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Certificate II in Sport and Recreation
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SIS20122
You have played a vital role in supporting the daily operations of sport and recreation facilities, from assisting with activity sessions to maintaining essential equipment. We are currently establishing Registered Training Organisation (RTO) partnerships to offer a streamlined recognition pathway for this qualification. Please register your interest to be notified as soon as this pathway becomes available.
About This Qualification
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who assist with the delivery of sport and recreation activities and who complete a range of fundamental customer contact and maintenance duties. They work under direct supervision to complete mainly routine tasks. This qualification provides a pathway to work for any type of sport, aquatic or recreation organisation including commercial, not-for-profit, community and government organisations. The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice. No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Qualification Code
SIS20122
Training Package
SIS — Sport, Fitness and Recreation Training Package
AQF Level
Certificate II
Total Units
10 (6 core + 4 elective)
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
National Register
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Important: RPL It Australia is a student support service. All assessment and qualification issuance is conducted by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RPL It does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.
Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Leisure Assistant | Supporting the delivery of community sporting programs and assisting with the daily operation of recreation facilities. |
| Facility Assistant | Maintaining the safety, cleanliness, and operational readiness of equipment and amenities within a sport or leisure centre. |
| Community Recreation Activity Assistant | Helping supervise participants and managing equipment for youth-based or community-led recreation programs. |
| Aquatic Leisure Centre Assistant | Providing customer service and maintaining facility standards within a public or private aquatic environment. |
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Could RPL Be Right for You?
Experience can be evidence.
RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.
RPL typically involves:
A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements
Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency
Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation
If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise
ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice
RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.
Our approach:
“We'd rather guide you to the right pathway than enrol you in the wrong one.”
What Kind of Experience Counts?
If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:
Work History & Roles
- ✓Current resume detailing your roles in sport or recreation
- ✓Position descriptions for facility or leisure assistant duties
- ✓Letter of employment confirming your work history
Activity Support
- ✓Logs or schedules of recreation sessions you have assisted with
- ✓Checklists for the setup and pack-down of sporting equipment
- ✓Photos or videos showing your support during community activities
Facility Maintenance
- ✓Equipment maintenance logs and inspection reports
- ✓Facility cleaning and safety checklists
- ✓Reports documenting the reporting of equipment faults
Customer Service & Safety
- ✓Customer feedback or quality service records
- ✓Incident reports or emergency response documentation
- ✓Evidence of following workplace health and safety protocols
Certifications & Training
- ✓Current First Aid or CPR certificates
- ✓Records of workplace inductions or safety training
- ✓Previous industry-related short course certificates
This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.
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Related Qualifications
Other qualifications in the Sport, Fitness and Recreation Training Package.
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