The vocational outcomes and performance requirements of this unit are set in the context that the learning outcomes to be achieved are defined and documented through a learning program (TAADES402B Design and develop learning programs) and the organisational arrangements to support delivery have been previously determined (TAADEL401B Plan and organize group-based delivery). The focus of the group facilitator is on guiding and supporting learners’ progress towards the learning outcomes/competency to be achieved.

The skill of group facilitation, which is not linked to specified learning outcomes, is also addressed in this Training Package through TAATAS504B Facilitate group processes. The competency defined in that unit focuses on facilitating a group to determine its own outcomes.

Co-learning and assessment with TAADEL401B Plan and organise group-based delivery is strongly recommended where both these competencies are required. Both units are written from the perspective of a face-to-face delivery mode within an off-the-job learning context such as a training room, classroom, meeting room, community setting or any location a group can access which is safe, relevant and conducive to learning.

Throughout this unit the ‘learner’ refers to the individual participating in the group learning process, not the candidate undertaking this unit.

Application of the Unit

The competency specified in this unit is typically required by trainers/facilitators, teachers and training consultants.