Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

LGACOMP007A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Participate in policy development

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Issue Date: April 2024


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Unit of Competency LGACOMP007A - Participate in policy development
Description This unit covers participating in research activities and consultation processes that inform policy development. The unit looks specifically at the gathering of information to underpin policy development and the research necessary to analyse policies that impact on the client group and the work of the organisation.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in councils of all sizes. Knowledge of the legislation and regulations within which councils must operate is essential. The unique nature of councils, as a tier of government directed by elected members and reflecting the needs of local communities, must be appropriately reflected.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Gather information on policy development needs
  • Research and consultation with clients and other stakeholders are conducted in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
  • Research and consultation methods are reliable and make efficient use of resources in accordance with organisational requirements.
  • Information is organised in a format suitable for analysis, interpretation and dissemination in accordance with organisational requirements.
  • Information is assessed for accuracy and relevance in accordance with policy development requirements.
  • Information is updated, modified, maintained and stored in accordance with organisational requirements.
       
Element: Contribute to the evaluation of policy
       
Element: Objectives of the research into policy development are clearly defined.
  • Data used in research is valid and relevant to research purposes.
  • Research strategies are appropriate to policy development requirements.
  • Methods of data analysis are reliable and suitable to research purposes.
  • Assumptions made in analysis are clear, justified and consistent with research objectives.
  • Conclusions are supported by evidence and contribute to policy development.
       
Element: Provide feedback on policy development needs
  • Research findings are reported and distributed in accordance with organisational requirements.
  • Recommendations and issues on changes to policy are presented in an appropriate format.
  • Views and opinions of clients and key stakeholders are presented in an appropriate format.
       


Evidence Required

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Overview of assessment requirements

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

The demonstrated ability to:

participate in research and consultation processes that will inform policy development

analyse and interpret data to support the policy development process

employ either verbal or written means to provide information and feedback

involve all stakeholders in an informed debate to provide recommendations for policy options

Context of assessment

Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, with particular attention to the critical aspects of evidence and the knowledge and skills elaborated in the Evidence Guide, and within the scope of the Range Statement.

Assessment must take account of the endorsed Assessment Guidelines in the Local Government Training Package.

Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken in an actual workplace or simulated environment.

Assessment should reinforce the integration of the key competencies for the particular AQF level. Refer to the key competency levels at the end of this unit.

Relationship to other units(prerequisite or co-requisite units)

To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role.

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested:

observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies

written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completion of workplace documentation

third-party reports from experienced practitioners

completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

Evidence should be collected over a set period of time that is sufficient to include dealings with an appropriate range and variety of situations.

Resource implications

The learner and trainer should have access to appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit

Required Skills

literacy skills to write complex correspondence and reports

proofreading and editing skills

report writing skills

problem-solving skills

technology skills

research skills

ability to relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities

Required Knowledge

local government processes

organisational policies, procedures and processes

environmental and resource hazards/risks and inefficiencies

basic understanding of sustainability

organisation's business and structure

organisation's record keeping practices, filing systems and security procedures

methods to identify new sources of information and use them efficiently and effectively

procedures to analyse information to identify patterns and trends

qualitative and quantitative processes

information management systems and methods

principles of report writing and data presentation

research processes and strategies

The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.

Research and consultation methods may include:

consulting with stakeholders

developments in other public sector or private sector organisations

evaluation of similar policies

benchmarking

pilots or trials of policy

quantitative or qualitative data

survey instruments

Organisational requirements may include:

quality assurance and/or procedures manuals

security and confidentiality requirements

legal and organisational policies, guidelines and requirements

management and accountability channels

code of conduct and code of ethics

procedures for updating records

occupational health and safety policies and procedures

environmental and resource efficiency

sustainable practice

information protocols

policy development systems

business and performance plans

anti-discrimination policy

ethical standards

defined resource parameters

Objectives of the research may include:

hypothesis testing

situational diagnosis

identification of trends

process mapping

comparative analysis

Research strategies may include:

interviewing colleagues and clients

focus groups

data analysis

product sampling

documentation reviews

Methods of data analysis may include:

feedback on results

review of previous research

peer review

data sampling

statistical analysis

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Research and consultation with clients and other stakeholders are conducted in accordance with organisational policies and procedures. 
Research and consultation methods are reliable and make efficient use of resources in accordance with organisational requirements. 
Information is organised in a format suitable for analysis, interpretation and dissemination in accordance with organisational requirements. 
Information is assessed for accuracy and relevance in accordance with policy development requirements. 
Information is updated, modified, maintained and stored in accordance with organisational requirements. 
 
Data used in research is valid and relevant to research purposes. 
Research strategies are appropriate to policy development requirements. 
Methods of data analysis are reliable and suitable to research purposes. 
Assumptions made in analysis are clear, justified and consistent with research objectives. 
Conclusions are supported by evidence and contribute to policy development. 
Research findings are reported and distributed in accordance with organisational requirements. 
Recommendations and issues on changes to policy are presented in an appropriate format. 
Views and opinions of clients and key stakeholders are presented in an appropriate format. 

Forms

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