client’s time constraints? q qComments/observations





Date of assessment



Demonstration Observation/Practical – Skills Set 3Client and customer service skills and knowledge

Candidate’s name

Assessor’s name

Work activity


SRXOHS001B Follow defined OHS policies and procedures









use professional organisational language to greet clients and establish their needs? q q maintain positive, professional presentation when responding to client complaints? q q follow organisational procedures, including documentation procedures when referring

client complaints? q q participate in conversation/discussion with workplace colleagues to identify opportunities

for improvement? q qDuring the demonstration or observation of skills, did the candidate: Satisfactory Unsatisfactory Feedback to candidate



follow the organisation’s OHS and risk analysis procedures at reception and in gym areas? q q

use the organisation’s technology to assist client services, as well as their own work performance? q q




Date of assessment



Demonstration Observation/Practical – Skills Set 4Adaptations for client populations

Candidate’s name

Assessor’s name

Work activity

Unit(s) of competencySRFSPP002A Develop and apply an awareness of specific populations to exercise delivery





use professional and appropriate communication to greet clients and establish their needs? q q

follow organisational procedures, including duty of care, when screening clients for exercise programs? q q

demonstrate safe and modified exercises to suit client needs and goals? q q show leadership and communication skills to encourage participation in, and adherence

to, exercises? q q discuss and evaluate each completed session with clients to determine satisfaction or

modification for future sessions? q q offer nutritional advice regarding the importance of proper nutrition for clients to reach

their goals in conjunction with their body composition management? q qComments/observations





Date of assessment

You may offer the candidate the opportunity of demonstrating, using a client, working on body composition management and observe the extra observation listed above.



Third Party Evidence Report – Skills Set 1Client induction and screening for exerciseNote for AssessorA sample format is provided below on some skills areas, eg communication and team skills. Third party evidence relating to other competencies should follow a similar format.

Candidate’s name

Third party evidence provided by

Relationship to candidate

Unit(s) of competency SRFFIT001B Provide orientation to clients prior to undertaking a fitness program



Evidence collected Interview at the workplace qInterview on the telephone q

Interview conducted by

InstructionsAs part of the assessment for the unit(s) of competency listed above, evidence is sought to support a judgement about the candidate’s competence. A letter of support from the organisation validating a range of tasks that the candidate has successfully completed would be useful in identifying competency.

Does the candidate consistently: Yes No

perform client pre-exercise screens or questionnaires? q q build good client rapport? q q produce a friendly and professional presentation in the

workplace? q q

work effectively with a wide range of clientele? q q show the ability to establish and recommend realistic client

goals? q q

demonstrate effective motivational techniques with a wide variety of clients? q q

Comments



Supervisor’s signature

Date

Assessor’s signature Date



Third Party Evidence Report – Skills Set 2Exercise instruction for clients – Programming and demonstrationNote for AssessorA sample format is provided below on some skills areas, eg communication and team skills. Third party evidence relating to other competencies should follow a similar format.

Candidate’s name



Unit(s) of competency SRFFIT004B Develop basic fitness programs










demonstrate effectiveness in developing basic fitness programs? q q

instruct fitness activities to clients in a professional manner? q q correctly use and maintain core fitness industry equipment? q q customise instructional skills to show expertise in a range of

exercise methods? q q

apply basic exercise science to programs? q q




provide advice to clients about anatomy, physiology and exercise? q q

Comments


Date




Third Party Evidence Report – Skills Set 3Client and customer service skills and knowledgeNote for AssessorA sample format is provided below on some skills areas, eg communication and team skills. Third party evidence relating to other competencies should follow a similar format.

Candidate’s name



Unit(s) of competency SRXOHS001B Follow defined OHS policies and procedures











follow defined OHS policies and procedures in the workplace? q q undertake regular risk analyses of the workplace environment? q q demonstrate understanding and application of the relevant laws

applicable to the workplace? q q

work effectively with colleagues to achieve goals? q q show ability to effectively process client complaints? q q organise own work priorities and professional development? q q




demonstrate relevant computer skills and applications? q qComments


Date




Third Party Evidence Report – Skills Set 4Adaptations for client populationsNote for AssessorA sample format is provided below on some skills areas, eg communication and team skills. Third party evidence relating to other competencies should follow a similar format.

Candidate’s name



Unit(s) of competency SRFSPP002A Develop and apply an awareness of specific populations to exercise delivery







demonstrate understanding of special populations and their exercise delivery? q q

demonstrate appropriate leadership skills? q q demonstrate appropriate program modifications for special

populations? q q

demonstrate awareness of a range of instructional styles to suit special populations? q q

show skills in advising clients about nutrition and body composition management? q q

provide advice to special population clients about the benefits of good nutrition and exercise? q q



Comments


Date

