In recent years, Defence’s delivery of training and education
has changed significantly. There has been a definite shift towards
a more integrated approach, catering for the needs of both military
and civilian personnel.
This has included the rationalisation of existing institutions
and courses.
One of the initiatives that highlights this change in focus is
the feasibility study being conducted by the Defence Education,
Training and Development Branch (DETD), into Defence Clerical
and Administrative (C&A) training.
The study began in 2001 with a view to developing options for
more effective and efficient delivery of C&A training.
During 2003, a number of research activities are building on the
data gathered over the previous two years.
A Competency Mapping Analysis of the C&A workplace and training
environment was completed in August. This study identified a range
of national competency standards suitable for consideration within
the ADO C&A environment.
An Options Development Study Team (ODST), comprising a panel of
Group and Service representatives, is undertaking research to
identify and develop a range of options for future delivery of
C&A training, recognising that both common and Group/Service
unique components must be accounted for.
The ODST will present its report in December 2003.
A comprehensive cost analysis will be undertaken of the ODST options,
which will be reported in early 2004.
A final report, covering the ODST options and cost analysis outcomes
will be presented to the Training Policy and Projects Group for
consideration in early 2004.
For further information the POC is Mr John Murray, Assistant Director
Training Rationalisation, telephone 6266 3538,
email john.murray@defence.gov.au,
or visit http://defweb.cbr.defence.gov.au/det/clerical/
