Work Item
ASTM WK86911
New Practice for Competency-based Workplace Learning Programs
1. Scope
This standard practice provides instruction to entities for developing and administering competency-based workplace learning (CWL) programs.
This standard practice provides guidance to stakeholders in determining the quality of CWL programs.
This standard practice does not contain instructions or guidance pertaining to certification of persons, certificate programs, or education or training programs in general, including those that issue certificates of participation or certificates of attendance.
Keywords
workplace learning credential; credential; credentialing program
Rationale
4.1. Today’s labor shortages demand competency-based workplace learning (CWL) programs that are validated by industry. A standard practice relative to CWL programs formalizes this important type of skill-based, workforce preparation by offering industry a framework for success. CWL programs that result in a credential increase the total number of individuals holding credentials, allowing for worker advancement (upskilling and reskilling), portability, and a talent pipeline of highly skilled workers for the employer.
This standard practice will have a positive impact on worker-learners from various populations, generally those who develop their skills while working on the job and will streamlines the process for employers transitioning employees to in-demand, high-quality employment opportunities, allowing for more sustainable economic mobility.
CWL programs offer learning opportunities for individuals seeking skills that may not be attained in a traditional classroom. For workers, CWL programs are designed to provide new job skills, hands-on training experiences, and interaction with individuals with expertise in the occupation as facilitators in the learning and assessment processes. For employers, CWL programs are designed to provide a skilled pipeline of talent to meet specific industry needs.
The title and scope are in draft form and are under development within this ASTM Committee.
Work Item Status
Date Initiated: 06-22-2023
Technical Contact: Mickie Rops
Item: 000
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