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Level 3
Typically involve the performance of complex technical and practical tasks which require an extensive body of factual, technical and procedural knowledge in a specialised field.
Occupations at this skill level generally require a high level of literacy and numeracy and well-developed interpersonal communication skills.
These skills may include the ability to understand complex written material, prepare factual reports and communicate with people who are distressed or require support.
The knowledge and skills required at this skill level are usually obtained as the result of study, for a period of 1 – 3 years, at a higher educational institution following completion of secondary education.
In some cases, extensive relevant work experience and prolonged on-the-job training may substitute for the formal education.
Level 4
Typically involve the performance of tasks which require complex problem solving and decision making based on an extensive body of theoretical and factual knowledge in a specialised field.
The tasks performed typically include analysis and research to extend the body of human knowledge in a particular
field, diagnosis and treatment of disease, imparting knowledge to others, design of structures or machinery and of processes for construction and production.
Occupations at this skill level generally require extended levels of literacy and numeracy, sometimes at a very high level and excellent interpersonal communication skills.
These skills generally include the ability to understand complex written material and communicate complex ideas in media such as books, reports and oral presentations.
The knowledge and skills required at this skill level are usually obtained as the result of study at a higher educational institution for a period of 3 – 6 years leading to the award of a first degree or higher qualification.
In some cases, experience and on-the-job training may substitute for the formal education. In many cases appropriate formal qualifications are an essential requirement for entry to the occupation.
Table 2: Overview of skill levels3
3 ILO.(2012).International Standard Classification of Occupations.[Online] Available at: http://www.ilo.org/ wcmsp5/groups/public/---dgreports/---dcomm/---publ/documents/publication/wcms_172572.pdf [Accessed 6 Aug.2018]
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