SISSEQS001 — Coach individual participants in the introduction of equestrian activities

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66 assessable components: 6 elements (28 performance criteria), 1 performance evidence and 28 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 9 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Plan introductory equestrian sessions for individual participants.

1.1Gather and review introductory equestrian participant information to assess individual participant readiness.
1.2Set introductory equestrian session objectives to meet individual participant readiness.
1.3Determine session content to address introductory equestrian session objectives.
1.4Select coaching approaches to meet introductory equestrian session objectives.
1.5Develop and document introductory equestrian session plans for individual participants.

2 Prepare introductory equestrian sessions for individual participants.

2.1Prepare facilities, equipment and resources to meet introductory equestrian session plan requirements.
2.2Select and set up equipment and confirm readiness for safe use by individual participants and horse.
2.3Identify hazards, assess risks and implement risk control strategies to minimise risk to individual participants and horse safety.
2.4Warm up horse on the lunge.

3 Conduct introductory equestrian sessions for individual participants.

3.1Communicate and confirm individual participant understanding of introductory equestrian session activity instructions and safe participation requirements.
3.2Assess participant on the lunge prior to session activities to confirm ability.
3.3Modify lesson plan according to lunge assessment.
3.4Present, sequence and pace introductory equestrian session activities to meet introductory equestrian session plans.
3.5Select and use communication styles to achieve introductory equestrian session objectives.
3.6Observe individual participant practice to assess participant ability to perform activities.
3.7Modify introductory equestrian session activities as required to meet individual participant needs and environmental conditions.
3.8Monitor introductory equestrian sessions to identify and address risks to individual participant safety.
3.9Respond to and report first aid incidents according to organisational policies and procedures.
3.10Analyse participant performance and provide feedback to participants to improve skills.

4 Promote good behaviour.

4.1Communicate and model equestrian participation behaviour standards.
4.2Identify causes of and implement strategies to address participant poor behaviour.
4.3Use behaviour management strategies to address participant poor behaviour in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.

5 Review introductory equestrian sessions for individual participants.

5.1Monitor achievement of introductory equestrian session objectives against introductory equestrian session plan.
5.2Conduct end of introductory equestrian session review to evaluate introductory equestrian session plan and inform future introductory equestrian session planning processes.

6 Reflect on coaching practice.

6.1Seek feedback from others to identify areas to improve own introductory equestrian coaching practice of individual participants.
6.2Reflect on own introductory equestrian coaching practice of individual participants to identify areas for improvement.
6.3Analyse findings and incorporate learnings in future introductory equestrian sessions with individual participants.
6.4Seek opportunities to address identified professional development needs.

Performance evidence

plan, conduct and review introductory equestrian sessions for individual participants on three occasions for a duration of at least 30 minutes each.

Knowledge evidence

organisational policies and procedures applicable to coaching individual participants in the introduction of equestrian activities
tactical fundamentals of introductory equestrian activities for individual participants
technical fundamentals of introductory equestrian activities for individual participants
analysis of movement for individual participants in introductory equestrian activities
modifying activities for individual participants in introductory equestrian activities: • regress activities • progress activities
organisational layout of introductory equestrian activities
types of introductory equestrian coaching activities: • game sense • technique-centred activities • constraints- led approach
types and safe use of introductory equestrian coaching equipment: • training aids • technology
equestrian safety procedures
types of competitions and pathways for individual participants in introductory equestrian activities
equestrian rules, regulations and policies applicable to coaching individual participants
roles and responsibilities of equestrian coaches and officials applicable to individual participants
equestrian terminology and communication systems
equestrian needs and capabilities considerations for individual participant readiness: • age • gender • development stage • heat tolerance and hydration • physical ability • skill level • social characteristics • injury and incapacity • attention span • barriers to participation
introductory equestrian session planning for individual participants: • session objectives • progression and regression activities and modified games • activities inclusive of the participant • contingency plans to accommodate environmental conditions • designing activities that require participants to think and make meaningful decisions about equestrian situations • linking sessions to develop and progress skills
introductory equestrian equipment and resources
introductory equestrian session preparation for individual participants: • allocating space and resources for sessions • safe set-up and layout • equipment selection and checking
types of introductory equestrian session risks and methods for minimising facilities, equipment, horse, resources and environmental risks
equestrian safe participation requirements for individual participants: • obeying the rules • use of protective equipment • hydration • horse handling
methods for creating a learning environment for individual participants
coaching communication techniques for individual participants: • direct instruction • demonstration • position of coach • problem solving
communication styles for individual participants: • active listening • open and closed questions • non verbal communication • giving and receiving feedback • tone and level of voice • terminology and language
methods for making introductory equestrian sessions for individual participants: • encouraging self management • matching activities to suit the readiness of participants • modifying activities to maximise repetition of motor skills • maximising participation • selecting age and ability appropriate equipment • generating participant interest and enthusiasm • setting clear boundaries • providing challenge
strategies for preventing and managing poor behaviour of individual participants: • establishing behaviour standards • common causes of poor behaviour of individual participants
methods of observation and feedback during introductory equestrian sessions with individual participants: • how, what and when to observe • timing of feedback
introductory equestrian session review processes
methods for giving verbal and non verbal feedback
methods for self reflection.

Foundation skills

Reading skills: • interpret introductory equestrian session plans • interpret documents that describe equestrian organisational policies and procedures.
Writing skills: • document introductory equestrian session plans for individual participants in required detail and format • complete incident reporting and first aid documents • record attendance.
Oral communications skills: • use age-appropriate language to engage individual participants • ask open and closed questions and actively listen to determine and meet individual participants needs • interact with individual participants in a polite and courteous manner • give introductory equestrian instructions to individual participants.
Numeracy skills: • estimate time and space requirements for introductory equestrian session activities • sequence activities • pace introductory equestrian session activities to meet introductory equestrian session plan.
Learning skills: • reflect on personal coaching approaches and communication styles as part of the review process • set and monitor introductory equestrian session objectives.
Problem-solving skills: • respond to needs of individual participants • select strategies to address individual participant poor behaviour • respond to environmental conditions.
Planning and organising skills: • deliver an effective and safe session that meets animal welfare requirements.
Self-management skills: • complete tasks within time allowed.
Technology skills: • access information and record risks.

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What does an assessment tool for SISSEQS001 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for SISSEQS001 needs to address all 66 unit components: 6 elements with 28 performance criteria, 1 performance evidence requirements, 28 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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