Work-Based Learning (WBL399-10)

Recognising Learning is the practice of assessing and recognising skills and knowledge applied in a non-academic setting such as the workplace. Knowledge comes from multiple sources and does not happen only in a classroom. What a learner knows and can do should be recognised appropriately no matter how, where or when it was learned. Recognising Learning includes: a. Recognition of Prior Learning or RPL. This can refer to: i. courses taken elsewhere in which case challenge exam (CEX) or a portfolio can be used to assess this formal learning; or ii. on-the-job training (OJT) b. Work-Based Learning where learning is acquired by doing and competency is attained through applying knowledge and skills on the job.

• Sectorial perspectives
• Industrial skill needs
• Employment prospects
• Communication at workplace
• Workplace learning reflection
• Occupation and skills
• Competencies
• Job role descriptions
• Career preparation
• Work-based problems
• Report writing
• Work attitude

• Assess the competency and skills that are required for the work
• Appraise a work-based challenge, and frame the problem for resolution
• Reflect on the acquisition of new skills at workplace or through work-based learning
• Apply new skills and knowledge to the work-based problem
• Demonstrate skills and knowledge learnt in solving a work-based problem
• Distinguish between generic (soft) and technical skills required for the work