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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Conduct an analysis to determine outcomes of learning for skills development and other purposes 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
15218  Conduct an analysis to determine outcomes of learning for skills development and other purposes 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Human Resource Management and Practices 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 03 - Business, Commerce and Management Studies Human Resources 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 6  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6  4 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2026-06-30   2029-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard replaces: 
US ID Unit Standard Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Credits Replacement Status
9946  Develop workplace skills plan(s)  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  20   

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
This Unit Standard is for people who intend to conduct an analysis to determine outcomes of learning for the purposes of defining skills needs at organisational level and/or to identify assessment standard titles at industry or sub-sector level. The Unit Standard will be especially useful to skills development facilitators, training managers and human resource development practitioners.

People credited with this Unit Standard are able to:
  • plan, organise a skills analysis process
  • conduct an analysis to determine outcomes of learning needed for formal recognition
  • produce and verify a matrix of outcomes. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    It is assumed that people starting to learn towards this Standard are competent in Communication, Mathematical Literacy and Computer Literacy at NQF Level 4. 

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    An "Outcome" represents a significant, coherent, meaningful milestone of learning that is worth recognising as an individual achievement.

    The Outcomes identified may be used for the purposes of identifying skills development needs at organisational level or as titles for assessment standards at industry or sector level.

    It is expected that the candidate seeking this Unit Standard will conduct the analysis through the facilitation of group processes, interviews and document studies.

    The term "analyst" refers to the person seeking recognition for this Unit Standard. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Plan and organise the analysis process. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The scope and purpose of the analysis is defined in line with organisational or sub-field requirements and aligns with intended reasons for formal recognition of outcomes of learning. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. The form of the analysis selected is appropriate to the skill areas to be analysed and enables the analyst to identify outcomes appropriate to those areas. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    There are a variety of forms of analysis that could be used including purpose analysis, work process analysis, functional analysis, task analysis. More than one type of analysis could be used in order to verify results.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Possible sources of information are identified and selected in terms of their potential to provide details of skills, knowledge and attributes required by people in relation to key roles and/or work processes. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Any of the following sources as may be applicable in the situation: subject matter experts, management, customers, work instructions, standing operating procedures, training manuals, key shareholders, legislation, reports.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. People with an established interest in the results of the analysis are identified and the nature of their contribution is confirmed in accordance with organisational or national policies and procedures. Sufficient notification is provided to ensure participants are aware of times, venues and purpose of any activities related to the analysis process. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. All resources needed to ensure an effective process are obtained so as to be ready and available on time. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Resources include venue, audio and visual aids, source documentation, recording resources and catering.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    6. Insights gained from similar processes are incorporated into the planning and preparation. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Conduct the analysis. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    The analysis to include the facilitation of group processes, interviews and document studies where these methods are relevant. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Clear definitions are provided to participants concerning the nature and purpose of any outcomes analysis workshops. The nature and purpose are confirmed with relevant stakeholders where necessary. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Confirmed to be within the scope, terms of reference and authority of the analyst.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Information is collected and recorded using structured data collection methods. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Including the use of a selection of interviews, observation, questionnaires, brainstorms or surveys as may be applicable to the situation.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. The information is checked and verified for completeness, relevance and validity. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Group processes and dynamics are managed to ensure the achievement of the workshop purposes. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. The analysis yields outcomes that are realistic, current and fit for purpose in terms of the needs of the organisation or sub-field concerned. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    "Fit for purpose" means the outcomes
  • are significant, measurable, meaningful, coherent milestones
  • are attainable by and attributable to individuals
  • can be justified as outcomes worthy of recognition,
  • reflect the organisation or sub-field's current and predicted needs, and
  • address individual's needs for recognition.
     
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    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Develop and verify a matrix of outcomes. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The matrix reflects the outcomes needed within the defined scope and a clear rationale is provided and endorsed in terms of the established needs for recognition. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The needs for recognition including standards as parts of a qualification or as recognition milestones in their own right.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. The matrix is continually updated so as to reflect changes that emerge through the design and implementation process. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. The outcomes are written in precise and meaningful language, consistent with normal and/or sub-field usage. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Outcome statements are presented in the format required by approval bodies and are unique to the organisation. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Unless specifically required in another format, the conventional format of "active verb - noun" should be used, including a condition or modifier where required.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. The presentation of the matrix allows for easy access to and interpretation of the information and Outcomes are clearly linked to the various roles or disciplines within the scope of the analysis. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    6. The Outcomes describe results of applying skill and knowledge and avoid describing methods and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    7. Key stakeholders are consulted, through structured processes, concerning the usefulness, relevance, validity and size of the proposed Outcomes. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    8. Agreed changes are made to reflect the inputs of key stakeholders, if necessary. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    1. Anyone assessing a learner against this Unit Standard must be registered as an assessor with a relevant Education and Training Quality Assurance Body (ETQA) or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA..
    2. Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this Unit Standard or will assess this Unit Standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA.
    3. Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines in the relevant qualification and the agreed accredited ETQA procedures.
    4. Therefore, anyone wishing to be assessed against this Unit Standard may apply to be assessed by any assessment agency, assessor or provider institution that is accredited by the relevant ETQA. 

    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    The following essential embedded knowledge will be assessed through assessment of the Specific Outcomes in terms of the stipulated Assessment criteria
  • The essential concepts, principles, structures and terminology of an
    outcomes-based system.
  • Methods of facilitating group processes and the dynamics involved.
  • Methods of gathering, analysing and recording data 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
  • Identify and solve problems:
    This outcome will be demonstrated during the planning stage as well as when conducting the analysis. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
  • Work effectively with others and in teams
    This outcome will be demonstrated when conducting the analysis using group processes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
  • Organise and manage oneself and one`s activities responsibly and effectively This Unit Standard requires high levels of self-management and organisation. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
  • Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information
    The standard is primarily focused on this outcome, in particular specific outcome 2:
    Conduct the analysis 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
  • Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills
    Communication will be demonstrated during the preparation, the actual analysis and when recording the results. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
  • Understand the world as a set of inter-related parts of a system
    The inter-relatedness of roles, disciplines and outcomes will emerge throughout the analysis. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    This unit standard replaces unit standard 9946, "Develop workplace skills plan(s)", Level 5, 20 credits. 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  50330   Bachelor: Occupationally Directed Education Training and Development Practices  Level 6  NQF Level 07  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Core  50331   National Certificate: Occupationally Directed Education, Training and Development Practices  Level 6  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  ETDP SETA 
    Elective  50334   National Certificate: Occupationally Directed Education Training and Development Practices  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  ETDP SETA 
    Elective  61592   National Diploma: Human Resources Management and Practices  Level 5  NQF Level 05  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Elective  50333   National Diploma: Occupationally Directed Education, Training and Development Practices  Level 5  NQF Level 05  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  ETDP SETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
    This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.
     
    1. ASORIP NPC 
    2. Azanian Community Development Pty Ltd 
    3. Corporate Safety Training Academy PTY Ltd 
    4. CTU Training Solutions 
    5. Curoplex PTY LTD 
    6. Empirical Training Agency (PTY) Ltd 
    7. Enskills Training and Consulting 
    8. Gare Kgare Projects (Pty) Ltd 
    9. Genius Business College (Pty) Ltd 
    10. Giver of Givers Foundation Organisation 
    11. HLOSI SECURITY SOLUTIONS 
    12. Ikamva Projects Pty Ltd 
    13. Katlego Compliance Training 
    14. KDS Centre for Skills Development and Training Pty Ltd 
    15. Lehlabile Emergency Institute 
    16. LICENCE WISE TRAINING SPECIALISTS 
    17. Lionsden Africa Business Solutions Pty Ltd 
    18. Mabidi Funzani Trading And Projects Pty Ltd 
    19. MASHUSHE ETDP TRADING AND PROJECTS 
    20. Mentor Me Corporate Foundation 
    21. Metro Minds 
    22. MOKO SECURITY SERVICES 
    23. PHALANE SAFETY CONSULTANT AND TRAINING PROVIDERS PTY LTD 
    24. TDM Management Consulting Pty Ltd 
    25. The Finishing College (Pty) Lt 
    26. Totally Tailored Solutions Pty Ltd 
    27. Training Consultant and SD College 
    28. Tshepo Hope Consulting 
    29. UMO LEARNING SUPPORT SYSTEM 
    30. Vicresco (Pty) Ltd 
    31. VUWA PROJECTS 
    32. Workers Knowledge Centre Pty Ltd 
    33. XO EDUCATION (Pty) Ltd 


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