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Foundational Skills

Foundational skills comprise a range of skills, knowledge and attributes that are essential to every individual. Such skills enable all to better adapt to new job demands and changing work environment. They are portable across all industries.

The ES WSQ Framework is now open for those keen to become Public ATO to offer ES training to employer-sponsored individuals.

WPLN credentials are recognised by companies and various training institutions as alternative qualifications to the GCE 'N' and 'O' levels for recruitment and admission purposes.

The Institute of Technical Education (ITE) is one of the first supporters of ES. Since January 2007, ITE has adopted WPLN certification as an alternative entrance requirement for Nitec courses.

Learning for Results! Handbook

Aids companies in the implementation and transfer of learning at the workplace.

For Who

Employers, line managers , training managers and HR personnel

What does it Cover

Four key phases are identified and addressed in this toolkit. An appreciation and importance of each phase and its benefits to be gained are presented to the user.
  • Introduction (please download Part 1 of 4 advertorials)
  • Preparation & Implementation (please download Part 2 of 4 advertorials)
  • Application (please download Part 3 of 4 advertorials)
  • Evaluation and Conclusion (please download Part 4 of 4 advertorials)

The tools and tips presented in this toolkit will enable companies to embark on a holistic training and development journey that is necessary for translating training into business outcomes.

Highlights:

Look out for special article written by Dr Roy Pollock on Learning Transfer!


 

The Employability Skills WSQ (ES WSQ) identifies the 5 essential skills categories to build a strong foundation for our workforce. To find out more about English ES, click here

An interactive toolkit that aids independence in the cultivation of Employability Skills
PDF Employability Skills Handbook for Individual Learner
PDF Instruction Guide on how to use the Employability Skills Handbook
PDF Appendices for the Employability Skills Handbook
 
English Phrase Book on commonly used vocabulary and phrases in everyday life
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The ES WSQ Chinese Workplace Literacy (CWPL) Programme was developed based on feedback received from industry partners regarding non-Mandarin speaking employees who need to improve their Chinese language competency for workplace usage. This programme will help individuals acquire the necessary Chinese language proficiency and help them to better handle workplace situations where the Chinese language is required.

To find out more about CWPL, please click here

 
 
 
 
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