Program Uji Kompetensi Keahlian/Uji Sertifikasi Siswa SMK

Summary

The script discusses the importance of the Competency-Based Assessment (UKK) for vocational school students in Indonesia, which measures their skills against national standards. It outlines three main certification options: industry-led exams, professional certification bodies, and self-assessed exams by accredited educational institutions. The benefits include industry recognition, government endorsement, and increased employability. The government facilitates this by providing operational funds and developing assessment tools to ensure quality education and prepare graduates for the workforce.

Takeaways

• 📝 Uji Kompetensi Keahlian (UKK) is a specialized assessment for vocational high school (SMK) students to measure their achievement of competencies equivalent to level 2/3 qualifications in the Indonesian National Qualifications Framework.
• 🏢 The mission of vocational high schools is to prepare their graduates for the workforce, and a competency certificate is an acknowledgment of an individual's knowledge, skills, and work attitude according to the required work standards.
• 🔍 There are four options for the implementation of UKK, with the first being certification through industry-conducted competency tests, where the industry sets the standards and assessors.
• 🏭 The advantage of industry-conducted tests is the recognition of competencies by the industry, facilitating job acquisition in the sector and the issuance of competency certificates.
• 🏛 The second option involves certification through professional certification bodies or LSPs, overseen by the National Certification Body (BNSP), ensuring standardized testing and assessment.
• 🏫 The third option is certification conducted by accredited educational institutions, known as Self-Competency Tests, using government-standardized systems and involving internal and external assessors.
• 🎓 Successful completion of the competency test allows students to receive a competency certificate, with those deemed competent in specific schemes receiving a special certificate with the Garuda Pancasila logo from BNSP.
• 📈 The government facilitates the UKK process by providing operational support for the implementation of competency tests, covering costs from operational materials to certificate issuance.
• 📊 In 2021, the Vocational High School Directorate facilitated over 65,000 SMK students to participate in competency certification tests, an increase from the 62,500 facilitated in 2020.
• 🔑 The implementation of competency tests is part of the government's effort to ensure the quality of SMK education and prepare graduates who are ready for the workforce.
• 🌟 The Directorate of Vocational High Schools and the Directorate General of Vocational Education develop self-competency test instruments and provide facilities for SMK students to obtain competency certification.

Q & A

What is the purpose of the Ujian Kompetensi Keahlian (UKK) for SMK students?

The purpose of the UKK is to assess the achievement of SMK students' competencies, ensuring they are equivalent to qualification level 2/3 in the Indonesian National Qualification Framework, preparing them for the workforce.

What does a competency certificate represent?

A competency certificate is a recognition of an individual's achievement, indicating they possess the knowledge, skills, and work attitude in accordance with the required work competency standards.

How many options are available for conducting the UKK in SMK schools?

There are three options for conducting the UKK: through industry-conducted certification, professional certification institutions or LSP, and accredited educational institutions.

What is the advantage of industry-conducted certification for SMK students?

The advantage is that it provides recognition of competencies from the industry, making it easier for students to obtain employment in the industry and its partners.

What are the types of professional certification institutions (LSP) mentioned in the script?

There are three types of LSP: LSP P1 conducted by education and training institutions, LSP P2 by technical implementation units in service networks, and LSP P3 by industry or professional associations.

What is the role of assessors or examiners in the UKK conducted by professional certification institutions?

Assessors or examiners, who are certified by the National Certification Body for Professions (BNSP), conduct the competency assessment using a standardized system to ensure the competency of the candidates.

What is the significance of receiving a certificate with the Garuda Pancasila logo?

The Garuda Pancasila logo signifies that the certificate is issued by the BNSP and is recognized by the National Qualification Framework and national occupations.

What is the benefit of conducting the UKK through accredited educational institutions?

The benefit is the flexibility in conducting the assessment and intensive involvement of the industry, which increases the chances of recognition of the competency certificate holders by the industry.

What support does the Directorate of Vocational Education provide to SMK students for competency certification?

The Directorate provides financial support to cover operational costs of conducting the UKK, including materials, assessor fees, and certificate issuance.

How many SMK students were facilitated in 2021 to participate in competency certification exams?

In 2021, the Directorate facilitated 65,000 SMK students to participate in competency certification exams, an increase from the 62,500 students facilitated in 2020.

What is the ultimate goal of conducting the UKK in SMK schools?

The ultimate goal is to ensure the quality of SMK education and to prepare graduates to be more ready for the workforce, enhancing the reputation of SMK schools.