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Testing a proposed new approach to qualification design
In this project, we consulted with key stakeholders to test ‘Purpose 2’ of the proposed purpose-driven, principles-based qualification model developed by the Qualification Reform Design Group across the current Certificate II qualifications in the AUR—Automotive Retail, Service, and Repair training package.
The three purposes being tested by the Qualification Reform Design Group
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Purpose 1
Qualifications leading to a specific occupation
(for example a licensed trade).
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Purpose 2
Qualifications that prepare learners for multiple occupations within an industry.
The Demonstration Project focused on Certificate II automotive qualifications and their alignment to occupations in industry.
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Purpose 3
Qualifications that develop cross-sectoral or foundation skills and knowledge which may be applied across industries, or lead to tertiary education and training pathways.
Key stages of the work
Stage 1 included:
- Initial desktop review and analysis of various data sets, enrolment and completion data
- Identification of overlap and opportunities to remove duplication of skills/knowledge
- Identification of potentially unnecessarily prescriptive requirements of units that could be revised with a view to reducing specificity
- Exploration of intersections with relevant Certificate III qualifications and potential barriers to credit transfer
- Development of opportunities to focus on shared skills and knowledge with a view to maximising the transferability of skill and knowledge from these pathways qualifications into a broad range of occupations within the automotive sector
- Develop and conduct consultation with the steering committee and other key stakeholders on the proposed rationalisation of Certificate II qualifications.
- Submission of initial report.
Stage 2 included:
- Development of a consolidated single (or small number of) Certificate II qualification(s) aligned to the definition of a Purpose 2 qualification.
- Development of several units (potentially no more than 3) to provide examples that inform more comprehensive advice to Skills Ministers prepared by the Design Group.
- Submission of the final report.
Consultation approach
Project Steering Committee (PSC)
A PSC was established to oversee and provide input into the project. Tripartite in its composition, members represented a breadth of knowledge and expertise in the design and delivery of qualifications, and an interest in resolving key workforce challenges for the automotive sector.
Two subcommittees were also established: one for RTO stakeholders and a second subcommittee for state and territory representatives.
This project undertook in-depth consultation with:
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PSC members
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RTOs
- State and Territory authorities
The consultation explored complexities, challenges, and redesign options for qualifications and study pathways for the automotive industry. At the same time, the PSC also considered the impact on licensing and state-based entry requirements in a proposed national, streamlined model.
The consultation has now closed and results have been compiled for our final report submission to DEWR.
The Qualification Reform Design Group will review it along with submissions from the other 9 Jobs and Skills Councils to inform the next stage of qualification reform work.
AUSMASA would like to thank all stakeholders for their participation in this project.