TAESS00009
TAESS00009 Address Foundation Skills in Vocational Practice Skill Set
This skill set is designed for any trainer/assessor who wishes to enhance their knowledge in supporting people with the development of their foundation skills.
Foundation skills are basic skills that people require in order to be employable, such as reading, writing, communication and basic numeracy skills.
TAESS00009 recognises trainer’s abilities to gather resources and access support in order to assist their students develop foundation skills, as well as integrate these foundation skills into other VET courses.
This skill set covers the following units of competency:
TAELLN411 – Address adult language, literacy and numeracy skills
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to identify language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skill requirements of training and the work environment, and to use resources and strategies that meet the needs of the learner group.
It applies to individuals who teach, train, assess and develop training and assessment resources.
The key areas covered within this unit of competency include:
- Analysis of LLN requirements
- Selection of resources and implementation of strategies used to address LLN skill requirements
- Implementation of specialist LLN support where required
- Evaluation of the effectiveness of implemented learning support and assessment strategies when addressing LLN requirements
If you hold TAELLN411, completed as part of your TAE qualification, you may be eligible for a credit transfer for this unit.
TAELLN412 – Access resources and support to address foundation skills in vocational practice
This unit outlines the skills and knowledge required to access resources, which include collaboration with foundation skills specialists, in order to integrate foundation skills into a vocational training program.
It applies to individuals who teach, train, assess and develop training and assessment resources.
The key areas covered within this unit of competency include:
- Identification of resourcing needs for effective delivery and assessment of foundation skills
- Researching suitable resources to address foundation skills in vocational practice
- Sourcing and putting to use resources and support
- Evaluation of personal performance when supporting foundation skills development
TAELLN413 – Integrate foundation skills into vocational training delivery
This unit outlines the skills and knowledge required to identify the foundation skills requirements that are critical to vocational competence within a vocational training specification. It covers how to plan, design and address those requirements using integrated approaches.
It applies to individuals who teach, train and assess; and those who develop training and assessment resources.
The key areas covered within this unit of competency include:
- Analysis of foundation skills content critical to vocational competence
- Planning integrated delivery
- Implementation of integrated delivery
- Evaluation of instructional strategies used
Your ability to deliver excellent training and thorough assessment begins with your choice to receive the highest standard of education from an RTO who is truly passionate about supporting people throughout their journey to becoming remarkable trainers and assessors.
It is important to note that competence in this skill set does not indicate that a person is a qualified specialist adult language, literacy or numeracy practitioner.
Delivery Methods
Online via RPL Pathway
Duration: up to 6 months to complete, however many participants complete this skill set in a matter of weeks, even over a few days if they are already experienced.
Assessment Overview
We are currently offering this skill set via RPL pathway, please contact us to discuss the RPL process and required evidence to fulfil the assessment criteria.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to hold this Skill-set?
If you are involved in teaching/assessing anything from the FSK – Foundation Skills Training Package – yes.
In November 2019 version 2.o of the FSK – Foundation Skills Training Package was released. With it came new requirements for anyone teaching and assessing units from this training package.
Previously, like most other VET courses, FSK trainers just needed the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment plus industry skills and experience.
What is the FSK Training Package?
It includes three qualifications:
- FSK10219 – Certificate I in Skills for Vocational Pathways
- FSK10119 – Certificate I in Access to Vocational Pathways
- FSK20119 – Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways
These are quite basic, entry level qualifications typically designed for individuals who need to develop foundation skills to access a further vocational learning pathway.
What are the requirements for FSK Teachers/Assessors?
They must:
- satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards
- have sound knowledge of the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF)
- have demonstrable expertise, knowledge and skills in the vocational contextualisation and assessment of digital technology
- hold TAESS00009 Address Foundation Skills in Vocational Practice Skill Set;
- or a higher level education qualification, such as the TAE80113 Graduate Diploma of Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy Practice (and its equivalent TAE70111); or
Bachelor of Education, Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma of Education, or higher. This may include qualifications relating to TESOL, adult education or vocational education.
Where did we get this from? Each FSK unit of competency has it in the Assessment Conditions section – see an example here (scroll right down to the end of the document).
Would I get RPL in this skill set if I already hold the TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment?
At the very least, you will already hold one of the three units; TAELLN411 Address adult language, literacy and numeracy skills. You will get a credit transfer for this, leaving only the other two units to complete.
If you have considerable experience in teaching/assessing with FSK units, you may indeed have RPL in the other two units.
Entry Requirements
There are two sections we want you to read, understand and be comfortable with before enrolling with us:
- The Important Enrolment Information section – a combination of a client handbook and general terms and conditions which apply to all courses.
- The information below which includes entry requirements specific to this course.
To enrol into a Training and Assessment qualification with Accellier you must:
- Have a good English language and literacy skills sufficient to undertake study at Certificate IV level.
- Have access to a training organisation to practice your skills and be assessed in.
- Be able to demonstrate vocational competency in your proposed teaching and assessing area (Vocational competency is defined as broad industry knowledge and experience, e.g., having industry experience or holding a relevant qualification).
- Have access to a suitably experienced 3rd party person who can assist us with making our assessment decisions where required (e.g., you have the support of a manager or supervisor to do the course).
- Have some basic computer skills – most importantly, the ability organise and manage your files and documents, edit documents, research information on the internet, install and use apps, record video on your phone/iPad or similar.
- Have regular access to a computer with a reliable broadband Internet connection (there is a lot of video and audio material in the course, so having a good download speed and allowance is recommended)
- Be capable of self-motivation, time management and creative problem solving.
- Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn – you understand that learning anything worthwhile can be a challenge and you’re ready for that challenge.
- Bring a laptop if completing face-to-face training.
Your computer or laptop (this is just a rough guide) should be reasonably modern and you should have an up to date web browser such as Firefox or Google Chrome. It will need to have a word-processing application such as Microsoft Word or access to Google Docs. Generally speaking if you can see and hear YouTube-style videos then you’ll be able to take full advantage of our resources.
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