1. All training is competency based which means learners are assessed on skills they can demonstrate, tasks they can perform and required skills and knowledge they have gained to effectively perform their work.
2. It is essential both the learner and the employer/supervisor be thoroughly familiar with the learner manual, the material it contains and the need to demonstrate achievement of the competencies.
3. It is essential Access Group Training be notified of any changes of circumstances or problems which affect the ability of the learner to complete the traineeship.
   
   A. The employer (supervisor/workplace coach) is responsible for:

• Providing a safe working environment
• The provision and delivery of instruction in the on the job training
• Providing 'hands-on' experience, the full range of work and appropriate facilities for the learner to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to complete the traineeship 
• The supervision, practice and support needed to develop skills
• Co-ordinating workplace training and assessment so that it fits in with the learner's everyday work and their training
• Liaising with the workplace assessor regarding formal assessment times and methods
• Signing the learner's training plan, assessment visit reports and supervisor reports.

•  Make all reasonable efforts to acquire the skills of the vocation
• Self assess in conjunction with the employer/supervisor prior to visits by the workplace assessor. This is to ensure they have thorough knowledge of the competencies and have the ability to demonstrate the necessary skills and knowledge to be deemed competent.
• Collect and present evidence relating to specific competencies and complete assessment work as discussed with workplace assessor 
• Participate in assessment visits, have completed work/evidence available and notify the workplace assessor in advance if they cannot attend scheduled appointments.
  
  C. Access Group Training Will Provide:  
  
• The learning and assessment manual
• Advice on assessment and flexible methods to cater for specific needs
• Monitoring and assessment visits for the duration of the traineeship
• The appropriate certificate upon completion of the traineeship
  
  D. Assessments: 

i. The workplace assessor will seek evidence to confirm achievement of the competencies. This may entail:

• Supervisor Reports
• Interview & Questioning
• On-the-job Observation
• Practical Demonstration
• Written Questions
• Written Projects/Tasks
• Role Play
• Portfolio/Work Samples