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Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Research and apply creative arts industry information

1.1 Research structure and operation of creative arts industry

1.2 Research employment obligations and opportunities within the industry

1.3 Monitor trends and emerging technologies within the industry

1.4 Research legislation and industry protocols relevant to the industry

1.5 Analyse and evaluate accuracy, currency and credibility of information sources to determine that research scope is sufficient

1.6 Compile and maintain accurate and comprehensive details of information gathered and its sources

2. Maintain effective industry networks

2.1 Participate in professional industry bodies and associations to maintain industry knowledge

2.2 Use networking strategies to establish and maintain relationships that enhance own professional practice and profile

2.3 Use communication channels to maximise dialogue with industry contacts and ensure currency and credibility of industry knowledge

2.4 Record details of networking activities and benefits gained from participation

3. Enhance professional practice

3.1 Evaluate own skills and knowledge to identify professional development needs

3.2 Seek advice from relevant people to identify professional development opportunities

3.3 Participate in professional development activities to improve work performance and currency of industry knowledge

Skill 

Performance  Criteria 

Description 

Learning

3.1-3.3

• Manages own learning needs using self-reflection, advice and participation in professional development activities to enhance work performance and industry knowledge

Reading

1.1-1.5

• Interprets and evaluates relatively complex texts to identify key information about industry practices and trends that inform professional practice
• Identifies and critically evaluates information sources and context for scope and reliability

Writing

1.6, 2.1, 2.3, 2.4

• Records and updates detailed information from a range of sources using relevant industry terminology, formats and conventions
• Documents outcomes and analysis of the benefits of networking activities

Oral Communication

2.1-2.3, 3.2

• Articulates clearly using relevant language suitable to the audience to convey requirements
• Uses active listening and questioning techniques to elicit information and confirm understanding

Navigate the world of work

1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 2.1

• Understands the nature and purpose of own role and associated responsibilities to apply current industry information related to professional protocols and obligations, and legal compliance

Interact with others

2.1-2.3, 3.2

• Selects and uses appropriate communication practices to establish and maintain connections with others
• Uses networking opportunities to consolidate industry knowledge and develop own profile and professional practice

Get the work done

1.1-1.6, 2.1-2.3

• Uses systematic planning and organisational processes to source and evaluate information, build networks and manage relationships and communication

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Equivalence status 

CUAIND502 Maintain and apply creative arts industry knowledge

CUVIND501B Maintain and apply creative arts industry knowledge

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages.

Minor edits to performance criteria.

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.