Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment

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1 Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment Version 4 - The Certificate to Training Success Are you aspiring to be a professional trainer and are looking to develop or strengthen your training expertise? If so, then ACTA is the program for you!

2 ACTA version 4 What is Advanced Cerificate in Training and Assessment? The Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA) is a program that provides the workforce in the Training and Adult Education Industry with the essential skills and knowledge to design and deliver competency-based training programs and assessments. Competency-based training programs focus on equipping individuals with the competencies to perform specific job tasks. In these programs, competency is assessed using performance standards that are recognized by the industry. These performance standards are based on a structured competency framework known as WSQ, or the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualifications. The WSQ system is a coherent and comprehensive development pathway that aims to enhance the workforce with vital industry and occupational skills to maintain the competitive edge and to ensure lifelong employability. 1

3 The ACTA program equips individuals with essential skills and knowledge to take on the roles of a curriculum developer, assessment developer, classroom trainer and/or assessor. The program will also enhance the skills of in-house training staff to develop and deliver on-the-job training programs and conduct assessments for the organization. Management representatives overseeing WSQ training in organisations and training centers will also find the ACTA program very useful in helping them to assure quality in their training and assessment. 2

4 Program Objectives At the end of the ACTA program, learners will be able to: Interpret the Workforce Skills Qualifications Framework Interpret Competency Standards and translate them into learning outcomes Design competency-based curricula (either classroom or on-thejob training program depending on the specialization) Apply instructional strategies to achieve learning outcomes Plan and prepare training sessions Contextualize training sessions to meet learners and organizational needs Review the effectiveness as well as refine the training sessions based on learners feedback Plan and design competency-based assessments Conduct competency-based assessments Validate the competency-based assessment plans and processes The program will be useful to: People who are moving into the training area with little knowledge of the training field Full/Part-time In-house Trainers Line Leaders/Line Trainers Freelance Trainers Training Consultants Training Managers Training Administrators Course/Training Program/Curriculum Developers Assessment Developers Assessors Management Representatives 3

5 Training Pathway Facilitated Learning Track certifies an individual to be competent in developing competency-based training programs and delivering them in a classroom-training environment. The individual will be able to assess the competency level of trainees in performing a specific job function. On-the-Job Training (OJT) Track certifies an individual to be competent in developing and conducting OJT programs. The individual will be able to assess the competency level of workers in performing a specific job function. Upon successful completion of each competency unit, a Statement of Attainment (SOA) will be awarded. Upon the attainment of all the SOAs related to a specialization, a full qualification in the specialization will be issued, i.e. Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (Facilitated Learning) 4

6 Training Pathway Facilitated Learning Track On-The-Job Training Track CU1: Interpret the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualification (WSQ) Framework CU2: Apply Adult Learning Principles and Code of Ethics Relating to Training CU3A: Design and Develop a WSQ Facilitated Training Program CU3B: Design and Develop an On-The-Job Training Program CU4A: Prepare and Facilitate Classroom Training CU4B: Prepare and Conduct an On-The-Job Training Program CU5: Develop a Competency-Based Assessment CU6: Conduct a Competency-Based Assessment Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (Facilitated Learning/On-the-Job Training) 5

7 Competency Unit: CU1 CU2 CU3A CU3B CU4A CU4B CU5 CU6 This unit addresses the competencies required to interpret the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualifications Framework, which includes describing the WSQ framework; interpreting a competency standard, and applying the WSQ framework for learning and development. This unit addresses the competencies required to apply adult learning principles and code of ethics relating to training, which includes interpreting the adult learning theories and principles; addressing the different learning styles and preferences; cultural differences, and ethical issues relating to training. This unit addresses the competencies required to design and develop a WSQ facilitated training program, which includes defining the parameters of a training program, as well as designing, developing and evaluating a training program. This unit addresses the competencies required for program developers, and helps learners develop the skills and knowledge necessary to define the parameters of an OJT training program, design and develop OJT training materials, and validate the OJT training program. This unit addresses the competencies required to prepare and facilitate classroom training, which includes reviewing learner profiles and contextualizing a training program to meet their needs; preparing resources needed for an effective training program; creating and maintaining a conducive learning environment; facilitating learning through effective instructional skills and strategies; monitoring learner s progress and adjusting the training program, and reviewing post-course evaluation. This unit addresses the competencies required for OJT trainers and assessors, and helps learners develop the skills and knowledge necessary to prepare for OJT, conduct OJT and review the effectiveness of an OJT Program. This unit addresses the competencies required to develop a competency-based assessment plan, develop competencybased assessment tools, and validate the assessment plan. This unit addresses the competencies required to conduct a competency-based assessment, which includes preparing to conduct assessment, preparing candidates for assessment, and conducting an assessment. 6

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