Competency Based Training provides an objective standard by which to assess a worker’s skills, and it means that a learner/worker may gain recognition for skills acquired outside formal education channels.

Nationally Recognised Competency  Based Training has many benefits for employees and employers alike.

Benefits to learner/workers may include:

• Safer work environment
• Recognition of previous learning and experiences
• Recognition of existing skills and knowledge
• Personal satisfaction through achievement
• Relevant vocational knowledge
• Increased bargaining power
• Career opportunities are enhanced
• Career change and mobility
• Certificates are recognised throughout Australia

Some of the benefits an employer may experience are:

• Increased safety
• Decreased Work Cover levies
• Decrease in down-time and inefficiency
• Increased profitability
• Improved quality
• Increased competitive power
• Increased bargaining power
• More satisfied workforce