If you work in VET, you've likely come across the term 'clustering'

Clustering can be used for assessment or learning delivery, but it's not as simple as delivering two units at the same time - there needs to be a thoughtful method behind it to make it effective!

In this session we'll discuss the important factors to consider when looking to cluster units of competency, including how to do it in such a way as to mimic real-life situations, create more authentic and intuitive learning experiences for learners, and overall, an outcome more representative of relevant workplace tasks and conditions. 

Many RTOs offer clustering in response to industry demand for more economic and more efficient training delivery. And for assessors, clustering gives the added bonus of more opportunity for holistic evidence gathering. Join this session to know more about this in-demand and time- and resource-saving strategy.

This session will:

  • Give us an introduction to the concept of clustering and co-delivery, including some of the benefits and pitfalls
  • Identify why clustering is a popular choice for training and assessment strategies
  • Explore an example of how the depth and breadth of the topic area can guide clustering decisions
  • Help us to understand how to visualise the required competency and what factors we need to take into consideration when doing so
  • Discuss clustering as an approach for delivery and for assessment  
  • Introduce a framework for implementation, including considerations for the learning plan

How this session links to compliance PD

Register for 'Clustering and co-delivery' to find out more and achieve currency PD for this critical aspect that goes toward your knowledge and skills in vocational training, learning and assessment (Clauses 1.13c, 1.16)

Knowledge evidence of processes for clustering units of competency is required in the following TAE units:

👉 TAEDES411 - Use nationally recognised training products to meet vocational training needs 

  • methodology relating to analysing and using nationally recognised training products to meet the skills and knowledge needs of learners, including: clustering units of competency for delivery and assessment

 👉 TAEDES513 - Design and develop e-learning resources  

  • methods for: clustering units of competency

 👉 TAEDES512 - Design and develop print-based learning resources

  • processes for addressing the following in learning resources: clustering units of competency to address a job function or role in training or assessment

 👉 TAEASS512 - Design and develop assessment tools

  • processes for clustering units of competency to address a job function or role in assessment

 👉 TAEDES511 - Design and develop strategies for training and assessment

  • key components of strategies for training and assessment: clustering units of competency to address a job function or role in training or assessment
  • design approaches, including clustering and standalone units of competency

Want to develop advanced clustering skills for your assessment tools?

Session presenter

Marc Ratcliffe


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