COURSE OVERVIEW:

Welcome to the course on Competency-Based Assessment in Vocational Training, where we delve into the fundamental principles and practices of assessing competencies in vocational settings. Throughout this course, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of competency-based assessment, its benefits, key principles, and ethical considerations.

To begin, we will provide an Introduction to Competency-Based Assessment, defining its concept and exploring its advantages in education and training. We will trace the evolution and adoption of competency-based assessment models, highlighting their importance in aligning education with industry needs.

Understanding Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) is essential, and we will delve into its principles, philosophies, and compare it with traditional education approaches. You will learn about the key components of competencies in CBET and how they contribute to effective learning outcomes.

Key Principles of Competency-Based Assessment will be discussed, emphasising the clarity of competency standards, alignment with industry needs, and the focus on performance and demonstrated skills. Roles and responsibilities of trainers and assessors will also be explored, highlighting collaboration between these key stakeholders.

Developing Competency-Based Training Resources is crucial, and we will cover identifying learning outcomes, designing learning resources and activities, and sequencing competency-based learning materials effectively. Designing competency-based assessment tools, including types of assessment methods and developing assessment criteria and rubrics, will also be covered.

Conducting Competency-Based Assessments is a significant aspect of this course, where you will learn how to prepare for assessments, administer them fairly and consistently, and manage assessment evidence and documentation accurately. Providing feedback and assessment outcomes, implementing the principles of assessment, and addressing learner diversity in assessment will also be discussed.

Validation and moderation of assessment processes, recording and reporting assessment results, continuous improvement in competency-based assessment, and ethical considerations will round out the course. You will gain insights into using assessment data for program improvement, seeking feedback from stakeholders, and engaging in professional development for assessors and trainers.

By the end of this course, you will be well-equipped to conduct competency-based assessments effectively, ensure fairness and validity in assessment practices, and uphold ethical standards in vocational education and training.

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LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the end of this course, you will be able to understand the following topics:

·       Definition and Concept of Competency-Based Assessment

·       Benefits and Advantages of Competency-Based Education and Training

·       Evolution and Adoption of Competency-Based Assessment Models

·       Principles and Philosophies of CBET

·       Comparison between Competency-Based and Traditional Education

·       Key Components of Competencies in CBET

·       Key Principles of Competency-Based Assessment

·       Trainer's Role in Competency-Based Education

·       Assessor's Role in Competency-Based Assessment

·       Identifying Learning Outcomes and Competencies

·       Designing Learning Resources and Activities

·       Sequencing Competency-Based Learning Materials

·       Designing Competency-Based Assessment Tools

·       Conducting Competency-Based Assessments

·       Managing Assessment Evidence and Documentation

·       Providing Feedback and Assessment Outcomes

·       Supporting Learners in Understanding Assessment Results

·       Implementing the Principles of Assessment

·       Addressing Bias and Discrimination in Assessment

·       Addressing Learner Diversity in Assessment

·       Supporting Learners with Disabilities or Special Requirements

·       Validating and Moderating Assessment Processes

·       Ensuring Standardisation and Quality Assurance in Assessment

·       Recording and Reporting Assessment Results

·       Continuous Improvement in Competency-Based Assessment

·       Using Assessment Data for Program Improvement

·       Seeking Feedback from Stakeholders for Assessment Enhancement

·       Ethical Considerations in Competency-Based Assessment

COURSE DURATION:

The typical duration of this course is approximately 2-3 hours to complete. Your enrolment is Valid for 12 Months. Start anytime and study at your own pace.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

You must have access to a computer or any mobile device with Adobe Acrobat Reader (free PDF Viewer) installed, to complete this course.

COURSE DELIVERY:

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ASSESSMENT:

A simple 10-question true or false quiz with Unlimited Submission Attempts.

CERTIFICATION:

Upon course completion, you will receive a customised digital “Certificate of Completion”.