Competency Based Training

CBT is a training delivery approach that focuses on the competency

development of the learner as a result of the training.
It emphasizes on what the learner can actually do;
It focuses on outcomes rather than the learning process within specified
time;
It is concerned with the attainment and application of knowledge, skills and
attitude to a specific level of competency.
 10 Principles of Competency Based Training
1. The training is based on curriculum developed from the competency
standards (TR and CBC);
2. Learning is competency-based or modular in its structure.

3. Training delivery is learner-centered and should accommodate

individualized and self-paced learning strategies.

4. Training is based on work that must be performed.

5. Training materials are directly related to the competency standards and
the curriculum.

6. Assessment is based in the collection of evidence of the performance of

work to the industry required standard.

Traditional students are judged against Each students is assessed against the
each other evidences based on standard.

7. Training is based both on and off the job components.

Better learning with industry and school partnership.

8. Training program allows for recognition of prior learning (RPL) or
current competencies

9. Training allows for multiple entry and exit

10. Training programs are registered with the UTPRAS

Approved training programs are nationally accredited (registered with the

UTPRAS or
Unified TVET Program Registration and Accreditation System).
Serves as a team member
Stimulates trainee’s motivation
Manages learning
Diagnose and solves learning problems
Evaluates students’ achievements
Assists learners to obtain individualized rewards
 ROLE OF THE TRAINEE

Select what , when and how they want to learn

Learn at their own rate within program guidelines
Receive credit for what they already know.
Responsible for what and when they learn
Decide when they are ready to perform each task
Compete against prescribed job standards, not against other trainees
Trainees learn according to their interest, needs and abilities
Evaluate their own progress
Move freely in the workshop or laboratory
Learn according to their interests, needs and abilities.
COMPETENCY BASE DELIVERY

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