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<p>This unit provides students with an opportunity to engage in the field of exercise and sports science and understand the broad scope of practice within the industry. This unit has an emphasis on the exploration and development of career pathways, and the development of skills and experiences for future employment. A focus of this unit is the integration and application of the exercise and sports science curriculum within a work context.</p>
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<p>•Introduction to scaffolded work integrated learning.</p>
<p>•Constructing job application, including letter of application, CV and KSC.</p>
<p>•Interview preparation and participation.</p>
<p>•Introduction to indigenous and cultural awareness training.</p>
<p>•Completing workplace learning hours within the exercise and sports science industry.</p>
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Unit description
<p>This unit provides students with an opportunity to engage in the field of exercise and sports science and understand the broad scope of practice within the industry. This unit has an emphasis on the exploration and development of career pathways, and the development of skills and experiences for future employment. A focus of this unit is the integration and application of the exercise and sports science curriculum within a work context.</p>
Unit content
<p>•Introduction to scaffolded work integrated learning.</p> <p>•Constructing job application, including letter of application, CV and KSC.</p> <p>•Interview preparation and participation.</p> <p>•Introduction to indigenous and cultural awareness training.</p> <p>•Completing workplace learning hours within the exercise and sports science industry.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Health and Wellbeing
Discipline:
Exercise & Sport Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/exsel3001">069903 - Human Movement</a>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
Yes
Placement hours:
150
Requisites
Prerequisite
<p>must have completed <a href="/ords/r/dev/fed_occ/course?p6_code=EXSEL2001" target="_blank">EXSEL2001</a></p>
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
<p>must not have completed <a href="/ords/r/dev/fed_occ/course?p6_code=HMPRC3170" target="_blank">HMPRC3170</a></p>
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
Learning Outcomes
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K1
<p>Critically evaluate industry related practices and expectations to facilitate career development pathways.</p>
K2
<p>Understand the appropriate skills and competencies of the job application process in the Exercise and Sport Science industry.</p>
K3
<p>Develop knowledge of professional ethics, equity and intercultural competencies in the industry.</p>
K4
<p>Understand different forms of verbal and non-verbal communication strategies and know what situations / environments to use different strategies.</p>
S1
<p>Select and apply contextually appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication strategies in a timely and respectful manner to engage effectively with clients, service users, colleagues, and relevant others.</p>
S2
<p>Develop reflective practices through critically evaluating service delivery and outcomes of own experiences.</p>
S3
<p>Design a professional job application suitable for the industry and participate in the interview process.</p>
A1
<p>Adhere to appropriate ethical standards and expectations in alignment with professional norms.</p>
A2
<p>Display professional conduct, decision-making, communication, and person-centred care that is consistent with the ESSA Code of Professional Conduct and Ethical Practice.</p>
A3
<p>Participate in the full interview process, including job application submission and interview.</p>
A4
<p>Apply theoretical, organisational and ethical knowledge from the exercise and sports science curriculum into the industry.</p>
Assessment
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Learning outcomes assessed
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<p>Attendance and active participation in practical sessions to complete formative assessments of skills, including attendance at career planning meeting.</p>
<p>90% attendance required to satisfy ongoing formative assessments.</p>
<p>S/U</p>
K1, K2, K3, K4, S1, S2, S3, A1, A2
2
<p>Submission of placement contracts and all tasks associated with completion of work integrated learning hours, including InPlace requirements.</p>
<p>Completion of placement contract/s and logbooks and InPlace requirements.</p>
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K4, S2, A1, A4
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<p>Design and submit a professional job application, including cover letter, CV and KSC related to a possible career path in the exercise and sports science industry.</p>
<p>Written Report</p>
<p>30-50%</p>
K2, S1, S3, A3
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<p>Participate in a mock interview, based on the submitted job application.</p>
<p>Practice interview</p>
<p>20-40%</p>
K2, K4, S1, A2, A3
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<p>Reflective report based on work integrated learning experience, employability skills and future career requirements.</p>
<p>Self-Reflection Written Report</p>
<p>20-40%</p>
K1, K3, S2
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<p>Supervisor evaluation from external WIL.</p>
<p>Supervisor Evaluation</p>
<p>5-15%</p>
K3, A1, A2, A4
Supplementary assessment available:
No
FedTASK
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
FedTASK
Description of FedTASK outcome
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
<p>Level 3 - Student works independently with limited guidance or works within self-determined guidelines appropriate to context</p>
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Health and Wellbeing
Discipline:
Exercise & Sport Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/exsel3001">069903 - Human Movement</a>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
Yes
Placement hours:
150
Disclaimer
<em>Information in the Federation Handbook is correct at the time of publication. The University reserves the right to alter any course, unit, procedure or fee.</em>
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