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Chart of CompetenCyProfessional Driver Trainer

Introduction to OccupationProfessional Driver Trainers are employed by public and private training schools, safety associations and by carriers to work with Class 1/A vehicle operators. All Professional Driver Trainers promote safety and facilitate in-class and/or in-vehicle learning. Some are involved in administering the training program and developing competency-based training programs. To provide in-vehicle learning, the Professional Driver Trainer must hold a Class 1/A licence.

Standards for Professional Driver TrainerThe following standards include checklists describing the competencies required by the Professional Driver Trainer as well as the required levels of proficiency of each competency to become a CTHRC Certified Professional Driver Trainer.

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1 Proficiency LevelThe rating describes the basic required level of skill (proficiency) of an experienced trainer for National Certification. Not all competencies can be acquired without more formal training (college, teachers’ certificate, etc.). Depending on what work is being done, not all competencies are required.

Rating Descriptor

4CMust perform this task satisfactorily and be able to lead others in performing it

4BMust perform this task satisfactorily with initiative and adaptability to special problems and situations

4A Must perform this task satisfactorily with more than acceptable quality

3Must perform this task satisfactorily without assistance and /or supervision

2Must perform this task satisfactorily although he /she will require periodic assistance and /or supervision

1Must perform some parts of this task satisfactorily but will require assistance and / or supervision to perform the entire task

A Professional Driver Trainer must be able to…

A. Develop a Competency-based Training Program (*)

Explain and promote the competency-based training model1. 3

Facilitate the identification of a program profile2. 1

Facilitate the planning and organization of a competency-based 3. program development project

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Facilitate the development of learning guides and other learning 4. materials

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Facilitate the development of assessment and evaluation tools 5. 1

Finalize the development of a competency-based training program6. 1

B. Exercise the Role of Instructor (**)

Analyze course material and learner information1. 3

Assure preparation of the instructional site2. 3

Establish and maintain instructor credibility3. 3

Manage the learning environment4. 4B

Make presentations5. 3

Apply questioning techniques6. 4B

Respond to learners’ needs for clarification and feedback7. 4B

Provide positive reinforcement and motivational incentives8. 4B

Use instructional methods appropriately9. 3

Use media effectively10. 3

Evaluate learner performance11. 3

Evaluate delivery of instruction12. 3

Report evaluation information13. 3

C. Administer Training

Participate in budget planning and administration1. 2

Establish schedules2. 2

Ensure availability and adequacy of training facilities and equipment3. 3

Assist in screening participants4. 3

Manage direct reports5. 3

Manage consultants6. 3

Mentor other trainers7. 3

Facilitate train-the-trainer program8. 3

Provide feedback on issues relating to administration9. 3

Coordinate supervised work experience10. 3

D. Ensure Trainee Compliance with Safety Regulations and Practices

Ensure that all safety issues are addressed1. 4C

Instill a responsible attitude with emphasis on safe work habits and 2. safe driving procedures

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Verify learners’ compliance with driving requirements3. 4C

Verify learners’ ability to perform their functions safely4. 4C

Investigate vehicle-related occurrences5. 4C

Provide remedial training based on analysis of occurrences6. 3

Promote participation in ongoing professional development related 7. to safety

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E. Manage In-Vehicle Learning

Address learners’ training needs1. 3

Develop route plans2. 3

Deliver in-vehicle lesson plans3. 3

Use commentary driving techniques4. 3

Enhance in-vehicle learning5. 3

Evaluate learners’ progress6. 3

And to accomplish the previously described professional competencies, a Professional Driver Trainer must be able to …

F. Demonstrate Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Practise active listening 1.

Speak in public2.

Demonstrate written communication skills3.

Communicate visually4.

Demonstrate verbal communication skills5.

Interpret non verbal cues6.

Exercise leadership7.

Demonstrate facilitation skills8.

Exercise tact and diplomacy9.

Resolve conflicts10.

Demonstrate people skills11.

G. Demonstrate Personal Skills

Demonstrate professionalism and integrity1.

Exercise judgement2.

Demonstrate analytical skills3.

Solve problems4.

Manage time5.

Demonstrate observation skills6.

Multi-task7.

Demonstrate thoroughness and attention to details8.

Exhibit patience9.

Demonstrate creativity10.

Maintain a positive attitude11.

Update and improve one’s professional knowledge and skills 12.

Essential Skills ChartWhile the Tasks Analysis outlines the technical skills requirements for the occupation of Professional Driver Trainer, the Essential Skills Profile outlines the foundation skills that enable job incumbents to perform job-related technical skills.

Essential Skills…

• helppeopleperformthetasksrequiredbytheiroccupation;

• provideworkerswithafoundationtolearnskillsthataremoreoccupation-specific;and

• enhancepeople’sabilitytoadapttoworkplacechange.

The chart describes the typical to most complex level required for each essential skill.

H. Essential Skills Complexity

Reading Text1. 1 2 3 4 5

Document Use2. 1 2 3 4 5

Writing3. 1 2 3 4 5

Numeracy: Money Math4. 1 2 3 4 5

Numeracy: Scheduling or 5. Budgeting and Accounting Math

1 2 3 4 5

Numeracy: Measurement and 6. Calculation Math

1 2 3 4 5

Numeracy: Data Analysis Math7. 1 2 3 4 5

Numeracy: Numerical Estimation8. 1 2 3 4 5

Oral Communication9. 1 2 3 4 5

Thinking Skills: Problem Solving10. 1 2 3 4 5

Thinking Skills: Decision Making11. 1 2 3 4 5

Thinking Skills: Critical Thinking12. 1 2 3 4 5

Thinking Skills: Job Task Planning 13. and Organizing

1 2 3 4 5

Thinking Skills: Finding Information14. 1 2 3 4 5

Working with Others15. 1 2 3 4 5

Computer Use16. 1 2 3 4 5

Continuous Learning17. 1 2 3 4 5

(*) Source: Canadian Vocational Association. DACUM Training Program. Module 2: Competency-based Program Development and Implementation Manual. 2007(**) Source: International Board of Standards for Training, Performance and Instruction. Instructor Competencies: The Standards. Volume 1. 1993

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