Competency Certification Research Articles

The Role of Certification of Indonesian Ship’s Crew

With the demands of seafarers' standards set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). Global seafarers, including those from Indonesia, must follow the terms and conditions of the 2010 Manila Amendment Standards of Training, Certifitation and Watchkeeping (STCW). The competence of fishing vessel crews is one of the main factors supporting the success of fishing operations. Mastery of crew competence is proven by competency certificates obtained through education and training as well as certification tests for fishing vessel crews by the competent authority. Competency standards for fishing vessel crews must be in accordance with the size of the vessel (vessel length and gross tonage) and the area of the fishing operation. This study aims to examine the gaps that occur between the competency certificates of fishing vessel crews and the prevailing laws and regulations in Indonesia and the contributing factors. Research has been carried out on ships with a size of more than 30 GT at the Nusantara Pelabuhan Ratu Fishery Port and Nizam Zachman Muara Baru Fishery Port, Jakarta. Primary data is obtained from documentary evidence of the crew (BST, Seaman's Book, Ankapin, Atkapin, SKK) who were on the ship. Secondary data were obtained from the ship's crew license, SPB, size of the ship (length and GT), the area of fishing operations and the prevailing laws and regulations on fishing vessel manning in Indonesia. Data processing was carried out using descriptive analysis methods with a qualitative approach. The results showed that the majority of Indonesian fishing vessel crews do not have competency certificates according to applicable regulations. This is due to the dispensation of SPB issuance and the limited time for conducting the certification test. The authorities must firmly determine the deadline for the dispensation of SPB issuance and increase the time and place for certification testing that is easily accessible to the crew.

PENGEMBANGAN SDM UNTUK IMPLEMENTASI MANAJEMEN RISIKO: PERSPEKTIF BARU DARI SUDUT PANDANG PENGGUNA

The very rapid development of risk management (RM) implementation in private sector industries as well as public sector organizations suggests a strong indication that RM has really succeeded in creating values for its implementers. The ultimate objective of this study is to formulate the best strategy that can effectively help organizations in adopting and improving the quality of RM implementation to enhance their performances. To achieve the objective, for two months (December 2019 through January 2020), this study applied the method of survey involving 309 respondents from various industrial sectors and position levels in organizations. The statistical technique used in this study was the contingency table analysis. The main findings of this study are (1) RM implementation can improve the economic competitiveness of the RM implementing organizations as well as their personnel, (2) the quality of RM human resource development positively effects the quality of RM implementation, and (3) RM competence certification improves the quality of RM trainings and in turn boosts the quality of RM human resource development. Based on the findings it is recommended that higher priority be put to RM human resource development (HRD) as a strategy to improve the quality of RM implementation. Keywords: risk management, human resource development, training, certification of competence, performance

VOCATIONAL SCHOOL STUDENT READINESS IN FACING THE WORLD OF WORK: INDONESIA CASE FROM COMPETENCY PERSPECTIVES AND EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

Purpose of the study: This study investigates the effect of competence and employability skills on the work readiness of vocational students majoring in accounting in Indonesia. Methodology: This study uses a quantitative approach. The research data were obtained using a questionnaire survey of vocational students majoring in accounting in South Tangerang. The final sample used in testing was 284 questionnaires—data analysis using multiple linear regression with SPSS 23 version. Results: The results of this study suggest that competence and employability skills positively affect work readiness. The findings of the study are useful for vocational students in increasing their readiness to face the workforce. Implications/Application: Future studies are expected to explore further the variables that influence competence and its effect on work readiness and career development, including learning achievements, internships, and ICT Skills. Also, future studies are expected to be able to prepare better test instruments and proportional test times to get more accurate competency measurements. Furthermore, this study is expected for Vocational Schools to prioritize constructivism-based learning processes in order to obtain more optimal student competencies. Meanwhile, for policymakers, it is expected to develop policies that can maximize the competency and employability skills of vocational students. Specifically, this research can be used by SMK teachers majoring in Accounting in Indonesia to measure the accounting competence of their students to minimize unemployment. This research can also be an input for researchers and competency assessors of the Professional Certification Institute (LSP) in Indonesia to determine appropriate competency standards for junior-level accounting specialist technicians. Novelty: This study is one of the very few studies investigating competence and employability skills altogether and their impact on work readiness in Indonesia cases. It is essential to be conducted because the graduates of vocational school should be assessed by the LSP licensed by the National Competency Certification Agency (BNSP) to ensure that their competencies and employabilities fulfill the needs of work users. This study also has a novelty in using a new test instrument to measure the competency level of accounting students of vocational high school. The test instrument can be used by teachers and training practitioners to compare practical competency measurements for students.

Community pharmacist-administered seasonal influenza vaccination: a national customer survey

BackgroundIn Switzerland, the influenza vaccination is recommended for high-risk groups and people who have contact with high-risk groups. Since 2015, Swiss pharmacists are allowed to vaccinate healthy adults after acquiring a certificate of competence for vaccination and blood sampling techniques. We aimed to assess customers of the seasonal influenza vaccination in pharmacies in regard to their satisfaction, motivation, and reasons.MethodsSwiss pharmacies collected survey data during a period of 12 weeks from mid-October 2019 to mid-January 2020. Each participating pharmacy was sent 20 questionnaires to be handed out to vaccinated customers. The questionnaire was available in German and French and subdivided into four sections: demographic information, satisfaction, reasons for getting the vaccination, and reasons for choosing a pharmacy as a place of vaccination. We tested for statistical differences in answer tendencies across strata on questionnaire language, age groups, and levels of education.ResultsOf the 1600 surveys sent, 80 pharmacies sent back 656 completed questionnaires (return rate, 41%). Main age bracket was 65–74 years (26.2%), followed by 55–64 years (24.7%), with an equal distribution of reported sex (female, 49.5%). Of the respondents, 99% would have recommended the service and 88.5% felt very comfortable being vaccinated by a pharmacist. Satisfaction included injection technique, used facilities, preparatory discussions, and pricing of the service. Easy scheduling was a main motivation for choosing a pharmacy as the vaccination provider. We identified minor differences in answer tendencies across questionnaire language and age groups, but not across levels of education.ConclusionCustomer satisfaction with community pharmacist-administered seasonal influenza vaccinations is high in Switzerland.

European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS) Certification of Theoretical and Practical Competences in Basic Vascular Ultrasound: Validity Investigation of the Assessment Tools

The aim of this study was to gather validity evidence for the Assessment of basic Vascular Ultrasound Expertise (AVAUSE) tool, and to establish a pass/fail score for each component, to support decisions for certification. A cross sectional validation study performed during the European Society for Vascular Surgery's annual meeting. Validity evidence was sought for the theoretical test and two practical tests based on Messick's framework. The participants were vascular surgeons, vascular surgical trainees, sonographers, and nurses with varying experience levels. Five vascular ultrasound experts developed the theoretical and two practical test components of the AVAUSE tool for each test component. Two stations were set up for carotid examinations and two for superficial venous incompetence (SVI) examinations. Eight raters were assigned in pairs to each station. Three methods were used to set pass/fail scores: contrasting groups' method; rater consensus; and extended Angoff. Nineteen participants were enrolled. Acceptable internal consistency reliability (Cronbach's alpha) for the AVAUSE theoretical (0.93), carotid (0.84), and SVI (0.65) practical test were shown. In the carotid examination, inter-rater reliability (IRR) for the two rater pairs was good: 0.68 and 0.78, respectively. The carotid scores correlated significantly with years of experience (Pearson's r=0.56, p=.013) but not with number of examinations in the last five years. For SVI, IRR was excellent at 0.81 and 0.87. SVI performance scores did not correlate with years of experience and number of examinations. The pass/fail score set by the contrasting groups' method was 29 points out of 50. The rater set pass/fail scores were 3.0 points for both carotid and SVI examinations and were used to determine successful participants. Ten of 19 participants passed the tests and were certified. Validity evidence was sought and established for the AVAUSE comprehensive tool, including pass/fail standards. AVAUSE can be used to assess competences in basic vascular ultrasound, allowing operators to progress towards independent practice.

Proposed Strategy for Electricity Industry of PT PLN (Persero) Electricity Maintenance Center (PLN Pusharlis)

PT PLN (Persero) Electricity Maintenance Center, hereinafter referred to as PLN Pusharlis, is a PLN support unit that focuses on fulfilling roles in Reverse Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality Control of power plant equipment. Knowing that the government has launched the 35,000 MW program as an effort to realize public welfare and to overcome the shortage of electricity supply in areas with electricity deficit status, PLN Pusharlis has a role in fulfilling the electricity component. To realize this role, good internal company conditions are needed. However, on its internal conditions, it is known that 70% of the total employees not yet possessing competency certification and currently, PLN Pusharlis has not linked its strategy with future roles to support the fulfillment of the electricity component for 35,000 MW program because the project has not been completed, while the role of PLN Pusharlis is to provide electricity components for existing generators. This research aims to identify and improve the PLN Pusharlis business strategy to support the fulfillment of the electricity component supported by good internal conditions. The conceptual framework used in this research begins with analyzing the external environment through PESTLE, Porter's Five Forces Model, and competitor analysis as well as internal environment through resource analysis, value chain analysis, and core competencies. Then the results of the external and internal analysis are summarized in a SWOT analysis to determine the TOWS Matrix which is used as a reference in determining the proposed strategy. The strategy that will be applied based on the results of this study is the Integrated Cost Leadership/Differentiation strategy. The development of this strategy is expected to assist PLN Pusharlis in increasing its role as a support service unit engaged in Reverse Engineering and Electrical Equipment Manufacturing.

Analysis of crew competence factor in the ship collisions (Case study: Collision accident in Indonesian waters)

Sea transportation has a vital role in the transportation system in many countries due to lower costs and higher accessibility. As in Indonesia, approximately 80% of the global trade occurs ships. This condition makes the shipping industry in Indonesia is growing, but this is not in line with improving shipping safety. Many accidents continue to occur, which pose a high risk to safety. One of the most common risks in terms of sea transportation is ship collision. Ship collisions can cause material losses, injuries, and fatalities. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has issued various direction to prevent accidents, but in reality, collision accidents continue to occur. However, the failure to apply a solution to prevent ship collisions is not at the root cause of the accident. According to the juries of the Maritime Court and the National Transportation Safety Committee (NTSC), one of the factors causing the collision of ships in Indonesia is the human factors (the inadequate crew competencies). The purpose of this research is to analyze the human factors involved in ship collision. The method used in this research is the House of Risk (HOR) phase 1. The data used in this study was obtained through a chronological review of ship collisions, questionnaires, and interviews with shipping experts. The results of this research reveal than inadequate crew competencies only a direct cause, not the root cause of ship collisions. The root cause is that the crew recruitment process is not accountable, the harbormaster does not thoroughly check crew competency certificates, and that maritime education does not implement QSS, STCW 95 and the amendments. To prevent ship collisions, should take preventive action on the root cause of the accident and not on the direct cause.

Government R&D and Private Innovation: Empirical Evidence from the Bayh-Dole Act

Performing government R&D can enhance and certify a firm's competencies, but impose resource costs. Here, we investigate the net effect of government R&D on private-sector innovation. From 1983, President Reagan allowed large businesses to patent inventions arising from government R&D. Empirically, large businesses increased government R&D, and this led to less R&D for internal use, but no significant change in R&D for external industry clients. We interpret these results as due to resource re-allocation to government R&D outweighing competency enhancement and certification for internal R&D, but not external R&D.

Peranan Pramuwisata Dan Pemerintah Dalam Mencegah Pelecehan Kepariwisataan Budaya Bali

Bali adalah salah satu tujuan wisata paling populer di dunia. Model pariwisata yang dikembangkan di Bali adalah Wisata Budaya Bali yang didasarkan pada filosofi Tri Hita Karana yang merupakan sumber ajaran Hindu. Munculnya fenomena pemandu ilegal yang tidak bersertifikat dalam menjelaskan keunikan Wisata Budaya Bali, memiliki implikasi untuk pelecehan budaya Bali ke dalam latar belakang penulisan penelitian ini. Studi ini berfokus pada meneliti peran pemandu dan pemerintah dalam mencegah pelecehan terhadap Wisata Budaya Bali. Dalam penelitian ini, ada dua formulasi masalah yang dipelajari; apa prosedur sertifikasi kompetensi panduan di Provinsi Bali dan bagaimana pengawasan Panduan Pemerintah di Provinsi Bali. Metode penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode penelitian normatif dengan fokus mempelajari legislasi dan literatur yang relevan dengan topik penelitian. Berdasarkan ketentuan Pasal 15 Peraturan Provinsi Bali Nomor 5 Tahun 2016 Tentang Pemandu Wisata, diketahui bahwa kewenangan pengawasan pemandu dimiliki oleh Gubernur Provinsi Bali yang dilakukan oleh departemen. Namun, ketentuan Pasal 15 (5) Peraturan Daerah Provinsi Bali Nomor 5 Tahun 2016 tentang Panduan menyebutkan bahwa Gubernur Provinsi Bali membentuk tim pemandu untuk melakukan pengawasan pemandu. Selanjutnya, Peraturan Provinsi Bali Nomor 5 Tahun 2016 Tentang Panduan tidak menjelaskan lebih lanjut mekanisme kerja tim pengawas, oleh karena itu pemerintah perlu membentuk peraturan yang lebih ketat terkait dengan pengawasan panduan untuk menjaga citra Wisata Budaya Bali dan memberikan perlindungan hukum untuk pemandu wisata bersertifikat di Provinsi Bali.

Las personas trabajadoras del cuidado de niñas y niños en casa hogar de México

El propósito del artículo fue explorar la condición laboral de los encargados del trabajo de cuidados de niñas y niños en casas hogar de México. Para ello se realizó una investigación de carácter documental. Como referente, se tomó el Censo de Alojamiento de Asistencia Social, realizado en el 2015; así como información provista por el Consejo Nacional de Normalización y Certificación de Competencias Laborales, respecto a la certificación en el estándar de competencia EC0934 Atención de niñas, niños y adolescentes en establecimientos de asistencia social. La indagación permitió dar cuenta de distintos tipos de cuidadores, de un incipiente reconocimiento de esta actividad y de posibles líneas de investigación.

Demographic Characteristics and Psychological Empowerment on Service Orientation: A Study in Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Abstract The service quality in hotels can be seen first from the front-office that interacts directly with customers, here service orientation has an important role. Employees who have high service orientation will have high performance and can be a competitive advantage for the company. Psychological empowerment also an important factor in service orientation, it can be seen from the feelings shown by employees and can increase self-recognition and self-esteem. This research aims to determine the influence of demographic characteristics and psychological empowerment towards service orientation in the hospitality industry. This research was conducted at several three-star hotels in Yogyakarta. This research used multiple regression analysis, partial t test, coefficient of determination and beta standardized coefficient to analyse the data. Furthermore, the results of this research are gender, age, education level and competency certification have a positive and significant influence on service orientation. Meanwhile, tenure has a negative and insignificant influence and marital status has a positive and insignificant influence on service orientation. The last, psychological empowerment has a positive and significant influence on service orientation.

Expert System for Identifying Damages of Panasonic NS1000 PABX Devices with A* Pathfinding

Someone can be said to have the ability to handle damage to the Panasonic NS1000 PABX device and perform a configuration of at least 3 years or already have a certificate of competence and training. The problem to be investigated is the number of experts there is only one and can only identify 5 damage per day and 1 day there are 25 damage. PABX Panasonic NS1000 has 30 rules and 130 data symptoms of damage as its knowledge base. This Expert System is designed to identify damage to PABX Panasonic NS1000 mobile application-based applications using the A * (A star) pathfinding algorithm and the forward chaining method with the PHP (Jquery Mobile) programming language and the database using MySQL, as an application program used by PT. Mediatama Anugrah Citra to facilitate the process of troubleshooting and effective problem solving on target. The features in this expert system include the identification of problems, the identification process, up to the achievement of the goal state and solutions effectively, quickly and precisely, the user as the user or admin has its own login and access rights in identifying, entry and editing. In the programming case testing process it can be seen that the application of the A * Pathfinding algorithm with the heuristic function has proven ineffectively implemented in the expert system and the results of the UAT testing process, the respondents agree (above 91.23%) that overall the expert system helps the expert and can deduce damage to PABX devices correctly.

Program Evaluation Certification of Indonesian Library Competence

Librarian Work Competency Certification Program has been implemented since 2013. The significance and sustainability of the program's implementation need to be evaluated comprehensively to give decision makers the sustainability of the program going forward. The evaluation uses the context, input, process, product (CIPP) model by analyzing the objectives, planning, implementation planning and the certification program results. The study was conducted at the Jakarta Librarian Professional Certification Institute (LSP) competency test site. Based on interview data, focus group discussions, observations, and study of related documents it is known that the program has been carried out by applicable procedures and regulations. So that in general, the Librarian LSP is eligible to provide a certificate of competence to the librarian following the results of the competency certification test package that is followed. However, there are still several aspects that need to be corrected and refined immediately, bearing in mind that the certification program has an impact on librarians for career development and increasing competitive value for their parent institutions. Optimizing the performance of Librarian LSPs or the formation of other forms of Librarian LSPs is needed to accelerate the certification of Indonesian librarians.

The Impact of the Industrial Revolution 4.0 on Employment in Indonesia

This research was conducted to find out the impact of the Industrial Revolution 4.0 on employment in Indonesia. The method used in this study is a qualitative research method with data in the form of literature review and analyzed with content analysis. The results of this study indicate that the 4.0 industrial revolution has hit the world, including Indonesia. The basis of the 4.0 Indonesian Revolution lies in the progress in communication and connectivity compared to technology. The Industrial Revolution 4.0 was marked by the emergence of technological breakthroughs in a number of fields, including robotics, artificial intelligence, nano technology, quantum computing, biotechnology, the Internet of Thing (IoT), 3D printing, and autonomous vehicles. This revolution creates opportunities and of course saves the various challenges that must be faced. The industrial revolution has significantly affected labor aspects. The policies that can be taken by the government to improve labor capabilities are: First, harmonization of standardization and competency certification through cross-sectoral, cross-regional, and cross-country business partner cooperation, within the framework of market openness. Second, the development of partnership programs between the government and business / industry and between the central government and regional governments to improve the quality of the workforce. Third, improving governance in organizing training programs to accelerate worker certification. Fourth, expanding economies of scale towards sectors / sub-sectors with high productivity. The conclusions of this research: increasing the workforce and decreasing unemployment, as well as the increasing number of young people who succeed in digital business, shows that Indonesia has successfully exploited the opportunities of the Industrial Revolution 4.0.
 Keywords: Industrial Revolution 4.0, Technology, Labor

The evaluation of competency certification program through the LSP P-1 at vocational high school

This research aims to evaluate the implementation of the competency certification program through the First-Party Professional Certification Institute (LSP P-1) at SMK N 2 Klaten. The evaluation of the implementation of competency certification program reviewed on 4 aspects e.g. : (1) context; (2) input; (3) process; and (4) product. This research is evaluation research based on CIPP model (Context, Input, Process, Product). This research was conducted at SMK N 2 Klaten which already had an LSP P-1license. The respondents were the principal, LSP chairman, secretary, treasurer, certification manager, chairman of the scheme committee, the competency test venue (TUK), and assessors. Questionary were used to celleted data in this study. The data was analyzed with the descriptive analysis. The result shows that: (1) the implementation of competency certification test through the LSP P-1 at State Vocational High School 2 Klaten in the context aspect is classified as very appropriate (83.93%), it is related to the policies and the goals of competency certification test; (2) in the input aspect is classified as very appropriate (88.82%), which meet the criteria of the assessor and the completeness of assessment tools; (3) in the process aspect is classified as very appropriate (88.59%), which leads to the suitability of the implementation procedures; and (4) in the product aspect is classified as very high (78,4%), for the achievement of competency certification test results and competency certificates.

Aspek Hukum Peraktik Kedokteran Melakukan Tindakan Medis Yang Bukan Kewenangan Kompetensi Profesinya

This research was conducted to determine the limits of doctors in carrying out medical actions that are beyond the authority of their professional competence. This study is based on data that there are still doctors who perform medical actions beond their authority. This is normative legal research that is supported by empirical data by collecting legal materials and interviews. This paper concludes that the doctor’s authority in performing medical practice is required to have a Registration Certificate (STR) and License to Practice (SIP), as regulated in Articles 29 and 36 of Law Number 29 of 2004 on Medical Practice. A doctor is not allowed to take medical action beyond their competence since they possess no certificate of competence that recognizes their study during the educational process as regulated in Article 69 paragraph (1) of Law Number 36 Year 2009 on Health, if they are unable to carry out an examination and treatment then they can carry out the referral process to doctors who have expertise as regulated in Article 27 letter (b) of Law Number 29 of 2004 on Medical Practice.

The measurement of specific life skill based on National Qualification Competency Certification Scheme in the field of Building Construction Drawing

This paper aims to measure specific life skill of students attending Building Modelling Design and Building Information program (DPIB) based on the National Qualification Competency Certification Scheme in the field of Building Construction Drawing. This research utilized descriptive quantitative method. The sampling was drawn from eleventh grade students of Vocational High School 1 Cilaku Cianjur using purposive sampling method. The measurement criteria are adjusted with competence test requirement referring to standards set by National Board of Professional Certification (BNSP). Data collection process was done by using competence test simulation. The findings of this research indicate that: (1) the specific life skill level was classified as fair, as indicated by the achievement percentage of 80%. The site drawing was the component with the highest level of achievement between three components (site, section and elevation drawing); (2) the work readiness level was classified as good, as indicated by the achievement percentage of 82%. The highest level of measurement was in the flexibility and self-view. The high level of students’ specific life skill in accordance to the national competence standard indicates that students have met the competence standard needed by the world of work. They are competent to be drafters in building construction drawing field of expertise. However, further study is needed to examine the mismatch between the supply of workers with such competence and the availability of employment in the building construction’s world of work.

PEMBELAJARAN BERBASIS KOMPUTER MENGGUNAKAN MS. OFFICE 2019 PADA SISWA DI SMK DWITUNGGAL 1 TANJUNG MORAWA

The work world related to office administration, mastery of Microsoft Office is needed as an office administration work tool that must be mastered by vocational students. However, students of SMK Dwitunggal 1 Tanjung Morawa hasn’t been maximal in mastering Microsoft Office 2019, especially in making mail merge on Ms. Word. They are only limited to know the use of Microsoft Office 2019 in the basic stages. Community Service Activity aimed to provide training on introduction of Microsoft Office 2019 computer applications in making mail merge on Microsoft Word to students of SMK Dwitunggal 1 Tanjung Morawa majoring in Office Management. The method used in this service activities were the tutorial, the question and answer, and the practical method. This activity was done well and gained the expected results. The result of this activity was students’ improvement in the ability and skills of making mail merge for letters, certificates and labels using Microsoft Office 2019. It hoped that Students of SMK Dwitunggal 1 Office Management Department understands to create mail for letters, certificates and labels, and if they follow Competency Test for their mail merge material, they can pass and get a Competency Certificate that is given by the State.

La certificazione delle competenze come strumento di welfare attivo e inclusivo

This contribution aims to provide a snapshot of the ongoing process of structuring the National System of Competences Certification. Through a multiple case study on Regional Administrations with consolidated experience, together with the con-sultation of key witnesses and through the analysis of reports, the research has the general objective to reflect on the ability of the Regional System of Certification of Competences, to accomplish virtuous pathways of active and inclusive welfare. The reconstruction of structuring regional pathways and the expected impact of this governance system on vocational training and active labor market policies trigger a first level of reflection on a process still in progress. This process concerns, on the one hand, the critical analysis of the impacts of social investment policies and, on the other, almost 20 years after Law 3/2001, the debate on the regional fragmentation of Italian welfare.

How It Works in the Real World: Helping Students Navigate Clinical Placements

Purpose This article discusses current issues found in external clinical placements and their possible causes, and this offers practical solutions for assisting students to benefit from their experiences. In order to obtain a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, students must obtain a required number of patient contact hours. Many of these experiences are supervised by a mentor outside of the university setting. This provides opportunity for the student to be exposed to various clinical philosophies. It also opens the possibility that the student will be exposed to practices that are not based in sound theory or evidence. Conclusion Preparing students to assess and manage clinical placements is vital to their success. Several suggestions for encouraging and facilitating productive clinical conversations between mentor and mentee are proposed.