Occupation identifier
ID:
DEPR0001
Technical name:
occupationIdentifier
Jurisdiction:
Grouping:
Reporting obligations:
Part A
Classification:
Y
USI transcript:
N
Definition
Occupation identifier code uniquely identifies the type of occupation that may be expected for those undertaking a program of study. The classification is based on the Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA), 2024 version 1.0.
Context
Occupation identifier is used to profile programs by occupational areas.
Guidelines
Occupation identifier is the most likely occupational outcome that the program of study is designed to provide. Occupation identifier must represent the primary (or most significant) occupation type to which the program of study relates if a program of study can be classified to more than one Occupation identifier. The Occupation identifier must be consistent with the skill level of the qualification or course. A code with a comparable OSCA skill level from the same occupation group may be selected as appropriate. Occupation has five levels, and codes are preferably allocated to the full 6-digit occupation code (121131) in order to describe an individual occupation but can be allocated at a higher level where necessary. For the complete list of up-to-date OSCA codes and their descriptions, refer to the ABS website. A valid list of Occupation identifier codes is available on the VET Information Standard website. Note that if submitting a program listed on the National Training Register, this data is being supplemented with data provided by ABS.
Classification Name
| Classification name | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Valid values | A six digit code sourced from the Australian Bureau of Statistics. | 1-899999 |
| GEN19 | Occupational with non-specific general education. | GEN19 |
| GEN20 | Non-industry but with specific training. | GEN20 |
| NONVET | Non-VET course with no occupational outcome. | NONVET |
Business Rules
| Rule ID | Business rules | Corrective actions | Jurisdiction | Grouping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRDE00014 | When Occupation identifier is submitted, it must be with a valid value from the Occupation identifier reference table. | The Occupation identifier provided is invalid. Update the Occupation identifier with a valid value. |
National | Program |
| BRDG00028 | The program's Occupation identifier must not be NONVET when the program's vocational education indicator is 'yes'. | The program Occupation identifier cannot be 'NONVET' when the program vocational education indicator is 'yes'. Update the program Occupation identifier. Alternatively, correct the program vocational indicator if this is incorrect. |
National | Program |
| BRDG00029 | Occupation identifier must not be blank if the program or subject reference number is not on Training.gov.au's list of programs or specialisations. | If the program or subject reference number is not listed on Training.gov.au, the program Occupation identifier must be provided. Update the program Occupation identifier. |
National | Program |
| BRDG00099 | The program's Occupation identifier must be NONVET when the program's vocational education indicator is 'no'. | This program enrolment record is identified as non-vocational education. In this instance the program Occupation identifier must be 'NONVET'. Update the program Occupational identifier or modify the program vocational education indicator. |
National | Program |
| BRDG00252 | Only one instance of Occupation identifier must be reported against a program. | This rule will be triggered by the API validation service. Only one value will be retrieved. The SMS is required to supply this information. |
National | Program |
Technical Information
| Length | Type | Permitted value |
|---|---|---|
| 50 | Alphanumeric | Not applicable |