Unit Outline

This unit teaches students how to competently and safely plan, conduct and adapt, where necessary, health and exercise assessments based on best practice criteria. Students will also learn how to interpret the results of assessments and communicate findings to the client and, where relevant, other health professionals.

Intended Learning Outcomes

As per the Assessment and Results Policy 1.3, your results will reflect your achievement against specified learning outcomes.

On completion of this unit, you will be able to:


1.	Use common laboratory/field based health and exercise equipment accurately and safely for assessment purposes
2.	Perform common laboratory/field based health and exercise assessments under varied conditions
3.	Analyse information from common laboratory/field based health and exercise assessments with reference to relevant scientific literature
4.	Explain assessment findings to varied audiences using verbal and written communication modes

Requisites


REQUISITE TYPE	REQUISITES
Pre-requisite	CXA237

Alterations as a result of student feedback

No alterations have been made as a result of student feedback

How will I be Assessed?

For more detailed assessment information please see MyLO.

Assessment schedule


ASSESSMENT TASK #	ASSESSMENT TASK NAME	DATE DUE	WEIGHT	LINKS TO INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES
Assessment Task 1:	Client Pre-Exercise Screening & Fitness Assessment	Week 4	40 %	LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4
Assessment Task 2:	Online Theory Test	Week 7	10 %	LO1, LO2, LO3
Assessment Task 3:	Client report, rationale and referral	Week 12	40 %	LO2, LO3, LO4
Assessment Task 4:	Online Theory Test	Week 13	10 %	LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4

Assessment details

Assessment Task 1: Client Pre-Exercise Screening & Fitness Assessment

Task Description:

Client Pre-Exercise Screening (20%) & Fitness Assessment (20%) Students must conduct a pre-exercise screen on a client using the APSS guidelines, determine their goals, conduct a needs analysis and subsequently identify and deliver appropriate fitness tests for tailored client’s requirements. Students will be assessed on their communication skills, suitability of selected fitness tests and their ability to conduct the tests safely, efficiently and reliably to obtain meaningful test results. Students must attempt and pass this assessment item to pass the unit Part A – Client pre-exercise screening A Stage 1. Outside of class, perform Stage 1 of the ESSA Adult pre-exercise screening system on a peer. You should video this assessment in one continuous recording and upload to MyLO. Time limit for this video is 15 minutes. A Stage 2a. During practicals, perform Stage 2 (excluding client medical history questions) of the ESSA Adult pre-exercise screening system on a peer. This will involve performing anthropometric and blood pressure tests. You must video this assessment in one continuous recording and upload to MyLO. Time limit for this video is 15 minutes. Stage 2b During practicals, perform Stage 2b of the ESSA Adult pre-exercise screening system on a peer. This will involve performing blood bio marker assessments. You must video this assessment in one continuous recording and upload to MyLO. Time limit for this video is 10 minutes. Part B – Fitness assessment. Students will be required to correctly setup, deliver and collect results data from 2 randomly selected fitness tests performed with a peer for assessment. You will have 25 minutes to complete both tests.

Task Length:

Approximately 1.5 hours face-to-face

Due Date:

Week 4

Weight:

40 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Demonstrate professionalism in all interactions with your client.	LO1, LO2, LO4
2	Perform client screening using both stages of the APSS.	LO1, LO2
3	Demonstrate correct testing protocols (set up and conduct test) for anthropometry (height, weight, waist circumference) blood pressure and blood biomarkers tests.	LO1, LO2
4	Demonstrate comprehension of test result interpretations, test limitations, health variable/s tested and safety and other test considerations.	LO3
5	Provide succinct initial feedback to your client on the day during the screening.	LO3, LO4
6	Complete the screening tasks in a timely fashion, Stage 1: 5 minutes, Stage 2: 10 minutes each for part 2a (Stage 2 including anthropometry tests), part 2b (Stage 2 blood biomarkers only).	LO2
7	Prepare an appropriate information and consent form and data sheet.	LO2, LO4
8	Demonstrate correct testing protocols for the 2 randomly selected fitness tests.	LO1, LO2
9	240 Demonstrate comprehension of test result interpretations, test limitations, health variable/s tested and safety and other test considerations.	LO3, LO4
10	Demonstrate knowledge of exercise science principles and terminology.	LO3, LO4
11	Provide succinct initial feedback to your client during and following fitness testing	LO3, LO4
12	Consider general exercise science health and safety practices during the fitness testing session.	LO1, LO2

Assessment Task 2: Online Theory Test

Task Description:

Online Theory Test (10%).

Students must complete an online test inclusive of multiple choice and short answer questions that evaluate their knowledge of pre-exercise screening methods, contraindications for exercise, fitness qualities and their relationship to health and sport, fitness test validity and reliability as well as field and laboratory health and exercise assessment methods including their theory, setup, delivery and rationale. Content from week 1-6 will be assessed. Test will be completed via MyLO. Students who fail the test, will be able to have a second attempt.
Students must attempt and pass this assessment item to pass the unit.

Task Length:

20 minutes

Due Date:

Week 7

Weight:

10 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Interpret information about exercise related measurements and tests.	LO3
2	Determine client risk factors.	LO3
3	Apply knowledge of common laboratory and field-based exercise assessments.	LO1, LO2

Assessment Task 3: Client report, rationale and referral

Task Description:

Client report, rationale and referral.

Students will prepare a written report for their client summarising and explaining the fitness test results. They will also provide recommendations and a rationale for three additional fitness tests using needs analysis principles based on their client’s current situation and goals. A referral letter to a relevant health professional (eg. Physiotherapist, S&C coach, dietitian) who can assist the client to achieve their goals.
Students must attempt and pass this assessment item to pass the unit.

Task Length:

3000 words

Due Date:

Week 12

Weight:

40 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Communicate exercise, health and sport assessment results to a client in an appropriate and easy to interpret report.	LO4
2	Select appropriate fitness tests for the needs of an individual client.	LO2, LO3
3	Provide a rationale for the selected fitness tests and interpret how test results can be used by an exercise professional.	LO3, LO4
4	Prepare a referral letter to an appropriate health professional relevant to the needs of an individual client.	LO3, LO4
5	Present an organised report that meets expected standards for grammar, spelling and visual appeal.	LO4

Assessment Task 4: Online Theory Test

Task Description:

Online Theory Test (10%)
Students must complete an online test inclusive of multiple choice and short answer questions that evaluate their knowledge of exercise assessment methods including their theory, setup, delivery, rationale, reporting and referral requirements. Additional topics such as client communication, needs analysis, assessing special populations and self-care within the exercise and sport science industry will also be examined. Content from week 8-13 will be assessed. Test will be completed via MyLO. Students who fail the test, will be able to have a second attempt.
Students must attempt and pass this assessment item to pass the unit.

Task Length:

20 minutes

Due Date:

Week 13

Weight:

10 %

How your final result is determined

To pass this unit, you need to demonstrate your attainment of each of the Intended Learning Outcomes, achieve a final unit grade of 50% or greater, and pass any hurdle tasks.

Submission of assignments

Where practicable, assignments should be submitted to an assignment submission folder in MYLO. You must submit assignments by the due date or receive a penalty (unless an extension of time has been approved by the Unit Coordinator). Students submitting any assignment in hard copy, or because of a practicum finalisation, must attach a student cover sheet and signed declaration for the submission to be accepted for marking.

Academic integrity

Academic integrity is about acting responsibly, honestly, ethically, and collegially when using, producing, and communicating information with other students and staff members.

In written work, you must correctly reference the work of others to maintain academic integrity. To find out the referencing style for this unit, see the assessment information in the MyLO site, or contact your teaching staff. For more detail about Academic Integrity, see Important Guidelines & Support.

Requests for extensions

If you are unable to submit an assessment task by the due date, you should apply for an extension.

A request for an extension should first be discussed with your Unit Coordinator or teaching support team where possible. A request for an extension must be submitted by the assessment due date, except where you can provide evidence it was not possible to do so. Typically, an application for an extension will be supported by documentary evidence: however, where it is not possible for you to provide evidence please contact your Unit Coordinator.

The Unit Coordinator must notify you of the outcome of an extension request within 3 working days of receiving the request.

Late penalties

Assignments submitted after the deadline will receive a late penalty of 5% of the original available mark for each calendar day (or part day) that the assignment is late. Late submissions will not be accepted more than 10 calendar days after the due date, or after assignments have been returned to other students on a scheduled date, whichever occurs first. Further information on Late Penalties can be found on the Assessments and Results Procedure.

Review of results and appeals

You are entitled to ask for a review of the marking and grading of your assessment task if there is an irregularity in the marking standards or an error in the process for determining the outcome of an assessment. Details on how to request a review of a mark for an assignment are outlined in the Review and Appeal of Academic Decisions Procedure.