Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan one's own work schedules, to monitor and to obtain feedback on work performance and development. It also addresses the requirement to take responsibility for one's own career planning and professional development.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to individuals who are required to design their own work schedules and work plans, and to establish priorities for their work. They will typically hold some responsibilities for the work of others and have some autonomy in relation to their own role.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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1. Plan and complete own work schedule |
1.1. Workgroup plans are prepared to reflect consideration of resources, client needs and workgroup targets 1.2. Work objectives and priorities are analysed and incorporated into personal schedules and responsibilities 1.3. Factors affecting the achievement of work objectives are identified and contingencies established and incorporated into work plans 1.4. Business technology is used efficiently and effectively to manage and monitor planning completion and scheduling of tasks |
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2. Monitor own work performance |
2.1. Personal performance standards are identified and analysed through self-assessment and feedback from others on the achievement of work objectives 2.2. Feedback on performance is actively sought from colleagues and clients and evaluated in context of individual and group requirements 2.3. Variations in the quality of service and products are routinely identified and reported in accordance with organisational requirements |
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3. Coordinate professional development |
3.1. Personal knowledge and skills are assessed against organisational benchmarks to determine development needs and priorities 3.2. Opportunities for improvement and sources of learning are researched and planned in liaison with colleagues 3.3. Feedback is used to identify and develop ways to improve competence within available opportunities 3.4. New skills are identified and professional development activities are accessed and completed to facilitate continuous learning and career development 3.5. Records and documents relating to achievements and assessments are stored and maintained in accordance with organisational requirements |
Required Skills and Knowledge
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This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
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Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
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Range Statement
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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 and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Workgroup plans may include: |
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Work objectives may include: |
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Factors affecting the achievement of work objectives may include: |
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Business technology may include: |
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Feedback on performance may include: |
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Professional development activities may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Management and Leadership - Management
