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Release 1

This version first released with TAE Training and Education 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. Plan and prepare evaluation

1.1 Document the aim and scope of the evaluation study

1.2 Identify the data and information required, and access sources of information

1.3 Establish a project plan and timelines that identify tasks and stakeholders in the evaluation process

1.4 Select and brief staff to be involved

1.5 Establish constructive relationships with the stakeholders identified in the evaluation plan

2. Collect and collate evaluation data and information for a training program

2.1 Identify the most appropriate technique(s) for gathering quantitative and qualitative data and information

2.2 Develop evaluation instruments to gather data and information

2.3 Arrange workplace visits and meetings, and access to data and information

2.4 Collect data and information, and store in compliance with the record keeping and privacy policies and procedures of the organisation

2.5 Identify and record potentially useful information that is not identified in the evaluation plan

2.6 Collate and process data relevant to the evaluation

3. Analyse evaluation data and information and make conclusions

3.1 Analyse the data and information to identify the outcomes of training, and their impact on workforce capability

3.2 Cross-check findings where possible by comparing with the results from different evaluation instruments

3.3 Develop conclusions about the effectiveness and efficiency of the training program, as per the evaluation aim and scope

3.4 Document areas of training that are satisfactory and those requiring improvement

3.5 Identify factors affecting performance and suggest possible enhancements or alternatives to the training program

4. Report on the conclusions and recommendations of the evaluation

4.1 Document issues and conclusions arising from the analysis conducted

4.2 Make recommendations to stakeholders on areas of possible improvement

4.3 Discuss preliminary findings with stakeholders

4.4 Produce an evaluation report and distribute to all stakeholders

Skill 

Performance 

Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.2, 2.1, 2.4 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3

• Sources and analyses text-based information to identify relevance to requirements
• Interprets written and numeric information to draw conclusions and to inform decision making

Writing

1.1, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 4.1, 4.2, 4.4

• Produces documentation including a project plan, evaluation instruments, data reports, project reports, and evaluations, in a logical and concise manner that incorporates the analysis of information and the development of conclusions and recommendations, using language, format and style appropriate to a specific audience and context

Oral Communication

1.4, 2.3, 2.4, 4.2, 4.3

• Uses appropriate communication techniques to provide and elicit information, confirm understanding, explore client requirements and discuss findings

Numeracy

1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.4

• Collates, interprets and compares numerical and statistical information to apply relevance to requirements

Navigate the world of work

2.4

• Follows organisational protocols, policies and procedures regarding program evaluation

Interact with others

1.5

• Recognises the importance of consultation and collaboration to build rapport, clarify and confirm strategy and receive and incorporate feedback

Get the work done

1.1-1.5, 2.1-2.6, 3.1-3.5, 4.1-4.4

• Plans, organises and completes work according to defined requirements taking responsibility for decisions
• Sequences tasks to achieve efficient outcomes and identifies appropriate process milestones and evaluation processes to assess program effectiveness
• Seeks feedback and identifies and responds to problems and opportunities for improvement and considers options for different or improved approaches

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Comments 

Equivalence status 

TAEDES505 Evaluate a training program

TAEDES505A Evaluate a training program

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages

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Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with TAE Training and Education Training Package Version 2.0.