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PSPREG016
Conduct data analysis

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit describes the skills required to cover activities involved in analysing and matching data from a range of sources. It includes analysing information, and documenting outcomes of the analysis.

This unit applies to those working in public sector roles conducting regulatory activities.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.

Those undertaking this unit would work independently and/or in teams, performing complex tasks in a range of familiar and unfamiliar contexts.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Analyse data

1.1 Undertake analysis dependent upon the nature of the data and intended purpose of the analysis.

1.2 Select methods of analysis in accordance with any relevant industry standards, precedents and techniques.

1.3 Identify trends and draw inferences in light of environmental and cultural factors relevant to the particular situation.

1.4 Make the chain of reasoning in formulating inferences clear to ensure transparency to users of the data.

1.5 Take a proactive approach to identify and assess the need for new or changed systems and processes for analysing data to more effectively meet objectives.

2. Document outcomes of analysis

2.1 Recommend actions based upon analysis of data in the context of the purpose of the analysis and the objectives and priorities of the organisation's strategies and plans.

2.2 Make links between the outcomes proposed as a result of the data analysis and the organisation's strategies clear to the intended audience.

2.3 Complete relevant reports promptly and disseminate to appropriate staff and management.

2.4 Incorporate results of data analysis into ongoing review of organisational strategies and plans.

2.5 Prepare documentation that is clear, concise and accessible to all relevant staff.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. The candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

undertaking analysis and problem-solving

reading and applying complex information from legislation

communicating, including questioning and negotiating meaning

undertaking planning and time management in the context of data analysis

preparing written reports and recommendations requiring accuracy, and formal structures and language

using information technology for data analysis, recording and reporting

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

methods of analysis

agency structure, services and environment

data collection and management systems

the range of analytical techniques appropriate for information analysis

inductive/deductive reasoning processes

the influence of human factors on data analysis

personalities in analysis

construction of sound inductive arguments

fallacies in reasoning

how data analysis outcomes can contribute to the review of national strategies/plans

public sector legislation

This unit contains no specific industry-mandated assessment conditions. Guidance on suggested and recommended conditions and methods can be found in the Implementation Guide.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Analyse data

1.1 Undertake analysis dependent upon the nature of the data and intended purpose of the analysis.

1.2 Select methods of analysis in accordance with any relevant industry standards, precedents and techniques.

1.3 Identify trends and draw inferences in light of environmental and cultural factors relevant to the particular situation.

1.4 Make the chain of reasoning in formulating inferences clear to ensure transparency to users of the data.

1.5 Take a proactive approach to identify and assess the need for new or changed systems and processes for analysing data to more effectively meet objectives.

2. Document outcomes of analysis

2.1 Recommend actions based upon analysis of data in the context of the purpose of the analysis and the objectives and priorities of the organisation's strategies and plans.

2.2 Make links between the outcomes proposed as a result of the data analysis and the organisation's strategies clear to the intended audience.

2.3 Complete relevant reports promptly and disseminate to appropriate staff and management.

2.4 Incorporate results of data analysis into ongoing review of organisational strategies and plans.

2.5 Prepare documentation that is clear, concise and accessible to all relevant staff.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. The candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

undertaking analysis and problem-solving

reading and applying complex information from legislation

communicating, including questioning and negotiating meaning

undertaking planning and time management in the context of data analysis

preparing written reports and recommendations requiring accuracy, and formal structures and language

using information technology for data analysis, recording and reporting

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

methods of analysis

agency structure, services and environment

data collection and management systems

the range of analytical techniques appropriate for information analysis

inductive/deductive reasoning processes

the influence of human factors on data analysis

personalities in analysis

construction of sound inductive arguments

fallacies in reasoning

how data analysis outcomes can contribute to the review of national strategies/plans

public sector legislation

This unit contains no specific industry-mandated assessment conditions. Guidance on suggested and recommended conditions and methods can be found in the Implementation Guide.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

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Observation Checklist

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Undertake analysis dependent upon the nature of the data and intended purpose of the analysis. 
Select methods of analysis in accordance with any relevant industry standards, precedents and techniques. 
Identify trends and draw inferences in light of environmental and cultural factors relevant to the particular situation. 
Make the chain of reasoning in formulating inferences clear to ensure transparency to users of the data. 
Take a proactive approach to identify and assess the need for new or changed systems and processes for analysing data to more effectively meet objectives. 
Recommend actions based upon analysis of data in the context of the purpose of the analysis and the objectives and priorities of the organisation's strategies and plans. 
Make links between the outcomes proposed as a result of the data analysis and the organisation's strategies clear to the intended audience. 
Complete relevant reports promptly and disseminate to appropriate staff and management. 
Incorporate results of data analysis into ongoing review of organisational strategies and plans. 
Prepare documentation that is clear, concise and accessible to all relevant staff. 
Undertake analysis dependent upon the nature of the data and intended purpose of the analysis. 
Select methods of analysis in accordance with any relevant industry standards, precedents and techniques. 
Identify trends and draw inferences in light of environmental and cultural factors relevant to the particular situation. 
Make the chain of reasoning in formulating inferences clear to ensure transparency to users of the data. 
Take a proactive approach to identify and assess the need for new or changed systems and processes for analysing data to more effectively meet objectives. 
Recommend actions based upon analysis of data in the context of the purpose of the analysis and the objectives and priorities of the organisation's strategies and plans. 
Make links between the outcomes proposed as a result of the data analysis and the organisation's strategies clear to the intended audience. 
Complete relevant reports promptly and disseminate to appropriate staff and management. 
Incorporate results of data analysis into ongoing review of organisational strategies and plans. 
Prepare documentation that is clear, concise and accessible to all relevant staff. 

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