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1. Information and Instructions

Inspire Education

Covering all 10 units contributing toTAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Recognition Assessment Kitfor candidates without TAA40104

1. Information and Instructions

RPL Information for candidates without TAA40104 ● TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

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Version control & document history

Date Summary of modifications made Version no.

15 July 2010 Version 1 finalised following validation. v.1

01 Sept 2010 Version 1.1 Altered to meet Inspire Education requirements v1.1

2 Inspire Education RPL Information Kit – No TAA - Version v1.2

TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment RPL Information for candidates without TAA40104

ContentsIntroduction.........................................................................4

About Inspire Education............................................................................4What to do................................................................................................4Our contact details...................................................................................4About this recognition kit: Make sure you have the right one!.................5Documents that make up this recognition kit...........................................6The recognition assessment process at a glance.....................................7

How recognition assessments work......................................8What is a recognition assessment?..........................................................8What you need to know about recognition assessments..........................8What is a portfolio of evidence?...............................................................9What is quality evidence?.......................................................................10Frequently asked questions about recognition assessments..................11

TAE40110 Units..................................................................14

About the Application Template..........................................16

Evidence to submit.............................................................17A summary of evidence you’ll be asked to provide if you decide to proceed with recognition assessment....................................................20

Next steps.........................................................................21

Appendix: Example of a completed recognition portfolio......221. Candidate Information & Professional History....................................25

Inspire Education RPL Information Kit – No TAA - Version v1.2 3


IntroductionAbout Inspire EducationThank you for your interest in obtaining TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (referred to in this document as ‘TAE40110’) with Inspire Education (RTO No. 32067). We are here to assist you wherever possible in completing your RPL application. If you have any queries at any stage please don’t hesitate to contact your trainer for assistance. We are here to help!

What to do1. Read this document.2. Follow the Next Steps on page 20.

Our contact detailsYou may contact Inspire Education at any time with your questions:

Phone.......1800 506 509Fax............1800 008 128 Web..........www.inspireeducation.net.au

Mailing address P.O. Box 549,

Paddington Qld 4064


http://www.inspireeducation.net.au/

This recognition kitis for you!I don’t have TAA40104

You needthe recognition kit for people with TAA40104.Contact Rto Codefor a copy.

I already have TAA40104and I currently workas a trainer / assessor

I obtained TAA40104in the last 12 monthsI don’t work as a trainer/assessor butmy skills are current and I can prove this.

Who are you?

Seamless transitionmay apply.This means you may not need to undergo a recognition assessment.Contact Rto Codefor more information.

I’m a TAA40104 studentand have completed some TAA40104 units.

Hmmm… tough one!Contact Rto Code.We can help you choose yourbest option for obtaining TAE40110.

I obtained TAA40104more than 12 months agoI haven’t worked or used my training/ assessment skills since getting TAA.


About this recognition kit:Make sure you have the right one!The figure below illustrates the two different types of recognition kits available for TAE40110. Make sure you have the recognition kit that is right for you.

Figure: What recognition approach is best for you?


Recognition Kit:Two documents

1. Recognition Information and instructions

2. RecognitionApplication Template for candidates without TAA40104

This document:●Explains how recognition assessments work●Lists the units required to obtain TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment●Explains the recognition process for candidates without TAA40104●Explains next steps to take.

Word document you’ll get in soft copy. Use this template to compile your recognition portfolio.Contains:●Assessment cover sheet●Assessment results template●List of evidence to submit.

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Documents that make up this recognition kit

Figure: TAE40110 Recognition Kit for candidates without TAA40104


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Read through this document and decide whether or not to proceed with recognition assessmentContact

Inspire Educationto discuss other options

If SO

Enrol as a recognition candidate.

IF NOT

Your assessor may ask for additional evidence before reaching a final decision

IF REQUIRED

Your assessor reviews the evidence presented

Compile your portfolio of evidence, following guidance and instructions given in this Kit.

Submit your portfolio to Inspire Educationand we will forward it to your assessor for review.

IfCOMPETENT

You may choose from three options:1.Submit additional evidence (repeat steps 3-6)2.Accept the NYC result, or3.Appeal the NYC result.

If NOT YET COMPETENT

Your assessor decides whether or not your application for recognition has been successful and advises you of that decision in writing

Your assessor submits the results to Inspire Education7


The recognition assessment process at a glanceThe flow chart below shows an overview of the recognition assessment process at Inspire Education:



How recognition assessments work

What is a recognition assessment?

Recognition assessments are often referred to as:● RPL (recognition of prior learning) assessments or● RCC (recognition of current competence) assessments.

What you need to know about recognition assessments● Recognition assessments are evidence-based

You must be able to provide evidence of your skills and knowledge for an assessor to deem you ‘competent’

● You will be assigned a qualified assessor who will be available to answer questions and support you throughout the recognition process

● You may be assessed in one of two ways:1. Written portfolio only—In this case, compile your portfolio of

evidence and submit to Inspire Education, or2. Recognition interview—In this case, compile your portfolio of

evidence and submit to Inspire Education. Inspire Education will then arrange a suitable date and time for a verbal recognition interview with your assessor

● Enrolling as a recognition candidate doesn’t guarantee that you’ll be successful in your application for recognition. We recommend discussing your options with an Inspire Education Trainer and Assessor before enrolling in recognition assessment.


Recognition assessment is a process that allows a candidate—you—to attain a nationally-recognised qualification or statement/s of attainment

based on skills and knowledge gained through previous experiences, including formal and/or informal learning.


What is a portfolio of evidence?

Evidence: ‘show and tell’When deciding what evidence to include in your portfolio, consider the ‘show and tell’ (or rather, ‘tell and show’) approach:

Tell us(anecdotal evidence)

You tell us… what you know what you can do what you have done

Someone else tells us (verifies) what you know, what you can do, and what you have done. This is a called a ‘third party report’. Examples of third party reports include a reference letter, a performance review report, a questionnaire completed by a workplace supervisor, etc.

Show us(workplace documents, perhaps DVDs, etc)

Documents or other forms of evidence that demonstrate what you can do and have done.

Here, choose evidence of both products and processes. For example, when compiling evidence of your ability to design and develop a learning program:

An example of a product as evidence is the finalised learning program plan.

Examples of processes as evidence may include:

– documents showing training needs analyses undertaken

– copies of emails showing collaboration with others throughout program development.


A Portfolio of Evidence is the term given to the collection of documents and other evidence

that you compile and submit as proof of your competence.

When compiling your portfolio, you’ll be asked to submit evidence that:

● tells us what you can do and have done (from you and from at least one credible ‘third party’ referee)

● shows us what you can do and have done (i.e. samples of work and other relevant documents).


What is quality evidence?Quality evidence is evidence that is:● Valid

It is relevant to the skills and knowledge being assessed.● Sufficient

You must provide enough evidence to demonstrate competence. The Application Template tells you more about how much evidence is ‘enough’ evidence.

● CurrentThe evidence must demonstrate your competence ‘today’. Generally speaking, evidence should be drawn from projects/work samples that are no more than five years old, and include evidence of work completed within the past 12 months. This is a general guide only.

● AuthenticYou must be able to prove that the evidence is your own work.

Examples of quality evidenceTypes of quality evidence include (but aren’t limited to):● samples of work completed● certified copies of relevant qualifications and/or training completed● certified copies documents confirming your participation in relevant

training programs, workshops, professional development events, etc.● certified copies of reference letters from supervisors, colleagues, or

other relevant people (a third party report)● descriptions by you of relevant experiences● copies of emails that demonstrate training and/or assessment-related

processes undertaken● DVD or video of you demonstrating the skills being assessed● any other ‘evidence’ that you feel will adequately demonstrate

competency.


The Application Template lists evidence to submit for each unit.

We are flexible!If you can’t provide the evidence listed, consider other forms of evidence that

provide similar information. Contact your Trainer and Assessor at Inspire Education for guidance, if needed.


Frequently asked questions about recognition assessments

May I apply for recognition assessment for some TAE40110 units, and enrol in training for others?Absolutely! This combined approach is a great way to formally acknowledge your existing skills and experience (recognition), and update your skills with training where appropriate. Contact Inspire Education if you think a combination of training and recognition assessment is right for you. We can help clarify your choices.

What are the possible results of a recognition assessment and what do they mean?The only possible assessment results you can get are:

Result Code

What this result means

Competent C Celebrate! You have submitted enough of the ‘right’ evidence for your assessor to find you ‘competent’ in the units of competency assessed.

Not yet competent

NYC The evidence presented suggests that you have not as yet achieved competence the units being assessed. You may get a NYC result because:

● The evidence you submitted was of a satisfactory standard, but not all the required evidence was submitted (in this case, all you need to do is submit the remaining required evidence)

● The evidence you submitted was not of a satisfactory standard

If you attain a NYC result, your assessor will work with you to devise a suitable action plan to achieve competence.

Remember that we are not here to ‘fail’ you—our intent is to keep working with you until you achieve competency.If more than one re-submission is needed, an additional assessment fee may apply.

How do I present my portfolio of evidence?You have two options:1. Present your portfolio to your assessor personally, at a recognition

assessment interview



2. Submit your portfolio to Inspire Education. Your assessor will review your portfolio and contact you with results of your recognition assessment, and feedback.



How does Inspire Education support me throughout the recognition process?We will support you throughout the entire recognition process. Contact us:● for help deciding whether or not to proceed with recognition assessment● while compiling your portfolio of evidence—ask questions any time● if your result is Not Yet Competent, we will help you devise an action

plan to achieve competence.

What if I disagree with the assessment result?If you disagree with the assessment result offered by your assessor, you have the right to appeal the decision. Please follow the steps below:1. Discuss your concerns with your assessor—if you do not arrive at a

mutually beneficial solution…2. Contact Inspire Education—we will be happy to help.

Will my assessment records be kept confidential?Yes! Assessment records are stored securely, and won’t be shared with anyone who is not authorised to view them.

Will I get my portfolio back once the assessment has been completed?Yes, you will get you portfolio back once the recognition assessment has been completed.



TAE40110 UnitsTo obtain the TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, candidates must demonstrate ‘competence’ in a total of 10 units of competency:● 7 core units and● 3 elective units.

TAE40110 Core units (7)To obtain TAE40110, you must submit evidence of your competence in all 7 core units.

Competency Field

Unit

Design TAEDES401A Design and develop learning programs

TAEDES402A Use training packages and accredited courses to meet client needs

Delivery TAEDEL401A Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning

TAEDEL402A Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace

Assessment TAEASS401A Plan assessment activities and processes

TAEASS402A Assess competence

TAEASS403A Participate in assessment validation

TAE40110 Elective Units (3)To obtain TAE40110, you must submit evidence of your competence in three (3) elective units.The table below lists the elective units that are offered in this recognition kit. Choose three (3) of the four units listed below, or select different elective units.

Competency Field

Unit

Delivery TAEDEL301A Provide work skill instruction

TAEDEL404A Mentor in the workplace

BSBCMM401A Make a presentation (imported unit; aligns to the TAE delivery field))

Assessment TAEASS301A Contribute to assessment



Prefer to select different elective units?This is fine. Other electives units you may choose are listed on the next page. Contact Inspire Education and we can help you with your choices.

Different TAE40110 elective units that may be chosen

Evidence required for these units is not listed in this recognition kit.If you want to apply for recognition in one of these units, contact Inspire Education. We can help you analyse the competency standards and identify suitable evidence.

Competency field

TAE40110 Elective Unit

Delivery TAEDEL403A Coordinate and facilitate distance-based learning

TAEDEL501A Facilitate e-learning

Assessment TAEASS502A Design and develop assessment tools

Other TAE Electives

TAELLN401A Address adult language, literacy and numeracy skills

TAETAS401A Maintain training and assessment information

Imported Electives

BSBLED401A Develop teams and individuals

BSBAUD402A Participate in a quality audit

BSBMKG413A Promote products and services

BSBREL402A Build client relationships and business networks

BSBRES401A Analyse and present research information.



About the Application Template

If you decide to proceed with recognition assessment, Inspire Education will send you the Application Template in soft copy (Word 2003 format).We ask you to compile your portfolio of evidence by filling in relevant sections of the Application Template and following instructions provided both in this document and in the Application Template.


The Application Template is the instrument that:● candidates (you) will use to compile and present your portfolio of evidence

● your assessor will use to document the quality of evidence provided and the assessment results

● the RTO will use as a record of the assessment.


Evidence to submitThe Application Template lists evidence the candidate (you) must submit to be successful in your application for recognition. You will be asked to submit three broad categories of evidence. These are:1. Candidate information and professional history

In this section you are asked to submit evidence showing your professional history (e.g. CV, relevant qualifications, etc).

2. Required knowledgeIn this section, you are asked to discuss your understanding of key concepts relevant to the TAE40110 units.

3. Evidence specific to each TAE40110 unit for which you are seeking recognitionIn this section, you are asked to submit evidence required for each TAE40110 unit. The Application Template lists the evidence required for each unit. Required evidence will include:● Workplace documents showing what you did—e.g. a documented

assessment plan you recently developed

One workplace document may be used as evidence for more than one unitFor example, a competency-based learning plan may be used as evidence of your competence in:● TAEDES401A Design and develop learning

programs, and● TAEDES402A Use training packages and

accredited courses to meet client needs.

● Written or verbal descriptions of what you did—e.g. your description of what you did and who you worked with to develop the assessment plan

● At least one third party report per unit—see over for more information.



Third party reportsFor each unit you are seeking recognition for, you will be asked to provide a certified copy of a detailed reference letter, performance review report, or equivalent from a workplace supervisor or other credible third party.

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Organising third party reportersBelow is just one example of how you could organise third party reporters:

Current SupervisorYou ask this person to list and describe recent examples of having done the following as part of your job:

● designed and developed competency-based learning programs (relevant to TAEDES401A and TAEDES402A)

● planned and delivered group-based training (relevant to TAEDEL401A)● planned, developed and conducted competency-based assessments (relevant to

TAEASS401A and TAEASS402A)● participated in assessment validation sessions (relevant to TAEASS403A)

Someone you recently coached 1:1 in the workplaceYou ask this person to comment on 1:1 coaching you recently facilitated in the workplace (relevant to TAEDEL301A and TAEDEL402A).

IMPORTANT!!Tell each third party reporter which units you’d like them to provide evidence for. For each unit, ask your third party reporter to:1. describe recent, relevant examples of workplace

activities you have undertaken and2. comment on how well you completed these tasks.3. ensure you post in the original document signed and

dated by your supervisor on company letterhead.


One third party report (e.g. a detailed reference letter)may be used as evidence of competence in more than one unit.

You shouldn’t need to get separate third party reportsfor each of the 10 TAE40110 units


A summary of evidence you’ll be asked to provide if you decide to proceed with recognition assessmentTo be successful in your application for recognition, you must be able to provide the evidence listed in the checklist below.

Recognition assessment: evidence required

Yes No

Candidate information and professional history

1. Evidence of professional history—e.g. Curriculum Vitae

2. Certified copies of relevant qualifications and courses completed (if applicable)

3. Evidence of recent professional development—e.g. description plus (where possible) supporting documents

Evidence of required knowledge—may be provided verbally or in writing

4. Key principles and stakeholders in Australia’s vocational education and training (VET) system.

5. Competency-based assessments and general guidelines for quality assessments.

6. Principles of adult learning.

Evidence required for each TAE40110 unit

7. Evidence includes the following for each unit:

● Workplace documents

● Your written or verbal descriptions and explanations

● Third party report.



Next stepsCandidates, please:

Tick when complete

1 Decide your best option for obtaining TAE40110

Contact Inspire Education with any questions you have.

We’ll help you decide whether or not recognition assessment is the best option for you to obtain TAE40110:

● If you decide to proceed with recognition assessment, Inspire Education will send you the RPL Application Template

● If you don’t proceed with recognition assessment, we can help you decide a more suitable option for obtaining TAE40110.

2 Build portfolio Using the Application Template to guide you, identify and compile evidence. We recommend compiling all documents that will make up your portfolio in a ring binder or equivalent.

Complete all required sections of the Application Template in soft copy. Use the example provided in the Appendix of this document to guide you.

3 Print When you have finished completing the Application Template, print it.

4 Sign candidate declaration

Sign the candidate declaration on the Cover Sheet of the Application Template.

5 Add signed Application Template to portfolio

Place the signed Application Template at the top of your portfolio.

6 Submit portfolio Send your portfolio to Inspire Education (see mailing address below)

or, if preferred,

Contact Inspire Education to arrange a date/time for a recognition interview (our contact details are on page 4).


Your portfolio must be well-organised with all documents clearly referenced and labelled!

Good luck, and contact us if you have any questions.


Appendix:Example of a completed recognition portfolio

CandidatesUse this sample as a guide while you compile your recognition portfolio.Sections to be completed by the candidate are shown in blue font.

AssessorsWill use this sample as a guide when using the Application Template to document the quality of evidence provided and the assessment results.Sections to be completed by the assessor are shown in green font.


This example shows what the Application Template will look like when the recognition assessment has been completed.

It shows all required sections filled in by both the candidate and the assessor.


Inspire Education

Cover Sheet:TAE40110 Recognition Assessment(for candidates without TAA40104)

CANDIDATE TO COMPLETE THE SECTION BELOW

Candidate name: Christine CandidateAddress: 345 Anywhere Avenue Anywhere NSW 9876

Phone: Daytime: 9999 9999 Evening: 8888 8888

Email address: [email protected] Fax: 7777 7777

Company name: A Great Place P/L

Date submitted: 12 July 2012

Submission: First submission: or Resubmission:

Candidate declarationBy signing below, I declare that: I have been advised of the recognition assessment process, my rights, and my responsibilities as a

recognition candidate, and choose to be assessed at this time this portfolio is my own and contains no material written by another person except where due

reference is made. I am aware that a false declaration may lead to the withdrawal of a qualification or statement of attainment.

I choose to be assessed at this time.

Signed: ___ Christine Candidate_____ Date: __12July 2012__

GENERAL ASSESSMENT INFORMATION—RTO or assessor to complete this section

Assessor name:

Amazing Assessor Person

RecognitionApproach(tick appropriate box):

Written portfolio only

Interview with portfolio

RECORD OF ASSESSMENT PROCESS—RTO or assessor to complete applicable columnIf assessed by written portfolio, complete this column

If recognition interview conducted, complete this column

1. Date portfolio received: 15 Jul 2012 1. Date of interview:

2. Date assessment completed: 21 Jul 2012 2. Date assessment completed:

Assessors, please record the assessment results on the next page


Green font is used to show how the assessor uses the Application Template to document the assessment process,

quality of evidence received and assessment results

Blue font is used to show how the candidate completes relevant sections of

the Application Template


Assessment ResultsCandidate name: Candidate type name here

Assessor name: Amazing Assessor Person

Candidate: Tick () appropriate boxes below to indicate those units for which you are seeking recognition.

Assessor to record results (C or NYC) in

columns below

Result Date

Core units

TAEDES401A Design and develop learning programs NYC 21 Jul 2012

TAEDES402A Use training packages and accredited courses to meet client needs

C 19 Jul 2012

TAEDEL401A Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning C 17 Jul 2012

TAEDEL402A Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace C 19 Jul 2012

TAEASS401A Plan assessment activities and processes C 20 Jul 2012

TAEASS402A Assess competence C 20 Jul 2012

TAEASS403A Participate in assessment validation C 20 Jul 2012

Other elective units (please list below)

TAEDEL301A Provide work skill instruction C 17 Jul 2012

TAEASS301A Contribute to assessment

BSBCMM401A Make a presentation C 17 Jul 2012

TAEASS502A Develop assessment tools C 20 Jul 2012

Candidate feedback

General Comments

Portfolio was well-organised and easy to work through.Generally evidence provided was of a very good quality. Particularly impressive was evidence relating to assessment units. Candidate’s extensive experience as an assessor stood out.Need more evidence before I’m able to assign a ‘competent’ result for TAEDES401A Design and develop learning programs. For details of evidence required, see detailed report for that unit.

Assessor Sign-Off (assessor to sign after this document is printed)

Assessor signature Amazing Assessor Person Date: 21 July 2012


To the candidate: Be sure to tick relevant boxes in this column so your assessor knows which units you are seeking recognition for.


Candidate portfolio1. Candidate Information & Professional HistoryInstructions for candidatesCandidates, submit the evidence listed below.

Key:Written evidence is required. This symbol means that evidence should be provided in writing. Please identify where your assessor will find each item of evidence in your portfolio (e.g. See attachment 1).

Candidates to submit evidence listed below Quality of evidence

Assessor use → S NYS

1 Well-organised portfolio with:● relevant sections of the assessment Cover Sheet completed as required

● TAE40110 units applied for identified on the Assessment Results page

2 Professional historySubmit at least one document that shows your professional background—e.g. CV, bio, etc).

Candidates, in the space below, describe the evidence submitted and identify where in the portfolio the evidence is located (e.g. “See attachment 1”).See attachment 1—Curriculum Vitae

3 Certified copies relevant qualifications (if applicable)Here include:

● qualifications in training and assessment (e.g. BSZ40198 Certificate IV in Assessment and Workplace Training) and/or

● other tertiary qualifications.

Candidates, in the space below, list the qualifications submitted and identify where in the portfolio this evidence is found (e.g. “see attachment 2”):See the following attachments:

● Attachment 2—Certified copy of BSZ40198 Certificate IV in Assessment and Workplace Training (2002)

● Attachment 3—Certified copy of Bachelor of Arts’ Degree (2003).

4 Professional development in the past 12 monthsa. Use the space below to describe what you have done to stay current with

your training and assessment practice in the past 12 months (or attach a separate document that gives this information).


The portfolio must be well organisedIf the assessor ticks the Not Yet Satisfactory box, they will return your portfolio to you.

You must re-organise the portfolio as per the assessor instructions and re-submit.




Examples of appropriate professional development include courses attended, qualifications in progress, associations you belong to, industry newsletters you subscribe to, or work activities that developed and extended you professionally.

Examples of professional development undertaken in the past 12 months include:

● I subscribe to the XYZ industry newsletter, which keeps me up to date with latest happenings in my industry.

● I have attended the following courses/workshops:– Time management: 20 – 21 August 2011, Great Training

Incorporated Training Company– E-learning and you: online webinar 1 December 2011, E-Learning Is

Us Training Institute.● As part of my role as a team leader in my company, I have just

completed a six-month project assessing the current performance of employees and determining professional development needs. I did this in partnership with an RTO we hired. We have now documented training needs that will guide training in my company for the next 12 months.

b. Submit whatever supporting documents you can to back up your description above (e.g. participation certificates for programs attended, receipt of payment for workshop, etc).

Candidates, in the space below, list evidence submitted and identify where in the portfolio this evidence is found (e.g. “see attachment 3 for statement, and attachment 4 for a compilation of supporting documents”):

See the following attachments:● Attachment 4—Participation certificate for Time Management program

(above)● Attachment 5—Receipt for E-learning webinar (above)

Assessor Comments about Candidate Information and Professional History

Thorough explanations with supporting documents to back up claims. Well done! Noticed extensive history in assessment.



2. Required knowledgeInstructions for candidatesCandidates, discuss your understanding of the concepts below. If submitting written evidence, please use the space below to identify where in the portfolio this evidence is found (e.g. “See attachment 4”) or type your response directly into the table below. Written statement attached. See attachment 6.



1 Required knowledge for all TAE40110 unitsOHS legislation and implications of OHS when designing and delivering training, and conducting assessments. Include:● Steps to take to ensure healthy and safe learning and assessment● List safety information learners should receive.

2 Required knowledge for TAE40110 Design and Assessment field units● AQF● AQTF● Training Packages and accredited courses● Difference between a Training Package qualification, Skill Set and Statement

of Attainment● Key organisations and their role in VET (e.g. DEEWR, ISCs, State and

National Training Authorities, and RTOs)● Your personal responsibilities if working in a VET environment, including

responsibility to ensure safe and inclusive learning.

3 Required knowledge for TAE40110 Assessment field units● Principles of assessment● Rules of evidence● Dimensions of competence● Employability skills● Key characteristics of RPL vs. training and assessment pathway

assessments

4 Required knowledge for TAE40110 Delivery field units● Principles of adult learning.

Assessor Comments about Required Knowledge

Excellent background information. Thorough and accurate. I was particularly impressed by the knowledge of policies and procedures relating to assessment. You were able to both define and give specific examples of the Principles of Assessment and the Rules of Evidence

End of required knowledge


3. Evidence for each unitPart 1: TAE40110 Core Units (7)TAEDES401A Design and develop learning programs

TAEDES401A Design and develop learning programs Assessor to complete shaded columns

Evidence Required Evidence provided (candidate to complete) S NYS

Background information about the evidence submitted: May be provided verbally or in writing

1 Program 1: Background informationProvide background information about this program—e.g. Why training was needed, who the client and learner group was, what was trained and how (delivery mode).

Program title: Researching the MarketThis is a 2-day face-to-face program that I developed for our senior sales staff. They need to be able to research our market to determine suitable target clients for each new product our company introduces. I developed this program 1.5 years ago and ran all existing senior sales staff through it. Now we run the program once every six months for senior management who are new to the role. I didn’t initially develop this program to be competency-based, but have researched the NTIS website and identified the unit BSBMKG408B Conduct market research as being relevant. So I have shown how program content addresses this unit.See attachment 7 for a copy of this unit.

2 Program 2: Background informationProvide information about program 2 as above.

Program Title: Time managementThis is a 1-day face-to-face program that is not competency-based. I developed this program 3 months ago for our sales team. Program purpose is to help learners organise their diaries so that they achieve the required number of client visits each week, and still complete


Key: S = Satisfactory NYS = Not yet satisfactory

This symbol ( ) tells you that the candidate must provide this evidence in writing.

When providing evidence:The candidate should complete this section of the Application Template, as in this example. The assessor simply ticks the S or NYS box as shown.

Candidate Instructions: Select two learning programs you have recently designed and developed. At least one program must be based on Training Package competency standards. Submit the evidence listed below.



paperwork back in the office. We have delivered it to two groups so far, and feedback has been positive.

Documents Required: Must be workplace documents

Competency-based learning program3 Learning program plan

Submit a learning program plan that includes program outcomes, a learning agenda, delivery and assessment methods, and resources to be used.

See attachment 8—Learning program plan for ‘Researching the Market’ program.

4 Competency standardsSubmit a copy of the unit/s of competency addressed in the program. Printout from NTIS is fine.

See attachment 9—competency standard BSBMKG408B Conduct market research.

5 Competency matrix or equivalentSubmit a document that shows the link between the learning program content and the competency standard/s addressed.

See page 4 of attachment 8—competency matrix is part of the learning program plan document.

Second learning program (may be competency-based, but doesn’t need to be)

6 Learning program planPlan should include outcomes, learning agenda, delivery / assessment methods, and list of resources.

See attachment 10—Learning program plan for ‘Time Management’ program.

Third party evidence7 Reference letter or equivalent

Submit a detailed reference letter or equivalent that verifies the evidence submitted and describes recent workplace activities and achievements relevant to this unit.

See attachment 11—Reference letter from my supervisor. She has commented on my design, delivery and assessment skills

Additional Information: If assessed via written portfolio—please submit info asked for below ; If assessed via RPL interview—be prepared to give this info verbally

8 Step-by-step description of what you did: Choose one of the two programs submitted above. Give a detailed, step-by-step description of steps you took to identify training needs, then design and develop the learning program.

1. To identify training needs, I asked a few senior sales team members what they thought they needed help with. I also spoke to the General Manager, Sales, to ask her opinion.

2. We agreed on face-to-face training so that we could ensure all would complete the program.

3. I designed the developed the program content and structure over a


The writing icon ( ) indicates that the candidate must provide written evidence (i.e. a ‘document’).



four-week period.4. When finished, ran the final draft by my own manager for review. I

also asked the General Manager, Sales for her approval. The GM had one or two requests for minor change, but nothing major.

5. I made the changes requested and we ran the program three weeks later.

9 Feedback and self reflectionSummarise feedback you have received as a learning program designer. If possible, submit written feedback (e.g. feedback form or email). Discuss your strengths as a learning program designer and identify opportunities for ongoing improvement.

See attachment 12—email from my manager showing her comments about the learning program. I have no workplace documentation specifically discussing my general skills as a program designer.Self-reflection:I have designed a developed an average of about 3 new learning programs each year for the past 4 years. I think that I have strong instructional design skills, and can set up a learning process that will promote learning.For ongoing improvement, I want to develop my skills in designing learning programs to reflect a blended delivery mode. I normally just develop learning programs for face-to-face, classroom delivery, and I want to learn more about self-paced and on-line learning options so that I can incorporate these into future learning programs that I develop.

RESULTS FOR TAEDES401A Design and develop learning programs (assessor to complete) Assessor to tick relevant box below

Has the evidence provided demonstrated the candidate’s competency against:Assessors:Circle correct answer or delete incorrect answer

All elements and performance criteria for this unit? No RESULT:

Required knowledge and skills for this unit? No Competent

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required? Yes Not yet competent

Assessor comments (if result is ‘Not Yet Competent’ use this space to list additional evidence needed)

Although the result is not yet competent for this unit, very little additional evidence is needed for a competent result.

● Competency-based learning program plan was laid out well and easy to interpret. The plan reflected a logical learning progression with content divided into small chunks. The assessment was a ‘written test’. I recommend adding a practical assessment component (may be during or after training) to ensure competence. Resources were not listed on your plan, but I asked you what resources were used in our telephone conversation on 19 July; you were able to name the resources and explain that they were developed in-house. I suggest modifying your learning plan template to list resources required.


If possible, feedback forms or equivalent should also be submitted.

● Second program looks excellent. Very practical program, with small chunks of content at a time. Well done.

● Third party report was a well-written reference letter dated 5 June 2012. It listed numerous specific examples of different types of design, delivery and assessment activities undertaken and will be useful for multiple TAE40110 units.

Additional evidence required: Please re-submit a competency matrix that clearly shows the link between each session of your competency-based learning program and the relevant competency standard (BSBMKG408B Conduct market research). As part of the competency based learning plan you submitted, there was a heading called ‘competency matrix’. This section of the learning plan simply states that the program content aligns to BSBMKG408B. It doesn’t specify which parts of the unit are addressed in each session. Contact me if you have any queries.

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If applicable, additional evidence requiredmust be clearly listed and explained.