What is the difference between a workbook and the National Occupational Standards?
A workbook is a self-study guide to help people prepare for certification. It contains exercises, checklists and self-tests based on the standards for an occupation. Each module in the workbook contains a pre-check at the beginning to help you determine how familiar you are with the topics, a review and a self-examination at the end to help you determine if you have acquired the knowledge and mastered the skills. There is a short exam at the end of the workbook to test your entire knowledge. The National Occupational Standards are manuals that describe the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to be considered competent in an occupation. The standards are set by the industry and are the basis for professional certification across Canada. The standards are also used for curriculum development in tourism-based courses offered by post-secondary institutions, private schools and trainers across the country.
