Definition of NOSS

• An abbreviation for National Occupational Skills Standard.
• NOSS is a document that stipulates the required competency level expected of a skilled employee who is employed in Malaysia in a specific trade; it also defines the level of employment and the path required to achieve the stated competency level.

Main features of NOSS

• Based on job specifications.
• Conforming to career structure in the related job.
• Prepared by experts from the related industry and skilled workers who are actually in service.

NOSS Usage

A. In a training environment:

• Preparation of training and learning materials.
• Analysis of training needs.
• Evaluation.

B. In a working environment:

• Recruitment of workers.
• Counseling.
• Employees work appraisal.
• Responsibility lists.
• Career development.