Skill Analysis

Skill analysis offers a flexible and effective foundation for human resource development. Customized performance development plans can be designed based on analysis of the existing skills of the group or individual.

A skill is a task or activity required for competency on the job. Having competency in a skill requires knowledge, experience, attitude, and feedback. Performance assessment criteria clearly define the acceptable level of competency for each skill required to perform the job. The individual's level of competency in each skill is measured against a performance standard established by the organization.

Our approach to skill analysis
Future Learning Inc. uses the DACUM (Developing A Curriculum) approach to skill (competency) analysis. This approach is a proven, efficient approach that involves employees at all levels of the organization. It results in the development of competency documents that are relevant to management and employees, and that can be quickly implemented within the organization.

The benefits of the competency approach
There are many different approaches to competency analysis. Some competency studies take months to complete and result in vague statements that have little relevance to people in the organization. Our approach is quick and efficient, and is classified as a "ground-up" approach to competency analysis rather than a "top-down" approach. The benefits to this approach include:

• Increased productivity.
• Improved work performance.
• Training that is focused on organizational objectives.
• Employees know up front what is expected of them.
• Employees are empowered to become partners in their own performance development.
• The approach builds trust between employees and managers.
• The interaction required by the model is a catalyst for mutual understanding and appreciation.

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