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Manage workplace learning

Manage workplace learning

Unit of competency
National Code
MSS405012
State Code
BAJ97
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/08/2016
Field of Education
080303 - Human Resource Management
Original Release Date
08/08/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency covers the ability to manage learning and skill development for employees within an organisation implementing competitive systems and practices. The unit includes effective communication, teamwork, and problem solving skills, initiative and enterprise in order to assess and address skill needs for an individual and organisation. Planning and organising is required to ensure that skill development meets the needs of the organisation; and aspects of self-management and learning are required to ensure improvement of performance.This unit of competency applies to people with responsibility for managing the identification of skills required by employees to participate in implementing competitive systems and practices; and arranging any associated learning. The unit does not cover trainer and assessor skills.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine current skill requirements for employees
  • 1.1 Establish range and stage of implementation of competitive systems and practices techniques in the organisation.
  • 1.2 Consult with relevant stakeholders on skill requirements for effective implementation of competitive systems and practices techniques used in the organisation.
  • 1.3 Ensure records/database of skill mix currently required by employees are maintained in accordance with procedures.
  • 1.4 Re-assess and monitor the skills required by employees as organisation requirements change.
  • 1.5 Consult with relevant stakeholders to predict any new/different skill requirements arising from changes to products, processes, equipment or work organisation.
2 Determine current skill mix of employees
  • 2.1 Ensure current records/database of skill profile of individuals are maintained.
  • 2.2 Consult with relevant stakeholders and monitor the application of these skills in the workplace to ensure they remain current and valid.
  • 2.3 Compare the actual and required skill mix for employees.
3 Make arrangements for skill development
  • 3.1 Consult with employees and identify any mismatch between skills possessed and used and skills required.
  • 3.2 Identify any new skills required due to anticipated changes.
  • 3.3 Consult with relevant stakeholders to determine the best way to refresh existing skills/develop new skills.
  • 3.4 Develop individual skill development programs.
  • 3.5 Ensure skill development arrangements are implemented in accordance with procedures.
4 Forecast possible future skill needs
  • 4.1 Examine strategic directions of organisation.
  • 4.2 Discuss possible future directions with relevant stakeholders.
  • 4.3 Determine possible long-term future skill requirements in consultation with relevant stakeholders.
  • 4.4 Develop plan to ensure skills are developed in advance of when they are required.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WD554 MSS405012A Manage workplace learning Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAS82 MSS405016 Manage workplace learning Unit of competency