Explore how to read ASK units as standards & consider an unpacking approach for program & resources development

Understand the new DNA of competency – decode Knowledge, Skills & Application for smarter resource design.

The new Application of Skills & Knowledge (ASK) unit structure provides an alternate model instead of Elements & Performance Criteria with applied knowledge & skills standards. This webinar breaks down how the new format works, what each section means, and how it is applied to design learning and assessment resources.

In this session recorded in December 2025, we explore how to read ASK units as standards & explore an example unpacking & interpretation approach for effective resource design.

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vetr's Unpacking Tool - 2x unit model formats

2 hours in duration

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What we cover

 The architecture of an ASK unit: Knowledge, Skills & Application.

 “Expressed as a standard.” 

 Reading & interpreting ASK units.

 Unpacking ASK standards into an initial planning structure for design projects.

Great thanks Phill
Very relevant, informative & interesting session
Every course I have done through vetr has been so helpful & informative

The best part was...

Very clear informative information
Practical & live application of a specific unit
Worked through example & Phill's insights
Scaffolding the unit criteria
The demonstration of the process of unpacking the ASK unit using the template
The presenter was very down to earth & covered the topic in a really logical sequence, explaining the reasoning behind each action along the way
The practical application of unpacking an actual ASK unit in to the document & all of the suggestions & hints
I'm going to one on my units immediately to try & consolidate all of this information
Working through the complexity of the new unit
Although it appeared messy & complex the outcome was a clear understanding of the unit requirements to design the learning resources & assessments. Thank you

Our Presenter

Phill Bevan - vetr Community Advisor

Phill is a highly respected expert in the VET sector, with 26+ years experience working with hundreds of public, not-for-profit, private & enterprise VET providers. He specialises in strategic execution, quality management systems & standards implementation, offering unparalleled expertise in aligning organisational strategy with regulatory compliance & quality outcomes. He has lead various strategy projects with well-known brand public institutions, government-owned enterprises & departments, universities & private sector entities.

Phill's extensive experience includes successfully guiding diverse organisations through complex regulatory landscapes, leveraging his strategic insight & quality systems expertise to drive sustainable business improvements. His in-depth knowledge spans all key VET sector operating requirements, including strategic & business planning, risk management & continuous quality improvement. He has established many new RTO operations over the last two decades, including the additional achievement of ISO certification for VET providers where desired, and has implemented new Quality Management Systems (QMS) in government departments, public companies, universities, national associations & large private RTO networks.

As a qualified auditor, he has conducted 500+ internal & external audits, including as a lead auditor in external audits for a National Regulator, & has provided invaluable support to myriad VET providers during 70+ ASQA regulator audits across six states & territories. He has held international certification with Exemplar Global & Fellow status with the AHRI. With qualifications in the BSZ, TAA, and TAE training packages at Certificate IV and Diploma levels, complemented by a Master of Education (Adult Education focus) specialising in competency-based training, Phill combines academic rigour with practical application. His strategic approach & proven track record make him a sought-after advisor for organisations across various industry sectors aiming to maintain a robust strategic fit & achieve quality-focused operational performance.

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