Work Integrated Learning for Exercise Science 1

Unit Outline (Higher Education)

Level of Unit in Course

AQF Level(s) of Course

Level of Unit in Course

Introductory

Intermediate

Effective Term:

2027/05

Institute / School :

Institute of Health and Wellbeing

Unit Title:

Work Integrated Learning for Exercise Science 1

Unit ID:

EXSEL2001

Credit Points:

15.00

Prerequisite(s):

(EXSCI1702 or EXSCI1802)

Co-requisite(s):

Nil

Exclusion(s):

(HMPRC2170)

ASCED:

069903

Other Change:

Brief description of the Unit

This unit introduces students to professional practice in exercise and sport science through workplace learning and career development activities. Students explore career pathways, professional roles, and scope of practice within the Australian sport, health, and exercise industries. Through placement experiences, students develop communication, professionalism, ethical practice, and information management skills consistent with the AES Scope of Practice and ESSA Code of Professional Conduct and Ethical Practice. Reflective activities and supervisor feedback support students to evaluate their performance, identify professional learning needs, and develop a career plan to support future employability and professional growth.

Grade Scheme:

Graded (HD, D, C, P, MF, F, XF)

Work Experience Indicator:

No work experience

Placement Component:

Yes - 0 days

Supplementary Assessment:No

Supplementary assessment is not available to students who gain a fail in this Unit.

Course Level:

Learning Outcomes:

Knowledge:

Skills:

Application of knowledge and skills:

Other outcomes:

O1.	Evaluate exercise and sport science career pathways and professional roles with reference to scope of practice, and develop a career plan aligned to personal interests, values and required professional competencies.

O2.	Apply and adapt communication strategies (written, oral and interpersonal) in professional practice settings to engage effectively with clients, colleagues and multidisciplinary teams.

O3.	Apply the AES Scope of Practice and the ESSA Code of Professional Conduct and Ethical Practice when working with clients, and refer clients to other health practitioners when required.

O4.	Identify and apply relevant privacy and health records requirements and organisational policies to the collection, storage, access and disclosure of client information in professional exercise science settings.

O5.	Reflect on placement experiences and performance, using supervisor feedback, to identify priorities for ongoing professional learning and development.

Unit Content:

This unit will focus on concepts such as:

Introduction to the exercise and sport science industry and career paths
Organisation and scaffolding of work integrated learning
Ethical and professional standards
Employability skills for success
Completing workplace learning hours within the exercise and sports science industry.

Graduate Attributes:

	Learning Outcomes Assessed	Assessment Tasks	Assessment Type	Weighting	Professional Standards
1.	1	Attendance and active participation in classes to demonstrate competency in practical skills, including attendance at career plan meeting.	90% attendance at active learning sessions.	S/U
2.	1, 2, 3, 4, 5	Placement contracts, logbooks and supervisor evaluation, and reflective journal based on placement experience and supervisor evaluation.	Placement Portfolio.	25-45% (hurdle)
3.	1, 2	Industry professional video & written report.	Interview & Reflective Journal.	20-40%
4.	1, 2	Identify possible career paths, required skill and knowledge sets aligning with Scope of Practice and personal competencies.	Career Plan.	10-30%

Adopted Reference Style:

APA ()

Professional Standards / Competencies:

Standard / Competency