Article 2007

Record-keeping competency standards: The Australian Scene

Journal of the Society of Archivists
Journal · Vol. 28 · Issue 1 · pp. 47-65
Abstract

Mention competency standards in Australia and you will invariably get a response involving rolling the eyes, as well as enthusiastic acceptance. Why? The Australian competency standards framework, like any education system, has its supporters and detractors among educators and the profession or occupation to which the standards apply. The record-keeping competency standards are no different. This article by examining the conundrum that surrounds the record-keeping competencies in Australia, by examining them, the way they are used, the way they relate to other competency frameworks and, in particular, the challenges facing the record-keeping professions using them, will raise questions for any professional body or organisation which is exploring the possibility of using competencies.

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Government Recordkeeping Support, National Archives of Australia, Sydney, AC, Australia
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