Modification History
Not applicable.
Description
Descriptor
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply highly specialised skills and knowledge in the field of adult language, literacy and numeracy practice. In these roles, they generate and evaluate complex ideas through the analysis of policy, information and concepts at an abstract level; and design and implement appropriate responses through a combination of research, targeted strategies for language, literacy and numeracy programs in different contexts, and the application of teaching practices.
This qualification uses the term 'adult literacy and numeracy' to mean the skills required to understand and use various forms of print and digital text in day-to-day activities at home, at work and in the community (OECD, 2001).
The qualification uses the term 'language' to talk about speaking, listening, reading, writing and visual communication skills. In its broadest sense, language involves the words, verbal structures and gestures we use to convey meaning. We are also talking about using words and grammatical structures and other meaning support systems (e.g. gestures when speaking and listening, punctuation and formatting when reading and writing) to make meaning or to understand somebody else's meaning. (Taking the Lead, 2006)
This qualification responds to the need for all practitioners to have a set of strategies to meet learners' language development needs. This is not language in the strict sense of language acquisition (as defined within the TESOL discipline), but rather the development of relevant and appropriate language repertoires depending on the context.
The diversity of learners attending adult language, literacy and numeracy provision requires effective and innovative educational leaders, program managers and researchers with responsibility for adult language, literacy and numeracy policy development and response, and program design and review. TAE80110 Vocational Graduate Diploma of Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy Leadership develops the skills and knowledge required to fulfil this responsibility in these roles.
Adult language, literacy and numeracy delivery contexts include vocational education settings, workplaces, and the community. A range of training organisations (public, not-for-profit, community and private) provides adult language, literacy and numeracy skills development.
Job roles
This qualification may apply to those in roles with responsibility for adult language, literacy and numeracy policy development and response, as well as program design and review. Job roles and titles vary across different organisational contexts. Possible job titles and roles relevant to this qualification include:
- adult literacy and numeracy teacher or leader, training organisation
- practitioner or coordinator, Workplace English Language and Literacy (WELL) program
- senior educator, teaching and learning, training organisation
- adult literacy and numeracy learning resource developer
- program coordinator, training organisation
- educational consultant
- workforce development leader
- policy advisor on language, literacy and numeracy.
Pathways Information
Qualification pathways
Entry requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification, although it is expected that candidates will demonstrate the potential to undertake study at graduate level (see Pathways into the qualification section below).
Prerequisite requirements
There are no prerequisite requirements for individual units of competency.
Pathways into the qualification
Candidates may enter the qualification through a number of entry points, including with:
- a Bachelor's degree or other higher education qualification, together with relevant vocational practice, or
- a relevant Certificate III, Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma with significant relevant vocational practice, or
- TAE70110 Vocational Graduate Certificate in Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy Practice.
Pathways from the qualification
After achieving TAE80110 Vocational Graduate Diploma of Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy Leadership candidates could go on to higher education qualifications.
Articulation to higher education
While there are no formal articulation or credit transfer arrangements, it is anticipated that this qualification would contribute significantly to existing or proposed higher education qualifications in this field. Learners seeking credit into other post-graduate qualifications in higher education will need to apply on an individual basis to organisations delivering those qualifications.
This qualification does not and does not seek to replace the diverse range of post graduate qualifications in adult language, literacy and numeracy available in the university sector.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Licensing , legislative , regulatory or certification considerations
There is no direct link between this qualification and licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Summary
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY |
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TAE80110 Vocational Graduate Diploma of Adult Language , Literacy and Numeracy Leadership The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options. |
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Employability skill |
Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include : |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem-solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 8
3 core units plus
5 elective units
At least 3 of the elective units must be selected from the elective units listed below. Up to 2 elective units may be selected from the elective unit list or from any other currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at Vocational Graduate Certificate or Vocational Graduate Diploma level. Elective units must be relevant to the work outcome and local industry requirements.
Units selected from other Training Packages must not duplicate the outcomes of units selected from the Training and Education Training Package.
Candidates with TAE70110 Vocational Graduate Certificate in Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy Practice will gain credit of 4 elective units towards this qualification.
Core units
BSBRES801A |
Initiate and lead applied research |
TAELLN801A |
Analyse policy and formulate strategic language, literacy and numeracy response |
TAELLN802A |
Research and implement new adult language, literacy and numeracy practices |
Elective units
TAELED704A |
Review enterprise e-learning systems and solutions implementation |
TAELLN804A |
Design programs to develop adult language, literacy and numeracy skills |
TAELLN805A |
Formulate strategy for adult language, literacy and numeracy skill development in a community program |
TAELLN806A |
Initiate, develop and evaluate adult language, literacy and numeracy resources |
TAELLN807A |
Design, implement and evaluate an adult language, literacy and numeracy professional development program |
TAELLN701A |
Analyse and apply adult literacy teaching practices |
TAELLN702A |
Analyse and apply adult numeracy teaching practices |
TAELLN703A |
Develop English language skills of adult learners |
BSBINN801A |
Lead innovative thinking and practice |
Selecting elective units for different outcomes
The context for this qualification varies and will guide the selection of elective units. Examples of recommended elective units for particular work outcomes follow.
For a role as an adult literacy and numeracy coordinator in a training organisation , the following elective units are recommended.
TAELLN804A |
Design programs to develop adult language, literacy and numeracy skills |
TAELLN806A |
Initiate, develop and evaluate adult language, literacy and numeracy resources |
TAELLN807A |
Design, implement and evaluate an adult language, literacy and numeracy professional development program |
BSBINN801A |
Lead innovative thinking and practice |
For a leadership role in a Workplace English Language and Literacy program , the following elective units are recommended.
TAELLN803A |
Formulate workplace strategy for adult language, literacy and numeracy skill development |
TAELLN807A |
Design, implement and evaluate an adult language, literacy and numeracy professional development program |
TAELLN703A |
Develop English language skills of adult learners |
TAELLN806A |
Initiate, develop and evaluate adult language, literacy and numeracy resources |
For a role in educational leadership in a training organisation the following elective units are recommended.
TAELED704A |
Review enterprise e-learning systems and solutions implementation |
TAELLN807A |
Design, implement and evaluate an adult language, literacy and numeracy professional development program |
For a specialisation role as a language , literacy and numeracy resource designer , the following elective units are recommended.
TAELLN806A |
Initiate, develop and evaluate adult language, literacy and numeracy resources |
BSBINN801A |
Lead innovative thinking and practice |
TAELED704A |
Review enterprise e-learning systems and solutions implementation |