7–10Work Education 7–10 Syllabus (2025)
The new Work Education 7–10 Syllabus (2025) is to be implemented from 2028 and will replace the Work Education 7–10 Syllabus (2019).
2026 and 2027 – Plan and prepare to teach the new syllabus
2028 – Start teaching the new syllabus
School sectors are responsible for implementing syllabuses and are best placed to provide schools with specific guidance and information on implementation given their understanding of their individual contexts. Schools may choose to implement the new syllabus during the planning and preparation phase.
Content
Stage 4
- WE4-ADJ-01
in Stage 4 teachers may adjust the Stage 5 outcomes as appropriate to the needs of students in Years 7 and 8.
Types of communication used in the workplace
The skills needed for effective communication and collaboration in the workplace, including active listening and recognising diverse perspectives
Protocols and processes that contribute to effective communication and collaboration in the workplace
The purpose of work meetings and meeting procedures
Types of feedback used in the workplace and the importance of feedback for self-improvement
The benefits of effective communication and collaboration in the workplace
The importance of clear and professional communication in career growth
The benefits of networking for career development
Characteristics of intercultural communication and collaboration, including cultural sensitivity, nonverbal communication awareness and reciprocal intercultural understanding
The importance of intercultural communication and collaboration in the workplace
Strategies for effective intercultural communication and collaboration in the workplace
The role of interpreters and translators in a range of workplaces
The benefits of effective intercultural communication and collaboration processes for employers and employees
The use of technology for workplace communication and collaboration
Professional etiquette when using technology for workplace communication and collaboration
Current and emerging technologies in relation to communication and collaboration and their impact on work practices
The role and impact of different forms of social media platforms used in workplaces
The types and uses of assistive technology (AT) that enhance communication and collaboration in the workplace
The benefits and challenges associated with using technology as a communication and collaboration tool in the workplace
Effective communication and collaboration techniques to build rapport with customers and clients
Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills to manage complaints from customers and clients
Types and benefits of digital tools for positive customer and client interaction
Examine and practise communication and collaboration skills in hypothetical and real-world work situations
Investigate a current issue in relation to communication and collaboration in the workplace and communicate findings using subject-specific terminology in written, oral, visual or multimodal form
Create written texts to explain and analyse aspects of workplace communication and collaboration