The Skills Academy is a simple and impactful approach to learning designed to address the unique needs of the Western Australian public sector workforce.
It is organised around 5 agency capability areas. These branch out to 12 learning pathways, each made up of relevant topics. Around 120 courses then sit below the topics.
As a learner you can use this learning map in discussion with your manager to identify the topics that align with your agency’s capability needs and gaps, your identified skills requirements and your career goals.
You access each course through The Skills Academy platform which guides you through different learning formats and activities over several weeks to support reflection, practice and real work application.
This approach helps you build confidence, embed new skills and progressively apply what you learn to your own work.
More information and resources to help you start your learning journey will be available when The Skills Academy goes live.
How will The Skills Academy help me develop my skills?
Show moreCourses in The Skills Academy are tailored to the WA public sector context so you build the core skills you need now and into the future.
Details of each course are set out in a course catalogue to make it easy to see which courses best align to the learning needs and priorities of you and your agency..
Courses are specifically designed using adult learning principles so you can embed what you learn into your everyday work.
Recognition of the courses you complete moves with you in the sector through a learning passport - helping you continue to build your skills no matter what agency your work for.
How do I know which learning pathway is right for me?
Show moreChoosing the right learning pathway for your development through The Skills Academy should be done in collaboration with your manager.
We recommend the following steps:
1. Discuss your goals: Have a conversation with your manager about your current skills and areas for development.
2. Explore learning pathways: Review the 12 learning pathways offered by The Skills Academy and identify which areas align with your goals.
3. Review course details: With your manager, browse the Skills Academy Learning Map and Course Catalogue to explore course details including objectives, activities and delivery methods.
4. Tailor your plan: Work with your manager to create a tailored learning plan that aligns with your role, career stage and goals.
Does this replace the mandatory learning modules and existing LMS in my agency?
Show moreNo, The Skills Academy does not replace your agency’s mandatory or existing training. However, your agency might choose to recognise some of The Skills Academy courses as meeting its mandatory learning.
Will my learning be recognised across the public sector?
Show moreYes. If you move to another participating agency and your job remains in-scope, your completed courses and development activities move with you.
Can I access The Skills Academy if I work in a regional area?
Show moreYes, you can access The Skills Academy regardless of where you work in Western Australia.
Fully digital courses are online at any time. Blended courses (courses with facilitated workshops) are available either virtually or face to face in regional areas.
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