In the vocational training and assessment (VET) industry evidence is what supports your proof of competency or your achievement of a competency standard, learning outcome or performance criteria.

There are three main forms of evidence. A combination of all three types of evidence will usually provide a sufficient picture of the applicant’s capability and overall level of competence.

Direct Evidence – where an assessor observes the applicant’s actual performance in a workplace. The assessor will make a judgement about whether the applicant is competent in the skills and knowledge required for each unit of competency.

For example, the assessor may:

• Observe the applicant performing a range of skills at work
• View a video of the applicant’s performance
• Examine a product made in the workplace by the applicant
• Use simulations, role-plays and projects to observe actual performance of skills where direct workplace observation is not possible

Indirect Evidence – where evidence is provided and submitted by the applicant. This may include work samples and documents produced by the applicant, e.g. reports, materials and products, previous certificates and qualifications and documented work history.

Supplementary Evidence – evidence that allows the assessor to make further judgements on the applicant’s competency.

Evidence may include:

• Written or oral questioning
• Tests or assessments conducted on or off the job
• Third party sources, e.g. testimony from work supervisor or manager
• Self-assessment reports

We will provide you with a list of recommended evidence upon enrolment.