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Work effectively in the VET sector

Work effectively in the VET sector

Unit of competency
National Code
TAEPDD401
State Code
OEM15
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
08/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
06/04/2023
Field of Education
070109 - Teacher Education: Vocational Education And Training
Original Release Date
06/04/2023
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate within the vocational education and training (VET) sector regulatory and operational context relevant to the job role of an entry-level VET teacher, trainer and assessor.The unit applies to VET teachers, trainers and assessors who use a range of general competencies and knowledge to work effectively within the VET sector and typically within a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Interpret VET policy context
  • 1.1 Access and interpret the regulatory standards for RTOs and associated VET regulator guidance to support RTO compliance
  • 1.2 Access and interpret regulatory and compliance requirementsrelevant to the role of a VET teacher, trainer and assessor
  • 1.3 Access and interpret the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and how it applies to the delivery of vocational education and training
  • 1.4 Identify, access and interpret information on VET policy and how it may impact roles and responsibilities of VET teachers, trainers and assessors
2. Operate within VET delivery and compliance frameworks
  • 2.1 Identify job roles and functions, including related work processes, within VET environments
  • 2.2 Analyse organisational policies and procedures relevant to VET teachers, trainers and assessors that are applicable to a VET environment
  • 2.3 Identify and access opportunities to increase knowledge of VET compliance frameworks and quality improvement processes
3. Work effectively with vocational learners
  • 3.1 Identify the range of learner cohorts undertaking training within the VET sector including the needs and expectations of each
  • 3.2 Interpret common processes used to identify and address individual learner needs
  • 3.3 Identify organisational, legislative and regulatory requirements associated with working with vocational learners
  • 3.4 Identify best practice principles related to learner diversity and inclusivity
  • 3.5 Interpret processes used to seek and act on feedback from vocational learners to improve the quality of training and assessment in a VET environment
4. Plan to improve own professional practice
  • 4.1 Evaluate own vocational competency and industry currency in relation to meeting regulatory and other standards when working as a VET teacher, trainer and assessor
  • 4.2 Identify digital technology requirements relevant to the role of VET teachers, trainers and assessors
  • 4.3 Identify sources of feedback from industry, colleagues and learners to improve professional practice
  • 4.4 Identify opportunities to improve skills and knowledge to enhance professional practice
  • 4.5 Develop a plan to build and maintain vocational competency and industry currency, and skills and knowledge required for the delivery of vocational training including digital skills
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