Unit of competency Outline
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Apply critical thinking to work practices
Apply critical thinking to work practices
Unit of competency
National Code
BSBCRT411
BSBCRT411
State Code
OCF61
OCF61
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/03/2021
Field of Education
080317 - Quality Management
Original Release Date
16/03/2021
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use advanced-level critical thinking skills in a workplace context. This includes using methods of analysis, synthesis and evaluation.The unit applies to individuals who evaluate existing or proposed work practices. These individuals are typically responsible for reviewing or developing work processes, products or services that may be proposed or already existing. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Establish role of critical thinking in workplace
- 1.1 Identify key characteristics of critical thinking processes
- 1.2 Evaluate situations in which critical thinking concepts are applied in work practices
- 1.3 Articulate benefits of applying critical thinking practices in the workplace
2. Lead critical thinking process
- 2.1 Analyse existing and proposed work practices and identify limitations
- 2.2 Locate informationon selected work practices for the development of solutions
- 2.3 Determine solutions for workplace limitations using critical thinking concepts
- 2.4 Develop a proposal for solutions using a decision-making framework according to organisational policies and procedures
- 2.5 Present ideas for solutions and justify decision making process to relevant stakeholders
3. Develop critical thinking mindset
- 3.1 Review decision making practices in the work area
- 3.2 Seek feedback from relevant stakeholders on use of critical thinking from relevant stakeholders
- 3.3 Identify areas for self-development in relation to own job role
- 3.4 Develop plan for future process evaluations and incorporate improvements identified
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OAE47 | BSBCRT404 | Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes | Unit of competency |