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Figure 4.2: Structure of a Unit of Competency4.2.2 Element of CompetencyAn element of competency describes the essential outcomes within a unit ofcompetency. The elements of competency are the basic building blocks of the unitof competency. They describe in terms of outcomes the significant functions andtasks that make up the competency.4.2.3 Performance criteriaPerformance criteria indicate the standard of performance that is required todemonstrate achievement within an element of competency. The standards reflectidentified industry skill needs. Performance criteria will be made up of certainspecified skills, knowledge and attitudes. Figure 4.3 which compares competencystandards with curriculum and shows the linkages between both methods oflearning and assessment.P a g e | 32

Figure 4-2: Competency Standards verses Curriculum4.3 Competency Based Assessment (CBA)CBA is the strategy of assessing the competency of a trainee or worker. Assessmentutilises a range of assessment strategies to ensure that trainees are assessed in amanner that demonstrates validity, fairness, reliability, flexibility and fairness ofassessment processes.Assessment can be completed in a variety of ways:On-the-job – in the workplaceOff-the-job – at an educational institution or dedicated training environmentAs a combination of these two options.No longer is it necessary for trainees to be absent from the workplace for longperiods of time in order to obtain recognised and accredited qualifications.4.3.1 Principles of Competency Based Assessment (CBA)Competency based assessment is aimed at compiling a list of evidence that showsthat a person is competent in a particular unit of competency. Competencies aregained in many ways including:Training and development programsFormal educationLife experienceApprenticeshipsP a g e | 33

Figure 4-2: Competency Standards verses Curriculum4.3 Competency Based Assessment (CBA)CBA is the strategy of assessing the competency of a trainee or worker. Assessmentutilises a range of assessment strategies to ensure that trainees are assessed in amanner that demonstrates validity, fairness, reliability, flexibility and fairness ofassessment processes.Assessment can be completed in a variety of ways:On-the-job – in the workplaceOff-the-job – at an educational institution or dedicated training environmentAs a combination of these two options.No longer is it necessary for trainees to be absent from the workplace for longperiods of time in order to obtain recognised and accredited qualifications.4.3.1 Principles of Competency Based Assessment (CBA)Competency based assessment is aimed at compiling a list of evidence that showsthat a person is competent in a particular unit of competency. Competencies aregained in many ways including:Training and development programsFormal educationLife experienceApprenticeshipsP a g e | 33

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