Webinar series Streamlining January 2016

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1 Webinar series Streamlining January 2016

2 What is streamlining? Streamlining is simplifying, condensing and restructuring material to make it more functional and fit for purpose. 2 smallprint 2016

3 History of streamlined Training Packages 2008/09: Review of Training Packages commissioned by the Australian Government. 2012: Standards for Training Packages endorsed. December 2015: All Training Packages to be transitioned to the new standards. 3

4 Key Stakeholders Australian Industry and Skills Committee Previously National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) Industry Reference Committees Service Skills Organisations Previously Industry Service Councils (ISCs) 4

5 Intent of streamlined Training Packages Streamlining intends to: simplify language remove duplication increase consistency focus on assessment requirements include foundation skills specify credit arrangements 5

6 Status of streamlined Training Packages Endorsed Foundation Skills (FSK) developed as a streamlined Training Package Business Services (BSB) Community Services (CHC) Finance (FNS) Health (HLT) Information and Communications Technology (ICT) 6

7 Status of streamlined Training Packages Not yet endorsed Property Services (CPP) 1 st and 2 nd releases endorsed 3 rd, 4 th and 5 th releases submitted for endorsement Retail Services (SIR) scheduled for submission for endorsement February 2016 Tourism, Travel and Hospitality (SIT) submitted for endorsement Training and Education (TAE) scheduled for submission for endorsement February 2016 Transport and Logistics (TLI) 1 st release endorsed 2 nd release submitted for endorsement 7

8 What s different? Code changes Training Package codes A three character code which reflects the industry area BSB = Business Services The year of endorsement is no longer included BSB07 is now BSB As Training Packages are improved and updated, they will be given a new release or version number BSB V2 8

9 What s different? Code Changes Qualification codes The first three letters identify the training package. The first digit identifies the AQF level of the qualification. The next two digits differentiate the qualification from other qualifications at the same AQF level within the Training Package. The last two digits identify the year in which the qualification was endorsed. BSB10115 Certificate I in Business 9

10 What s different? Code changes Unit of Competency codes Codes no longer include a version identifier (A, B, C, D, etc) at the end of the code. BSBITU101A is now BSBITU101 Each code still has a maximum of 12 characters The first 3 characters identify the Training Package in which the unit sits Any other letters indicate the unit sector or competency field Numbers are unit code identifiers Some Training Packages still include one number in the unit to signify the AQF qualification level - TAEDES401 10

11 What else is different? Units of competency Application Combines Unit Descriptor and Application statement This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to secure cargo in accordance with procedures and regulatory requirements as part of work activities within the transport and logistics industry. It includes preparing to secure cargo/containers, lashing and unlashing cargo, protecting cargo from weather, and packing and unpacking cargo. Work is performed under some supervision generally within a team environment. (TLIA1001) 11

12 What else is different? Units of competency Some changes to unit titles, elements and performance criteria 12

13 What else is different? Units of competency Foundation skills included Foundation skills Foundation Skill skills essential Description to performance Performance are explicit criteria in the Reading Identifies and evaluates complex 1.1, 1.2, , 3.1, 3.2 performance criteria of this unit of competency. texts in a variety of forms to determine key information, specific requirements and responsibilities Writing Develops materials for specific audiences using correct and enterprise specific language Prepares information in a designated format and style to convey information, requirements and recommendations Oral Communication Discusses or explains compliance requirements using structure and language to suit the audience Uses listening and questioning techniques to confirm understanding of compliance requirements 2.2, 2.4, 2.5, 3.4, , 2.1, 2.4,

14 What else is different? Units of competency Range of Conditions (optional) Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment. Non-essential conditions can be found in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide. (TLIA1001) None specified. Assessment requirements removed to stand alone documents 14

15 What else is different? Assessment Requirements Required skills, Required Knowledge and Critical Aspects for Assessment have been replaced. Performance evidence Describes products that must be provided or processes that must be demonstrated as part of the assessment, as well as the associated frequency or volume. Knowledge evidence Specifies what the individual must know in order to safely and effectively perform the work task described by the unit of competency. Assessment Conditions Describes any mandatory conditions under which the assessment must occur, and specifies any mandatory assessor requirements. 15

16 What else is different? Companion volumes Detailed advice on the use and implementation of a Training Package Implementation Guide Learning Strategies Guide Knowledge Guide Assessment Strategies Guide Foundation Skills Guide Work Placement Guide Credit Arrangements

17 What else is different? 17

18 smallprint and Catapult resources Now available: Foundation Skills (FSK) Business Services (BSB) Community Services (CHC) Finance (FNS) Health (HLT) Information & Communications Work in progress: Property Services (CPP) Retail Services (SIR) Tourism, Travel & Hospitality (SIT) Training and Education (TAE) Transport and Logistics (TLI) Technology (ICT) 18

19 Changes to smallprint and Catapult resources Updated content and assessment activities (where required) to reflect changes to Elements, Performance Criteria and Knowledge Evidence Activities assess Performance Criteria (formative) Questions assess Knowledge Evidence (summative) Projects assess requirements of whole of Unit of Competence Assessments quantified to reflect required standards 19

20 More information Department of Education and Training ISC/ SSO websites smallprint customer service Catapult elearning

21 Any questions? Please send your questions via the chat box and we ll aim to answer them 21

22 Thank you Next Webinar elearning and integration Thursday 25 th Feb 11am EST 22