Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 2 |
This was first released with TAE Training and Education Training Package Release 2.1. Minor updates to Assessment Conditions. |
Release 1 |
This version first released with TAE Training and Education Training Package Release 2.0 |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to participate in an assessment validation process.
It applies to assessors and workplace supervisors with assessment validation responsibilities participating in, but not necessarily leading, the process.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Assessment
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare for validation |
1.1 Discuss and confirm the purpose, context and scope of the validation process within relevant assessment system policies and procedures 1.2 Arrange materials for validation activities 1.3 Check all documents used in the validation process for accuracy and version control 1.4 Analyse relevant units of competency and agree on the evidence needed to demonstrate competence |
2. Participate in the validation of assessment tools |
2.1 Demonstrate active and appropriate participation in validation sessions and activities using agreed communication methods and modes 2.2 Apply principles of assessment and rules of evidence during validation sessions and activities 2.3 Check that context and conditions of assessment include clear instructions for assessor and candidate and relate directly to the assessment conditions of the relevant unit 2.4 Check that tasks to be administered to the candidate include clear and concise instructions and an outline of evidence requirements 2.5 Check that assessment decision-making rules and benchmarks, are clear and enable consistent outcomes 2.6 Check that recording mechanisms are clear and allow for sufficient information to be recorded 2.7 Review and use assessment maps to assist in determining validity of assessment instruments |
3. Contribute to validation outcomes |
3.1 Discuss validation findings to support improvements in the quality of assessment in a collective environment 3.2 Discuss, agree and record recommendations to improve assessment practice |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill |
Performance Criteria |
Description |
Reading |
1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7 |
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Writing |
1.1, 3.2 |
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Oral Communication |
1.1, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.1 |
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Interact with others |
1.1, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2 |
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Get the work done |
1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 3.2 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
TAEASS403 Participate in assessment validation |
TAEASS403B Participate in assessment validation |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages. Revised performance criteria. |
No equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=35337905-785d-4f93-8777-e9991ad4c6c3