Occupational Standards (OS) define the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for effective workplace performance. They specify what a person should know and do in order to carry out the functions of a particular job in the context of the work environment.
Occupational Standards (OS) define the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for effective workplace performance.
They specify what a person should know and do in order to carry out the functions of a particular job in the context of the work environment. Standards are the agreed minimum best practice in an Occupational Area and take into account all statutory requirements.
The NOS have been developed and endorsed by the local industry, comprising experts in the specific occupational area. They are used to assess the competency of candidates in the issuance of the Trinidad & Tobago National Vocational Qualification (TTNVQ)
ROS define the competencies required for effective workplace performance. They are Benchmarked against International Standards including those in the UK, Canada and Australia and are produced in collaboration with industry experts & professionals Regional Occupational Standards (ROS) are NOS that have been approved by CARICOM. ROS are used to assess the competency of candidates in the issuance of the Caribbean Vocational Qualification (CVQ). The Caribbean Vocational Qualification (CVQ) facilitates the free movement of labour regionally.
Qualification Plan – The Qualification Plan identifies the units which are compulsory and those that are electives, to provide flexibility in different work environments. It also contains the Title and Level of the qualification to be awarded.
Unit Title – The unit title is a succinct statement of the outcome of the unit of competency. The Unit Title reflects the major activities or functions of an individual’s work.
Unit Descriptor – The unit descriptor communicates the content of the unit of competency and the skill area it addresses.
Elements – These are the basic building blocks of the unit of competency. They describe the tasks in which competence should be demonstrated in order to carry out the specific function.
Performance Criteria – These are the descriptions of the outcomes of performance required for successful achievement of an element. They specify the required performance in relevant tasks, roles, skills and applied knowledge that enables competent performance.
Range Statement – This describes the essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment, depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item and local industry contexts. It lists the parameters in which candidates much demonstrate their competence.
Underpinning Skills and Knowledge – Knowledge identifies what a person needs to know to perform the work in an informed and effective manner. Skills describe the application of knowledge to situations where understanding is converted into a workplace outcome.
Evidence Guide – The Evidence Guide is critical in assessment as it provides information to Training Providers and Assessors about how the described competency may be demonstrated. It provides a range of evidence for the Assessor to make determinations and defines the assessment context.