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The most recent WIAC meeting was held in October of last year in Hobart, Tasmania. With the water training package (NWP07) only recently endorsed, there was much discussion surrounding the future uptake of the package and the Learning Resources that would support it. The agenda covered the following items:
- Certificate II in Remote Essential Services review and concern for the accredited qualifications relating to hydrology units.
- Review of Collection and Distribution units
- ANZCO codes- call for action in revising job roles in the water industry
In addition, our guest speaker Len Bester from WSSA (Water Services Association)reported on the work of his reference group in identifying the appropriate packaging for the Certificate IV in Trade Waste. Development of relevant training and examination of opportunities for skills development and certification was also discussed.
Overall, the outcomes from this meeting proved both positive and constructive. Our next WIAC meeting is scheduled for April on the Gold Coast.
Membership of the Water Industry Advisory Committtee
Role of the WIAC
The role of Industry Advisory Committees in GSA is to provide a strong connection between the work of GSA in developing and promoting Training Packages and training resources and the needs and interests of the industry sector. The IAC will provide advice to GSA on the vocational training needs of the industry sector and will contribute to planning and budget allocations for sector projects and product development. The IAC plays an important role in supporting the management of projects and their consultation and endorsement processes. The members of IACs also play and important role in promoting the importance of VET qualifications and continuous skills improvement in industry enterprises and with training providers.
For more information look at Roles and Responsibilities for Industry Advisory Committees.
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