Welcome to our daily digest – a blog post where we compile all of the resources that we have shared throughout our social networks today in a simple to find & easy to read single post.
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“Gathering Evidence for RPL” What is involved in your RPL process
http://goo.gl/MSWTfW
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) requires assessment of a persons level of learning to determine their ability to complete VET qualifications. This requires assessment against a benchmark without specific training.
RPL is particularly useful for mature-age jobseekers and existing workers with accumulated life and work experiences.
Many models for RPL exist. They must be conclusive without over-assessment. Insources discusses candidate preparation, assessment options, valuation methods and assessment tools to help you in the process.
Skills Tasmania seeking applications from RTOs for funding for the User Choice Program 2014
http://goo.gl/ysdjtK
The User Choice program, is aimed at providing funding to RTOs for training and assessment of trainees and apprentices. All RTOs are eligible to apply for a User Choice contract each calendar year.
RTO’s need to submit their applications between 1st October and 1st December 2013 to receive funding for 2014. Applications can be submitted after December 1st but may not be processed by the New Year.
ACPET WA Private Provider Forum 2013 – Friday 18th October
http://goo.gl/gO9iY4
The Australian Council for Private Education and Training has prepared the ACPET WA Private Provider Forum for 2013 to discuss “The Role of the Education and Training Industry in the Post Mining Boom Economy” and is scheduled for Friday 18th October 2013
The forum provides an opportunity reflect on the current education and training systems, to learn the current governments position, open debate and formulate responses.
New Rules for Vegetation Management Work near Overhead Powerlines by Non Electrical Workers
http://goo.gl/PJufCs
Electricity Safety Regulations in 2009 defined minimum distances from power lines for people, tools, equipment and plant. However vegetation management work was exempted from complying to these distances.
The Blue Book, revised in 2012, now incorporates a sub-section to clarify requirements for vegetation management work near power lines by non-electrical workers.
Energy Safe Victoria has provided the Electrical Safety Rules and the Training Approval Statement for download on their page.
MSA conducting their annual EScan – take part in their Surveys now!
http://goo.gl/qffDjp
Manufacturing Skills Australia’s 2014 Environmental Scan (EScan) is being prepared.
If you’re involved in the manufacturing industry, now is the time to have your say on workforce development, training and the VET sector.
Why contribute? Your insight helps MSA to create a accurate understanding of current and emerging skill requirements for workforce development and for future development of the industry.
Surveys are open for enterprises and RTOs. Survey submissions close 5pm, Friday 4th October, 2013. While you’re there pick up a copy of the 2013 EScan report.
Skills For All Stories – Meet David
David’s story illustrates how training and volunteering has transformed to his personal and working life. It has enabled him to get the job of his choice and provided paths to further career opportunities.
