Month: April 2013

April 15, 2013

PCConsulting ~ The eSSential RICC System Series ~ Appendix A Example

Helpful tips for building and entering Appendix A in the RICC System

In our previous post we explored the requirements for completing Appendix A. To assist you with how to identify the frequency, importance and complexity of the tasks and sub-tasks please see the example below. The tasks and sub-tasks in this example form part of the Esthetician Program and are extracted from the Esthetician Subject Specific Standards. If you continue with this format you will then be able to complete the Appendix A accurately in the RICC system under Job Profile. Use a rating scale of 1-10 with 1 being the least variable in importance and 10 being the greatest variable in importance. This methodology will work for all programs.

Essentially what you are trying to do with this Appendix A is provide a foundation for the build of the curriculum. If you are able to articulate the tasks and sub-tasks in terms of frequency, importance and complexity then you also can appropriately weight the learning in alignment. You will need to abbreviate your entries in the RICC system due to the maximum number of characters permitted so it’s helpful to use F = frequency; I= importance; and C= complexity at the beginning of your entry. You can also attach the full document when you submit the paper version of your application.

Example of Appendix A  – Building the Job Profile

 Task Number

Task

 

Sub – Tasks

Frequency

(1-10)

Importance

(1 – 10)

Complexity

(1 – 10)

1

 Perform a variety of specialized body and skin care treatments following correct procedures and precautions and supporting client needs.

Safe removal of excess body & facial hair; skin analysis; identify contraindications; customized hand & foot massage; make-up; body massage.

10

10

8

2

Use a range of specialized equipment and products, in compliance with established national, provincial, industry, and other related standards, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Disinfection & sterilization; professional use of manicure & pedicure instruments; operate and maintain equipment; apply infection prevention & control practices.

9

10

7

 

Questions on building and entering Appendix A or in navigating Private Career College compliance?  Connect with Jerry Bishop ~ Consulting with Private Career Colleges in Ontario.

eSSential Consulting Services Include:

  • Adult Education Third Party Assessments of Private Career College Programs
  • Curriculum Design for New and Legacy Private Career College Programs
  • Program Applications for New, Renewal and Legacy Private Career College Programs
  • RICC System Appendices Development for Private Career College Programs
  • RICC System Entries, Training  and Coaching for Private Career College Programs
  • Program Application Audit Compliance Review for Private Career College Programs
  • OSAP Program Application Process Steps

Consult with jerry@businessassessmentsolutions.com  ~ www.businessassessmentsolutions.com

Jerry Bishop MBA, FCIP, CTDP, DiSC® Certified

Principal & Chief Inspiration Officer ~ Business Assessment Solutions Inc.

Toronto Area – (905) 906-3706

April 4, 2013

PCConsulting ~ The eSSential RICC System Series ~ Appendix A

The eSSential RICC System Series – Getting Started

When building your college course curriculum and the supporting appendices in preparation for entering all details accurately within the RICC system, there are a number of helpful tips to keep in mind that will streamline your process and ensure all aspects of the entires are accurately documented.  Let’s begin with Appendix A, Employment Profile – the starting point and the framework for building your course content. 

Helpful tips for building and entering Appendix A in the RICC System:

  • Note that Appendix A is on page 4 and 5 of the program application.
  • Page 4 contains two parts:  Job Profile
    • “Provide an industry based job description of the vocation(s) for which this program provides training. The job description should identify the frequency, importance and complexity of the tasks and sub-tasks that the individual is expected to perform.”
    • The job profile is often misunderstood in its documentation.  To simplify the process begin with the core outcomes for each major task and then assign the corresponding sub-tasks.  Next assign a rating value (for example of 1 – 10) with 1 being the least critical variable and 10 being the greatest critical variable.  Do this for the frequency, importance and complexity of the tasks and sub-tasks and this will provide the framework from which to build and focus your content.
    • “List the specific knowledge/skills most usually listed in job advertisements for this vocation(s).”
  • Page 5 contains two parts: Job Opportunities
    • “Attach material relating to the level of labour market need for employees in this vocation(s). For example: labour market studies, or trade and professional publication articles, or statements from placement agencies, etc.” 
    • This market research materials along with the names of offering institutions with similar programs form the essence of the studies.
    • “Attach job advertisements for the vocation(s) appearing in the last 12 months in your marketing area clearly demonstrating the link between the program title, employment demands and your projected enrolment (Note: You must provide 10 advertisements or 50% of the number of students which is listed in the “1st year projected enrolment” item in the Enrolment Information box, whichever is greater.”
  • Be sure to clearly articulate the information required.

Questions on building and entering Appendix A or in navigating Private Career College compliance?  Connect with Jerry Bishop ~ Consulting with Private Career Colleges in Ontario.

eSSential Consulting Services Include:

  • Adult Education Third Party Assessments of Private Career College Programs
  • Curriculum Design for New and Legacy Private Career College Programs
  • Program Applications for New, Renewal and Legacy Private Career College Programs
  • RICC System Appendices Development for Private Career College Programs
  • RICC System Entries, Training  and Coaching for Private Career College Programs
  • Program Application Audit Compliance Review for Private Career College Programs
  • OSAP Program Application Process Steps

Consult with jerry@businessassessmentsolutions.com  ~ www.businessassessmentsolutions.com

Jerry Bishop MBA, FCIP, CTDP, DiSC® Certified

Principal & Chief Inspiration Officer ~ Business Assessment Solutions Inc.

Toronto Area – (905) 906-3706