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Occupational Standards

 

Occupational standards are developed by Sector Skills Councils and other bodies with a responsibility for occupational groups.

Occupational standards make sure that workers within a particular occupation are 'fit for purpose' (that is, fit to do the job they are employed to do).

These standards are generally developed nationally, in negotiation with stakeholders, and they focus on the needs of employers to deliver NHS services.

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