Restructure of Training Packages

Background to change 2009 – NQC and COAG released report ‘VET Products for the 21 st Century’ which included recommendations related to improving training packages December 2010 – NQC (replaced by NSSC) endorsed model for ‘streamlining’ units of competency. Aim was to shorten, simplify and segment training packages At that time all training packages were to be changed to the new model by June 2012 so ‘streamlining’ began according to draft model 2011 – Development of Standards for Training Packages to replace Training Package Development Handbook which were endorsed in November January 2014 – No more training packages endorsed in traditional format 1 January 2015 – Qualifications must align with AQF 31 December 2015 – All training packages must comply with NSSC Standards for Training Packages

Components Endorsed by NSSCNon-endorsed guidance materials - Companion Volumes Qualifications Units of competency Assessment requirements Credit arrangements Mandatory Implementation Guide Optional Learning Strategies Assessment Strategies Foundation Skills Guide Knowledge Guide

Overview of IBSA’s approach Aim has been to minimise change to content so that qualifications and units are, as far as possible, equivalent Minimal change to coding, eg the suffix has been dropped from unit code

Endorsed components

Qualifications Content Qualification code and title Qualification description Entry requirements Packaging rules (core and elective units, prerequisite units) Qualification mapping information Links Summary Provides relevant industry competencies, packaging rules and skills sets for a broad range of typical jobs in that industry

Traditional to ‘restructured’ qualifications

Units of competency Content Code and title Application Prerequisite unit(s) (if applicable) Competency field/unit sector Elements Performance criteria Foundation skills Range of conditions Unit mapping information Links Summary Provides the specific performance standards

Traditional to restructured units

Assessment requirements Content Code and title Performance evidence Knowledge evidence Assessment conditions Links Summary Describes the evidence requirements for the unit of competency

Traditional to restructured assessment requirements

Industry Skills Councils aim to facilitate transition and pathways between the VET and Higher Education sectors and between VET courses A ‘work in progress’ Credit Arrangements

Foundation skills in IBSA units ACSFCSfW  Learning  Reading  Writing  Oral Communication  Numeracy  Navigate the world of work - Manage career and work life - Work with roles, rights and protocols  Interact with others - Communicate for work - Connect and work with others - Recognise and utilise diverse perspectives  Get the work done - Plan and organise - Make decisions - Identify and solve problems - Create and innovate - Work in a digital world Foundation skills are non-technical skills that support participation in work, education and training, and in the community IBSA uses two frameworks for the foundation skills mapping

Foundation skills table Foundation Skills This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance. SkillPerformance Criteria Description Learning1.4 Seeks advice from others to implement strategies to improve knowledge or skills Reading1.1, 1.4, 1.5, 2.3, 2.4 Reviews textual information to identify and interpret communication requirements and organisational standards and to identify improvements Writing1.2, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 Develops simple written texts using appropriate grammar, spelling and punctuation in accordance with organisational formats Completes workplace forms in accordance with organisational conventions and legislative requirements. Oral Communication1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 3.4 Articulates ideas and requirements clearly and listens carefully to verbal instructions and discussions Asks questions to confirm understanding Navigate the world of work 1.5, 2.3, 3.5 Understands responsibilities of role and complies with legislative and organisational and regulatory requirements Interact with others1.4, 1.5, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4 Recognises common cultural and other differences of people in the work context and makes adjustments in addressing the differences Follows accepted communication practices and protocols to assist in building and maintaining positive working relationships Get the work done1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 1.5, Plans and implements routine tasks and workload making limited decisions on sequencing, timing and collaboration, seeking assistance in setting priorities Uses digital technology for basic reading, recording and searching information, and for communicating with others

More foundation skills information Companion Volumes – available from IBSA website at: Australian Core Skills for Work Framework – Department of Industry’s website at: SkillsFramework/Pages/default.aspx SkillsFramework/Pages/default.aspx Core Skills for Work Framework – Department of Industry’s website: default.aspx default.aspx

Non-endorsed components

Companion Volumes All training packages must have an Implementation Guide published concurrently Other possible companion volumes for IBSA Training Packages Learning Strategies Guide Assessment Strategies Guide Interpreting Foundation Skills Guide Knowledge Guide Specific user guides

Implementation Guide Content Mapping of qualifications Industry sectors and occupational outcomes Delivery outcomes Regulation/licensing issues Access and equity considerations Resource/equipment requirements Coding and titling explanations Qualifications, skill set and unit lists, including imported units Links/further information Summary Provides information to assist with interpreting and understanding the endorsed components of the training package

Learning Strategies Guide Content Overview of training process Analysis of training requirements Development of learning/training strategy Development of training program Delivering training Evaluating training Further information Summary Provides information about the key stages in the training process

Assessment Strategies Guide Content Overview of assessment process Planning for assessment Selecting assessment materials Conducting assessments Recording assessment decisions Reviewing and validation Further information Summary Provides information about competency based assessment

Interpreting Foundation Skills Guide Content What the term ‘foundation skills’ means IBSA’s approach to identifying and mapping foundation skills Cores skills profiles for selected units which includes mapping of units to ACSF skills Summary Provides information about foundation skills and the approach IBSA takes in mapping foundation skills in units

ICA Information and Communications Technology

ICA Information and Communications Technology Training Package Mini review of ICA11 Information and Communications Technology Training Package to ensure compliance with Standards for Training Packages Includes update of Vocational Graduate qualifications to align with AQF to ‘fix’ any known errors to address any documented ISC Upgrades to rationalise where applicable to ensure currency and ‘fit for purpose’ NSSC endorsement by the end of 2014

ICA Information and Communications Technology Training Package Status: All units have been transitioned to the new format and have been through their first edit All units available on IBSA Feedback Hub for feedback/comment A discussion group has been created on IBSA VET Community Qualifications are currently being transitioned to the new format and will be available on the Feedback Hub for comment by the end of this week

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ICT Integrated Telecommunications

ICT Integrated Telecommunications Training Package Realign Vocational Graduate qualifications – NSSC endorsement in second half of 2014 Restructure Training Package to ensure compliance with Standards for Training Packages and to ensure currency of content and ‘fit for purpose’ –NSSC endorsement by the middle of 2015

Questions Any Questions ???????

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